Tour guide in Tikal Elmer Omar A.

Tikal, Guatemala

Spanish, English

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Since Aug 19, 2020

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I'm Elmer Omar A., your private tour guide in Tikal

Guide #49786

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From a young age, I dreamed about speaking with foreigners and learning English, although I had never met anyone who spoke English and had only learned a few English words in school. When I mentioned this desire to my father, he was very surprised and said it was something I had inherited from him since he always loved languages and archaeology but never had the opportunity to study either. As I entered high school, I continued to dream about learning English and working at archaeological sites. My parents realized I would never stop dreaming about them and asked if I would want to study archaeology or tourism. When I said yes, they told me that they would sell their farm so I could study English and tourism and have the opportunities they never had. After high school, I studied tourism at a school called LICEO MAYA and later at University,   learned English. I wanted to continue improving both skillsets, so I enrolled at an English school, while also studying tourism at a government institution called INTECAP. There, I gained additional knowledge and guiding skills and became certified as an official tour guide in Guatemala in 2011. I started guiding at that point and have led countless tours for groups of people from all over the world. Currently, I am tour guide number 987 in the country. Come and join me on a hike through the jungle to visit Tikal and other ancient Mayan sites. It will be an experience you won't soon forget. Remember that life is an adventure! Im a certified Local tour guide by the the Guatemalan institute of Tourism known as INGUAT with licence number #0987 and i studied tourism at the university (hospitality). No Restrictions!

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  • Nena N.United Kingdom
    March 2026

    Elmer was an amazing guide. Vey knowledgeable and helpful. Went over and beyond to ensure enjoyed the tour. Would highly recommend!

  • Michel R.United States
    January 2026

    Wonderful tour! Wonderful guide! Elmer made us discover sites that were even better than we expected. Elmer is very knowledgeable, extremely personable and all in all an amazing guide. He also speaks fluent English. This tour, although quite long, is a perfect complement to visiting Tikal on your own. Elmer will make sure that you know all the Maya history you might...

  • Michael M.
    June 2025

    Elmer is a rockstar. He's as thoughtful with his tour itinerary as he is with the welfare of his guests. He's VERY experienced. He goes the extra mile with bringing special drinks and large umbrellas. His local knowledge and historical reference is as comprehensive as any university professor would give a class.

  • Marit B.Norway
    March 2024

    We were a group of 10, consisting of both students and teachers from Norway. We had a fantastic experience in Tikal with our guide Elmer. He was very knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and engaging. We highly recommend everyone to use Elmer as a guide. The framework for the tour was also well planned by the guide, with nice transportation and a good lunch in the park.

    Replied from the guide, Elmer Omar A.

    March 2024

    Hi, i apreciate such a bequtiful review Marit, it was a pleasure and i thank you so much to have come to Tikal and Guatemala, hopefully you come with more kinds again to visit us kind tegards elmer