Location: Chetumal
Top Things to do in Chetumal
Things to do in Chetumal, Quintana Roo: The Best Archaeology Tours
Gateway to Belize, Tikal in Guatemala and the numerous Río Bec ruins, Chetumal is the capital of Quintana Roo state. Buses connect major cities, including those in Belize. Rental cars cannot be taken through the Belize border. The busy city's old town boasts a Caribbean feel. The excellent, interactive Museo de la Cultura Maya offers fascinating insights to those planning to follow the dramatic Río Bec ruin route. The vine-strewn ruins are rich in wildlife and give the sense of stumbling onto a Lost World.
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1. Guided historical tours at the Mayan cities!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
As a traveller you will get all history about ancient mayan cities, the guide will drive you at one of the archeological ruins near by so you will get to see the culture and real contact with nature, theres a lot of kind of birds and monkeys arround!!! Don´t miss the oportunity!!
Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Snacks, Binoculars, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By Trevor R
Victor’s tour was absolutely amazing! He’s super passionate about the wildlife, natural history, and indigenous cultures of the area and put 110% into our personalized, private tour. He showed us birds and explained things about Mayan ruins that we never would have seen or known on our own or with a less knowledgeable guide. Oh, and he even snapped some awesome photos of us while we were on the tour! Thank you, Victor!
2. Tour 1 day. Kayaking in Río Hondo and Dzibanché and Kinichná archaeological sites
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
The travelers will be able to take a look at the Mayan culture and its ecosystems through a refreshing activity in Kayak through the Río Hondo, where they will be able to enjoy its fauna and flora (birds, manatees, mangroves) and will know its importance from the time of the Mayans, then refuge. pirates, and to this day. We will visit one of the most interesting and little known archaeological sites of the Classic Maya: Dzibanché and Kinichná, where you will learn part of the history and culture of this territory from the hand of our guide. Latitud Maya offers small groups, and abundant support material to make this trip an unforgettable experience.
Inclusions: Kayak with life jacket, Certified guide, Entrance to archeological sites, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Extra food and drinks, Tips
Reviewed By Randy E
Technically I did a 3 day tour :) What a life experience!! Just absolutely beautiful!! This is a Must for Nature and History buffs!! Carlos is amazing!! I have taken many tours during a bunch of trips; this guy/guide is THE BEST... I had to do a 2nd tour with these guys! Calakmul..WOW!!!! I have now been to 10 Mayan ruins.. this place puts Chichen to shame; it is breathtaking.. 3 high pyramids to climb.. take a full day or close to it!!! The kayaking in the Rio was incredible!! The local sights are really something to see!! And the food is just delicious.. they take good care of you! The hotel.. Zoh Laguan.. what an amazing family run place, eat it in that restaurant!! Take this tour!
3. Tour 2 days Calakmul, Kohunlich and Balamkú, and enjoy the Rio Hondo by kayak.
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 3 reviews
We will kayak the mythical Río Hondo, the border between Mexico and Belize, the scene of historical episodes of contraband pirates, and enjoy its fauna and flora (birds, manatees, mangroves). We will visit the archaeological sites of Calakmul and Kohunlich, icons of the Preclassic and Classic periods of the Mayan civilation in Mexico. We will visit some local community where they will show us the crafts that they do. All this from certified guides, in small groups and with support material to provide travelers with an unforgettable visit.
Inclusions: Kayak, life jacket, Entrances to archaeological sites, Air-conditioned vehicle, Certified guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tips
Reviewed By twinkleandburn
I have traveled a lot of places and gone on a lot of tours, this was easily the best tour I've ever been on and I wish more people knew about it! I experienced and learned so much. Kayaking the Rio Hondo was absolutely magical - and being able to be so up close and personal with such beautiful ruins...it was simply unlike anything I've experienced in Mexico so far. Selene also gave great recommendations for me to spend a day in Chetumal (I was spending the week in Bacalar). It is 100% worth spending a day (or two or three) with Latitud Maya. You will not regret it!
4. 1 Day Tour Kohunlich + Dzibanche Mayan Cities With Certified Guide
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 3 reviews
We are very proud of this signature tour. As soon as you arrive to land in the port of Costa Maya get ready to transition back in time. First, will we drive through the local villages, then the road will get us ready with some adventure since the road is narrow and a bit bumpy. Totally worth it as sonn as we arrive to the ancient city of Dzibanché, dated back to the year 200 BC. Don’t miss going up on the temple of the owl and admire a breathtaking view and listen to the sounds of nature. Then, we will visit the ancient the ancient city of Kohunlich. Walk through the ancient buildings and be captivated by the remaining structures of what was once an important regional and commercial center of the area. Climb the temple of the Masks and appreciate the tridimensional masks that represent the rulers of that era, also called the house of Sun God. We recommend this experience if visit Costa Maya for the first time. This tour is a must if you want to admire Mayan culture!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Certified Guide , Bottled water, Box Lunch (turkey sandwich, fruit, juice or soda, chips or granola bar), Certified guided tour at Kohunlich - Dzibanche Mayan Cities
Exclusions: Fee of $5.00USD for the use of video cameras at the ruins. This fee is paid directly at the entrance, Your cruise must stay in port for at least 10 hours to participate in this tour., Gratuities
Reviewed By StefLaPaz
It was our first time paddle boarding and we really enjoyed the experience. The guide was helpful and taught us how it is done. We arrived at the beach just before sunset and he prepared the boards and put the led lights under them. We really enjoyed the sunset view as we paddled out. Once it was dark, we turned on the led lights and we could see clearly the coral reef beneath us. There where so many stars in the sky! We turned the lights off and even saw bioluminescence as we paddled through the tranquil water. It was a very relaxing and enjoyable moment. We will do it again upon our next visit
5. Maya Classic 5 days TULUM BACALAR CHETUMAL CALACMUL PALENQUE GULF OF MEXICO CAMPECHE UXMAL MERIDA CHICHEN ITZA IK KIL from Tulum
Do not miss the opportunity to see the most emblematic archaeological sites: Tulum, Calacmul, Uxmal, Palenque. Visit the most important colonial cities of the Peninsula: Merida, Campeche and experience the magic of the most spectacular natural beauty places like Bacalar lagoon, Cenote Ik Kil.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport (depending on number of people: van, sprinter or bus), Accommodation on the basis of DBL Room in hotels of category 4*. The included Breakfast buffet or American Breakfast., Services of a tour guide., Group transfer from hotel to Cancun/Riviera Maya to the airport on the day of departure, Breakfast, Bottled water, Entrance
Exclusions: Accommodation in hotels before and after the end of the route., Lunches and dinners., Gratuities
Reviewed By monav955
Do not pay for a tour their ripping you off and they only charge 120 pesos to get in at each cenote. The city is not that big you can rent a car for 300 pesos a day.
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