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Tours/Costa Maya/Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya

4.7(1,670)Costa Maya4h 30min
VIATOR4.6(995)TRIPADVISOR4.7(675)
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
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Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya

At a glance

Duration
4h 30min
Price from
$58 / person
Location
Costa Maya, Mexico
Rating
4.7 / 5 · 1,670 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 50
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Travel agency Costa Maya Toucan Tours
Meeting point
Our office is located one block from the port exit on the left side of the Mayan templo.The tours depart 30 minutes after your ship docks. The tours depart 30 minutes after your disembarking time.

Description

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins is the most popular and visited attraction for a day in Costa Maya. It is approximately an hour drive from Costa Maya Port. This site is just a few kilometers from the village of Chacchoben from which it's name derive. The translation of the Mayan word "Chacchoben" refers to "The Place Of The Red Corn". The structures at this site are characterized by large temples and massive platforms dated from 700 AD.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 9–80)
$58
Child (ages 3–8)
$48
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.

Tour Options

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya

Itinerary

Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben
Admission included60 min

Your guide you will take you back to the once prominent prehistoric Mayan civilization, relive their culture, traditions and beliefs as he shares his vast knowledge of this great Archeological Site. Explore the rich flora and fauna of the lush jungle surrounding these magnificent temples.

Playa Mahahual
Admission included90 min

A tu regreso del maravilloso lugar de Chacchoben tienes la disponibilidad de poder, disfrutar, conocer y relajarte en la paradisíaca playa de nuestro pequeño pueblo llamado "Mahahual". Este lugar que cobra vida cuando los cruceros arriban al puerto Costa Maya. Mahahual es de los mejores destinos de todo el Caribe Mexicano para practicar snorkel y buceo, ya que frente a sus costas se encuentra el arrecife Mesoamericano, que es la segunda barrera de coral mas larga del mundo. Las playas de Mahahual son de las mas extensas en el Caribe Mexicano, con interminables kilómetros de blanca arena, palmeras y un mar de tono azul turquesa con oleaje casi imperceptible por el arrecife llamado "banco chinchorro" que actúa como rompeolas. Sus aguas cálidas, son una invitación a pasearse todo el día nadando, recorrer el boulevard que esta lleno de tiendas para comprar souvenirs o simplemente relajarte y disfrutar los masajes frente al mar y probar los auténticos platillos de la gastronomía mexicana.

What's included

Included
Bottled water
After the ruins, an additional 90 minutes on Mahahual beach with the facilities included (optional)
Air-conditioned vehicle
At the time of your check in you have a complimentary drink which can be: a beer, a soda or a shot of tequila (these only at check in) and bottles of water (unlimited).
Licensed Tour Guide
Travel Insurance
Not included
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.7
1,670 reviews
5
1,330
4
207
3
73
2
33
1
27

How it compares in Costa Maya

  • The most-reviewed of 223 tours in Costa Maya
  • Starting price $58 is 51% below the typical $119 for tours of similar length in Costa Maya

Excurgo comparison of 223 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Wear comfortable clothing and footwear. Consider bringing along sunblock and insect repellent.
  • no hay acceso para scotters

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya take?

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya lasts about 4h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.

How much does Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya cost?

Prices start at $58 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.

What days does Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.

How much does Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya cost for children?

Children aged 3–8 pay from $48, adults from $58. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Our office is located one block from the port exit on the left side of the Mayan templo. The tours depart 30 minutes after your ship docks. The tours depart 30 minutes after your disembarking time. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya offered in?

The experience is available in EN, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Specialized infant seats are available

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 1,670 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Travel agency Costa Maya Toucan Tours.

Reviews(1,670)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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parker_p
September 30, 2026 · via Viator
Very helpful and fun tour...

Very helpful and fun tour even waiting for us late getting back from the beach would highly recommend

4
477alpanar
September 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Costa Maya reviews took cruise from Galveston

Weathers are not Perfect, however we thought will be cancelled, but not. Bus is not that great. outside is pouring Bad, and Bus have so many wholes on it and it comes to straight to my hair and Body, and cloths. Day before had service in cruise for hair, and I had washed it.we went only one place.. We got all the way seat back, so we can not hear anything. Bus have no microphone, guide have so loud voice.

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Te_L
September 28, 2026 · via Viator
We had a great experience...

We had a great experience seeing the Mayan Ruins. Our guide, Eliseo, was awesome. He was very knowledgeable. We also saw monkeys swinging in the trees.

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D3746JVedwardg
September 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A very good deal for the cost!

The tour guide was very nice and informative but it was nearly impossible to understand him while he was using the microphone and speaker system for those of us seated in the back of the bus. The side excursion to Mahahaul, which was optional, was nice as Mahahaul is a much larger and more authentic town than the more recently developed port area of Costa Maya. Be advised, on the boardwalk at Mahahaul there was a constant barrage of soliciters of goods and services.

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vickie
September 28, 2026 · via Viator
Mayan Ruins - Let's Go Up!!!

This was a great adventure to the ruins via Tucan Tours. Carlos was a fabulous tour guide and Daniel the bus driver did a great job getting us around safely. We had a pretty large group, but Carlos did a good job of keeping us all rounded up and on task throughout the day. I was traveling with my 77 year young mom and Carlos made sure we knew how to get to the top via the easier set of stairs, which we both appreciated. We got lots of information about the Mayan people and how they lived. The beach was nice as well. The one big thing to remember when using Viator is to know the name of the local tour company so you can find them when you get off the boat if you are on a cruise. It is a bit overwhelming getting through the port area and having all the tour groups asking you if you need a tour. This was our first tour with Viator and didn't know we needed to look for a different name. Once that was shared with us by a local, we could more easily find our group. I printed the information and read it to the local guy and he pointed us where we needed to go as the red golf carts were not out when we got to the designated area. The Tucan Tours people were and then we were off and running. I would recommend taking a rain slicker, bug spray, a hat, water, small denomination bills for tips and treats, and a bag to carry anything you buy. Again, we had a wonderful time with Carlos and highly recommend this tour.

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Y6849BUjosephe
September 27, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great informative excursion

Carlos was a great guide. He was entertaining and informative

R
Ron_H
September 20, 2026 · via Viator
The tour was vey...

The tour was vey interesting and the site is impressive. I am giving four stars because the microphone on our bus was not working well and you could not hear the commentary clearly. And it did not sound like this was the first day that if happened I would recommend doing some research before you get to the site as the guide had a lot of information, but I was left wanting more. Lastly they have a large building and sign at the end of the block So they are easy to find, but that does not match any of the info ration that we were given on how to find them.

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Rishaun_W
September 17, 2026 · via Viator
Mayan Adventure

This was a great excursion once we got to our second and third destinations. I was nervous about locating the company and transportation to their office, but everything worked out well. The entire Toucan Tour staff were so kind & professional! Thanks to Antonio for an easy check-in process! Thanks to Eliseo for an excellent tour, and to Huitzi for driving us around! The food stand before entering the ruins had wonderful tacos! I truly enjoyed my experience to the ruins with this company!

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karenaK7113IG
September 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great for people who wear glasses!

Alonso, jesus, raphael were great guides. As someone who wears glasses and can’t do traditional snorkeling tours, this was great! The time went by very fast. I do wish they would have taken credit cards as it took all our cash for the pictures and tips. (We would have tipped more if we could have charged the pictures. )

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Karen_D
September 17, 2026 · via Viator
The guided tour was bad

The tour was great, the ruins are incredible, and the service at the company headquarters was excellent. However, we request a tour in Spanish, considering that half of the group does not speak English. The guide started the tour in English and, after being asked, tried to do it in English and Spanish at the same time, and finally no one could understand anything and the experience was very spoiled.

$58/ person
4.7(1,670)
Duration4h 30min
LanguagesEN, ES
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