Chacchoben Mayan Ruins from Costa Maya
Description
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins is the most popular and visited attraction for a day in Costa Maya. It is approximately an hour drive from Costa Maya Port. This site is just a few kilometers from the village of Chacchoben from which it's name derive. The translation of the Mayan word "Chacchoben" refers to "The Place Of The Red Corn". The structures at this site are characterized by large temples and massive platforms dated from 700 AD.
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Your guide you will take you back to the once prominent prehistoric Mayan civilization, relive their culture, traditions and beliefs as he shares his vast knowledge of this great Archeological Site. Explore the rich flora and fauna of the lush jungle surrounding these magnificent temples.
A tu regreso del maravilloso lugar de Chacchoben tienes la disponibilidad de poder, disfrutar, conocer y relajarte en la paradisíaca playa de nuestro pequeño pueblo llamado "Mahahual". Este lugar que cobra vida cuando los cruceros arriban al puerto Costa Maya. Mahahual es de los mejores destinos de todo el Caribe Mexicano para practicar snorkel y buceo, ya que frente a sus costas se encuentra el arrecife Mesoamericano, que es la segunda barrera de coral mas larga del mundo. Las playas de Mahahual son de las mas extensas en el Caribe Mexicano, con interminables kilómetros de blanca arena, palmeras y un mar de tono azul turquesa con oleaje casi imperceptible por el arrecife llamado "banco chinchorro" que actúa como rompeolas. Sus aguas cálidas, son una invitación a pasearse todo el día nadando, recorrer el boulevard que esta lleno de tiendas para comprar souvenirs o simplemente relajarte y disfrutar los masajes frente al mar y probar los auténticos platillos de la gastronomía mexicana.
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- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear. Consider bringing along sunblock and insect repellent.
- no hay acceso para scotters
Reviews(1,565)
This was our last day of excursion and we were tired but we still enjoyed. The bus is properly air conditioned and a nice ride. Walking the ruins was very shaded-hot but at least not direct sun. Interesting to learn about Mayans-past and present-and see the temple ruins in person. Be prepared-ruins site is CASH only for souvenirs and food. Guides are local and very knowledgeable. No concern getting back to the boat on time.
The ruins at Chacchoben were amazing! The park is kept very clean and staffed well. Did not have AC at the shops there but the deep shade worked well enough. We applied bug spray but didn’t end up seeing any mosquitoes. There were some monkeys playing in the trees, and we saw some other mammal creatures on the forest floor. They let us climb the stairs. The ride out was about 40 minutes in a conditioned bus. We even were able to stop and get fresh fruit on the roadside. Come to Mexico and share in the love of history! Thanks to Friné for sharing her knowledge!
The excursion was great. The tour guide was really informative and we saw monkeys playing in the trees. It was tough navigating through the port to the taxis, but we were able to make it to the pick up location by asking a couple vendors how to get outside the port. From there everything went smoothly. There is one pretty big climb on at the ruins. You could skip it but it was worth the climb to see the last two pyramids.
It was an awesome place to visit. Learned a lot of interesting things. My family enjoyed it too. Would recommend.
We needed to walk out of the port to find the office. It’s a little bit of walk but not too bad. It’s a reputable tour company in that area. Our tour guide Gabriella was wonderful. She talked a lot about the region, culture and Mayan traditions. I wish we had little more time at the site but overall it was a great tour and happy I booked it.
A worthy trip for anyone interested in the local Mayan history. Excellent guide (Joel) and driver (Aquino) from Native Choice.
Stopped in Costa Maya for a cruise and really wanted to see the Mayan ruins. Cruise prices are ridiculously expensive and, through a little searching, found Toucan Tours. We decided to go and purchased the tickets 2 days before. Once we got to the port, we quickly found their pavilion (watched a YouTube video with someone walking there, so easily found the pyramid and walked across the street). Check in was very easy, there are restrooms to use before the tour. We were offered free cold water or soda while waiting to leave. We were on a large bus to the ruins and our tour guide, Carlos, was phenomenal. We got cold bottles of water, several times, and didn't feel cheated out of money in any way (overheard a tour guide for another company telling his group there was a charge for taking photos at the ruins, which was not true). Carlos was amazing while at the ruins, too, and gave us quite a bit of history and several minutes at each of the ruins before moving on. He had to stay for another group and did not come back with us, but kindly offered to take a photo of us before we left. On the way back our driver, Luis, stopped at a roadside fruit stand and the entire bus got to choose if they wanted to buy fruit (Carlos took our "orders" before the ruins so the order was ready when we were coming back). We got mango and pineapple and paid $5, and it was SO good (our bus was full with 42 people and the stop took less than 10 minutes, with getting our fruit and finishing, and the woman also collected the trash if we were done before we left). Luis made a stop to drop off those who chose to go back to the ship at the port and the rest of us chose to go to the beach. Luis drove us there and told us to meet back at the bus at 2:30 so we'd be back at the port with plenty of time until departure. Family and I chose to walk to a local restaurant and did not go to the beach. We also chose to walk back to the port after, so we did not meet back at the bus. We have agreed if we go back to Costa Maya, we will 100% book another tour with Toucan Tours. Cheaper prices and felt more personal. Carlos and Luis were amazing!! #Carlos'Group
Little on the short side, but you would hate to miss your boat Over all it was a worthwhile experience The direction on where to meet was a bit confusing....even asking the locals Forget the red golf carts....thata misleading Walk out of the port, out past security to the roundabout with the temple in the middle and go to that tour desk, that's where you check in at..
We had a great trip with Gabriella and Daniel today! The crew was very helpful and communicative prior to the tour, when we arrived and all the way through! The temples were amazing and we even had time to stop for fresh fruit on the way home! Thank you for taking care of our family!!!
Carlos was bursting with knowledge, eager to dispel the myths about Mayan culture. He was an incredible tour guide who brought history to life. Luis was an excellent driver, always ensuring the van's A/C was on to keep us cool after exploring the beach and ruins. Alma was so kind and caring, making sure everyone stayed together with the group and nobody got lost. It was an unforgettable adventure filled with amazing guides and unforgettable moments.
