CHACCHOBEN Ruins and BACALAR Lagoon Boat Excursion from Costa Maya
Overview
Embark on a journey of exploration at the awe-inspiring ancient city of Chacchoben and discover the captivating views of the Bacalar Lagoon, the most spectacular lagoon in Mexico.
Inclusions
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Alcoholic Beverages - Beer and tequila available during the boat tour
- Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Transportation
- Insurance
- Entry/Admission - Papitos Bacalar: Marina, Cabañas & Restaurant.
- Entry/Admission - Chacchoben Mayan Ruin
- Entry/Admission - Lake Bacalar
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Chacchoben Mayan Ruin, Q.ROO / Ramal a Chacchoben, Chacchoben 77926 Mexico
Uncover the mysteries of the ancient mayans as you walk through the buildings and structures of Chacchoben. Weave through the winding, natural paths and experience the grandeur of this exciting archaeological site.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Lake Bacalar, Bacalar Mexico
We’ll cruise out in our pontoon boat for relaxation and pampering by our attentive crew as you take in captivating views of Bacalar that will leave you breathless, where you will have the opportunity to splash in the clear waters of this stunning lagoon. As soon as we start our adventure in the lagoon you’ll be amazed by the different shades of blue and understand why is frequently referred as the 7 color lagoon. During the tour our crew will prepare a delicious and healthy fruit snack that will be perfect for the occasion.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Papitos Bacalar: Marina, Cabañas & Restaurant., Av. Costero Bacalar Sur. Esquina 16, Centro, 77930 Bacalar, Q.R., Mexico
After we are done with our boat tour we will take you to our favorite restaurant to enjoy some delicious and authentic mexican tacos (pork, beef or shrimp) served along guacamole. (We have vegetarian and vegan options upon request).
Duration: 45 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Chacchoben Mayan Ruin, Q.ROO / Ramal a Chacchoben, Chacchoben 77926 Mexico
Uncover the mysteries of the ancient mayans as you walk through the buildings and structures of Chacchoben. Weave through the winding, natural paths and experience the grandeur of this exciting archaeological site.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Lake Bacalar, Bacalar Mexico
We’ll cruise out in our pontoon boat for relaxation and pampering by our attentive crew as you take in captivating views of Bacalar that will leave you breathless, where you will have the opportunity to splash in the clear waters of this stunning lagoon. As soon as we start our adventure in the lagoon you’ll be amazed by the different shades of blue and understand why is frequently referred as the 7 color lagoon. During the tour our crew will prepare a delicious and healthy fruit snack that will be perfect for the occasion.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Papitos Bacalar: Marina, Cabañas & Restaurant., Av. Costero Bacalar Sur. Esquina 16, Centro, 77930 Bacalar, Q.R., Mexico
After we are done with our boat tour we will take you to our favorite restaurant to enjoy some delicious and authentic mexican tacos (pork, beef or shrimp) served along guacamole. (We have vegetarian and vegan options upon request).
Duration: 45 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
camwhee2000
April 2022
Just got off our cruise to Puerta Maya on the Oasis of the Seas and as avid cruisers this was the best excursion we’ve ever done! You get off your ship as soon as it docks and meet them outside of the port where they will be waiting with a sign with your name on it. We met our guide Luis as wel...
Just got off our cruise to Puerta Maya on the Oasis of the Seas and as avid cruisers this was the best excursion we’ve ever done! You get off your ship as soon as it docks and meet them outside of the port where they will be waiting with a sign with your name on it. We met our guide Luis as well as Johana and Sabes who would help us with snacks and pictures all day. In our case, we hopped in a taxi with our guide Luis that we rode in all day because we were their only tour. That means it was a private tour which we were not expecting! The drive to Chacchoben was about 45 minutes from the port and on the way Luis told us some things about Mexico’s geography and what we were seeing. We were at the Chacchoben ruins for about an hour and Luis was awesome. He is actually of Mayan descent so he was so full of knowledge and excited to tell us all about the ruins and Mayan culture. His dad was actually on the team that helped refurbish them in the 70s! He also made it clear that during an equinox is the best time to go because the sun lines up with the ruins and you get to appreciate them to their full potential! (Definitely wear bug spray!) We then hit the road over to Bacalar which was just over an hour drive. We arrived at a dock and got on a pontoon boat which is the BEST way to see the lagoon (which other similar tours on trip advisor do not do in combination with the ruins). On the boat Johana brought fresh fruit and chips and their was a cooler of beers, sodas, water, and tequila!! Jabes made us a really tasty drink with tequila and grapefruit Fresca ;) We cruised the lagoon while they blasted music and got to go out for a swim at two different stops. We had so much fun! (Definitely wear sunscreen!) Finished up just a drive down the road at El Taco Loco. I ordered fish and my boyfriend ordered shrimp and we shared. They have like 7 different ways to make each kind of taco but we aren’t picky so we told our waitress to make them however she recommended! It worked out cause they were DELICIOUS! We hopped back in the car when we were done and headed back to the port. Couldn’t tell you how long the drive was cause we definitely slept the whole way back! I spent hours looking for a Chacchoben Ruins and Bacalar Lagoon tour on Trip Advisor. After chatting with Sara on Trip Advisor, another reviewer of the same tour we did (find her review below), my expectations were very high and they were certainly exceeded! Here’s some pictures that Johana helped take all day. I have to emphasize how kind and gracious everyone from eco experiences was. If you book directly through the Eco Experience website you get a really great deal! If your dates aren’t showing up definitely give them a call they were so helpful on the phone before booking as well. They were super easy to chat with through WhatsApp the day before while on our boat when we had questions and confirmed we were still coming. They also will give you a full refund for should your boat happen to not dock or you must cancel. They truly went above and beyond and deserve more recognition and business and I’m happy to recommend them to all of you!amandavhadd
March 2023
A group of 12 of us (3 families) took the combo tour of ruins and lagoon while on a springs break cruise. So much better than booking through ship as our group traveled alone with our guides Jaasiel and Karla! Communication leading up to trip was phenomenal so it was easy to find pickup locatio...
A group of 12 of us (3 families) took the combo tour of ruins and lagoon while on a springs break cruise. So much better than booking through ship as our group traveled alone with our guides Jaasiel and Karla! Communication leading up to trip was phenomenal so it was easy to find pickup location. We had 4 kids with us (18 months-8 years old) and Jaasiel and Karla made sure they were entertained and fed (chips!). Ruins were great and we saw spider monkeys. Our group was alone with the guide there so kids got to ask tons of questions and we got great pics. Took 2 boats on lagoon and again Jaasiel and Karla made sure we had the absolute best time in the water! Tacos were delish! We made it back to the ship in time even with us being a little late to pickup location. Overall this was the highlight for the group of the whole week!!gomelchuck
March 2023
Jhoana Zamudio was a great and fun tour guide. We learned about the area and the ruins/lagoon were the best excursion on our cruise vacation. The Lagoon is a magical place and should not be missed. It was a private tour with only one other person that joined us. You get a large pontoon boa...
Jhoana Zamudio was a great and fun tour guide. We learned about the area and the ruins/lagoon were the best excursion on our cruise vacation. The Lagoon is a magical place and should not be missed. It was a private tour with only one other person that joined us. You get a large pontoon boat where you can enjoy the lunch from the restaurant at the pier. Tacos were fresh and delicious. To get to the tour you need to get out of the Costa Maya shopping mall and walk towards the large pyramid outside the complex. The drive is about an hour to the lagoon but is well worth it and Jhoana will give you the history of the area and stop for snacks for the family. The ruins contain many pyramids and structures and you don't have to wait in line or wait for a tour guide, so the tour starts when you get out the car. We saw a monkey family in the trees by one of the pyramids. Thanks again for the great tour!Synthia_B
February 2023
Our tour guide Johanna was wonderful. So sweet & very informative....we saw the ruins and then went to Lake Bacalar. The lake was so beautiful & so many colors of blue.....after getting off the boat we went to a restaurant that have shrimp, beef & pork tacos.....what a wonderful day!
Our tour guide Johanna was wonderful. So sweet & very informative....we saw the ruins and then went to Lake Bacalar. The lake was so beautiful & so many colors of blue.....after getting off the boat we went to a restaurant that have shrimp, beef & pork tacos.....what a wonderful day!Mark H
January 2023
This was a perfect day. Four of us on a full day private tour. We arrived at the Chacchoben ruins well before the crowd of tourist buses and had the whole site to ourselves for about an hour. Bacalar lagoon pontoon ride and swim was very nice. Very clear fresh water and beautiful colors. Enj...
This was a perfect day. Four of us on a full day private tour. We arrived at the Chacchoben ruins well before the crowd of tourist buses and had the whole site to ourselves for about an hour. Bacalar lagoon pontoon ride and swim was very nice. Very clear fresh water and beautiful colors. Enjoyed seeing all four cenotes. Lunch was excellent. It is a bit of a drive to get to the sites, but worth it.oubrejm
December 2022
If you’re looking for a fun excursion, whether it be a private one, like ours, or with a group, this one is the one to do! We didn’t get to do the Chacchoben Ruins due to time constraints, but the Bacalar Lagoon Boat Excursion did not disappoint. Prepare for a 1-1.5 hour transportation to the Lag...
If you’re looking for a fun excursion, whether it be a private one, like ours, or with a group, this one is the one to do! We didn’t get to do the Chacchoben Ruins due to time constraints, but the Bacalar Lagoon Boat Excursion did not disappoint. Prepare for a 1-1.5 hour transportation to the Lagoon and for a great time once you get there. Jhoana, our tour guide, was nothing short of amazing. She greeted us immediately upon arrival with the biggest smile I’ve ever seen! Throughout the tour, she provided us with information about the cenotes and even swam with us! She took great care of us and made sure we were well fed and gave us some Mexican beers to wash it all down. Overall, the tour was about 2 hours long and was a great experience. Israel, the business manager, communicated with us 1-2 days in advance about our excursions and provided us with a refund, without hesitation, since we couldn’t complete the tour of the ruins. He also made sure we were taken care of in regards to transportation to and from the cruise port terminal in an air conditioned taxi. The pictures taken by Jhoana were sent to us very quickly. We made it back to our cruise ship port in time for departure. Overall, I’d highly recommend this excursion and company. Great communication, great sites to see, and great people to hang out with!