Chacchoben Mayan Ruins & Bacalar Lagoon with Certified Guide
- 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
- Learn about Mexican history and culture
- Kayaking equipment is provided at the lagoon
- A delicious fajita lunch on the lagoon is included
- Hassle-free transfers from the Costa Maya dock
What's Included
- Roundtrip transportation from Costa Maya in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Certified Tour Guide
- Guided tour of Chacchoben Mayan Ruins
- Entrance fees to Chacchoben Archaeological Site
- Access to Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon
- Lagoon amenities — loungers, umbrellas, WiFi & facilities
- Kayaks, tubes & life vests
- Lunch by the lagoon — Mexican tacos with chips & salsa
- Refreshing drinks — iced tea, hibiscus tea & traditional horchata
- Two alcoholic drinks for guests 21+ — beer or select tropical cocktails
- Bottled water
- $5.00 USD copyright fee for the use of cameras at Chacchoben. This is paid directly at the site.
- Souvenirs
- Alcoholic BeveragesPremium alcoholic beverages & additional cocktails
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Plaza Las fuentesAl lado de costa maya cruises, Av. P.º del Puerto Lote Othónl, Casitas, 77976 Mahahual, Q.R., Mexico
Your tour departs one hour after your cruise arrives at Costa Maya Port. Meet at Plaza Las Fuentes, just outside the port area. Allow 15 minutes to walk from your ship. Provide your full cruise ship name when booking. Detailed directions and a map will follow confirmation.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Arranged start time
- 09-25-2026 - 09-25-2026
Friday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 09-26-2026 - 09-26-2026
Saturday : 07:00 - 20:00
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Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 09-28-2026 - 09-28-2026
Monday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 09-29-2026 - 09-29-2026
Tuesday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 09-30-2026 - 09-30-2026
Wednesday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-01-2026 - 10-01-2026
Thursday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-02-2026 - 10-02-2026
Friday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-03-2026 - 10-03-2026
Saturday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-04-2026 - 10-04-2026
Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-05-2026 - 10-05-2026
Monday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-06-2026 - 10-06-2026
Tuesday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-07-2026 - 10-07-2026
Wednesday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-08-2026 - 10-08-2026
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- 10-09-2026 - 10-09-2026
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- 10-10-2026 - 10-10-2026
Saturday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-11-2026 - 10-11-2026
Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-12-2026 - 10-12-2026
Monday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-13-2026 - 10-13-2026
Tuesday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-14-2026 - 10-14-2026
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- 10-15-2026 - 10-15-2026
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- 10-16-2026 - 10-16-2026
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- 10-17-2026 - 10-17-2026
Saturday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-18-2026 - 10-18-2026
Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-19-2026 - 10-19-2026
Monday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-20-2026 - 10-20-2026
Tuesday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-21-2026 - 10-21-2026
Wednesday : 07:00 - 20:00
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Thursday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-23-2026 - 10-23-2026
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- 10-24-2026 - 10-24-2026
Saturday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-25-2026 - 10-25-2026
Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-26-2026 - 10-26-2026
Monday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-27-2026 - 10-28-2026
Tuesday - Wednesday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-29-2026 - 10-29-2026
Thursday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-30-2026 - 10-30-2026
Friday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 10-31-2026 - 10-31-2026
Saturday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-01-2026 - 11-01-2026
Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-02-2026 - 11-03-2026
Monday - Tuesday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-04-2026 - 11-04-2026
Wednesday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-05-2026 - 11-05-2026
Thursday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-06-2026 - 11-06-2026
Friday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-07-2026 - 11-07-2026
Saturday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-08-2026 - 11-08-2026
Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-09-2026 - 11-09-2026
Monday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-10-2026 - 11-10-2026
Tuesday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-11-2026 - 11-11-2026
Wednesday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-12-2026 - 11-12-2026
Thursday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-13-2026 - 11-13-2026
Friday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-14-2026 - 11-14-2026
Saturday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-15-2026 - 11-15-2026
Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 11-16-2026 - 12-20-2026
Monday - Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 12-21-2026 - 12-21-2026
Monday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 12-22-2026 - 03-14-2027
Monday - Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 03-15-2027 - 03-20-2027
Monday - Saturday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 03-21-2027 - 03-21-2027
Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 03-22-2027 - 06-20-2027
Monday - Sunday : 07:00 - 20:00
- 06-21-2027 - 06-25-2027
Monday - Friday : 07:00 - 20:00
Itinerary
Zona Arqueologica De Chacchoben
2 hours 25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Lake Bacalar
3 hours 5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- 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
- Temple Access: For preservation purposes, climbing the temples is not permitted.
- Children: The historical portion of the tour is best appreciated by children ages 6 and older. Younger children are welcome.
- Water Activities: Life vests are mandatory for water activities and are provided. Civil Protection may restrict kayaking or other water activities due to wind, lightning or unsafe weather conditions.
- Lagoon Conditions: Water clarity, color and other natural conditions at Bacalar may vary depending on weather and environmental conditions.
- Alcohol: Alcoholic beverages are served only to guests ages 21 and older. The tour includes two select alcoholic drinks; premium and additional alcoholic beverages are available at an extra cost.
- Dietary Requirements: Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available upon request. Please provide dietary requirements in advance.
- Weather: This tour operates rain or shine. Please check the forecast and dress appropriately for the day’s weather.
- What to Bring: Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a swimsuit, personal towel, change of clothes, hat and biodegradable sunscreen. We recommend carrying some cash for souvenirs and personal expenses.
- Cameras: A fee of approximately $5 USD applies to dedicated video cameras and GoPros and is paid directly at Chacchoben. Tripods and drones are prohibited inside the archaeological zone.
- Wildlife: Wildlife sightings, including spider monkeys and tropical birds, cannot be guaranteed.
- Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
- Single kayaks have a maximum weight of 220 lbs; double kayaks have a maximum combined weight of 270 lbs. Children under 10 may kayak when accompanied by a supervising adult and cannot paddle a single kayak alone.
- Guests should be comfortable walking along outdoor trails with occasional rocks, roots and uneven terrain at Chacchoben.
- Transportation vehicles can accommodate foldable/collapsible wheelchairs only. Non-folding wheelchairs cannot be accommodated. Please note that the lagoon portion is not wheelchair accessible due to its natural access points.
- For safety reasons, kayaking is not permitted for pregnant guests. Guests may still enjoy the other lagoon activities.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
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