The Temple of the Mayan Sun — Private Tour to the Ruins of Kohunlich

5.0 (4 reviews) Bacalar, Mexico
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Duration4h - 7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Skip the crowds. See something real.
While everyone else heads to Chichen Itza, you'll stand before the Maya Sun Temple at Kohunlich — five massive Sun God faces carved in stone, perfectly preserved after over a thousand years. One of the most stunning archaeological secrets in all of Mexico, and almost nobody knows it exists.
This is a private tour. No strangers, no rushing, no surprise fees. We pick you up at your door, drive you through the jungle, and bring you back. Your certified English-speaking guide handles everything — tickets, history, stories, photos.
One hour south of Bacalar. Zero crowds. All yours.

Options

Kohunlich: The Temple of the Sun

Private Tour to Kohunlich: Private tour, no crowds. Climb the pyramids and watch the Temple of the Mayan Sun — the only one of its kind in the world.
Pickup included

Dzibanché: The Kaan Dynasty

Cradle of Kings of the Mayan World: The first capital of the most powerful dynasty in the Mayan world. 40 meter acropolis and a royal mausoleum unique in Mesoamerica
Pickup included

What's included

  • Permission for video filming for a device
  • Soft drinks and bottled water in icebox
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tickets included — no surprise fees at the ticket office
  • Professional local driver — Spanish speaking
  • Certified native English guide to the ruins
  • We wait for you — no rush, we will take you back to your accommodation
  • Fresh seasonal fruit — locally sourced
  • Pickup from your accommodation — we arrive to you, no meeting points
  • Tips for your guide and driver — appreciated but never mandatory
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

  1. Kohunlich
    5h · Admission ticket included
    1.-We start with the pick-up at the hotel or meeting point.
    2.- We leave for the Kohunlich Archaeological Zone. with a journey of 1 hour and 15 minutes.
    3.- Explore the ancient ruins of Kohunlich, the most beautiful! From the south of Quintana Roo, which has multiple buildings with different uses, from residential spaces, palaces, government buildings, public squares, temples and a Mesoamerican ball game.
    In addition to being completely surrounded by an impressive palm forest.
    The approximate time exploring the site is between 2 to 3 hours, varying depending on the group and weather conditions.
    Upon arrival there will be 10 minutes to get ready, prepare. your equipment and use the services, then we begin the walk on the site, to see the most outstanding monuments of the pre-Hispanic city.
    4.- Return to the hotel or meeting point. with a journey of approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
    5.- farewell and end of the tour.
  2. Zona Arqueologica de Dzibanche - Kinichna
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Upgrade : Visit to Dzibanché

    If you choose the optional upgrade, your experience will continue with a guided tour of the stunning archaeological area of Dzibanché, one of the most important Mayan cities in southern Quintana Roo. Walk among monumental pyramids and wide ceremonial squares surrounded by jungle, learn about Dzibanché’s role as an ancient political and ceremonial capital, and enjoy a quiet exploration, away from the crowds found in the most famous archaeological sites.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Contact by the means provided through Viator/Tripadvisor. Make your inquiries in English or Spanish. We await your message to agree.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 70% of the site's walking area is accessible to wheelchairs or strollers. But they could only look at the pre-Hispanic monuments from the base.

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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