The Mayan Cacao Company is a place to discover the origins of chocolate in the same land as its creators: The Mayans.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
Start times
7 times a day, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 13+)
$15
Child (ages 5–12)
$9
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
General Admission
Itinerary
The Mayan Cacao Company
Admission included
This is not a museum, it is an interactive experience where you become an explorer of the history of the most popular food in the world. You will learn about the Mayan culture, their relationship with chocolate, when and how it was discovered, the applications and much more. All this magical trip will be through our different areas in the park, you can also see how chocolate is made from scratch, dare to try a Pre-Hispanic drink of Mayan priests and emperors. We will finish with the opportunity to taste our famous chocolate margaritas! and in our boutique you can buy an unimaginable variety of products made from cocoa: soaps, lotions, sauces, handmade chocolate bars and much more. We have 13 different flavors of 100% organic and gluten-free chocolate. Try them and take your favorite. Let the sensuality of chocolate catch your senses
What's included
Included
Admission Ticket to The Mayan Cacao
Not included
Pictures & Souvenirs
Transportation
Margaritas
Other services not mentioned
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
94 reviews
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How it compares in Cozumel
Starting price $15 is 80% below the typical $73 for tours of similar length in Cozumel
Excurgo comparison of 629 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It is recommended to apply mosquito repellent
Wear comfortable walking shoes
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 General Admission take?
General Admission lasts about 50 min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does General Admission cost?
Prices start at $15 per person for this Cozumel 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 General Admission run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, with 7 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
How much does General Admission cost for children?
Children aged 5–12 pay from $9, adults from $15.
Can I cancel General Admission for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
What languages is General Admission 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 1 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is General Admission worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 94 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by THE MAYAN CACAO COMPANY.
Reviews(94)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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mackenziej372
June 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Glad we went
Great place for a fun, short, and affordable outing. We took a quick cab ride from the cruise port and bought tickets at the door for the 10AM tour. The place was totally empty, so it was a private tour. Our guide Angel was super friendly and did a great job. He said the big cruise ship tours would be coming later in the day, so I suggest going in the morning for a quieter experience. Gift shop was great (free chocolate samples) and they have a small bar for drinks. We spent about 1.5 here and really enjoyed it.
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Judith_L
May 22, 2026 · via Viator
A fun stop going around the island of Cozumel
This is a fun, interesting, and educational tour. It’s not really about how chocolate as we know it, is made, but how the Mayans regarded it and how they made the chocolate they used. Our guide, Paty, was delightful. The only pressure we felt was the need to tip all the people involved in the different parts of the tour.
Operator response
We're sorry to hear you felt that way about tipping.
We'll look into that.
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jessesP3095YQ
April 16, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Cacao history and tasting
I had a great experience learning about Mexican Cacao history. I was fortunate to have a 1-1 tour with Paty, who did a great job telling me about the history of cacao and also made some Mayan chocolate.
Operator response
Lovely review for Paty, thanks!
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790devikas
March 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great Tour. Outstanding Chocolate.
What a wonderful experience that we did not anticipate! Eduardo gave us a most interesting tour of the chocolate-making process and we learned so much. The chocolate produced by this company is simply some of the finest I have sampled. If you visit, you must purchase more than you can carry because all of their delicious bars are sold-out online. When you're in Cozumel, be sure to visit this place -- it will surely be a highlight of your trip.
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Operator response
Lovely review, thanks for sharing!
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ellenbR4096MW
February 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Magnificent Mayan Cacao Company
We recently visited the Mayan Cacao Company. Everyone was super friendly and welcoming. After a brief introduction to the company in a shaded courtyard, we were given an introduction into the ancient Mayan cacao making rituals. It was informative and entertaining! Angel made us feel very welcome.
The Dia De Los Muertos altar was beautiful, and the role cacao plays in honoring the dead was very interesting.
Our larger group split into two groups, and we went to a preparation area where Eduardo demonstrated making cacao, it really is quite simple! We got to sample the cocoa he was making, and it was delicious!
We purchased some delicious chocolate in the gift shop, which had a great variety to offer.
We definitely recommend the experience. Next time we may do the longer experience, and actually make cocoa ourselves.
Operator response
If you decide to take the Workshop experience next time you visit us, make sure to show this review and you'll get a discount on your entrance $$.
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anitad8122018
February 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Worthwhile tour in a beautiful, natural setting.
The tour we booked was general admission, so we waited about 10 minutes for some additional people to join. Paty was an excellent guide who shared the history of the Mayan chocolate making process and importance with us. Delicious samples made the experience even more fun! It was about an hour for the total experience. Highly recommend! Bring a small cooler if you are not heading back to a space where you can keep the chocolate bars that you buy.
Operator response
Paty is one of the best, you're lucky to have her as your guide. Thanks for the review!
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GoPlaces770171
January 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Chocolate
This was part of a cruise tour. The tour was well-organized. They showed us the process, gave us samples, and we ended up in the gift shop. We found it interesting and worthwhile.
Operator response
Hope to see you again sometime soon.
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Megan_O
January 29, 2026 · via Viator
Went on a whim and glad we did
It was a lovely time, informative and interesting. Our daughter compared it to a field trip. Our guide Angel was so kind. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for a something to do that isn’t a multi hour experience.
Operator response
Angel is great with kids, thanks for sharing!
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michalede
January 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Dairy-Free Yumminess
The mayan cocoa company was a great experience!! The museum smells like chocolate from the get-go, and Paty did an AMAZING job explaining how Mayans used to make chocolate by hand. As an individual with a dairy allergy, being able to have the chocolate was an added bonus!! Maria served us mole on a fresh tortilla which was also delicious. We were allowed to try 3 samples of chocolate when everything was said and done, and it was all delicious!
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AGM9
December 31, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
To see by the way
This is interesting from a historical point of view in relation to Mayan culture, but it does not show cocoa plantation or real chocolate making.
Operator response
Je suis désolé que nous n'ayons pas répondu à vos attentes ; la visite n'est pas présentée comme une plantation de cacao.
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