Take a tour of the archaeological site of Ek-Balam, a Mayan city older than Chichen Itza. Visit the Cenote Maya, and enjoy a swim in the large natural pool. Sample traditional Mayan foods at a buffet and add on some optional activities as well.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 12 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English
- Pickup included
- Hotels in Cancun. Pick up is not available from hotels in Costa Mujeres.
Experience
Highlights
- Explore the archeological site of Ek Balam, an impressive Mayan ceremonial center
- Enjoy a swim in the Cenote Maya, a natural pool with beautiful rock formation
- Visit a colorful handicraft market, where your purchases benefit local artisans
- Sample traditional dishes at a Mayan buffet
Full description
Explore the archaeological site of Ek Balam, a top regional attraction that has been recently restored. You’ll also visit the mysterious Cenote Maya, a natural pool that features beautiful rock formations.
Your full-day tour begins at the Cenote Maya Park, where you’ll descend into the region’s most impressive cenote by a large wooden staircase built using ancient Maya techniques.
Experience a range of optional adventures at the park, such as swimming in the cenote, diving, rappelling, swinging on a Tarzan vine, and more.
Visit a small, colorful handicraft market, where your purchases of locally made items benefit Maya artisans. See a Mayan ritual, and be part of an authentic blessing ceremony performed by a shaman.
Enjoy a Mayan buffet of traditional dishes such as lime soup, chaya tamales, beans, vegetables, rice, chicken, handmade tortillas, fruits, and flavored water.
Next on the itinerary is visit to the Ek Balam site. Dating from the 11th century, this is one of the most impressive ceremonial centers of the Yucatan peninsula. Admire the temples and plazas and unique high-relief sculptures.
Includes
- Private transportation
- Traditional lunch and beverages
- Entrance fee to Ek-Balam
- Bilingual archaeological guide
- Equipment required for activities
- Towel
- Locker
- Alcoholic drinks
- Photographs
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- Children under 6 years
- Pregnant women
- People with mobility impairments
- People over 264 lbs (120 kg)
- People under 3 ft 9 in (120 cm)
Covid-19 precautions
You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- You must keep social distance while in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- You must bring your own headphones
- You are required to bring and wear a mask
- You must fill out a travel information form
- You will receive a mandatory temperature check
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Swimwear
- Change of clothes
- Credit card
- Cash
Not allowed
- Pets
- Cameras
- Intoxication
- Alcohol and drugs
- Open-toed shoes
Know before you go
- For safety reasons, hands should be kept free, the use of cameras and recording devices of any kind (including cell phones, or tablets) is not allowed, except for "action cam" (Go Pro) style, only if it is assembled on a chest or head mount during the excursion