At Chacchoben mayan ruins you’ll be leaded by a professional local guide. We will walk in the jungle to explore and learn about the different structures of the mayan site such as: Temple 24, Plaza B, Gran Plaza, Gran Basamento, Los Gemelos, Las Vasijas and Templo Uno. This excursion also offers the possibility to learn about local plants and observe some species of local fauna, including birds and spider monkeys. At Bacalar lagoon the first place to visit is “Cenote Esmeralda”, where you’ll be amazed by the different shades of blue and understand why the Bacalar Lagoon is frequently referred as the 7 colors lagoon. The next point to enjoy will be “Black Cenote” which is an open sky cenote and also the deepest point of the lagoon. The final spot to explore is the Pirate Channel, as you’ll be explained that day, pirates used to enter Bacalar by using this channel to steal local precious wood.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
We will take you to the Chacchoben archaeological site where you will have a 1.5 hour guided tour with a native guide who will unveil the history of a Mayan city that flourished around 300 AD.
The first glimpse you’ll have of this beautiful lagoon will as we get close to the coast from a hill. The first place to visit in the Bacalar Lagoon is “Cenote Esmeralda”, where you’ll be amazed by the different shades of blue and understand why the Bacalar Lagoon is frequently referred as the 7 colors lagoon. Our next stop is “Cenote Cocalitos”, home of stromatolites, that are known as living stones and are considered the oldest form of life in the planet. The third point to enjoy will be “Black Cenote” which is an open sky cenote and also the deepest point of the lagoon. It will be an amazing experience and a day full of fun and learning.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Chacchoben & Bacalar Combo Excursion Costa Maya lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $160 per person for this Costa Maya experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Children aged 3–11 pay from $150, adults from $160. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is There will be a guide outside the port waiting for you with a Chac Ek sign and a white. board with your name on it. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 380 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Chac Ek Costa Maya.
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Great tour, well run. Guide Juan Corona was excellent. The ruins and cenotes were very nice to visit.
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Beautiful experience on the Costa Maya, accompanied by Juan who was truly helpful, professional, and friendly. We initially visited the ruins of Chaccoben and discovered a beautiful, well-kept oasis with lush vegetation and therefore lots of greenery. Afterward we went to what I would define as an earthly paradise, the lagoon of seven colors. To navigate it, we took a small boat expertly piloted by Armando, who was also helpful and very friendly; he took us to the most wonderful part of the lagoon where we swam and tasted some delicious slices of fresh local pineapple, kindly offered by them. Finally, we were accompanied to a typical local restaurant where we had lunch after choosing our dish from tacos and quesadillas. For the entire duration of the excursion, we were able to enjoy bottles of cold water and various drinks. Highly recommended
Grazie mille per i vostri commenti; per noi è una grande soddisfazione sapere che l'escursione vi è piaciuta molto. Speriamo di rivedervi in un prossimo viaggio.
Caro was the best guide to the Mayan ruins and to Bacalar! The lagoon was amazing. It had the prettiest water I have ever seen! I did the combo tour to the ruins and lagoon. The ruins were interesting, but the lagoon is a must visit! I would do this excursion again (but only the lagoon portion) if I ever go back. I enjoyed the ruins, but once is enough. I could go back to Bacalar any day!
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Chac Chi did a wonderful job of providing myself and three other cruisers a wonderful excursion. They showed real flexibility in making adjustments along the way when things they couldn’t control interfered with the planned agenda. Their knowledge of the Mayan Culture and Temples was excellent and their willingness to go the extra mile in many small ways made the day memorable.
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Our last minute cruise excursion ended up being a private tour as we were the only two couples! Leo was AMAZING! So personable and friendly. He really welcomed us and made sure we had a great time!
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Juan and Miguel were both wonderful. Juan was our guide and was very knowledgeable about the ruins and history of the area. We had a private tour for 4. They got us there ahead of the crowds! The Boat ride and Lagoon was a marvelous way to wrap up the day. Highly recommend!!!
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We had an absolutely wonderful day visiting the Chacchoben Ruins and Bacalar Lagoon, and we cannot recommend this excursion highly enough! From the very beginning, this company was amazing with communication. A few days before our excursion, they contacted us through WhatsApp with very detailed instructions on exactly where and how to meet them. The port is very busy, so this was incredibly helpful. They even sent maps and photos so there was no confusion whatsoever. We felt completely safe and taken care of from the moment we arrived. This was not a cruise-line excursion—we booked through a third party—but we had absolutely no concerns about making it back to our cruise on time. We returned with plenty of time to spare. The excursion itself was fantastic. It was a very small group, which made the entire day feel relaxed and personal. We never felt rushed. We had plenty of time to explore the incredible Chacchoben ruins and, even more importantly, enough time to truly enjoy Bacalar Lagoon. The lagoon was simply stunning! Francisco was an excellent guide. He shared so much fascinating information about the history of the area, the ruins, and the places we were visiting. He was knowledgeable, friendly, attentive, and made sure we understood and appreciated what we were seeing. Our driver, Manuel, was also excellent and made us feel comfortable and safe throughout the entire day. If you're visiting this area and want to experience some of the very best it has to offer, I highly recommend this excursion. The communication, organization, small-group experience, history, beautiful scenery, and relaxed pace made it a truly memorable day. PS: Lunch and snacks were all very yummy!
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Our tour guide Raphael was amazing and told us about the history. It was obvious he has a passion for what he does. Only 2 of us booked and we were so thankful they didn’t cancel us. Any other company would have, however he gave us a private tour of the Mayan Ruins, stopped along side of road to buy fresh honey pineapple, mango, and dragon fruit. It was served to us on the boat at the 7 colors lagoon that was so clear it was white rather than blue! White sand and fresh water and an excellent vibe. We were able to swim there for about an hour in waste to neck deep water. Our boat driver and his daughter were kind. 3rd stop was at Tacos Locos (we chose for the fresh tortillas). Raphael was our tour guide and driver. He spoke excellent English and we always felt safe. With 12 years of experience, it truly showed. We tipped well and he was worth every penny. He even stopped at a local liquor store at our request. 100% recommend this company. Drive between stops are about 30-45minutes each. Coke water and snacks also provided.
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Leo was our tour guide and he was very knoledgeable regarding the history of the area and good sense of humor.
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Rafael was amazing during our time in Puerto Costa Maya. Very descriptive during our tour of the ruins and had some great stories about the 7 color cenote. He goes above and beyond! He got us some fruit to try and showed us a good place to buy souvenirs! He took care of us.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chacchoben & Bacalar Combo Excursion Costa Maya | 7 hours | 4.9 (380) | $160 | |
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| Chacchoben Mayan Ruins & Bacalar Lagoon with Certified Guide | 5h 30min | 4.6 (396) | $120 | View |
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 Bacalar Lagoon & Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya | 5h 30min | 4.3 (64) | $129 | View |
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