Spectacular volcanoes, highland lakes and remarkable Mayan temple complexes form the brilliant backdrop to our new Relaxed tour of Guatemala. The northern Petén region of Guatemala is covered in extensive lowland rainforest and ancient Mayan cities and temples. We’ll spend time in and around Tikal National Park, one of the most biodiverse biological stations in Central America. There are many highlights, but Ocellated Turkey is surely one of the most sought after, and here they can often be found mooching about the historical ruins. Various species of trogon, toucan, hawk-eagle, warbler and parrot are in order, whilst we shall also search for Black-throated Shrike-Tanager, Scarlet Macaw, Spot-tailed and Yucatan Nightjars, Orange-breasted Falcon, Agami Heron and the impressive Great Curassow! Superb birding and mammal watching combined with fascinating historical insights and architecture.

The central Guatemalan highlands are best known for shade coffee production, and more recently - tourism coupled with a strong environmental bond. Whether its cloud forests or coffee fincas – we’ll be well occupied with a number of stunning species such as the gorgeous Pink-headed Warbler, Blue-throated Motmot, Blue-and-white Mockingbird, Slender Sheartail, Bushy-crested Jay, Black-capped Swallow, Belted Flycatcher, Prevost’s & White-eared Ground Sparrows, Wine-throated Hummingbird, Green-throated Mountaingem, and Cabanis’s (Azure-rumped) Tanager. This tour showcases some of the best birding sites in Guatemala, augmented with comfortable lodgings, delicious fare and fabulous scenery throughout.