Explore the history of the ancient Mayan civilization on a full-day tour to the archaeological site of Coba. Learn how the Mayan people live today, enjoy a tasty lunch, and go for a swim in a sacred cenote.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 hours
- Starting time 7:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish
- Pickup included
- Pickup possible from hotels on the Riviera Maya. The exact pickup time will be confirmed by email.
- Small group
- Limited to 15 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Learn about the Mayan civilization of Mexico at the ancient city of Coba
- Swim in a sacred sinkhole
- Meet modern-day Mayans and hear how they live off the land
Full description
Learn about the ancient Mayan civilization of Mexico on a guided tour of the archaeological site of Coba. Get panoramic views from the top of the tallest of the Nohoch Mul pyramid temples, and hear about the mysteries and traditions of the Mayan people.
Visit a small community to discover how the Mayans live today. Go to the local school or a traditional house and hear how the community survives off the land. Purchase unique handicraft souvenirs, and more.
Break for a delicious Mexican-style lunch from a menu with something to suit all tastes. Continue to one of the underground river caverns known as cenotes and cool down with a swim in the sacred sinkhole. Soak up the extraordinary beauty of the natural attraction before making your way back to your hotel.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance to Coba archaeological site
- Guided tour
- Visit to a Mayan community
- Mexican-style lunch
- Visit to a cenote with time to swim
- Optional gratuities
- Optional bike rental at Coba
- Souvenirs
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Important information
Know before you go
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This tour is not suitable for pregnant women
- This tour is not recommended for participants with heart complications or other serious medical conditions
- Bring footwear suitable for walking. Flip flops are not recommended
- Bring your swimming costume, a towel, an extra t-shirt, swimsuit, a towel, an extra t-shirt, biodegradable sunscreen, insect repellent, bottled water, and cash for souvenirs
