Bacalar Lagoon & Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya

4.2
(52 reviews) Costa Maya, Mexico

5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

This is the perfect combination of culture, history and adventure.

As soon as your cruiseship arrives to Costa Maya Port, travel through history from the Mayans to the pirates. 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.

After visiting the jungle and the Mayan city of Chacchoben, we will go to the Bacalar lagoon, a famous haven for pirates, where you can relax, swim or enjoy a kayak ride in the refreshing waters of the spectacular 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.

We recommend this tour if you visit Costa Maya for the first time.

What's Included

Certified Guide
Kayaks
Bottled water
Lunch at Bacalar Lagoon & soft drinks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guided tour at Chacchoben Mayan Ruins
$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 Ruins
Gratuities
Souvenirs
Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Av. P.º del Puerto 1180

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.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben

    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. Enjoy the sound of nature and climb the ancient temples for spectacular views of the jungle.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    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.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.
Supplied by Costa Maya Shore Excursions

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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Archaeology Tours
Shore Excursions
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Cancellation Policy

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

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4.2 Based on 52 52 reviews
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