Ek Balam means "Bright Star Jaguar" in Mayan language; this ancient Mayan city had its glory before Chichen Itza. This archaeological site is one of the latest attractions because of its most recent refurbishment. Discover the mysterious Cenote Maya, a great natural pool with beautiful rock formations. Take home your memories with the nice pictures taken by native photographers during the adventure activities. Descend into the region’s most impressive Cenote of 80 m diameter through a large wooden staircase made with the ancient Maya technique. Enjoy its beautiful rock formations and swim in this large natural pool. Ascend from the underworld through a tunnel to reach the park garden
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Schedules:
07:00 AM
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- Transportation for small groups up to 22 people.
- Traditional lunch and beverages.
- Entrance to Ek-Balam.
- Archaeological and bilingual guide.
- Equipment required for activities.
- Hammocks, towels and lockers.
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- Tips.
- Alcoholic drinks
- Souvenirs.
- Photographs.
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Optional adventure activities:
- Swimming in Cenote, diving, rappel, Trepachanga, Hamacarzan, and Tarzan vine. (120kg/ 264lbs maximum weight for these 3 last activities)
- Handcraft Market: Visit a small and colorful market where you can find good handcrafts and benefit Maya artisans of the.
- Maya ritual: Discover natural wonders of the region and be part of an authentic blessing ceremony that a Maya Shaman will perform for you.
- Maya Buffet: We will have different traditional dishes including, lime soup, chaya tamales, beans, vegetables rice, chicken, hand -made tortillas, fruits and flavored water.
- Cameras: Only style "action cam" (Go Pro), provided it is mounted during the tour in a chest or head mount cameras will be allowed. The use of video cameras mounted in action selfiesticks, wristbands, hand or other body part other than chest or head is prohibited.
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- Wear comfortable walking shoes (no flip-flops please), bathing suit underneath and fresh clothing. Bring extra shirt and cash or credit card for souvenirs and photos. No sunscreen is needed since all activities are performed in the shade.
- This expedition is not suitable for handicapped people, or people who suffer heart diseases, respiratory failure or back problems.
- Pregnant women or people with obesity (weighing over 264 pounds/180 kg.) are not allowable in these activities.
- Only children over 6 years old can participate.
- People under the influence of alcohol or toxic substance are not allowed in this expedition.
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