Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Guided Tour from Costa Maya
Overview
Step into a Maya city where more than 1,700 years of history still rise from the jungle. At Chacchoben, restored temples stand alongside structures still partially hidden beneath the trees, giving you a remarkable look at the ancient city as it continues to be uncovered today.
Explore with your guide as plazas, temples, and ceremonial structures reveal the story of a city that reached its peak around 300 AD. Follow the same grounds once used by Maya nobles, priests, and rulers, then climb the Gran Basamento for an impressive view of Temple One surrounded by the landscape.
But Chacchoben isn’t only about what the Maya left behind. The jungle is part of the experience. Listen for tropical birds, discover native plants, and keep an eye on the treetops for the occasional spider monkey as you move between the ancient structures.
It’s a chance to experience Maya history where it belongs — surrounded by the architecture, landscape, and jungle that have preserved Chacchoben for centuries.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Round-trip transportation from Costa Maya
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission to Chacchoben Mayan Ruins
- Guided tour of Chacchoben Mayan Ruins
- Certified Tour guide
- $5.00 USD copyright fee for the use of cameras at Chacchoben. This is paid directly at the site.
- Souvenirs
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Av. P.º del Puerto Lote Othónl
Casitas, 77976 Mahahual, Q.R., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Guests should be comfortable walking outdoors on jungle trails with some rocks, roots, and uneven surfaces.
- Transportation vehicles can accommodate foldable wheelchairs only. Vehicles are not wheelchair-adapted, and non-folding wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
- You will be back to the port before boarding time, guaranteed!
- No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all
- IMPORTANT: Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the full name of the ship and docking time
- The use of tripods and drones are prohibited at the Mayan City.
- This experience is best appreciated by children ages 6 and older.
- Visitors are not permitted to climb the temples.
- Wildlife sightings, including spider monkeys, cannot be guaranteed.
- Bring extra cash for shopping or small purchases, as credit cards are not accepted at Chacchoben.
- The tour operates rain or shine, so please dress according to the weather.
- Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers
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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Bottled water.
- Round-trip transportation from Costa Maya.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Admission to Chacchoben Mayan Ruins.
- Guided tour of Chacchoben Mayan Ruins.
- Certified Tour guide.
- $5.00 USD copyright fee for the use of cameras at Chacchoben. This is paid directly at the site.
- Souvenirs.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Guided Tour from Costa Maya is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Guests should be comfortable walking outdoors on jungle trails with some rocks, roots, and uneven surfaces.
- Transportation vehicles can accommodate foldable wheelchairs only. Vehicles are not wheelchair-adapted, and non-folding wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Guided Tour from Costa Maya will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Round-trip transportation from Costa Maya
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission to Chacchoben Mayan Ruins
- Guided tour of Chacchoben Mayan Ruins
- Certified Tour guide
- $5.00 USD copyright fee for the use of cameras at Chacchoben. This is paid directly at the site.
- Souvenirs
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Guests should be comfortable walking outdoors on jungle trails with some rocks, roots, and uneven surfaces.
- Transportation vehicles can accommodate foldable wheelchairs only. Vehicles are not wheelchair-adapted, and non-folding wheelchairs cannot be accommodated.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
- You will be back to the port before boarding time, guaranteed!
- No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all
- IMPORTANT: Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the full name of the ship and docking time
- The use of tripods and drones are prohibited at the Mayan City.
- This experience is best appreciated by children ages 6 and older.
- Visitors are not permitted to climb the temples.
- Wildlife sightings, including spider monkeys, cannot be guaranteed.
- Bring extra cash for shopping or small purchases, as credit cards are not accepted at Chacchoben.
- The tour operates rain or shine, so please dress according to the weather.
- Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 80 travelers
