One Day Tour to Chacchoben Mayan City and Bacalar Lagoon with a Certified Guide
Overview
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5 hours 30 minutes
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Two of our favorite places in a single day. As soon as your cruiseship arrives to Costa Maya Port, travel through history from the Mayans to the pirates. Start your adventure in one of the least explored archeological sites in the Maya Zone that date back to 200 BC. and let yourself be surprised by the incredible monuments, flora and fauna that the jungle has to offer you.
After visiting the jungle and the Mayan city of Chacchoben, we will go to the Bacalar lagoon, a famous haven for pirates, where you can relax, swim or enjoy a kayak ride in the refreshing waters of the seven-color lagoon.
Take a short break eating some delicious fajitas with your favorite drink at the edge of the lagoon or just enjoy the breeze and incredible landscape.
We recommend this tour if you visit Costa Maya for the first time.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port from Plaza Las Fuentes, conveniently located just a few steps away from the main access of Costa Maya Port.
Please note that the total walking time from your cruise ship to the meeting point is about 15 minutes.
IMPORTANT: Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the full name of the ship.
Cruise guests arriving after 12 PM. Make the most of your limited time in port by booking our Chacchoben Mayan City Tour or our beach break options
No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all
Weight limit for a single kayak is 220 pounds or 270 pounds for a double kayak
What To Expect
Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben
Visit one of the least explored archaeological sites of the Mayan Culture in the heart of the jungle. Start your adventure in one of the least explored archeological sites in the Maya Zone that date back to 200 BC. and let yourself be surprised by the incredible monuments, flora and fauna that the jungle has to offer you.
Lake Bacalar
Visit the Bacalar lagoon a famous old haven for pirates, where you can relax, swim or enjoy a kayak ride in the refreshing waters of the seven-color lagoon. Take a short break eating some delicious fajitas with your favorite drink at the edge of the lagoon or just enjoy the breeze and incredible landscape.
Options
One Day Tour to Chacchoben Mayan City and Bacalar Lagoon with a Certified Guide
What‘s Included
Kayaks
Bottled water
Lunch by the Bacalar Lagoon with refreshing aguas frescas — Horchata, Hibiscus & Iced Tea included.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guided Tour at Chacchoben Mayan City
$5.00 USD copyright fee for the use of cameras at Chacchoben. This is paid directly at the site.
The use of tripods and drones are prohibited at the Mayan City.
Souvenirs
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
383 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Rosie was an amazing...
feuerborn,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Rosie was an amazing guild and very informative. Perfect about of time at each location. Food was good.
A Memorable Costa Maya Adventure Thanks to Yoshi & Ozzy!
Anupam S,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a really enjoyable excursion, but the absolute best part of the trip was our guide, Yoshi, and our driver, Ozzy—they truly made the experience memorable! Yoshi was fantastic—knowledgeable, engaging, and incredibly patient. He brought the Mayan history and culture to life during the Chacchoben ruins tour and took the time to thoughtfully answer every question. You could tell he genuinely enjoyed sharing his knowledge, which made the experience so much richer. Ozzy was equally amazing behind the scenes, making sure everyone was comfortable throughout the day. He carried a big cooler stocked with cold water so everyone stayed hydrated in the heat, which was such a thoughtful touch. And the unexpected highlight? Stopping at the Pineapple Village, where Ozzy got us to try the best pineapple I have ever had—absolutely unforgettable! After exploring the Mayan temples, lunch was a real treat. The tacos and horchata were delicious and exactly what we needed after the morning tour. Kayaking on the beautiful Bacalar Lagoon was a lot of fun and a lovely way to end the day—though our kayak unfortunately started taking on water, which put a slight damper on that part of the experience. Overall, this was a very good excursion, made exceptional by the warmth, care, and enthusiasm of Yoshi and Ozzy. Cheers to both of them for making our Costa Maya day so special!
Perfect Mix of History & Relaxation!
Laura C,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The One Day Tour to Chacchoben Mayan City and Bacalar Lagoon was an amazing experience. The ruins were fascinating, and our certified guide made the history come alive with great explanations. Bacalar Lagoon was absolutely stunning—the water colors are unreal and it was the perfect place to relax after exploring the ruins. Everything was well-organized and ran smoothly. Highly recommend this tour if you want a mix of culture and natural beauty in one day
Bring water shoes! The...
Amanda L,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Bring water shoes! The deck is hot at the lagoon and there is a lot of limestone. Food and service was excellent.
10/10 experience
Olivia J,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was our favorite excursion by far!!! We loved every second of it. Our guides, Rosie and Edgar did a fantastic job! They were so kind and accommodating!
Our group of 8 (adults...
Kremena V,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our group of 8 (adults and teens) enjoyed this excursion very much. It was a good combination of activities to please everyone's interest and offer variety. The ruins were great and the lagoon experience was beautiful. Our guide and driver Lorenzo was very friendly and professional. Would definitely recommend!
It was so much fun to...
Murray,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was so much fun to learn the history of the Mayan ruins. The lagoon was the perfect refresher afterwards
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Marc B,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lorenzo is a tremendous tour guide and cultural support ambassador supported by an squally talented team. This was the perfect experience that exceeded my expectations and made the day so memorable. Elliot added such a wonderful and warm experience to the day. The ride to the destinations were long but the ride was super safe, secure, and historical. The included lunch at Hotel Mikasa was delicious, fresh, and the shared table experience was also a wonderful addition. Viator remains our first choice to learn and book excursions that are budget friendly and exceptional in quality of time at each port and destination.
Highly recommend!
Thomas D,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good tour guides that were very knowledgeable and took great pride in their culture. Very easy to locate once off the ship.
Perfectly planned
Tiffany S,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Erick was amazing. Very knowledgeable and kept us on track. The food was amazing and the private lagoon location was a wonderful surprise! They got us back at the exact timed planned.
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