Petén Travel Guide

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Tikal which includes heritage elements, forest scenes and tranquil scenes
Tikal featuring heritage elements and a ruin
Tikal featuring signage
Tikal which includes a ruin, heritage elements and landscape views
Cathedral of Flores which includes interior views and a church or cathedral

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Flores showing fishing and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Flores
Known for Lakes, Tours and Nature
Set on the shores of Lake Petén Itzá, this pretty island town presents a Mediterranean-style charm and is a gateway to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal.

Reasons to visit

  • Tikal National Park
  • Tikal
  • Church of Our Lady of the Remedies
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San Andres
San Andres
Known for Lakes, Relaxing and Jungles
Get away to romantic San Andres! Enjoy the lake views, spas and ruins.

Reasons to visit

  • El Mirador
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Poptun
Poptun
Known for Natural parks
Explore Poptun: its parks and more!
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Sayaxché
Sayaxché
Head to sights like Ceibal and Laguna Petexbatún as you discover Sayaxché.
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San Jose Peten
San Jose Peten
Known for Lakes, Dining and Beaches
Experience relaxing San Jose Peten: its lake views, jungle, beaches and more!
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San Benito
San Benito
Head to sights like Lake Petén Itzá and Santa Barbara Island Museum as you discover San Benito.
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