Lake Peten Itza

Lake Peten Itza, El Chechenal Beach and El Rey Canek Viewpoint Private Tour

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If you are spending your vacation in Guatemala and want to visit the ancient Mayan cities of Peten, most probably you are staying at the shore of Lake Peten Itza. This is a beautiful lake located in the department of Peten in the north of Guatemala. It is the third-largest lake in the country and one of the most beautiful ones. Don´t miss the chance to have a tour of the lake on a boat, appreciate its beauty, and visit 2 more magical places that are connected to the lake, we are talking about the white-sand beach of El Chechenal and El Mirador del Rey Canek, a lovely viewpoint with lots of history.

Spend a wonderful day full of adventure, history, nature, fun, and more, in the company of an expert team that will ensure your comfort and security at all times.

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Lake Peten Itza, El Chechenal Beach and El Rey Canek Viewpoint Private Tour

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What's included in Lake Peten Itza, El Chechenal Beach and El Rey Canek Viewpoint Private Tour

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Itinerary

We will start this tour by picking you up at the lobby of your hotel on the Island of Flores or Santa Elena in Peten. Our professional tourist guide will be ready to take you to one of the most fascinating lake tours, viewpoints, and beaches in Peten. Our first stop is Lake Peten Itza until we arrive at a beautiful viewpoint. To get to El Rey Canek Viewpoint, we will need to take a quick boat ride from the Island of Flores. Get ready to learn about a Mayan civilization that lived in that area and appreciate the stunning landscapes that can be seen at the top of it.

Once we get to the other side, we will start an easy 10 minutes hike to get to the viewpoint of El Mirador del Rey Canek. You can see Flores Island, Lake Peten Itza, and even the Mundo Maya International Airport from it. Something that not many people know, is that the viewpoint is actually the top of a pyramid built by the ancient Mayan King called Canek. It is now covered in vegetation and used as a viewpoint. During your visit, we will also tell you about the kingdom of El Rey Canek and the stelae that have been found there recently. Viewing the landscapes from the highest point is breathtaking. Appreciate nature, the lake, the island, and relax.

Our next stop is the paradisiacal white-sand beach of El Chechenal. Enjoy the breeze, the weather, and the sunlight until we get there. The beach of El Chechenal is popular for its turquoise waters and white sand. It is an ecological place too, with different spots for great pictures. If you like swimming, this is the perfect time to refresh a bit under the beautiful sunlight. Much little fish live here, so don´t ger surprise if you see them swimming next to you. Because the beach is surrounded by a lot of nature, you may hear the sound of some howler monkeys, it is a show! This is also a great stop to enjoy a delicious lunch while enjoying the lake´s views.

Inclusions

  • Entrance Fees
  • Guided tour through Lake Peten Itza, El Rey Canek Viewpoint & El Chechenal Beach
  • Bottled water
  • Private boat for the tour through the lake and to get to the viewpoint and the white-sand beach
  • Certified Tour Guide
  • Box Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Bring comfortable clothing and shoes
  • Swimwear, sandals and a body-towel
  • Sun protection and mosquito repellent

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Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.

Additional Information

We pick up all travelers at the lobby of their hotel in the area of the Island of Flores or Santa Elena in Peten

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