Ek Balam Pyramids Tour: Unveiling Mayan Histories and Cenote Adventures from Merida
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Ek Balam Village
Experience the captivating history and traditions of the Mayans on this excursion from Merida. Explore Ek Balam to understand the Mesoamerican farming practices, take a dip in a spectacular cenote, and unravel the mysteries of the Ek Balam archaeological site. This all-day ecotour blends cultural insight with natural beauty.
Duration:
12 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Ek Balam Village - Start with pickup at 6:30 AM and drive to Ek Balam, a village where Mayan is the most-spoken language. Enjoy a delicious breakfast to build your strength, before setting out on a bike ride to explore local farming practices.
Visit a milpa, a Mesoamerican crop growing system, accompanied by a local guide. Taste traditional pozole and sweets made from regional crops, as you learn about the Mesoamerican agricultural system. Enter the k’áax, or jungle, to learn about traditional knowledge of medicinal plants and trees used in the construction of houses. - X’Canche Cenote - Afterwards, start the 2-kilometer journey by bicycle or tuk-tuk through the jungle to get to Cenote X’Canché. Refresh yourself in the cool waters and appreciate the biodiversity around the crystal clear cenote. Before leaving, enjoy a traditional Yucatecan lunch at the cooperative’s restaurant.
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Ek Balam - The final stop on the tour is at the Ek Balam archeological site, famous for its stunning Mayan architecture and its importance in pre-Hispanic times. Admire the incredible views from the top of the pyramids.
Return to Merida, where you’ll be dropped off at approximately 7 PM.
What's Included
- Admission fee to Ek Balam’s archaeological site.
- Entrance to X’Canché Cenote and access to its facilities.
- Bike tour to the milpa with a local guide.
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Breakfast
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Guided tour in Ek Balam’s archaeological site.
Location
Ek Balam Village
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Ibledo
Mar 26, 2024
Great French-speaking guide! The Mayans are very welcoming and very smiling people. - The visits were very interesting
Contact with the Mayan population, very rich in exchange
Very varied visits
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