Day Trip to Archaeological Site of Palenque from San Cristobal
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Palenque

Allow yourself to be captivated today by the stunning natural wonders of the Agua Azul waterfalls and the magnificent Mayan structures at the Palenque archaeological site.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cascadas de Agua Azul - Early morning departure to Palenque stopping at Agua Azul, a group of waterfalls created by the currents of the: Otulún, Shumuljá and Tulijá rivers which have formed shallow canyons banked by vertical cliffs where you will be able to swim (if time allows it) and enjoy the different areas of such magnificent environment.

  • Cascadas de Misol-Ha - You will then continue on to the Misol-Ha waterfalls which rise 30 meters in height and are surrounded by natural rain forest, which make this an extraordinarily beautiful and refreshing place.

  • Zona Arqueologica de Palenque - The last stop will be a visit to the archaeological site of Palenque: A Mayan city known for its architectural and sculptural heritage with a number of admirable buildings including: the Palace, the Temple of the Foliated Cross, and the Temple of the Sun among others. Transfer to the bus station in Palenque.

What's Included
  • Included National Park fees
  • Spanish-speaking driver
  • Complimentary hotel pickup
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned minivan
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • guide
Additional Information
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Cascadas de Agua Azul
Reserva Especial de la Biosfera Cascadas Agua Azul
Cancellation Policy

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

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Scott_j
Feb 7, 2020
Great way to get from San Cristobal de las Casas to Palenque with great stops - Great way to get from San Cristobal de las Casas to Palenque. Picked up at our hotel in San Cristobal de las Casas then dropped off across from the ADO bus terminal in Palenque. The regular buses were more expensive and took longer. Stopped for breakfast with about a dozen other minivans. It was a good buffet for $90 pesos each. Had a great swim at Agua Azul. There were plenty of bathrooms to change in for $5 pesos. The driver gave instructions at each stop in Spanish and was a bit testy when not understood even with those that spoke Spanish. Luckily we caught when to be back at the bus. Be careful at Zona Arqueologica de Palenque. It was a bit confusing getting herded around and sold a guided tour. We were the only English speakers and chose the two hour tour before we learned the prices. $1,300 pesos for an hour and $2,600 pesos for two hours. Interesting but there's not enough there for two hours. Ended up wandering the jungle searching for monkeys. The cost was exorbitant and not worth that much. Told the guide we did not have that much cash and he ended up coming to our hotel to pick up the cash.
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