Pyramids Archaeological Site HT

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Huatulco, Mexico

3 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9

· Amanda_M ·

Dec 2025

Wear light clothing ( long pants if you want avoid the bugs and prickly plants.) there is a small-ish hike uphill. Not only were they on time, Alberto, our guide was knowledgeable and had great energy. Expect about 3 hours for round trip. Air conditioned vehicle and water provided (beer do the grown ups.) highly recommend!

· ChiuLing_C ·

Dec 2025

The trip was awesome and we learned so much about the Zapotecs and the wisdom of the mesoamerican. And our tour guide Alberto is so knowledgeable and shared everything he knows with us. His little bag is full of different teaching materials and whatever questions you have, he has the answer and tool to show you.

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Overview

Mexico is home to many fantastic archeological sites, but only two are located on the water. One is Tulum, with its fortress on the Caribbean Sea; the other is on the Pacific Ocean here in Huatulco. Explore the ruins with a local guide who shares history and local insight about the site and region. You’ll also be rewarded with views of the Pacific Ocean from certain positions within the grounds.

Half-day tour of Parque Eco-Arqueologico de Bocana Copalita
Local guide/driver
Small groups—maximum of 8 travelers
Hotel pickup and drop-off included

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Enough drinks
Entrence fee , wrist band.

Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

HOUSE, VILLAS, AIRBNB

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Parque Eco-Arqueologico de Bocana Copalita

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.9

based on 41 reviews

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Fascinating learning opportunity in a beautiful setting

Arno_B, Mar 2026

We thoroughly enjoyed this experience! As it turned out we were the only two registrants that day so Alberto gave us a private tour. It was fascinating to learn about all the ancient cultures that lived in the area and left behind such interesting and impressive structures. Alberto was extremely knowledgeable regarding both the archaeology and biodiversity of the Copalita park. Apart from everything we learned, it was also a beautiful and scenic hike (moderate exertion). Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Hello from paradise. Thank you for your comment. The archaeology tour is a favorite; we're happy you enjoyed it and learned so much.

Lessons on Oaxaca

Elizabeth_R, Feb 2026

We got a thorough education on the history of the area (what is known) and the plants and animals, native and introduced. Alberto was knowledgeable and passionate about the archeological and biological features of the area. The ruins had not all been recovered so the site is work in progress. It was obvious that this was a significant and substantial site. We walked to a cliff area where we could see over the beaches and saw some distant whales. Also so numerous birds , coatis, squirrels and a lizard. Our tour ran long as Alberto took the time to enthusiastically answer every question. The cold beer or water at the end was a treat!!

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hello from paradise. Thank you so much for your feedback on this tour; we're delighted you enjoyed the experience.

Great tour and super guide.

Martin_L, Feb 2026

Alberto was a wonderful guide and provided lots of information regarding the ruins and local area. We highly recommend this tour

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Hello from paradise. Thanks for your comment. Alberto is an expert on this tour. We hope to see you soon on another tour.

Great tour, highly recommend

Karen_L, Jan 2026

This was a great tour in a beautiful location. We met Alberto right at the end of the pier and set off on our journey. There were 10 passengers in a comfortable, air conditioned van. Alberto discussed history on the way to the park and encouraged all our questions. We thoroughly enjoyed the morning and the view at the end was spectacular. Be advised that to get to the view over the ocean, it was a half mile up an incline including about 40 steps. Those who could not do that were about to wait at the bottom of the incline. The park was very beautiful and the ruins interesting. We learned alot. Alberto was so detailed in explaining history, culture and fauna that we ran slightly over. The beer at the end was very welcome.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hello from paradise! Thank you so much for your comments, we hope to see you soon.

More than architecture

Leigh_B, Jan 2026

It is worth the time to learn about the history, architecture, plant life and people's of Huatulco. The views of the beach below are outstanding. Alberto is very knowledgeable about this region. He makes an enjoyable experience for all who attend. There is some walking and stairs, this is not for the sedentary.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Hello from paradise Thank you so much for your comment.

A must visit tour

ChiuLing_C, Dec 2025

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Hello from paradise. Thank you so much for your comment, I hope to see you again. Happy New Year!

Amazing. Just Amazing!

Amanda_M, Dec 2025

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Hello from paradise. Thank you so much for your comment. Thank you for reading us.

Interesting tour with a beautiful view at the end.

Krista_M, Dec 2025

It was very interesting and the guide was knowledgeable and personable. Perhaps wear long pants and bring bug spray.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Hello from paradise. Thank you so much for your comment.

Archeological Tour of Copalita

Patricia_Z, Dec 2025

We had a great experience on the Copalita archaeological tour in Huatulco. My husband especially really enjoyed it. The site itself is beautiful and full of history, and our guide was extremely knowledgeable—not just about the ruins, but also about the local birds, lizards, wildlife, and the broader history of the area. We learned a lot and never felt rushed during the tour. The only downside was during the booking process. We felt some pressure to change our chosen day to make it more convenient for the company, which was a bit off-putting. Once the tour began, however, everything ran smoothly and was very enjoyable. Overall, we would still recommend this tour, especially for anyone interested in archaeology, nature, and local history.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Hello from Paradise Thank You for your review. The politics of our company is full satisfaction in any thing we offer , actually you are right we try to move the day of the tour , this is the busiest time of the year ; and wanted your kid to enjoy as much as any adult interested in archeology without being mixed with more adults than mam and dad and We accomplished the goal delivering the tour the time you wanted and getting another guide with 5 five adults separately from You Thank You for your preference.

Excellent tour!

Dex_H, Dec 2025

This is easily the best tour I’ve been on while vacationing! I’m quite certain this is due to the extremely knowledgeable and passionate tour guide we had (Alberto). Visiting this site without guidance would probably result in a nice 20 minute walk through the woods but you would miss all of the details about the site that are not obvious. He walked us through the regional geography, topography and biodiversity that influenced much of the archeological site’s construction and also some later decisions relating to the archeological restoration and uncovering. Highly recommend for anyone fascinated with history and archaeology. 10/10.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

ello from paradise. Thank you so much for your comment; this is definitely a very popular tour on Homietours. Thank you for choosing us to give you this tour.

Awesome!

Jeff_C, Nov 2025

Our guide, Alberto, had a ton of positive energy, a ton of knowledge, and a ton of skill explaining what we were looking at and helping us see the relationships between those things. His knowledge of Capolita was deep, but no less than than the history, and natural history, connections between Capolita and other Mesoamerican sites, flora and fauna. Plus his English is great. Plus his family is from the region. Highly recommended.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Hello from paradise. Thank you so much for your comments. We're happy you enjoyed it and learned something; we learn a lot from you too.

thank you!!!!!

Ramona_W, Nov 2025

Huatulco was nice, not your typical overrun tourist town. It was very hot and humid the day we visited, which made it hard to concentrate. However Alberto and Mateo were so good I would totally come back for more tours with them. They are so passionate about their craft and the resource. They are personable and knowledgeable. I came on a cruise ship but am glad I booked this tour instead of a shore excursion. Most tour guides simply have a job and you will get ao much more out of a Homie Tours outing.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Hello from paradise. Thank you so much for taking the time to write. We hope to see you again.

Fantastic!

J_B, Oct 2025

Loved this trip - fantastic guide who took us around the copalita site. Glad I got this instead of the princess cruise one, same place but our guide was a professor and was more in depth plus took us to places the others didn’t get to. Shh! Defo recommended

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Hello from paradise. Thank you for choosing our tour. We hope to see you again in the future. As I always told you at the beginning of the tour, this is a tour where everyone learns.

Informational and educational

Michael_M, Apr 2025

Beautiful area. By the ocean, pyramids and historical. Alberto, our guide knows his stuff. He answered all questions. You can tell he loves his country and Hualtuco. This excursion is worth the money. We had 9 in our group and the only ones at the site. This was to be a 3 1/2 excursions but we were fortunate to have 5 1/2 hours. There is shady areas and sunny. The views by the ocean was wonderful. Learned so much.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Thank you so much for your comment, we're glad you learned and enjoyed this tour.

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Julie_T, Feb 2025

It was well conducted and interesting. Alberto was very knowledable and spoke excellent English. 000

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Hello from paradise. Thank you very much for your comment. We hope to see you back soon.

Our guide was an expert...

Julie_G, Mar 2022

Our guide was an expert on the subject, he brought history to life and answered every question and knew all about the local flora and fauna. It was well worth the money if you are interested in the pyramids of Mexico

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Hello from paradise. Thank you for your words, we are very happy for your comment and rating.

Learned A lot

Diana_V, Jun 2021

Guide was the best. He was very informative brought umbrellas even bought us pinapple from a stand. Nice tour.

Response from Host, Jul 2021

Hello from paradise Thank you very much for your comment, we like to know that you are happy.

Must see!

Teresa_P, Mar 2020

Alberto was a wealth of knowledge, fun and you could tell how proud he was of his country and his job! We learned so much and had a wonderful time. Everyone that goes to Hualtco should go on chis tour

Response from Host, Apr 2020

Thank you very much for your comment, I am filled with joy to know that you are satisfied with our tour.

Fantastic Tour

Victoria_F, Feb 2020

Excellent! Alberto ( a biologist) was wonderful on telling us so much information of the history of Huatalco. I would recommend this tour. It is well worth it!

Response from Host, Feb 2020

Hello from paradise I can't say much but, thank you very much for taking some of you precious time , to give a review which hopefully orient other visitors coming this way. So long.

GREAT Tour

Bonnie_L, Jan 2020

This was a terrific tour. We only had 8 people so we got much more close up information than the huge tour buses that pulled up after we had arrived!! The visit to the archaeological sight was very informative. Our guide, Enrique Rosario was very knowledgable and gave us all kinds of information and background and history. The tour was excellent, and we were offered water or beer on the ride in our air conditioned van. After the tour we took a quick side trip to the main church in town and a weaving shop where we learned how they dye the materials to make rugs, table cloths, etc. We then had the afternoon to have a relaxing lunch before re-boarding the ship. Highly recommend the tour and our guide!!

Response from Host, Jan 2020

Hello from paradise : The 5 members, co-workers of this tiny company are committed to offer our best , and trying hard to surpass the average quality around; thank you for recognizing that on our work. And thank you for choosing us to guide you around. Have a good 2020.