DRIFT Travel Magazine Spring 2024

ANCIENT MARVELS UNCOVERED: AMID THE LUSH
RAINFOREST OF TIKAL, THE EXPLORER ENCOUNTERS
TOWERING MAYA TEMPLES, REVEALING THE COMPLEXITY
AND GRANDEUR OF ANCIENT ARCHITECTURE.
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I took a seat to watch as the sun
drew closer to the horizon. After my
long trek through the reserve and
ascending up many temple stairs,
I was more excited than ever for
some handmade corn tortillas and
an ice-cold Pacifico. Enroute back
to the park entrance, I stopped at
the Jaguar Inn Restaurant for a late
lunch, which felt like a huge reward
for a day full of exploration.
Visiting Tikal can be a huge
undertaking, but I believe it’s well
worth the effort to see one of the
most underrated and stunning sites
of the world. I learned that the best
things to consider when planning
a visit is to first book a guided tour
to gain a deeper understanding
of Tikal’s history. Second, wear
comfortable footwear as there tends
to be a lot of walking and climbing
on uneven terrain. And lastly, plan
your visit to coincide with the early
morning or late afternoon in order
to avoid crowds and the sometimes
intense midday heat. A visit to Tikal is
a journey through time, and it’s one
I’ll surely never forget.