Chacchoben & Bacalar Combo Excursion Costa Maya

4.9 (382 reviews) Costa Maya, Mexico
Duration7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 14 travelers

Overview

At Chacchoben mayan ruins you’ll be leaded by a professional local guide. We will walk in the jungle to explore and learn about the different structures of the mayan site such as: Temple 24, Plaza B, Gran Plaza, Gran Basamento, Los Gemelos, Las Vasijas and Templo Uno.

This excursion also offers the possibility to learn about local plants and observe some species of local fauna, including birds and spider monkeys.

At Bacalar lagoon the first place to visit is “Cenote Esmeralda”, where you’ll be amazed by the different shades of blue and understand why the Bacalar Lagoon is frequently referred as the 7 colors lagoon.

The next point to enjoy will be “Black Cenote” which is an open sky cenote and also the deepest point of the lagoon.

The final spot to explore is the Pirate Channel, as you’ll be explained that day, pirates used to enter Bacalar by using this channel to steal local precious wood.

What's included

  • Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Round trip transportation
  • Beer and Tequila
  • Insurance
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    We will take you to the Chacchoben archaeological site where you will have a 1.5 hour guided tour with a native guide who will unveil the history of a Mayan city that flourished around 300 AD.
  2. Lake Bacalar
    2h 30m · Admission ticket included
    The first glimpse you’ll have of this beautiful lagoon will as we get close to the coast from a hill.

    The first place to visit in the Bacalar Lagoon is “Cenote Esmeralda”, where you’ll be amazed by the different shades of blue and understand why the Bacalar Lagoon is frequently referred as the 7 colors lagoon. Our next stop is “Cenote Cocalitos”, home of stromatolites, that are known as living stones and are considered the oldest form of life in the planet.

    The third point to enjoy will be “Black Cenote” which is an open sky cenote and also the deepest point of the lagoon.
    It will be an amazing experience and a day full of fun and learning.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

There will be a guide outside the port waiting for you with a Chac Ek sign and a white
board with your name on it.

End point

There will be a guide outside the port waiting for you with a Chac Ek sign and a white
board with your name on it.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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