Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Guided Tour from Costa Maya Discount Tickets

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.

Meeting and Pickup

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Certified Tour guide

Bottled water

Round-trip transportation from Costa Maya

Guided tour of Chacchoben Mayan Ruins

In-vehicle air conditioning

Admission to Chacchoben Mayan Ruins

Exclusion

$5.00 USD copyright fee for the use of cameras at Chacchoben. This is paid directly at the site.

Souvenirs

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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.

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.