The Temple of the Mayan Sun — Private Tour to the Ruins of Kohunlich

Bacalar, Mexico

4 to 7 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup from your accommodation — we arrive to you, no meeting points
We wait for you — no rush, we will take you back to your accommodation
Certified native English guide to the ruins
Professional local driver — Spanish speaking
Tickets included — no surprise fees at the ticket office
Fresh seasonal fruit — locally sourced
Soft drinks and bottled water in icebox
Permission for video filming for a device

Tips for your guide and driver — appreciated but never mandatory
Personal expenses

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Start time
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Kohunlich

5 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Zona Arqueologica de Dzibanche - Kinichna

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Most travelers can participate
70% of the site's walking area is accessible to wheelchairs or strollers. But they could only look at the pre-Hispanic monuments from the base.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

5.0

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fabulous experience

Mauro_F, Jun 2023

a great experience with Gerardo, my personal guide and driver. The site is fantastic because it provides for a different perspective on the daily Maya settlement life outside the large (and ceremonial) cities like Chichén-Itza or Tulum, yet different from the experience in Coba. The temple of the Sun God is majestic with the "mascarones" made in solid color stucco (I was not expecting that...). Gerardo has been exceptional in presenting the site including showing Mayan areas not included in the perimeter of the archeological field, like the artificial Mayan ponds, and in answering the several ethnographic questions I had. I cannot more positive in endorsing this private tour for everyone interested in Maya history and archeology.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

"Thank you so much for your detailed and thoughtful review! 🏛️✨ We are thrilled to hear that Gerardo provided the deep, ethnographic perspective you were looking for. Kohunlich is indeed a 'hidden giant,' and as you mentioned, the Temple of the Sun God and its preserved stucco masks offer a unique window into Mayan life that differs greatly from the more crowded ceremonial sites. At our agency, we pride ourselves on going beyond the standard path. We’re glad Gerardo was able to show you those 'hidden' areas, like the artificial ponds, to complete your understanding of this ancient settlement. Your endorsement means the world to us and to our native professional guides. Thank you for choosing us to explore the true heart of the Mayan world!

Excelente opcion para apasionados de la cultura

Elsy_N, Mar 2025

Es un servicio de muy buena calidad, nuestro guía Raymundo es muy profesional lleno de mucho conocimiento y con la apertura en explicarnos todos los temas de interes, 10/10!!!

Response from Host, Jan 2026

"¡Muchas gracias por tu reseña y por esa calificación de 10/10! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nos alegra mucho saber que la experiencia con Raymundo fue de tu agrado. Para nosotros es fundamental que nuestros guías nativos profesionales no solo transmitan datos, sino que tengan esa apertura y conocimiento profundo para resolver todas las dudas de nuestros visitantes. Fue un placer acompañarlos en este descubrimiento de Kohunlich. ¡Esperamos verlos pronto para una nueva aventura en la selva! — El equipo de ABCTours

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