Flores/Tikal to Semuc Champey Shuttle: Schedule, Price, and What to Expect

The shuttle from Flores, the homebase to visit Tikal, to Semuc Champey takes about 8 hours and costs Q300 (roughly $39 USD) one-way. It departs daily at 08:00, with two stops along the way for bathrooms and snacks, and drops you in Lanquín, the gateway town to the beautiful jungle pools.

Quick answer: it drops you in Lanquín, not Semuc Champey itself

Same as every route into this area: Semuc Champey is a natural pool park with only few hotel or shuttle infrastructure of its own closeby, so the actual destination is Lanquín. Once you're there, your accommodation usually organizes the last leg to arrive at your hotel or hostel. Most places run a Semuc Champey tour with pickup included, and a few are close enough to the park to run their own transfer straight.

Schedule

Departure	Time	Price	Duration
Flores to Lanquín	08:00	Q300 (~$39 USD)	8 hours
Lanquín to Flores (return)	08:00	Q300 (~$39 USD)	8 hours

Runs daily, Monday through Sunday.

Pickup in Flores is in front of the "Yo <3 Peten" sign, a well-known landmark in town, easy for a driver or taxi to point you to if you're unsure. On the return leg, drop-off in Flores is in front of the "Yo Amo Peten" letters, the photo-spot sign most travelers already know.

Book the 08:00 departure from Flores → Book the 08:00 return from Lanquín →

Should you visit Tikal first?

Yes, the shuttle leaves at 8:00 in the morning, so make sure you finished visiting Tikal and the Peten Lake before continuing your journey.

What the ride is like

Two stops built into the 8 hours for bathrooms and snacks, standard for a trip this length. Nothing unusual to prepare for beyond what you'd bring on any long shuttle day.

Booking requirements

• No minimum group size, one traveler is enough.
• No passport required, this route stays within Guatemala.

FAQ

Does this shuttle stop at Tikal? No. This is transport between Flores and Lanquín only. Tikal tours are arranged separately, from Flores, before you catch this shuttle.

How long does it take? About 8 hours.

Where does it pick up in Flores? In front of the "Yo <3 Peten" sign, a recognizable landmark in town.

Do I need a group to book? No, minimum is 1 passenger.

Do I need my passport for this trip? No, this route stays within Guatemala.