Overview
14 hours
Mobile ticket
In Yaxchilan you can appreciate splendid scenery of evergreen high jungle blanket to this magnificent archaeological site famous for its patent sculptural art in stelae and lintels. To build it, the Mayans took advantage of the characteristics of the terrain of a peninsula surrounded by a meander of the river.
In Bonampak we can appreciate the magnificent Lacandon jungle, in the site there are three rooms with paintings, it should be noted that this is among the best preserved Mayan murals, in the murals the trade of war and human sacrifice is clearly shown.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Zona Arqueologica de Yaxchilan
In Yaxchilan (green stones) you will be able to appreciate the Lacandon jungle, on the banks of the Usumacinta River, where we will have to navigate a 1hr boat to reach the archaeological site, in this imposing city you will be able to observe its beautiful architecture and sculptural art, its 124 inscriptions distributed on stelae, altars and lintels, which relate the actions of their rulers, ceremonies, battles, rituals and daily life.
Zona Arqueologica de Bonampak
In Bonampak (painted walls), we will go a little further into the Lacandon jungle where you will be able to appreciate the incredible painted murals that stand out for their great degree of conservation. You can also have the experience of being in contact with the Lacandones, they are native people of the jungle.
Options
Yaxchilan and Bonampak Archaeological Zone
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
INCLUDES BREAKFAST AND FOOD
Gratuities
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Why go on this tour
Scott M,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Picked up late. Seats broken in van; no AC; no English. Food good. 15 hours uncomfortable. 152 topes. Ruins and boat ride SPECTACULAR.
Better than Palenque
ndmeador,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible experience. All smooth. Just go!
Wonderful trip - highly recommended
Stephen H,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fabulous trip, well organised and well worth the money. Great breakfast and lunch stops (very high quality food with lots of choices). And the boat trip and ruins you visit are just sublime. Only slight negative is that it is quite cramped on the minibus, but easily worth the trade off for what you get out of it!
Sites amazing, tour operator very poor
UllaS892,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The sites were some of the most amazing we have seen in Mexico, full points for that. The organization of the trip was very poor wirh a lot of confusion, changing cars and schedules. No-one spoke a word of english, would definetly not recommend this tour operator unless you have at least a clue of spanish.
A very good experience
V5242GWvanessah,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have done the tour to the archaeological areas of Yaxchilan and Bonampak and it has been a very good experience! The guide explained everything super well, the places have been amazing and everything has worked perfectly. I'll be back!
Beautiful archeological hidden gems
82ramona,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00beautiful archeological sites, to Yaxchilan you get by the Usumacinta river, it is a hidden gem. In Bonampak you will see the best paintings in the Mayan sites. Both are highly recommended
Loved it. I feel like we...
Cameron T,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved it. I feel like we got great value for our dollar here. The ruins were awesome, the logistics of the trip were well thought out and the food at the restaurants for breakfast and lunch was really tasty. Absolutely recommend.
A beautiful site in the jungle
play w,Mar 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The yaxchilan site is beautiful with access by canoe in the middle of a preserved jungle. Bonempak with paintings of all beauties. The meals included were very good (breakfasts after 1h30 in a very clean space, lunch after the visit very well with a very good welcome). On the other hand I put minus 2 on the note because our guide on yaxchilan was very unsympathetic and apart from showing us 2 monkeys and looking at his cell phone did not bring us anything.
Great well paced tour
Lorraine H,Mar 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Well paced and organised tour. Long journey broken up by loo stops and drinks/food. Great driver. Good Spanish guide at Yaxchilan. Not expensive. Long day. Hot and humid. But worth it to see Mayan sites in the middle of the jungle in their raw cleaned state. Our group of 7 were virtually the only ones there. Highly recommended
Excellent tours, excellent driver
Robgoxford,Nov 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good service, punctual and very well organized in terms of visits, breakfast, food and everything that involves organizing pleasant and exciting trips. I went twice, the first to Yaxchilan and Bonampak, the second to the waterfalls of Roberto Barrios. On both occasions I was lucky to have Johnny as a driver - super friendly, friendly and efficient at his job, driving carefully over long distances. A 100% recommended driver. Thank you so much for everything
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