Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins is the most popular and visited attraction for a day in Costa Maya. It is approximately 50 minutes 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.
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Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
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(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben
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
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.
Inclusions
- 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
- Gratuities
- 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
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Our excursions start 30 minutes after your ship docks. The meeting point is in the parking lot of the port, where the yellow taxis and red golf carts are located. There we have transportation with our logo(Toucan Tours) on them and one of our drivers can take you directly to our office. Our office is located one block from the port exit on the left side of the Mayan temple. Our waiting time after your check in is 15 to 25 minutes to leave for your tour.
Meeting / End Points
- After disembarking your ship proceed to find the main exit. There we have transportation with our logo on them and one of our drivers can take you to our office. Oh, if you like, you can go directly to our office. We are located one block from the port exit on the left side of the Mayan temple.