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One Day Tour to Chacchoben Mayan City and Bacalar Lagoon with a Certified Guide
4.7
276 Ratings
Av. P.º del Puerto 1180
Embark on a thrilling one-day tour to Chacchoben Mayan City and Bacalar Lagoon. Explore ancient ruins, lush jungles, and relax in the refreshing waters of the seven-color lagoon. Perfect for first-time visitors to Costa Maya.
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Zona Arqueologica De Chaachoben - Visit one of the least explored archaeological sites of the Mayan Culture in the heart of the jungle.
Start your adventure in one of the least explored archeological sites in the Maya Zone that date back to 200 BC. and let yourself be surprised by the incredible monuments, flora and fauna that the jungle has to offer you. - Lake Bacalar - Visit the Bacalar lagoon a famous old haven for pirates, where you can relax, swim or enjoy a kayak ride in the refreshing waters of the seven-color lagoon.
Take a short break eating some delicious fajitas with your favorite drink at the edge of the lagoon or just enjoy the breeze and incredible landscape.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Guided Tour at Chacchoben Mayan City
- Kayaks
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- $5.00 USD copyright fee for the use of cameras at Chacchoben. This is paid directly at the site.
- The use of tripods and drones are prohibited at the Mayan City.
- Souvenirs
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Experience two of our most loved destinations in a single day. Upon your cruise ship docking at Costa Maya Port, embark on a journey through time, from the age of the Mayans to the era of the pirates. Start your exploration at one of the less visited archaeological sites in the Mayan Zone, dating back to 200 BC. Let the breathtaking monuments, exotic plants and wildlife of the jungle astound you.
Post your jungle adventure and a visit to the Mayan city of Chacchoben, we will proceed to the Bacalar lagoon, a renowned refuge for pirates, where you are free to unwind, swim or paddle a kayak in the cool waters of the seven-color lagoon.
Pause for a while to savor some savory fajitas with a beverage of your choice by the lagoon, or simply take pleasure in the breeze and the spectacular scenery.
We endorse this tour for those visiting Costa Maya for the first time.
- This tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port from Plaza Las Fuentes, conveniently located just a few steps away from the main access of Costa Maya Port.
- Please note that the total walking time from your cruise ship to the meeting point is about 15 minutes.
- IMPORTANT: Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the full name of the ship.
- Cruise guests arriving after 12 PM. Make the most of your limited time in port by booking our Chacchoben Mayan City Tour or our beach break options
- You will be back to the port before boarding time, guaranteed!
- No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all
- Weight limit for a single kayak is 220 pounds or 270 pounds for a double kayak
Location
Av. P.º del Puerto 1180
Avenida Paseo del Puerto
Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise docks, starting from the conveniently located Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the Port.
Please consider the total time to walk from your cruise to the excursion office is about 15 minutes.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(276 Ratings)
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Amber_t
Aug 7, 2024
Friendly and knowledgeable staff - We had an amazing time . Our guides were so professional and we learned a lot on the way to the ruins . They also got us there early to best all the cruise ship crowds .It was so hot so the lagoon was much needed . Our kids kayaked and the food was pretty good .We were starving good after all the walking in the heat . Stopped at a local vendor on the way back for some freshly cut pins with chili powder . Super great experience.
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Nick_c
Aug 6, 2024
Unforgettable Family Adventure with an Outstanding Guide - We recently had an exceptional experience with our tour operator during our family trip. Rosie, our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, ensuring we had a memorable time. She expertly guided us through the Chacchoben ruins, sharing fascinating historical insights, and then took us to the stunning Bacalar Lagoon. Rosie's enthusiasm and expertise made our trip truly special. Highly recommended!
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Justin_l
Aug 4, 2024
Wish we had more time. - We had to walk outside the port quite a bit, and had some small confusion on where to meet, but we enjoyed the ruins and had a great guide there. I wish we would have spent a little more time there, but we did enjoy the lagoon where we had as many drinks and tacos as we wanted before we enjoyed some time in the water. We did have to leave both the ruins and the lagoon earlier than we would have liked and did feel slightly rushed.
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Emailtheberrys
Jul 21, 2024
A Great Day off the Ship - Had a blast! We wanted an excursion away from the ships crowd. Easy to meet up with. Had a great time with this group. Highly recommended while in port.
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Ray_d
Jul 14, 2024
Great excursion for the family! - Lorenzo was a great host and was always ensuring everyone in our party and in our van was comfortable and enjoying themselves. The van was quite new, clean & comfortable for the 50-60 min ride. The cold bottled water in the van was a nice touch. My age 20's adult children & friends had a great day. For me (dad), this excursion was a bit touristy at the ruins and at the lagoon, but it was still a great day overall with our family. The staff were very friendly and informative. Even though the meeting point is outside the port and just into the small town, it's very easy to find with the maps the staff provide.
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Anthony_y
Jul 14, 2024
Truly Enjoyable - The Mayan temples were amazing and our guide Eric was superb just make sure to bring bug spray. The lagoon and the taco lunch with drinks was very enjoyable.
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Dominicz315
Jul 14, 2024
Very great tour, well worth it. - The whole experience was amazing! Edder was a tremendous host and the lagoon was very nice. Just make sure you have bug spray for the ruins tour because the mosquitos are all over, but it was 100% worth the trip.
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Mya
Jul 13, 2024
Highly recommend! Great experience, at a great value. - Our cruise was stopping at Costa Maya for a few hours, so we booked this excursion. It was a bit of a walk from the port, but once we got to the bus area, it was a snooth process. We were fortunate enough to have Edder our tour guide, and Carlos our driver. Edder did a wonderful job explaining the background of the Chaachoben ruins, as well as additional facts. After we visited the ruins, we went to the BEAUTIFUL Bacalar Lagoon. This location was exclusive to people who booked the tour, and even included food, drinks, and kayaks! They have easily accessible bathrooms, changing rooms, and the water was amazing. I definitely recommend this excursion and company. The Native Choice made us feel like family and we had a great time.
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Curious312124
Jul 28, 2024
The Ruins & Lagoon. A little history and then relaxing on the lake! - We enjoyed this excursion in Costa Maya! It was a great value for doing 2 things in 1 day compared to the other things I looked at. It was easy to walk to the meeting spot where they looked at my receipt and gave us wrist bands and we waited to board a lovely air conditioned bus where Alan gave us the ins and outs of our day as we drove 1 hour or so into the Yucatán… and how did I forget my bug spray????? But I did.
We got to the ruins and we met a family from Texas and we kinda stayed together while many bigger tour busses unloaded. Our group was 17 which was super nice! We then found our next tour guide and he gave us the history after we took our photos and explored a little. My son got a fruit cup here and it was delicious! I wish I would have grabbed one before we loaded back up for a 15 minute ride to the Lagoon.
Down a bumpy dirt road we went and were amazed at the lovely resort at the end. There were probably 50-70 people who were bussed there for lunch and the afternoon on the water. We had tacos, salsa and open bar. We just hung out in the water while some went kayaking. I had brought a blow up float, so we just floated around. The rocks are kinda slippery, so the float helped getting over them. The staff at the resort were kind and accommodating. Our driver Edgar kept us safe and sound on the road back to the port.
We returned with hours to spare from our adventure and spent some time shopping in the port.
Overall glad we booked this excursion- The Native Choice!
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Connor_s
Jul 5, 2024
Great experience but felt rushed - Mayan ruins were very cool, highly recommend to bring lots of insect spray. There were so many mosquitos. Also the lagoon with food and margaritas were pretty good. Had around a hour to swim and kayak around the lagoon.
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