Costa Maya Excursions

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and Seven Colors Lagoon

The Mayan Ruins of Chacchoben are the most popular and visited attraction to spend a great day on the Costa Maya. It is approximately 55 minutes by car from the Port of Costa Maya. This site is located a few kilometers from the town of Chacchoben from which its name is derived. The translation of the Mayan word "Chacchoben" refers to "The Place of Red Corn." The structures at this site are characterized by large temples and enormous platforms dating back to 700 AD. c.

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins and Seven Colors Lagoon

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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Maha Massage Oceanfront Massage Experience in Costa Maya Mahahual

indulge in a luxurious oceanfront massage experience designed to relax your body and elevate your senses. set directly by the sea, this premium treatment combines professional techniques, high-quality natural oils, and the soothing sound of the waves. every details is cured to provide deep relaxation, personalized care, and an unforgettable moment of tranquility in a breathtaking coastal setting.

Maha Massage Oceanfront Massage Experience in Costa Maya Mahahual

1 hourFree Cancellation

When your cruise ship docks at the port of Casa Maya, don't waste time waiting for buses or haggling with taxis. Instead, maximize limited time on a shore excursion to the ancient Mayan city of Chacchoben. Learn more about the archaeological site with a guide as you admire relics that were only discovered in the late 20th century. Round-trip transport from the port in an air-conditioned minivan is included so you don't need to worry about getting back in time.

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Costa Maya Shore Excursion Chacchoben Day Trip

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Bacalar – 7 Colors Lagoon Excursión Costa Maya

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Snorkel with sea turtles, sting rays and an array of tropical fish species in their natural habitat during this small-group boat excursion around Costa Maya’s vibrant reefs. Your guide will join you in the water to help you spot as many species as possible and take cool underwater photos snorkeling among the fish. Choose to relax at the beach club afterwards or head straight back to your hotel.

Costa Maya, snorkeling on the reef with fish, looking for turtles

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

Costa Maya Open Bar ATV Adventure

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4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Discover the magical Bacalar Lagoon on an exclusive shore excursion for cruise passengers from Costa Maya Port. Enjoy a scenic ride to the famous “Seven Colors Lagoon”, where you’ll cruise on a pontoon boat and visit Pirates Channel, Cenote Negro, and Cenote Esmeralda. Swim in crystal-clear waters, relax, and capture stunning photos. The tour includes round-trip transportation, boat ride, certified bilingual local guide, life vests, drinks, tequila tasting, and a delicious traditional Mexican lunch by the lagoon. Schedules are adapted to your cruise with a back-to-ship guarantee, perfect for families, couples, or groups. Experience an authentic, relaxing, and worry-free adventure in one of Mexico’s most beautiful destinations.

Bacalar Lagoon 7 Colors Excursion from Costa Maya Cruise Port

Bacalar Lagoon 7 Colors Excursion from Costa Maya Cruise Port

On this half-day tour in Mahahual, enjoy round-trip transfers between the cruise port and one of the region’s best beach clubs— because no one wants to bother with the hassle of renting a car on a shore excursion. Ideal for cruise ship passengers, spend half a day lounging by the Caribbean Sea, with your choice of all-inclusive lunch options, beach chairs and umbrellas, and drinks from an open bar.

Costa Maya All-Inclusive Beach Break with Open Bar & Lunch

Discover the Magic of Bacalar – A 6-Hour Adventure You’ll Never Forget! Escape the ordinary and dive into paradise at the breathtaking Lagoon of Seven Colors, where turquoise waters meet ancient Mayan history. Sail by boat to Mexico’s deepest cenotes and marvel at the world’s only terrestrial stromatolites—living formations over 6 million years old. ️ Swim and relax in crystal-clear waters, feel the soft white sand beneath your feet, and soak up the tropical sun. Step back in time as you explore the legendary Bacalar Fort and uncover fascinating stories of Mayan culture and pirate battles. To make your day perfect, enjoy refreshing drinks (purified water, local sodas, cold beers) and a delicious Mexican dish prepared with authentic flavors. What’s Included: Professional bilingual guide and round-trip transportation 6 hours of adventure in Bacalar’s most iconic spots Boat ride, cenotes, stromatolites, and lagoon swim Drinks and authentic Mexican meal

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Bacalar the Lagoon of Seven Colors and Hidden Cenotes

Bacalar the Lagoon of Seven Colors and Hidden Cenotes

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $110

Combine two top attractions while on shore at Costa Maya. Get picked up at the cruise port and travel by air-conditioned vehicle to the historic Mayan ruins at Cacchoben, which date to 200BC. Afterwards, head to Bacalar Lagoon, also know as the Seven Colors Lagoon, with stops at Cenote Emeralda, Black Cenote and the infamous Pirates Channel. Also included are lunch, snacks, water and alcoholic beverages.

Chacchoben & Bacalar Combo Excursion Costa Maya

Chacchoben & Bacalar Combo Excursion Costa Maya

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Escape the crowds of the Costa Maya cruise port and enjoy a relaxing beach day in beautiful Mahahual. This beach club experience is designed especially for cruise travelers looking for a comfortable and stress-free day by the Caribbean Sea. After meeting our team just outside the Costa Maya cruise port, you will enjoy a short transfer to Mahahual, a charming Caribbean town located along the Mesoamerican Reef, the second largest reef system in the world. In the beach club you will have access to comfortable beds and a relaxed atmosphere facing the sea, perfect for swimming, resting and enjoying the incredible Caribbean landscape.

Costa Maya Beach Club Getaway with Transportation to Mahahual

2 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Escape the crowds and immerse yourself in nature with our exclusive day tour. Experience the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation in a cozy, authentic setting. What’s Included : Open Bar : Unlimited drinks to keep you refreshed throughout the day. Full Meal Service : Delicious local food included. Private Round-trip Transportation. Water Activities : Complimentary use of Kayaks and Snorkel gear. Stay Connected : Free Wi-Fi available on-site. Important Information: Authentic Atmosphere : Please note that our facilities are not a luxury resort. We offer a charming, eco-friendly wooden construction designed to provide a rustic and natural

Private beach, all inclusive.

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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Exclusive Open Bar Experience at Yaya Beach

Unlike other places, we offer high-quality alcohol for our open bar, truly unlimited for the entire duration of your visit. Our beach club is the most famous in Mahahual, and you won’t find a better value for quality anywhere else. Our food comes highly recommended across all review sites, with a wide variety of options, including many vegan choices. Our service is top-notch, ensuring you have the best experience possible.

Exclusive Open Bar Experience at Yaya Beach

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Mahahual Snorkeling Adventure: Turtle Encounter

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $32

The waters off Costa Maya are teeming with plenty of pelagic and resident fish, including barracuda, mahi mahi, Spanish mackerel, wahoo, tuna, and more. This private charter provides everything you need to enjoy a day of fishing off Mahahual, including fishing boat and all fishing tackle. Enjoy trolling, jigging, and even fly fishing, and spend time at a beach club afterwards, enjoying your catch.

Costa Maya Sport Fishing

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $350

Per group

Unlike standard port excursions, we offer a "Home Base" experience. You aren't just taking a 2-hour class; you are gaining access to a premier beachfront Cafe just 5 minutes from the pier. Master the secrets of the comal and traditional Al Pastor marinade with the Caribbean Sea as your backdrop. Afterward, skip the crowds and use our secure lockers and 150Mbps Wi-Fi to enjoy a stress-free day of swimming and shopping on the Mahahual boardwalk. It’s the perfect blend of cultural immersion and a relaxing beach break.

Cooking tacos on a Mexican comal with grilled pineapple.

Authentic Beachfront Mexican Cooking Class Cafe Jaguar Costa Maya

2 hoursFree Cancellation

This exclusive excursion invites you to discover the enchanting Bacalar Lagoon, renowned as the "Seven-Color Lagoon" for its mesmerizing shades of blue. During your private tour, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the tranquility of the pristine waters and lush surroundings. Our experienced guides will help you uncover the lagoon's hidden gems, ensuring you fully appreciate its natural beauty. Plus, your tour includes a delightful lunch, allowing you to relish a delicious meal amid the lagoon's serene and picturesque setting.

Bacalar Lagoon Private Catamaran Lunch and Drinks from Costa Maya

Price varies by group size

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Costa Maya Cruisers' Beach Day Pass: Food & National Open Bar

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Excursion

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3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

BACALAR Seven Color Lagoon Boat Excursion from Costa Maya

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Discover the magic of the ancient Mayan world at Chacchoben, one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in southern Quintana Roo. This unforgettable experience takes you deep into the heart of the jungle, where majestic temples and ceremonial plazas reveal the legacy of an ancient civilization. Our expert bilingual guides will share legends, secrets, and historical facts that bring the site to life, making every step feel like a journey through time. You’ll explore ancient structures, learn about Mayan culture, and enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds this sacred place. This tour includes comfortable round-trip transportation from Costa Maya, small groups for a more personalized experience, and friendly, knowledgeable staff dedicated to making your visit special. Perfect for cruise passengers, this excursion combines history, culture, and nature in a single experience. We guarantee on-time return so you can board your cruise ship in Costa Maya without worries.

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Adventure Tour from Costa Maya

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Adventure Tour from Costa Maya

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Combine a interesting visit to the Mayan ruins of Chacchoben with a delicious and relaxing lunch at the beach during your time in Costa Maya by prebooking this experience. First, your guide picks you up and takes you in a climate-controlled vehicle to the ruins, and then after exploring, head to the beach for lunch. You can choose from fajitas, burritos, and other options for lunch, as well as choose an alcoholic beverage, too.

Costa Maya Chacchoben Mayan Ruins & Mexican Lunch at the Beach

The Pitaya Costa Maya Day Pass offers a perfect getaway with unlimited drinks and a range of activities. Enjoy a lounge bed in the shade, indulge in a 50-minute massage, and savor delicious tacos while soaking up the sun. Take part in a 1.5 hours snorkeling tour by boat with free underwater photos or explore the waters with kayaking. This package is ideal for families, couples, and friends looking for relaxation and adventure in a tropical paradise, ensuring a memorable day at the beach.

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Costa Maya - Pitaya Beach Open Bar, Snorkeling, Massage and Lunch

Costa Maya - Pitaya Beach Open Bar, Snorkeling, Massage and Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $130

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What are people saying about Costa Maya

Bacalar Lagoon 7 Colors Excursion from Costa Maya Cruise Port

Meg_S, Sep 2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful Lagoon and Such a Fun Experience!

We had such a fun day on the Bacalar Lagoon 7 Colors excursion! Our guide picked us up near the cruise port, and after about an hour drive, we arrived at the lagoon and boarded a boat. The water in Bacalar was absolutely beautiful. We visited three different cenotes by boat, and it was really interesting to see how each one had its own unique characteristics. We also stopped in shallow areas where we could get out of the boat, swim, and just hang out in the gorgeous water. One of my favorite parts was something our guide did for us on the way there. We stopped in Pineapple Town, where he bought us a fresh honey pineapple. Later, while we were swimming, our boat driver cut it up and served it to us right there in the water! It was one of the most delicious pineapples I've ever had. I'm definitely going to be looking for honey pineapples when we get home! After the boat ride, we had lunch beside another cenote. Lunch included three tacos each. I had the fish tacos and my husband had the chicken, and they were both delicious. Between the beautiful lagoon, the cenotes, swimming, fresh pineapple in the water, and delicious lunch, this was such a fun and memorable experience. We really enjoyed our day and would definitely recommend this excursion to anyone visiting Costa Maya! 🌴🍍💦

Authentic Beachfront Mexican Cooking Class Cafe Jaguar Costa Maya

Stephanie_A, Sep 2026

Cafe Jaguar is nestled...

Cafe Jaguar is nestled along a line of shops with quick access to the water. The class was informative and the staff was friendly. The pico de gallo, guacamole, and al pastor tacos were flavorful. It’s a hands on experience, right down to cooking your own tortillas on the comal. If you’re looking for a unique experience to do in Costa Maya, this is it.

Chacchoben & Bacalar Combo Excursion Costa Maya

Lance_R, Sep 2026

Go private on the Chaco Mayan tour and see Bacalar Lagoon

Chac Chi did a wonderful job of providing myself and three other cruisers a wonderful excursion. They showed real flexibility in making adjustments along the way when things they couldn’t control interfered with the planned agenda. Their knowledge of the Mayan Culture and Temples was excellent and their willingness to go the extra mile in many small ways made the day memorable.

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya

Hubert_S, Sep 2026

Nice Tour For under 5 Hours.

I enjoy the big confortable buses and I like the certain stops it was made along the way such as a stop for Fruits. I like the organized itinerary and the amount of complementary beverages that were provided such as water throughout the trip and soda only at check in. It was definitely worth it to be able to spend a couple of hours away from the cruise.

Costa Maya, snorkeling on the reef with fish, looking for turtles

Jessica_M, Aug 2026

The business was a little...

The business was a little hard to find but after that we had a great time!! Everyone was super friendly and helpful with our family. Water was a little choppy that day but they let us hang out for about 30 minutes to gauge the weather and even gave my daughter a delicious taco! Ended up just being the 3 of us on the boat so we basically got a private snorkeling adventure. Perfect way for my 7 year old to try snorkeling for the first time. Great value!! We had a wonderful time!!

Costa Maya - Pitaya Beach Open Bar, Snorkeling, Massage and Lunch

Sydney_B, Aug 2026

Love Pitaya

It was the perfect day thanks to Pitaya! We walked into the cutest beachy hut, and it was super easy to check in, the staff was freiendlt and fast with everything. There was nice and clean chairs right in-front of the beach, the water was crystal clear. Snorkeling was a great experience and felt super safe, we even saw a sea turtle! Massage was great, right next to the chairs, and you just let them know when you are ready. Food and drinks were delicious and super fast with servuce! Will be doing Pitaya again for sure!

Costa Maya Shore Excursion Chacchoben Day Trip

Alison_S, Aug 2026

We had an amazing day on...

We had an amazing day on the tour with Octavio. He was very knowledgeable, fun, and friendly and he and the driver made the experience unforgettable overall. There was plenty of water provided and pick up and drop off were smooth. Octavio shared so much history of the Mayan culture with us and was an extraordinary guide through the ruins, making this a fantastic excursion!!

Bacalar – 7 Colors Lagoon Excursión Costa Maya

Derek_J, Aug 2026

The experience was...

The experience was fantastic. The only negative would be the drive there as it accounts for about 40% of the total time. However, the driver made exceptional time both there and back. The guide Jerry (Gerry?) Did a fantastic job ensuring everyone was taken care of. The trip was full but did not feel oversold which kept everything comfortable. We will absolutely use them the next time we are in Costa Maya. The fresh water lagoon is infinitely better than the salty sea.

Chacchoben Mayan Ruins with Local Experience Costa Maya Excursion

Timothy_R, Aug 2026

A very good experience with an unexpected trip to Bacalar.

When we originally signed up for this, we only signed up for the Mayan ruins, but I guess because of the makeup of the rest of the group, we were told we were going to Bacalar with no additional charge. Bacalar ended up being the highlight of the trip. It's a pretty good bus ride from Costa Maya to the ruins and to Bacalar. Probably an hour over not so decent roads. Not terrible, but certainly not what you expect in America. There is some nice scenery and a lot of swampland in that area, which you will see in abundance. Got to the ruins. The guide was able to show us around and tell us some nice things about the Mayan culture and the Mayan ruins. And we were able to climb up onto some of the ruins and experience a close-up view. I will warn you that the climb up is not for the faint at heart. And there's no handrails or any kind of rope to hold on to. Boy, it would be great to have something like that. So if you fall, you're going to roll down the hill potentially quite a ways. I was daring enough to do it, but my wife stayed on the ground. Sure would be nice if they just installed some simple handrails or even a heavy rope that you could grab and hold onto while you pulled yourself up onto the ruins. Once we left the ruins, we took about an hour drive to Bacalar, which is a totally spring-fed lake from Cenotes, and the water is amazing and clear. We were put on a boat and showed the cenotes and then taken out to an area where the water is shallow and warm. Water was about waist deep on an average size male. And we were given probably an hour just to climb off the boat, get in the water, hang out, drink some drinks in the water, and just enjoy the moment. This was the best part of the trip, probably, unless you like the Mayan ruins. I was very impressed at how long the trip lasted. It actually left early right after the boat docked and we didn't get back until about half an hour before the boat boarded. And so it was a very full day and was a lot of fun. After the two-hour boat trip around Bacalar, we were taken to a small family-owned restaurant for a good lunch period. Not great, but certainly decent, which was included, and then embarked on the long drive back to Costa Maya and the cruise boat. I suggest that you buy and take with you a $20 portable fan on Amazon and carry it with you everywhere in Mexico. A lot of these vehicles are barely air conditioned and it would be a great benefit to have a nice little handheld portable fan to blow on your face. 20 bucks, very well spent. Other than that small complaint, the trip was fantastic. The crew gave us beer and tequila. And so we had a very relaxing and enjoyable time. It was about $120 a person and well worth the price. Okay.

All Inclusive VIP Beach Break Pass at Nacional Beach Club

Tyler_R, Aug 2026

100/00! Love this place!

Such a beautiful place! 🤍 We love that the water is shallow enough for the kids to walk across, while there are still a few deeper spots where we can swim and enjoy the water too. The food and drinks are amazing, but the STAFF is truly the best! 🥰 Safe to say, we absolutely love this place—we’ve already been here 3 times in the past couple of months, and we’ll definitely be back!