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Ek Balam Cenote And Valladolid Private Tour From Cancun

About this experience

A complete tour full of nature, magic, ancient history, beauty and local real life.

Ek Balam a unique archaeological site.

An incredible cenote surrounded by vegetation, birds and nature.

And Valladolid, a beautiful colonial city of great importance in the era of the Viceroyalty

At a glance

  • Duration: 10 hr–12 hr
  • Private experience

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2 - 15 TRAVELERS
Pickup included

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fee

Not included

  • Drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Itinerary and highlights

Early in the morning we will pick you up and take you to our first destination, Ek Balam.

What makes Ek Balam a unique archaeological site is not only the impressive ancient pyramids and structures with interesting architecture but also its beauty jungle surroundings and lots of unexcavated structures lost in the jungle and vegetation growing on and around.

The word Ek Balam means “black jaguar” in the Maya language, same that you will see carved in several structures and ruins throughout the site

Do not miss the oportunity to climb to the top of the main pyramid. You will get a great view over the Peninsula and tree tops.

Enjoy this amazing archaeological zone lesser-known and uncrowded and feel  the peaceful and quiet atmosphere at the ruins while exploring the structures as well as the natural and rugged jungle surroundings.

As a reward you will visit an incredible cenote were you will get refreshed in the crystalline water and after that you will enjoy a delicious local lunch.

To culminate this great tour you will admire the colonial atmosphere of the beautiful city Valladolid also known as "The Pearl of the West " and you will meet friendly local people still using the typical dress of the Maya.

Meeting and pickup information

  • all hotels

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Trip To Mexico

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Minimum age to drink alcohol is 18 years

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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