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Ek Balam Adventure

Climb the Acropolis at Ek Balam, one of the best-preserved Mayan cities, then join a Mayan welcome ceremony and workshops, swim in an open-air cenote, enjoy a regional lunch and stroll colonial Valladolid.

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Tour details

Days
Every day
Duration
About 12 hours, plus transfer
Adults (11+)
$130 USD
Children (5-10)
$115 USD
Infants (0-4)
Free
Tax (not included)
$35 USD per person

Included

  • Round-trip air-conditioned transportation
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water, cookies and a banana
  • Box lunch and soft drinks
  • Typical regional food
  • Face towel, life jacket and umbrellas

Not included

  • Tax: $35 USD per person, added on top of the price

Suggested itinerary

  • 9:00 am: Ek Balam guided tour and free time, including the climb up the Acropolis
  • 11:10 am: Yalcobá welcome with a Mayan ceremony, obsidian workshop, chocolate and honey workshop, and mezcal and tequila tasting
  • Cenote swim, lunch and free time at Yalcobá
  • 2:30 pm: free time in Valladolid
  • 3:00 pm: return to your hotel

What to bring

  • Swimsuit and towel
  • A change of clothes
  • Sunglasses and a hat
  • Comfortable shoes and sun-protective clothing
  • Camera and biodegradable repellent
  • Extra money for souvenirs

Booking

  • Availability is subject to confirmation.
  • Recommended for ages 8 and up. The minimum age is 6.
  • Guests should be reasonably fit and able to swim.
  • Not recommended for guests with limited mobility.
  • Pickup time depends on your hotel. Message us on WhatsApp with your hotel name and we will confirm your exact pickup time before you book.
  • Children are ages 5 to 10, infants 0 to 4, and adults start at 11.
  • Cancellation policy: [to be confirmed].