Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and Mahahual Beach from Costa Maya
by Toucan Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$116Overview
The tour starts with an air-conditioned drive of about one hour from Costa Maya port to the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins. At this archaeological site, visitors spend around one hour exploring large temples and massive platforms built around 700 AD. A licensed guide provides detailed information on the Mayan civilization, its culture, and the meaning of "Chacchoben" as "The Place Of The Red Corn." The surrounding jungle’s plants and wildlife are also part of the visit. After the ruins, the tour continues with an optional 90-minute stop at Mahahual beach. This beach town is known for its long stretches of white sand, calm turquoise waters protected by the Banco Chinchorro reef, and opportunities to snorkel or dive along the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Guests can relax on the beach, walk along the boulevard with shops and massage services, or taste local Mexican dishes. Bottled water and carbonated drinks are included during the tour, along with travel insurance and guidance from the licensed tour guide. Gratuities are not covered. The total duration of the day trip is about 4.5 hours. Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended, as well as sun protection and insect repellent. Note that scooters are not allowed on this tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben
Visitors spend about one hour at this archaeological site learning about the prehistoric Mayan civilization. The guide explains the culture, traditions, and beliefs while pointing out the large temples and massive platforms from around 700 AD. The site is surrounded by jungle, where guests can observe local plants and wildlife.
60 min
Playa Mahahual
After the ruins, there is a 90-minute optional stop at Mahahual beach, a small town known for its long white sandy beaches and calm turquoise waters protected by the Banco Chinchorro reef. It is a popular spot for snorkeling and diving along the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Visitors can relax on the beach, stroll the boulevard with its shops, enjoy massages, or try local Mexican food.
90 min
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.
End 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.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and Mahahual Beach from Costa Maya
by Toucan Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$116Overview
The tour starts with an air-conditioned drive of about one hour from Costa Maya port to the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins. At this archaeological site, visitors spend around one hour exploring large temples and massive platforms built around 700 AD. A licensed guide provides detailed information on the Mayan civilization, its culture, and the meaning of "Chacchoben" as "The Place Of The Red Corn." The surrounding jungle’s plants and wildlife are also part of the visit. After the ruins, the tour continues with an optional 90-minute stop at Mahahual beach. This beach town is known for its long stretches of white sand, calm turquoise waters protected by the Banco Chinchorro reef, and opportunities to snorkel or dive along the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Guests can relax on the beach, walk along the boulevard with shops and massage services, or taste local Mexican dishes. Bottled water and carbonated drinks are included during the tour, along with travel insurance and guidance from the licensed tour guide. Gratuities are not covered. The total duration of the day trip is about 4.5 hours. Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended, as well as sun protection and insect repellent. Note that scooters are not allowed on this tour.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben
Visitors spend about one hour at this archaeological site learning about the prehistoric Mayan civilization. The guide explains the culture, traditions, and beliefs while pointing out the large temples and massive platforms from around 700 AD. The site is surrounded by jungle, where guests can observe local plants and wildlife.
60 min
Playa Mahahual
After the ruins, there is a 90-minute optional stop at Mahahual beach, a small town known for its long white sandy beaches and calm turquoise waters protected by the Banco Chinchorro reef. It is a popular spot for snorkeling and diving along the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Visitors can relax on the beach, stroll the boulevard with its shops, enjoy massages, or try local Mexican food.
90 min
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.
End 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.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.