Ancient Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the ancient Maya city of Chacchoben, where impressive temples and ceremonial structures rise from the tropical jungle of Costa Maya. Walk through the archaeological site with a certified guide and uncover the history of a city dating back to around 200 BC. Explore ceremonial centers and structures once connected to Maya rulers and nobles while learning about the traditions, beliefs, and daily life of the people who once called Chacchoben home. The jungle is part of the experience. As you explore the ruins, learn about native plants, listen for tropical birds, and keep an eye out for spider monkeys and other wildlife among the trees. Join us for an unforgettable adventure into the Maya past!
Inclusions
What's included
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees and tickets to Chacchoben Mayan Ruins
- Round-trip transportation from Costa Maya in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided tour of Chacchoben Mayan Ruins
- Certified tour guide
What's not
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs
- $5.00 USD copyright fee for the use of cameras at Chacchoben. This fee is paid directly at site.
Itinerary
Your adventure begins one hour after your cruise ship arrives in Costa Maya. Meet our team at the designated meeting point outside the port and enjoy an approximately 50-minute ride to the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins, surrounded by tropical jungle. Explore this ancient Maya city, dating back to around 200 BC, on a guided walk through the archaeological site. Discover impressive temples and ceremonial structures while your guide shares the history, culture, and stories of the Maya civilization. As you walk through the jungle, learn about native plants and keep an eye out for local wildlife, including tropical birds and spider monkeys that are often seen around the site. After exploring Chacchoben, enjoy a comfortable ride back to Costa Maya Port with plenty of time to continue enjoying your day before returning to your cruise ship.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Your tour departs one hour after your cruise arrives at Costa Maya Port. Meet at Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the port area. Allow 15 minutes to walk from your ship. Provide your full cruise ship name when booking. Detailed directions and a map will follow confirmation.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 80 travellers
- Operated by
- Shore Excursions
- 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.
- Please provide your full cruise ship name and scheduled docking time when booking.
- This experience is best appreciated by children ages 6 and older.
- Visitors are not permitted to climb the temples.
How it compares in Costa Maya
- Its from-price is 32% below the median of the 226 experiences we list in Costa Maya.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 95 of 226.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Costa Maya
Costa Maya is the southern Caribbean coast of Mexico's Yucatán, a quiet shoreline of white beaches and mangroves beside the reef, with Maya ruins inland.
Costa Maya is the name given to the southern stretch of Quintana Roo's Caribbean coast, south of the Riviera Maya and close to the border with Belize. Its shore is a quiet strip of white sand, palms and mangrove, backed by low forest, and the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef runs just offshore. Mahahual, a small seaside village with a long boardwalk, is the main settlement and has a dock for cruise ships. Xcalak, a fishing village at the southern tip, sits beside a protected reef park.
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