El Salto turquoise Waterfall & Pomoná archeological Maya Site Discount Tickets

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Overview

A day full of history, nature and adventure is waiting for you! Explore the Moral Reforma Archaeological Site, starting at 8:00 am from your hotel in Palenque. Discover the history of this ancient village site, its commercial importance and splendid paired pyramids. Drive 1.30 hrs. towards the Pomoná Archaeological Site, with rich stelae, sculptures and a charming natural environment. End your day visiting El Salto Ecotourism Center, enjoy its waterfall and activities such as hiking and zip lining. You will arrive to Palenque around 18:30 hrs.

Pickup Information

We pick up in any hotel located in Palenque Downtown.

Itinerary

1. Arqueologica de Moral-Reforma
It receives the name by he abundance of moral trees and by the location in the Reforma area, a small village site of great importance controlling trade between Petén and the Gulf Coast, along the San Pedro River, along 1,700 years old. Splendid pyramids in pairs attest to this, as well as filigree inscriptions which established their alliance with Calakmul and Palenque, we can climb each of the mounds where we will have spectacular views.
Duration: 90 mins
2. Pomoná Zona Arqueológica
Start this visit with a short walk that will connect you with nature, the sound of howling monkeys, birds and also the tranquility that the site offers, there the ancients Mayans obtained material to build their buildings and monuments; Pomoná takes its name from the tributary stream of the lower Usumacinta. Rich stelae, sculptures, panels and hieroglyphic inscriptions allow us to know the history of its rulers and the relationships it maintained with other cities in the region, dependent on Panjalé, Boca del Cerro and Chinikihá, in addition to warlike relations for territorial control with Palenque, Piedras Negras and La Mar. Visit the museum where you can admire the called tombstone of The Scribe, the stele with a high dignitary, a figurehead of the Sun-Jaguar God of The Underworld, the eccentric flint knives, the bust of a Mayan character, the carved tombstones of Building 4 and the figure of an old man with a beard and hat.
Duration: 60 mins
3. Cascada el Salto dentro del centro ecoturistico Huextoc Natzin
Captivate your senses with its emerald green waters and its impressive drop of approximately 20 meters. Enjoy its three viewpoints, where you can enjoy a panoramic view and an extraordinary natural landscape. To reach the main viewpoint it is necessary to walk a 400-meter path approx, where the water breeze will leave you soaked. You can do various activities (not included) such as hiking, zip lining, kayaking and relaxing in its delicious waters. On site there is a restaurant where you can taste some typical dishes from the area.
Duration: 120 mins

Inclusion

Round trip transportation

In-vehicle air conditioning

Entrance fee

Exclusion

Gratuities

Guide

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon 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

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Please bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sun glasses, bug spray and water thermos

Do not drink alcoholic beverages or narcotics prior to the activity

Supplied by Encuentro T

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