El Mirador by Helicopter

Discover La Danta, a unique helicopter experience

8 HrsAdventure · Medium DifficultyFlores

Overview

Experience the grandiosity of the Mayan civilization with an exciting helicopter tour from Flores, Guatemala. Fly over the lush jungle and discover El Mirador, a pre-Hispanic city lost in the north of Petén. There, you'll marvel at La Danta, the world's largest pyramid by its volume, part of a unique triadic architectural complex in its class. Archeologists have studied this majestic site, characterized by its imposing temples flanked by smaller pyramids, a distinctive pattern of the Petrezca era. Dive into history as you explore this hidden treasure in one of the planet's few biosphere reserves. A journey that will transport you through time and leave you breathless in the face of the greatness of a lost civilization.

Itinerary

Day 1

Meet your pilot at the Heliport Hotel Maya International.

Flight by helicopter from Flores to El Mirador

Expected arrival at El Mirador. Sign in the guestbook.

Start of the tour, accompanied by our expert guide

Lunch

Helicopter flight from El Mirador to Flores

Estimated arrival at Flores.

What's Included

Lunch
Round Trip Transfer
Local Guide
Entrance Fees

What You Will See & Do

Pyramid La Danta
Jungle petenera from helicopter
Archaeological Site The Viewpoint

What to Bring

Camera
Walking Shoes
Comfortable clothes
Binoculars
Bottle of water
Sun Protection (sunscreen, hat, etc.)
Sunglasses
Insect repellent
Cash for additional purchases and/or food

Information

Does not include tips
Transfer from Guatemala City for an additional fee.
Tour available depending on weather conditions
A minimum of 3 passengers are required to operate.

Starting Point

Flores

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