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The Mayan Trail

21-day multi-country trip

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During the Mayan Trail expedition, you’ll discover the most beautiful places in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Belize. You’ll explore Mayan Cities, such as Uxmal, which preserves the glory of what it was. Visit Tikal, the most famous Mayan city in Guatemala—Copan, likewise the Paris of the Mayan World in Honduras.

Explore colonial cities like San Cristobal de Las Casas in Mexico, which is known for its magnificent buildings and architectural diversity. Antigua Guatemala, the most beautiful colonial town in the Americas in Guatemala.

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See 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Mayan Cities of Chichen Itza, Uxmal, Palenque, Calakmul, Copan, Quirigua, and Tikal, and Antigua Guatemala. Tour Lake Atitlan is one of the world’s most beautiful lakes, surrounded by majestic volcanoes. Discover the impressive Castle of San Felipe, waterfalls, and hot springs in Rio Dulce, Guatemala, and enjoy Tulum’s beautiful white sand beaches with clear turquoise water.

A driver will welcome you at the international airport of Cancun. The Mayan Trail trip starts in Cancun, Mexico. The beaches of Cancun are some of the biggest draws for tourists with their warm, white, powdery sand and crystal-clear turquoise waters. Cancun also offers a wide variety of local and international restaurants, which are perfect for everyone’s taste. There are also many shopping centers, bars, and clubs in Cancún. As a result, this city has a lively atmosphere.

The remainder of the day is free to explore and relax. The city has countless activities; therefore, you will always have things to do during your stay. Cancun offers a broad range of water activities, including snorkeling and diving in the spectacular underwater world. For those who love culture, it has a variety of cultural activities such as museums, Mayan traditions, folkloric shows, and much more.

Today you will discover the Mayan City of Chichen Itza. The pyramid El Castillo (The Castle) is considered one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. It is one of Yucatan’s most important archeological sites and the entire Mayan world. A massive ancient ceremonial center composed primarily of the ‘Puuc’ construction style.

Later, we’ll drive to the community of Yokdzonot and enjoy its great and unique Cenote. The Cenotes are sinkholes resulting from the disintegration of limestone rock that uncovers crystal-clear water and incredible rock formations. Cenotes were used for water supplies by the Mayan cities and usually have crystal and freshwater. On a hot day in Yucatan, there is nothing better than a refreshing swim in a Cenote, and they are a pleasure to snorkel.

A cooperative of mainly local women manages the Cenote of Yokdzonot. Take a refreshing dip in the blue waters of the Cenote and relax in this paradise. We will drive to your hotel in Merida, a city with magnificent buildings and architectural diversity. As a result, the locals recognize it as a ‘second Paris.’ Buildings from the colonial period light up the evening sun with romance and charm.

At the market in Merida, you can find anything your heart desires, from everyday objects to beautiful handmade jewelry, scarves, and souvenirs. Merida also offers a broad range of restaurants for everyone’s taste, but especially for traditional Mexican food.

Today, we will explore more of the Mayan underworld. We will visit the Cenotes of Dzonbacal and X-Batun. Tropical forests surround Turquoise waters at these beloved swimming sinkholes; they are an excellent getaway if you are looking for an escape from daily life. Get some exercise with a 3-mile (5-kilometer) bike ride through a dirt path to the Cenotes. If it is just too hot and humid, we give you the option to drive as well. Put on your swimsuit the minute you arrive and swim! The water truly is a stunning color. It will be tempting to spend the whole time snorkeling with the little fish that bound through the hanging tree roots.

The Cenote of Dzonbacal has a submerged cave; its waters are excellent for swimming, snorkeling, and diving. To enter the Cenote, you must go down a masonry staircase. The water is turquoise, becoming a blue color in the deepest parts. The Cenote X-Batun is an open Cenote so you can enjoy a combination of freshwater and sunshine.

Afterward, we will visit one of the jewels of the Mayan Empire, Uxmal. The name means ‘Three times built.’ The name comes from the city’s main temple, built on existing pyramids. The Mayan ruins seem to come out of nowhere, and the main temple of the Magician rises above the jungle so you can see for miles in all directions. Uxmal is an extensive set of ruins; the main group is about 150 acres. The Temple of the Magician is one of the tallest Mayan pyramids. It rises 91 feet high, only 7 feet shorter than the Castle pyramid at Chichen Itza.

Later we will drive to the colonial city of Campeche. This colonial city is a people-pleaser; no matter your tastes, you’ll be delighted by the variety of Mexican attractions to sink your teeth into here.

After breakfast, we will drive to the area of Calakmul Ruins and Biosphere Reserve.

We’ll explore Becan. They have excavated 20 buildings that are open to visitors, and the size and scale of the temples and this city are unbelievable to visualize when standing in its center. The plazas are vast, the pyramids outstanding, and the moat’s location is visible in multiple places.

Becan was a mighty Mayan City in the area, featuring a moat surrounding it, robust structures built over numerous centuries, and sprawling plazas.

Because the ruins are off the beaten path for travelers, we’ll share the enormous city with perhaps a dozen other visitors. We’ll feel like we have the complex to ourselves the entire time.

You’ll climb ancient temples, admire the jungle, see wildlife, duck in and out of small chambers, and soak up all the glorious history with your local guide.

We will explore the great Mayan city of Calakmul. Only a few travelers make it down to Calakmul’s ruins and the other famous Mayan pyramids in Mexico, mainly due to its isolated location.

Calakmul is far from any tourist city, demanding a long and dedicated trip to visit these ruins. We have prepared it for you so you can only travel a short distance to have the chance to see it. It is a real hidden jewel for travelers who wish to get off the beaten track. The ruins are enormous and cover 2 square kilometers. They have yet to excavate a lot of this site, and because it only receives about a dozen travelers per day, we will have the place almost by our-self.

Live a unique experience, explore one of the main Mayan world’s capitals, and discover the unbelievable wildlife from the surrounding jungle. You can see toucans, monkeys, mount turkeys, deer, pumas, and jaguars (if you are lucky enough).

Discover this fascinating Mayan site surrounded by jungle, over 6,500 ancient structures, and one of Mexico’s tallest Mayan temples. Walk the trails while learning about the uses and meanings of buildings and the history of this once-powerful Mayan city. This expedition mixes adventure and archeology.

Later, we’ll drive to Palenque on a ledge overlooking the swampy plains stretching northward to the Gulf coast. Palenque has a mystical charm that enchants scientists and tourists. The soaring jungle-swathed temples of Palenque are a national treasure and one of the best examples of Mayan architecture in Mexico.

After breakfast, you will explore Palenque with a professional guide. This Mayan site is at the western frontier of the lowland Mayan region. The architecture of Palenque was genuinely inventive. During this tour, you’ll see many impressive ruins and enjoy the most notable structures of Palenque: The Palace and the Temple of Inscriptions.

Today we will drive to the colonial city of San Cristobal de Las Casas. The state of Chiapas has enormous biodiversity and weather that varies from fresh in the highlands to hot and humid in the jungle lowlands. Home to some of the most extraordinary Mayan ruins and a broad indigenous population, it is one of Mexico’s most diversified districts in nature and Mayan heritage.

Close to the Lacandon jungle, dozens of delightful waterfalls dot the landscape. Two of the most majestic of these falls have to be Misol-ha and Agua Azul, and we will visit both of them on the way to San Cristobal.

Waterfall of Misol-ha: Waterfalls down off a high wall and crashes into a stone below. The bounce-back splash ends up in a big pool at the waterfall’s base. The mist from the gigantic waterfall covers a small hiking track that goes beneath the waterfall. The trail leads into a cave, with a river flowing out and another hidden waterfall.

Agua Azul: the waterfalls got their name, Agua Azul, meaning Blue Water, perhaps rather certainly because the water thundering down it has a blazing blue complexion. Their unbelievable color is, indeed, due to the significant mineral content of the water, which deposits itself on the limestone rock. The limestone-rich accumulations also give the falls an attractive, waving shape. During the rainy season, when water pounds down the falls with more potent energy and picks up silt, the blue color is less intense, but the falls are still extraordinary.

We will embark on an expedition to El Sumidero Canyon in the morning. The sheer stonewalls of Sumidero Canyon rise hundreds of meters. At one point, they grow a full kilometer above the tranquil river, creating an awe-inspiring channel. Therefore, it is one of ‘Chiapas’ most recognizable and impressive natural wonders. Later in the afternoon, we will discover San Cristobal. The colonial city of San Cristobal is set in a gorgeous highland valley surrounded by pine forests.

After breakfast, you will continue your journey to Lake Atitlan, Guatemala. The lake is famous for its natural beauty and colorful Mayan villages. Natural beauty surrounds this lake. It floats in the sky, a mile above sea level, relying on three majestic volcanoes. You will have free time to relax at the lake and have dinner upon arrival.

Today, you will go on a boat tour to discover Lake Atitlan and the indigenous villages of Santa Catarina Palopo, Santiago Atitlan, and San Juan. Lake Atitlan is truly a jewel of the Guatemalan highlands. Three majestic volcanoes surround the lake, the most beautiful lake in Latin America. 

With its stunning scenery and lively shore-side villages, the famous novelist  Aldous Huxley  considered Lake Atitlán “one of the most beautiful in the world.”

Many villages surrounded the lake. Consequently, the Mayan culture thrives here. Every town has its traditional Mayan dress, demonstrating how rich and diverse Guatemalan culture is. A significant part of the Mayan trail excursion is getting to know the Mayan civilization. 

We will have a local breakfast with the best organic coffee in the world. After that, continue your journey to the colonial city of Antigua Guatemala. Antigua is the most beautiful and best-preserved colonial city in Central America.

Upon arrival, you will explore the city with a local guide. This city has natural beauty and impressive historical monuments. Antigua is a city of charm and color where you can see and buy an overwhelming variety of attractive, handmade products that honor the traditions of generations of artisans.

Indeed, the most beautiful colonial city in the Americas. Famous for its well-preserved Spanish architecture and some stunning ruins of colonial convents and churches. In addition to the fascinating culture, the city is also home to immense volcanoes like Agua, de Fuego, Pacaya, and Acatenango. They form a majestic background to the town.

After breakfast, We will leave Antigua and drive to Copán, Honduras. Upon arrival, we will have a tour of the Copan ruins   together with a local professional guide. Copan was the dominant Mayan city in the south of their territory. Its rich stone sculptures and intricate hieroglyphs make Copan a feature attraction along ‘The Maya Route.’ Most archeologists agree that Copan formed part of the new world’s three most important and lavish cultural centers.

This magnificent Mayan site is in the heart of the Copan Valley. It is the world’s most significant source of information about the ancient Mayan civilization. The acropolis has two plazas, and the Ball Court on this site is the second largest in Central America. The most famous monument of Copan is the Hieroglyphic Stairway. Copan is a UNESCO World Heritage site for humanity. 

Today, we’ll drive back to Guatemala. First, we will visit the Mayan ruins of Quirigua, an extraordinary number of Maya treasures, including the two tallest stelae in the world. The temples here are primarily unexcavated, and you should pay attention to the sculptured stelae instead. It’s one Mayan site where the micro supersedes the macro.

The UNESCO World Heritage site of Quirigua consists of two main areas. The most splendid is the Central Plaza, which has all the stelae. The other section is the partially restored acropolis. Stela F stands a colossal 7.3 meters tall and only comes second to Stela E on the planet. Stela E is the monolith you came to contemplate. It is 10.6 meters long, and it weighs 65 tons. Approximately 3 meters is buried to keep it vertical, but it still rises above more than a 2-story building.

Later, we will drive to Rio Dulce, where we will visit the Castle of San Felipe. The castle is a Spanish fort located on a peninsula between Lake Izabal and Rio Dulce. It is an impressive castle designed to defend the area against the pirates who came during the colonization.

After breakfast, we will go on a boat expedition through Lake Izabal to visit Finca Paraiso (Paradise farm). These hot springs are so magical to swim in. It is cold when you first swim in the water, but as you swim to the waterfall, it warms up. The hot water comes down from the 12-meter waterfall, so you can stand beneath it and get a hot shower. The mix of cold and hot water is a one-of-a-kind experience you will not see anywhere else on the planet. 

Later, we will go by boat to Rio Dulce (Sweet River) which has a stunning diversity of wildlife harmonized by the beauty of unique geography and hydrography. Rio Dulce is an underrated destination in Guatemala. It flows from Lake Izabal to the Caribbean Ocean, surrounded by a tropical jungle full of wildlife. 

We will have lunch in Livingston, a small Caribbean town where the river meets the Caribbean Sea. It is a genuinely authentic spot to see in Guatemala, as it is the only Garifuna town in the country. Experience a laid-back Caribbean atmosphere, and eat the traditional Tapado dish, which tastes the Garifuna and Caribbean flavors. 

Afterward, we will go back to Rio Dulce by boat and drive to Tikal.  

Today, we’ll get up early to visit one of the most beloved Mayan treasures during sunrise, Tikal. The massive ruins of Tikal are at the center of Tikal National Park, a carefully preserved area of 222 square miles with some undiscovered ruins.

While it is still dark, you will walk through the jungle to arrive at the highest temple at the site, Temple IV, in time to watch the spectacular sunrise over the Mayan ruins. As the light peaks, you will hear how the jungle wakes up. Monkeys, birds, and other species create a fantastic cacophony – a truly magical experience. Then, you will see the top of the impressive temples rising above the jungle canopy. It is an experience not-to-be-missed. You’ll have enough time to explore the ruins.

Today you leave Guatemala, and the next destination of this beautiful expedition is the neighboring country Belize. In Belize, you will explore a tour of the Mayan ruins of Xunantunich. You can decide whether to do time on foot or by horse riding.

Suppose you decide to take the horseback riding option. In that case, we will drive to the Mayan site of Xunantunich on a 4-hour excursion from a beloved riding stable in San Ignacio. Follow your guides along the mellow Mopan River, and look for howler monkeys and tropical birds in the trees.

You will have a wide range of views of the Xunantunich ruins, explore this captivating, extinguished city with your guide, and contemplate the gigantic El Castillo temple. Enjoy the calmness of the countryside as you ride through the partly excavated ruins before going to your jungle lodge.

Today, you will explore ATM Cave. The cave is located in the heart of the Belizean rainforest and was sacred to the prehistoric Mayas of Belize. ATM cave is a long cave that ends deep under the mountain rock. In addition, they found the most incredible remains of Maya sacrifices. You will explore this cave not just by walking but also by swimming.

We also offer you the opportunity to take the tubing excursion to the Barton Creek Cave for those travelers who want something other than an adventure tour. Afterward, we will drive to your hotel, where you can rest and relax.

After breakfast, we will leave on a jungle river cruise to the Mayan site of Lamanai. It’s the best way to discover this magical place, where you can observe wildlife along the river’s bed. When arriving in Lamanai, you will have the opportunity to climb the pyramids. A journey through the magical New River Lagoon to explore thousands of years of Belize’s Mayan history.

If you’re lucky, you’ll meet turtles, crocodiles, tropical birds, and howler monkeys. On this boat trip, you go deep into the jungle, where an impressive ancient civilization once prospered. Later, you will return to your hotel where you can go bird watching or just rest and relax.

Following breakfast, we will drive to the border of Chetumal. This town is the midpoint between Mexico and Central America, which blends the best of both destinations; it is on the border with Belize. After that, we will drive to Tulum, a well-known city on the Riviera Maya, approximately 130 kilometers south of Cancun, located directly on the Mexican Caribbean coast. Upon your arrival in Tulum, you’ll have free time to rest and relax.

Today, you will discover the Mayan site in Tulum. You’ll see the most representative temples, such as The Castle, the highest building in Tulum. Also, visit the Temple of the Down-Rising God. Take advantage of observing the breathtaking Temple of the Paintings and the Temple of the Wind. What makes Tulum so unique is its location, as it’s the only Mayan site located in front of the Caribbean sea.

Unfortunately, the Mayan trail expedition ends today. A driver will take you to the Cancun international airport for your flight back home. Still, waiting to go home? If you want to extend your holiday, contact one of our knowledgeable agents to begin customizing your itinerary.

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Expenses included: -Ground transportation and boat transfers. -Twenty nights of hotel accommodations. -Professional certified guides. -All park entrance fees. -Tours and excursions as listed. -Daily breakfast.

See one of Guatemala’s most delicate and unknown lagoons, plus three Cenotes. The tour to the lagoon is a hike where you come in contact with nature with exquisite views. Once at the lagoon, you will realize how clean it is and be able to see all the color tones of the lagoon. This expedition provides an intimate experience in the rural forest and a chance to enjoy splendid views.

It’s an exclusive opportunity to experience authentic rural Honduran life at this century-old plantation. Set in the beautiful western highlands, this family-owned farm offers an insight into the daily life of a working ranch. You’ll go on a cacao, cardamom, and coffee plantation excursion, learn about cattle ranching, enjoy delicious home-cooked farm meals, and round off your experience with a stop in the natural hot springs.

The views mixed deep in the jungle canopy of the colossal Mayan Biosphere give a glimpse back in time. As the helicopter pulls above the treeline, Lake Peten’s sight makes you joyful. The color of the water is turquoise blended with greens that change almost yellow near the shallow shore. It’s nearly an hour of flying to the site, so settle back and observe the fields thin, the farms dissolve, and then it’s just jungle. No fields, roads, or houses, just an endless, magnificent jungle as far as you can see.

You should take advantage of a tour of the archeological zone of Coba. The ruins of this ancient Mayan city have been increasingly popular, and one of the most visited in the Yucatan peninsula. Among its best advantages, the site has an exceptional location in the middle of a lustrous jungle, easy access, and impressive structures in excellent condition.

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COBA MAYAN TRADITIONS is one of the TUI COLLECTION Exclusive Excursion in México! Offers you one of the most authentic insights of the Mayan culture, ancient and actual world in Coba archeological site, a real Mayan Village and a fabulous Cenote. In this tour you will visit the tallest Mayan Pyramid (Nohoch Mul) in the country. The only one still available to climb nowadays! The view on the top is mesmerizing!! Coba ancient city hosts two courts of the famous and mysterious “Ball game”. After our ancestral Mayan journey, we will transfer to the Mayan contemporary Village. Where our visitors enjoy and have a connection with this unique place inside the rain forest with a local lunch in an ecological restaurant, a Mayan Purification with a Chaman, a visit to the Mayan descendants, a demonstration of the extraction of the “Mayan Gum”.  The final activity, we will invite you in to immerse in a wonderful Cenote discovering one of the attractions that you can only find in the Mayan Riviera. Our archeological guides will be your host of the area and country they are very knowledgeable of all the information and service that you can imagine about Mexico. In COBA MAYAN TRADITIONS you will spend the day exploring and embracing the amazing Mayan World!

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Are you interested in the authentic Mayan experience? This tour is for you…! It’s the ultimate Mayan tour, where you can visit the most important Mayan Ruins in Mexico. This five-day guided complete tour takes you on a journey around the Southeast of Mexico, in an amazing excursion where you can taste the unique food, know more about the culture and get some of the colorful handicrafts of the area. We will visit the most important Mayan Ruins in Mexico: Tulum, Kohunlich, Chicanna, Becan, Misol-Ha, Palenque, Edzna, Uxmal, and Chichen Itza.

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Departure from Cancún to Chicanna. En route, we visit the archaeological site of TULUM, perched on the coast of the Caribbean Sea and protected by a fortress wall and the second largest reef in the world. It is considered to be one of the last Mayan cities, their collapse was in 1600 AC. After this visit we will continue to the archaeological site of KOHUNLICH, to admire the great stucco masks, the ball court, and the plaza of stelae. The last stop is the archaeological site of Chicanna, famous for temples with zoomorphic figures. Overnight in XPUJIL.

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Departure from Chicanna to visit the archaeological site of BECAN whose name in Maya means “cliff” probably because of the pit that surrounded the central part of the city at one time, after this, we will go to the impressive waterfalls of MISOL-HA where time for swimming will be given; in the afternoon we continue to Palenque for overnight.

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Visit the archaeological site of PALENQUE, a place of mystery and magic hidden in the mountains of Chiapas. You will be astonished by the temples and the ornate tomb of Pakal. We will continue to the city of Campeche, the beautiful Pirate City. Overnight in Campeche.

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Depart from Campeche to visit the archaeological site of EDZNA, and its impressive buildings complete with acoustic curiosities! We continue to the state of Yucatán to visit UXMAL, one of the most romantic Mayan cities, known for its unusually rounded pyramid. Overnight in Merida.

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Depart from Merida to continue our visit to one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World: CHICHEN ITZA, a site where the Maya brought together their knowledge of the heavens to astonish us each spring and fall, as thousands gather at the equinoxes to watch the serpent formed by the sun descend the central pyramid. Continue to Cancun and/or Riviera Maya, for drop-off in your hotel.

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Are you a culture lover? And are you fascinated by archaeology and history? Then you found the ideal tour for you!

Enjoy a fantastic journey through the cradle of one of the most enigmatic civilizations in the world: the Yucatan Peninsula.

Thanks to our expert guides, you will have a true understanding of the history of the Maya culture by visiting world famous archaeological sites such as Calakmul and Chichen Itza, and other less famous, but equally impressive archaeological sites. Our guides, are all experts in their field and with higher studies in their specialty. They will give you true information about the Mayan world and their habits and beliefs. Together with the archaeological sites, you will have a good insight about how it was during the maya time!

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Day 1: Arrival at Cancun airport

We know that you will arrive tired from your flight, so this first day we will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to your hotel to rest and prepare to start the tour the next day. Your accommodation will be: Hotel El Rey del Caribe (or similar), in Cancun.

Day 2: Visit to the archaeological site of Tulum

After enjoying breakfast, we will visit the incomparable archaeological site of Tulum early in the day (we visit it in the morning to avoid the crowding).

Tulum was called Zamá (“dawn” in the Mayan language) by its first inhabitants in the fourth century of our era, and later it was known as Tulum (“Wall” in the Mayan language).

The strategic location of the place made it become one of the main Mayan cities of the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, especially after the fall of the city of Mayapán, its closest enemy.

In addition, its location in an elevated area and its efficient defensive system made it an essential scale for commercial routes established with other Maya cities and central Mexico, which was reinforced by the great exploitation of its maritime resources. It was outlined in this way, as a link between the maritime and land trade routes of the Maya world.

After marveling at Tulum, we will continue to the archaeological site of Muyil (also known as Chunyaxché), which was inhabited during the classic Mesoamerican period.

Its location in front of the Sian Ka’an Lagoon gave the place a strategic position on the Maya commercial route along the coast and through a network of canals in this region, which is now part of the tourist area of the Mexican Caribbean.

Among the goods exchanged along this route were jade, obsidian, chocolate, honey, feathers and of course salt. We continue to have a well-deserved and necessary lunch in the typical restaurant El Faisan and Venado, in Carrillo Puerto, where you will taste delicious typical dishes of the region.

We will visit the church of Balam Nah (today De la Santa Cruz), one of the oldest buildings in the town. He had a leading role during the Caste War that lasted from 1847 to 1901, in which the Maya intended to recover the territory occupied by the Spanish conquerors and that ended up costing almost 250 thousand lives.

We will end the day moving to the beautiful town of Bacalar. After dinner, we will leave you at your Laguna Bacalar (or similar) hotel.

Day 3: Dzibanché, Kinichná, and Kohunlich

It is the third day of this fabulous tour, and we will have breakfast early to be able to avoid the crowd at the archaeological site of Dzibanché.

Founded approximately in the 1st century AD, however, from the early classical period it became a great city and important architectural projects such as the Acropolis of the Kinichná complex, the Owl Temple and the first stage of the Temple of The Cormorants.

We will continue to the nearby archaeological zone of Kohunlich which, contrary to what one might think, owes its name to the phonetic transcription of Cohoon Ridge granted by archaeologist Victor Segovia.

Finally, we will move to the Chicanna ecovillage hotel for overnight.

Day 4: Chicanna, Becan, and Xpujil

The first thing to do on this fourth day is to have a good breakfast. Once loaded with energy, we will go to the archaeological site of Chicanná (“In the house of the Snake’s mouth” in the Mayan language).

Chicanná is the site that has the largest number of “Río Bec” type buildings in good condition. The panels of masks that have some of their buildings are good examples of regional iconography and show the evolution of the representations of the Earth Monster.

The abandonment of the settlement is closely linked to the fall of Becan, in the early thirteenth century, on which it was dependent throughout its development.

Precisely Becan is our next stop, and its name means “Road left by the running of water” in the Mayan language, and this is verified by observing the moat that surrounds the main buildings of the site, which is also evidence of its warlike activity.

Because of its importance and location, Becán is considered as a regional capital, that is to say, that it headed the territorial political organization of other minor settlements.

To conclude this incredible day, we will visit the archaeological zone of Xpujil (“Cat’s Tail” in the Mayan language), another great city of the Bec River Region. With evidence of its foundation in 400 B.C., it reached the cusp between 500 and 700 A.D. and it had its decline around the year 1100.

Surely you will be exhausted after touring the archeological zones of the region, therefore, we will move to rest in the Ecovilla de Chicanná.

Day 5: Calakmul and Hormiguero

Another exciting day with a lot to explore! After breakfast, we will visit the enigmatic archaeological zone of Calakmul early, which in the Mayan language means “Two adjacent mounds,” and whose name refers to the two huge structures that dominate the jungle.

One of the most important cities of the Classic Maya period along with Tikal and Palenque and which led the political organization of the highlands. There is evidence of wars for almost a century between Tikal and Calakmul for political control of the region and the Serpent Kingdom (Kaan).

It was designated by UNESCO as Cultural Heritage of Humanity. We will continue to the last archaeological zone of the day: Hormiguero (“Ant nest”). This is the site of smaller dimensions, and that owes its name to a chiclero camp of the early twentieth century. Its characteristic element is a building with a large mask in the center that represents a huge and monstrous open mouth, which is interpreted as the threshold between the outside world and the underworld.

After this long journey, it’s time to return to Chicanna’s ecovillage for a well-deserved rest.

Day 6: Balam Kú, Baluarte Campeche and city tour in Campeche capital

Once we have recharged our energy with a good breakfast, we will visit the impressive archaeological zone of Balam Kú (“Temple of the Jaguar” in the Mayan language).

In Balam kú, there is a stucco frieze modeled and painted unique in the Mayan area, which was made between 550 and 600 a. C. The frieze shows four ascension scenes alternated with three jaguars. Each comprises an animal with its head turned back, sitting in the front slit of an Earth Monster mask; his mouth gives way to a king on his throne.

In addition to illustrating in detail the opposite and complementary aspects of the underworld, the set shows that the dynastic cycle is equated with the solar cycle.

In this conception, accession to the throne is illustrated by the king emerging from the jaws of the earth monster, as the sun rises from the mouth of the Earth; The death of the king is seen as a sunset when it falls into the mouth of the Earth Monster.

We will continue to the city of Campeche to have lunch. After a delicious lunch, we will visit the Baluarte Campeche Museum (named World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in December 1999). In reality, these are several walled forts to protect the population from the attacks of Pirates, whose construction began in the mid-16th century, and which consists of Baluarte of San Juan, Baluarte de San Francisco, Baluarte de Santa Rosa, Baluarte de San Carlos, Baluarte de la Soledad, Baluarte de Santiago, and Baluarte de San José.

At approximately 5 p.m., we will move to the hotel to prepare for a city tour through the beautiful and colonial city of Campeche at night.

To end another amazing day, you will have dinner at the Best Western Hotel De Mar.

Day 7: Edzná, Xtampak, and Uxmal

The seventh day of this adventure arrives, and as usual, after breakfast, we will go to our next point: Edzná. Founded around 400 B.C. and whose name in the Mayan language means “House of the Itzáes” or “House of the Echo”, the city is admirable for its advanced system of hydraulic works: a network of canals drained the valley and the water was led to a lagoon, which was transformed into a dam, through retaining walls, while other channels served to irrigate the fields. Its squares had a magnificent drainage system and rainwater reached artificial reservoirs, called “chultunes.”

We will continue our trip to Santa Rosa Xtampak. Xtampak (“Old Walls” in the Mayan language) is considered to be the most important regional capital of the Chenes route, as it has altars and steles sculpted with dates of events. It is believed that its domain radius was 400 kilometers.

After admiring the archeological site, it was time for lunch in the city of Hopelchén (“Place of the Five Wells” in the Mayan language). The time has come to enjoy dinner and rest, so we will move to the town of Uxmal where you can attend (optional) the incredible light and sound show in the archaeological zone of Uxmal.

Overnight will be at the Uxmal Hotel Maya complex.

Day 8: Uxmal and Chichen Itza

We will enter the archaeological site of Uxmal very early (“Three times built” in the Mayan language), to be able to enjoy the area practically privately.

The city was an important agricultural settlement, which is why many of its buildings are decorated with masks of Chac, God of rain. After enjoying this wonderful encounter with the past, it was time for a delicious lunch at Hacienda Uxmal, a beautiful hotel built in front of the pyramids.

The trip continues to our hotel in the Chichen Itza area, where you will have the option to attend the incredible Light and Sound show in front of the spectacular pyramid of Kukulkan.

Overnight will be at the Chichen Itza Villas Archaeological Hotel.

Day 9: Chichen Itza and Valladolid

Again, we will have the opportunity to enter the archeological zone of Chichen Itza very early to enjoy this wonder of the modern world practically privately.

The “City on the edge of the well of the Itzaes” (name of the city in the Mayan language) was the capital of a large territory in the Yucatan Peninsula, headed by the Mayapán League, from 987 until 1200 AD. C. The Chichén Itzá archeological zone is famous worldwide for the play of light and shadow that occurs in each equinox on the stairway of the pyramidal basement known as El castillo.

In this, the sun, as it rises above the horizon, illuminates the western basement, creating triangles of light and shadow that seem to descend to the snake’s head in the displacement of the alfarda. This event, achieved from the correct orientation and inclination of the plans of the basement, manifests the great level of astronomical and architectural knowledge that the Maya possessed, and that has resulted in being one of the most studied cultures and regions around these issues, in addition to the territorial political organization and the exploitation of resources.

The guided tour also includes the passage through important buildings such as the Great Ball Game, the Jaguar Temple, the Temple of the Bearded Man, the Temple of Venus, the House of the Deer, the Observatory, among other impressive buildings.

Lunch at the Mayaland Restaurant – restaurant of the only hotel built in an archeological zone in the world, which has been operating since 1923 – and then you will have the option of swimming in the refreshing waters of the impressive X´kekén cenote (“Pork” in the Mayan language, and he was baptized like this because, long time ago, a farmer´s pig escaped from a peasant, and found him inside the cenote.) After a day full of emotions and adventure, it is time to check in at the beautiful hotel Mesón del Marques – beautiful and traditional hotel located in what was a colonial mansion – and after getting settled and taking a shower, we will take a tour of the night in the colonial city of Valladolid (founded in 1543 by Francisco de Montejo, and which was a key element during the Caste War. Declared Magic Town in 2012) and dinner at Mesón del Marques.

Day 10: House of the Deer

The end of this incredible journey has come. After breakfast, we will visit a very particular place: The House of the Deer. It is a private museum with more than 3,000 pieces, founded by John and Dorian Venator and that took them more than ten years to complete. After leaving the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport to Cancun.

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Mayan tour: Discover the Best of South Mexico Paradise and Ancient Past (9 Days)

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The Mayan tour is for those who want to see the top natural and cultural attractions of the Mayans in Mexico. From the welcoming streets of Chiapa de Corzo, cruise through the amazing Sumidero Canyon and embrace the colonial charm of San Cristobal de las Casas. Explore the natural wonders at Agua Azul and Misol-Ha waterfalls, uncover the secrets of Palenque’s Mayan ruins, and get close to the wild at Miguel Colorado. Step into Campeche’s UNESCO-listed past, spot pink flamingos in Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve, and decode the mysteries of Chichen Itza and Ik Kil cenote. Discover the tranquil beauty of Valladolid, the beachside charm of Tulum, and the vibrant energy of Playa del Carmen . Your Mayan tour concludes on a high note, leaving you with lasting memories of Mexico’s rich history and natural splendor.

• Take a boat tour in Sumidero Canyon to see impressive waterfalls, mystical caves, and incredibly steep cliffs.
• Have a swim and enjoy and incomparable beauty of Agua Azul, a series of spectacular waterfalls in Chiapas.
• Witness fascinating ancient rituals and beliefs blended with modern Christianity in San Juan Chamula.
• Admire the grandeur of the buildings and the craftsmanship of the sculpted Maya reliefs in Palenque.
• Sunbath on fine white-sand beaches and swim in the clear blue-green waters in Playa del Carmen.

How is this tour different?

Authentic    how this tour provides an actual image of the destination, life, and practices of the host community..

We do our best to make our trips educative and fulfilling, in which travelers can interact with local populations, learn about their traditions, and culture, and connect with their core values.

A tour with impact   ? How this tour positively affects the destination and local communities on economic, socio-cultural, and environmental dimensions.

We support the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Our tours are aligned with SDG 8 and 12, focusing on empowering local communities and promoting sustainable consumption and production practices. We take tourists to underdeveloped regions, creating opportunities for economic growth while respecting local traditions and educating communities on sustainable approaches.

Other   ? Other advantages this tour offers to travelers.

• Small groups of up to 12 travelers: closer communication, easier coordination, more adventures & fun!
• Off-the-beaten-track tours with maximum immersion in local nature, culture, and traditions.
• The easy-going atmosphere of our tours is perfect for informal travel & making new friends among co-travelers and locals.

Day 1: Chiapa de Corzo

Bienvenidos a Chiapa de Corzo – one of the most beautiful towns in Chiapas, well known for its warm people and colorful Renaissance architecture. Arrive at any time and independently transfer to your accommodation in Chiapa de Corzo. On Friday evening, meet your group and Tour Leader: welcome meeting, optional dinner, and get-together with the rest of the group.

• Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Chiapa de Corzo
• Meals Included : breakfast
• Activities Included : welcome meeting

Day 2: Chiapa de Corzo - Canyon Sumidero - San Juan Chamula - San Cristobal de las Casas

In the morning, immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring Sumidero Canyon on a boat trip to enjoy the sight of impressive waterfalls, enter mystical caves, and see the cliff where Chiapanec Warriors committed suicide instead of being forced to surrender to the Spanish Conquistadores. Afterward, move for an orientation walk and optional lunch to San Juan Chamula, the center of the independent Tzotzil ethnic group famous for their unique religious practices. In the evening, arrive at San Cristobal de las Casas. Set in a gorgeous highland valley surrounded by pine forests, this beautiful colonial city has been a popular travelers’ destination for decades. Check-in, orientation walk, optional dinner, and get-together with the group in the evening.

• Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in San Cristobal de las Casas
• Activities Included : boat tour in Sumidero Canyon; orientation walks in San Juan Chamula and San Cristobal de las Casas

Day 3: San Cristóbal de las Casas - Agua Azul and Misol-Ha Waterfalls - Palenque

In the morning, continue with the tour by visiting two stunning waterfalls. First, see the unique cascading falls of Agua Azul, then swim in a mineral-rich pool beneath the 35-meter-tall Misol-Ha. Hereafter, move to our last stop of the day – “Magical Town” of Palenque. Check-in, a walk in the historic center of the town, and an optional dinner, and get-together with the group in the evening.

• Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Palenque
• Activities Included : guided visits to Agua Azul and Misol-Ha waterfalls; orientation walk of Palenque

Day 4: Palenque - Miguel Colorado Cenotes - Campeche

In the morning, after breakfast and check-out, go to explore the UNESCO-listed Palenque Archeological Zone. A prime example of a Mayan sanctuary of the classical period, it flourished between AD 500 and 700, when its influence extended throughout the basin of the Usumacinta River. In the afternoon, continue to Miguel Colorado – two large scenic cenotes with a spiffy new eco-center and a private nature reserve. Optional lunch, kayaking, swimming, and zip-lining over one of the cenotes. There, we will also hike along hilly, rocky trails keeping an eye out for spiders and howler monkeys.

Evening arrival, optional dinner, and get-together in Campeche. A true historical fairyland, its UNESCO-listed colonial center represents a tight enclave of restored pastel buildings, narrow cobblestone streets, fortified ramparts, and well-preserved mansions. Check-in, a walk in the historic center of the Campeche, optional dinner, and get-together with the group in the evening.

• Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Campeche
• Activities Included : guided visit to Palenque, Miguel Colorado Cenotes (kayaking, swimming, zip-lining, monkey watching), walk in Campeche

Day 5: Campeche - Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve - Celestun

In the afternoon, after a visit to the 19th-century Fort of San Miguel in the suburbs of Campeche, continue the Mayan tour in Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve. This UNESCO-listed protected area is a gift of great beauty where you can observe pink flamingos together with a wide variety of bird species in their natural habitat. Flamingos-watching boat tour, swimming in a local cenote, and transfer to the nearby beach town of Celestun. Check-in, a walk in the town, optional dinner, and get-together with the group in the evening.

• Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Celestun
• Activities Included : guided visit to Fort of San Miguel (Campeche); entrance and boat tour in Ria Celestun UNESCO Biosphere Reserve (flamingo watching + visit to cenote)

Day 6: Celestun - Chichen Itza - Cenote Ik Kil - Valladolid

In the morning, after breakfast and checkout, head for UNESCO-listed Chichen Itza. The most famous and best restored of the Yucatán Maya sites, it is considered one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Many mysteries of the Maya astronomical calendar are made clear when one understands the design of the ‘time temples’ here.

In the afternoon, continue to Ik Kil – arguably one of the most beautiful cenotes in Mexico that was considered sacred by the Mayans who performed human sacrifices to their rain god. In fact, in order to reach the water, you have to climb down 26 meters. The water is 40 meters deep while its diameter is 60 meters. Evening arrival, accommodation, optional dinner, and get-together with the group in Valladolid. Once known as the Sultana of the East, Yucatán’s third-largest city is known for its quiet streets and sun-splashed pastel walls.

• Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Valladolid
• Activities Included : guided visit to Chichen Itza; entrance to Cenote Ik Kil

Day 7: Valladolid - Tulum - Playa del Carmen

In the morning, after an orientation walk of Valladolid, go to explore Tulum – the only Maya ruins located directly on the beach. Once there, you will learn the history behind this location as you walk through different areas of the site. You can also walk down to the amazing beach and enjoy the white sand and turquoise water, and see wild iguanas and beautiful tropical foliage.

In the afternoon, arrive in Playa del Carmen, an idyllic place located in the heart of the Riviera Maya with fine white sand and blue-green waters, where you will always find a hammock and an umbrella to sunbathe and rest, especially on the edge of town that offers the quietest beach areas. If you prefer action, in Playa del Carmen you will find water activities such as windsurfing, jet skis, kayaking, or diving in the impressive Maya coral reef. Accommodation, orientation walk, optional dinner, and get-together with the group.

• Accommodation : conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Playa del Carmen
• Activities Included :  guided visit to Tulum Archeological Zone; orientation walk in Playa del Carmen

Day 8: Playa del Carmen

Free program: relax on the beach sipping a cocktail, try numerous outdoor activities (scuba diving, snorkeling, sea kayaking, parasailing, ATV riding, etc.), or take a day trip to some of the nearby natural attractions or Maya ruins. Optional farewell dinner and get-together with the group in the evening.

• Accommodatio n: conveniently located, locally-owned hotel/B&B in Playa del Carmen

Day 9: Playa del Carmen

Last day of the Mayan tour. Choose by yourself when to leave – Cancun International Airport is just 50 km away and is well served by taxis and buses.

• This tour is private : only your group will participate.
• The price per person is variable and depends on the size of your group (please choose the number of participants in the booking calendar ➡️ to see the final price).

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8x nights in conveniently located, locally-owned B&Bs/hotels

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8x breakfasts

Walking Tours & Orientation Walks: Chiapa de Corzo, San Juan Chamula, San Cristobal de las Casas, Campeche, Valladolid, Playa del Carmen. History & Culture Experiences: guided visits to the Fort of San Miguel (Campeche); 3x archeological zones – Palenque, Chichen Itza, Tulum. Nature Experiences: Canyon Sumidero (boat tour); Miguel Colorado Cenotes (kayaking, ziplining, swimming); 2x waterfalls – Agua Azul & Misol-Ha (swimming); Cenote Ik Kil (swimming); Ria Celestun Biosphere Reserve (flamingo-watching boat tour, visit of a cenote).

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Cozumel Mayan Encounter

Make chocolate, eat corn, dance to drums. be mayan..

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Approx. 2½ hours (transport included) or 1 hour (visit only)

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Packages with transport included start at: 9.30am, 11am or 1pm

If you make your own way there you can arrive any time between 10am and 1pm, and visits start every on the hour and sometimes on the half hour too.

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Adults and children (6 years or over), $79 each - minimum 2 people.

Infants (0-5 years), Free

Entrance only:

Adults and children (6 years or over), $25 each

Infants (0-4 years), Free

What to bring:

Comfortable clothes and shoes, sun protection, bottle of water and bug repellent.

What’s included:

Guided tour of the replica Mayan village, variety of work-shops and food/drink samples, theatrical performance, wheelchair access.  Transport from cruise pier or hotel (package with transport only).

Not included:

Souvenirs, additional drinks, food and optional tips.

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Complete operator information, including directions and local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your E-ticket.

Reservation subject to our reservation policy here .

If you book the package with transport included then you will be picked up at your cruise terminal or hotel.

It also makes a great stop on our Private Taxi Tours and Wheelchair Accessible Tours.  Or you can book a rental car with us to get there or simply take a taxi.

If you make your own way there then you'll find the village on the road from downtown to the east coast, about a 20-30 minute drive from the cruise terminals, a 20-40 minute drive from hotels in the southern hotel zone, a 20-30 minute drive from hotels in the northern hotel zone or a 15 minute drive from downtown.

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Coba and Tulum, Mayan Traditions Tour

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Live the perfect combination of culture and adventure in the Mayan world, Riviera Maya style. This tour will take you back in time for you to experience the architecture, culture, flora and fauna of the Mayan world and the awe-inspiring cities of Tulum and Coba.

Our first stop will be the legendary Mayan city of Tulum. A walled city that sits atop a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea; the only walled city and coastal city in the Mayan world. From here, our day continues onwards to cenote Dzonot Wayak where you will have time to dip into its cool crystalline waters and also experience some real Mayan traditions. The first tradition is a demonstration of the Mayan honey; honey produced by the singer-less melipona bees endemic to the Yucatan Peninsula. Followed by a demonstration about cacao that will teach you about the origins and history of this beloved treat; you will also have the opportunity to taste cacao in some of its most ancient and traditional forms. The last stop here is a Mayan purification ceremony led by an authentic local shaman. After Dzonot Wayak let us pamper you with a buffet of delicious regional cuisine so you can regain your strength in preparation for the last stop of the day: Cobá. We will get a chance to explore the city of Cobá and the lush jungle that envelops it and we’ll climb its great pyramid. A top this pyramid you will have an incredible vantage point over the Mayan jungle that you can’t get anywhere else in the Riviera Maya.

• Transportation in units with A / C
• Bilingual Cultural Guide
• Buffet meal and a bottled drink (water, soda or beer) during the meal.
• Visit to the archaeological zone of Coba and Tulum for 2 hours.
• Demonstration of the honey of the Maya bee "Melipona" and Cocoa.
• Mayan Ceremony
• Visit to the Cenote Dzonot Wayak for 50 minutes
• A bottle of water at the exit of each archeological zone
• Transportation back by tricycle in Cobá
• Photographs

Additional information

• Video cameras have an additional tax in archeological zones.
• Tours in Spanish and English: Tuesday and Wednesday
• French and Italian: Tuesday and Friday

What to bring

• Comfortable and cool clothing and walking shoes
• Swimming suit and water shoes for the cenote
• Sunglasses and/or a hat
• Sunscreen and bug spray (must be biodegradable)
• Some extra cash for souvenirs and tips

Pick-up Information:

• Pick up is available in most of hotels in Cancun and Riviera Maya. Exact time of your pick-up will be sent by email after booking.
• In case we don't have pick-up for a specific hotel or location will be sent you the nearest meeting point where pick-up is available

Refunds and Cancellations:

• Cancellations made 48 hrs before = 100% refund
• Cancellations made between 36-48 hrs before = 80% refund.
• Cancellations made between 24-36 hrs before = 50% refund.
• Cancellations made less than 24 hrs before = no refund.
• No show = no refund

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EXPLORE OUR TOURS IN THE RIVIERA MAYA  TULUM PLAYA DEL CARMEN CANCÚN CHICHENITZA

Welcome, fearless travelers, to a unique ecotourism experience in Tulum and all the beautiful places that belong to the Riviera Maya! Get ready for this complete immersion in the natural treasures of the region.

Yucatán and Quintana Roo, states in Mexico, will welcome you with waters that dazzle in greenish-blue tones resembling emeralds, and beaches with oatmeal-colored sand. Beyond the boundaries of Tulum, your adventure extends to exceptional places in the Riviera Maya, where pristine nature invites you to engage in responsible activities.

Destinations You Must Discover:

Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve: Immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of this ecological paradise, home to an astonishing diversity of flora and fauna.

Tulum National Park: Discover the historical and natural richness of Tulum, where ancient Mayan ruins meet the Caribbean Sea.

Cenotes of the Riviera Maya: Explore the mysterious and refreshing waters of the cenotes, natural caves that will captivate you with their unique beauty.

Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve: Observe wildlife in its natural habitat, with stunning landscapes of mangroves and an abundance of birds.

TOURS FOR NATURE CONSERVATION & CULTURAL PRESERVATION​

By incorporating these destinations into our group and private tours, we aim to provide authentic ecotourism experiences, fostering a connection with nature and promoting responsible practices to preserve these natural treasures for future generations.

Our tours are designed for groups of at least 4 people and up to a maximum of 10; they are carefully crafted to provide a fully immersive experience in close contact with nature. Packed with exciting adventures and discoveries, our main goal is for you to enjoy ecotourism to the fullest while contributing to the preservation and support of our valuable ecosystem

– Explore the Mayan ruins of Tulum with expert guides – Swimming with sea turtles in their natural habitat – Indulging in authentic local cuisine at a handpicked restaurant

– Journey through the stunning Caribbean waters – Dive into crystal-clear waters for snorkeling – Savor delicious tikinxic-style fish – Relax on the island’s stunning beaches – Soak up the sun and take a dip in the warm sea – Create lasting memories in a tropical paradise

– Swimming with sea turtles in their natural habitat – Exploring an open cenote surrounded by lush vegetation – Entering a cave cenote with shimmering turquoise waters – Learning about the local ecosystem and nature insights from experienced guides – Creating unforgettable memories in the Caribbean Sea

– 2.5-hour boat ride through Bacalar Lagoon – Discovering the Pirate’s Canal – Visiting the tranquil Cocalitos natural pools – Immersing in the crystal-clear waters – Enjoying a delicious meal at a restaurant by the lagoon – Exploring the impressive Cenote Azul – Swimming and relaxing in the natural wonders of Cenote Azul

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Thank you to Felipe for the amazing tours. He is so so understanding, nice and funny! I learned and discovered some beautiful places and felt really at ease with his guiding. He speaks spanish, english and french so we could exchange and understand each other perfectly. I truly recommend if you want to discover el Yucatán! ✨ Nilla

Hi, I’m interested in a group tour for 10/14 days in the Yucatan/Mayan Riviera peninsula, this November. Can you offer this with hotel options too please ? Thanks so much.

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The best riviera maya snorkel tour, with three ecosystems to explore.

Cancun and Riviera Maya snorkeling is some of the best on the planet, with year-round tropical weather and crystal-clear waters. Our Mayan Adventure Tour brings you to the underwater world with three unique aquatic eco-systems to explore. Our friendly guides will teach you all you need to know to have the best Riviera Maya snorkeling experience. First time snorkelers will feel right at home in no time and experienced snorkelers will be blown away by the marine life and underwater views.

This Riviera Maya snorkel tour brings you to the amazing Yal Ku Lagoon in Akumal, an ocean inlet full of gorgeous tropical fish and vegetation. Next stop is an open cenote in the middle of the jungle were you can marvel at the lush vegetation and crystal clear waters and snorkel in the underground river and explore what the Mayans considered the entrance into the underworld. These freshwater “swimming sinkholes” are carved into the limestone over millions of years creating stunning rock formations and the perfect place to refresh in the jungle.

The Mayan Adventure tour includes all of your snorkel gear, a delicious buffet lunch with non-alcoholic beverages and the best guides to ensure your safety and to make you feel 100% welcome and at ease at all times. Book your Mayan Adventure tour today and explore the best of this underwater world!

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• Buffet lunch and beverages
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Recommendations / Additional information

• Children under 6 years can take part in this tour under the full responsibility and supervision of an adult family member
• Basic swimming skills are required to take part in the water activities of the tour
• This tour is not recommended for travelers with a limited mobility, with breathing problems, recent surgeries or heart conditions, as well as pregnant women or people who can not perform moderate physical activities
• Only biodegradable sunscreen and mosquito repellent are permitted
• Wear comfortable clothes, water shoes and closed-toe shoes
• Bring an extra set of clothes, bathing suit and a towel
• Your pick-up schedule and additional tour details will be sent by email after completing the booking process
• People under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be allowed to participate in this tour
• Not recommended for pregnant women.
• Not recommended for people with mobility issues, cardiac or respiratory problems, with recent wounds or surgeries, or those who can not participate in moderate physical activity.
• People under the influence of drugs or alcohol will not be permitted in this tour.
• Basic swimming skills required.
• People under the influence of drugs or alcohol are prohibited.
• For tours that include rappel and zipline, the maximum weight is 135 kgs/300 lbs.
• For ATV tours, the minimum age to drive is 16 .

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Go beyond the conventional snorkel tours in the Riviera Maya, discover the incredible Yal Ku Lagoon, an underground river and an open cenote in the middle of the jungle! Try the water-landing zipline for a once in a lifetime splash!

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Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, México.