Ancient Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Description
As soon as your cruiseship arrives to Costa Maya Port, travel through history and let us guide you during your adventure in one of the least explored archeological sites in the Mayan Zone and let yourself be surprised by the incredible monuments surrounded by jungle. As you discover the Mayan city of Chacchoben, you will walk through to the ancient residences of the nobles, temples and ceremonial centers surrounded by the jungle. Admire the architecture of this great civilization while a certified guide explains in detail the history and secrets of this ancient city. Relive the passage of the Mayan priests and chiefs walking the steps to the top of the piramids and let yourself be impressed by the immensity of the jungle from above. During your adventure, you will also learn about local plants, observe endemic birds, a large population of spider monkeys and listen to the legends that gave origin to this city. We recommend this tour if you visit Costa Maya for the first time.
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Itinerary
Visit one of the least explored archaeological sites of the Mayan Culture in the heart of the jungle. Our Ancient Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Tour includes a guided tour with a native guide who will unveil the history and secrets of a Mayan city. Experience the harmony between nature and history in one of the least explored archeological sites in the Mayan 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. The experience is complemented with a short walk under the jungle and climbing the ancient Mayan temples and ceremonial centers for spectacular views of the surrounding jungle. This tour also offers the possibility of learning about the local plants and seeing some species of the local fauna including birds and spider monkeys.
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Important Information
- 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.
- No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all
Reviews(9)
We had the best time with Erick. He gave a plethora of knowledge of the Mayan culture. His friendly and fun demeanor made it very enjoyable. Highly recommended tour!!
Dear TinaMa, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you had such a great time exploring the Ancient Chacchoben Mayan Ruins with Erick. It's fantastic to hear he made your experience both informative and fun. We're grateful you chose to spend your day at Costa Maya with us during your cruise vacation on the Valiant Lady. Feel free to share your amazing stories and tag us on Instagram and Facebook at @CostaMayaShoreExcursions so other travelers can enjoy this beautiful destination too! Warm regards, The Costa Maya Shore Excursions Team
We did this as a shore excursion on a cruise. The bus ride was very comfortable and our tour guide Daniel was amazing. He was very knowledgeable and very funny. If we ever make it back to Costa Maya we will be doing this tour again.
Dear Heather, Thank you so much for your glowing 5-star review!! :) We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful experience exploring the ancient Chacchoben Mayan Ruins with us. It's fantastic to know that Daniel's knowledge and humor greatly enhanced your journey. We're honored you chose our tour and company to spend your day in Costa Maya during your cruise vacation aboard the Royal Caribbean's Voyager of the Seas. Should your travels bring you back, we would love to welcome you again for another adventure! Don't forget to share your memories and tag us on Instagram and Facebook at @CostaMayaShoreExcursions. Happy holidays, and here's to more travel and exploration! Tropical Regards, The Costa Maya Shore Excursions Team
Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Erik and his team were so knowledgeable, thoughtful, and friendly. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Thank you again! #teamshenanigans
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review on TripAdvisor! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience exploring the Ancient Chacchoben Mayan Ruins with us during your cruise vacation on the Carnival Breeze. It's great to know that Erik and our team's knowledge and hospitality added to your enjoyment. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we're grateful for your support. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the beautiful Mexican Caribbean in the future!:) Tropical Regards, The Costa Maya Shore Excursions Team
BEWARE: NOT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE!! The tour itself was lovely. The ruins were amazing and David, our tour guide, was just great! I recommend the this tour ONLY if you are NOT in a wheelchair. I took off 2 stars because I was told to take this tour because I am in a wheelchair and this tour was NOT accessible. I feel duped by the company and feel they didn’t care how unfit this tour is for people in wheelchairs. Fortunately, I am rather small (140lbs) and my husband is quite strong, but this was a significant physical challenge for him. The terrain is very rocky, uneven, and even muddy the day we went. Many times he had to turn me around and pull me backwards just to be able to get down the path. I have a power chair that would have likely been ruined if I had tried to use that. If you are able-bodied, this is an excellent tour. If you’re in a wheelchair, I’d skip it.
Dear Jennifer, Thank you for choosing our tour to explore the Ancient Chacchoben Mayan Ruins during your cruise vacation on board Grandeur of the Seas. We are pleased to hear that you found the ruins amazing and enjoyed the company of our tour guide, David. We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced during the tour. We understand your concerns regarding wheelchair accessibility. We do take accessibility seriously and strive to provide accurate information to all our guests. We regret that the terrain of the Mayan city, with its rocky, uneven, and unpaved areas, posed challenges for you and your husband. Please accept our sincere apologies if you felt misinformed about the suitability of the tour for wheelchairs. It's important to note that the historical significance of the Mayan sites often limits the extent of infrastructure changes that can be made to preserve their authenticity. We truly appreciate your feedback and will use it to enhance the overall experience for all our guests. Once again, we're grateful for your visit and your understanding of the unique conditions at historical sites. We hope that you have fond memories of your time in the beautiful Mexican Caribbean and that you consider exploring other aspects of the region in the future. Best regards, The Costa Maya Shore Excursions Team
The tour guides were very informative and we learned a lot about the Mayan culture. Very nice transportation.
Dear Ginger_W, Thank you for taking the time to write this wonderful review. We are thrilled you enjoyed your time with us and the service from our staff. We do hope you can visit us again. All our best. The Costa Maya Shore Excursions Team
We had a nice ride to the location, but unfortunately my elderly Mother couldn't see the entire site, only the first, closest pyramid. We were so looking forward to the Mayan family, but by no fault of the tour company, our cruise ship arrived 2 hours late and we couldn't have the second part of the tour. The Costa Maya port is very long from the ship and very hard walk for elderly people, be sure to secure a wheelchair to get from the ship to the excursion. A Walker is not recommended. We saw only a little but what we saw was very interesting and nice. Our guide was very accommodating, considering the circumstances.
Dear Deborah, Thank you for taking the time to write your comments and appreciation on Tripadvisor. We are glad you enjoyed your tour with us and have highlighted all the wonderful moments of your tour. We will be sure to pass on your comments to the team and we hope you can enjoy the Mayan experience next time you visit us again. Thank you, The Costa Maya Shore Excursions Team
The tour was amazing! Our guide, David, was so worldly and full of knowledge. It was hard not to point at every little thing and ask- what is that? But when our small group of 5 did, he had such an educated answer. Thank you so much for every little detail that went into making us feel welcome. Right from the first greeting the company and guides were welcoming. It's small details like that that help when in a foreign country. Our small group walked straight from the port, the directions were precise, and the locals very friendly.
Dear WillySteves, We are very happy to read your review and realize that you had a memorable experience with us at Costa Maya Shore Excursions during your visit to Costa Maya, Mexico!. On behalf of David and the rest of the team, we really appreciate your review and we deeply thank you for your preference and good comments. Our team is always ready to assist you to ensure you have a great day. Once again, at Costa Maya Shore Excursions, we appreciate your preference and on behalf of our team we hope to have the opportunity to see you again soon! :) Best regards, The Costa Maya Shore Excursions Team
Excellent tour, great staff and tour guide! Was initially concerned because it was not one of ships approved excursions, but we took the chance and it was wonderful! Definitely take this tour! The staff is amazing!
Hola Mark_F, We would like to thank you for sharing your experience with us at Costa Maya Shore Excursions. We are very happy that you enjoyed your day with us and the services from our team exceeded your expectations. We really appreciate your opinion and we deeply thank you for your good comments. Looking forward to welcome you again in the near future! Best regards! Mario Costa Maya Shore Excursions
Outstanding tour of Mayan ruins. Spectacular sights and great photo opportunities. The guide was knowledge about all aspects of the ruins. A part of this this operation is gift shop and cafe. Well worth the coach ride out to the site!
Hola Tony! Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and recommendations! We are happy that you had enjoyed your Chacchoben Ancient Mayan Ruins tour and you had a perfect day with us at Costa Maya! Thank you again for choosing local and choosing us for your next experience! As we say, come as a traveler, leave as a friend! :) We look forward to show you a bit more of Mexico next time! Mario The Costa Maya Shore Excursions Team
