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Chacchoben Mayan Ruins – Private Shore Excursion from Costa Maya

4 hours

Easy

Private tour to Chacchoben for small and medium groups. Enjoy exclusive transport and a native guide for a personalized visit, with the option to relax at a beach club before returning to your cruise | Your group, your pace, our local knowledge.

This private tour is specially designed for small and medium-sized groups seeking a more intimate, authentic, and personalized experience during their visit to Costa Maya. From the cruise terminal, you’ll enjoy private transportation, offering greater comfort and flexibility for your group.

You will be accompanied by a native, professional guide—knowledgeable about Maya history, culture, and traditions—who will provide clear, friendly explanations tailored to your group’s pace and interests. Our size allows us to offer something the big operators simply cannot: genuine, attentive service driven by passion and the desire to grow.

Upon arriving at the Chacchoben Archaeological Zone, you’ll explore temples, plazas, and jungle-surrounded structures while uncovering the cultural richness of the region. At the end of your visit, you may return directly to the port or opt for an additional stop at a beach club to relax before heading back to your cruise.

A private, comfortable experience created for travelers who value quality, authenticity, and truly personalized attention.

What's included?


    • All entrance fees
    • Parking fee
    • Certified guide inside the archaeological site
    • Private transportation exclusively for your group
    • Start time coordinated with your ship’s schedule
    • Cooler with:
      Beer
      Classic Coca-Cola
      Coke Zero
      Diet Coke
      Still water
      Sparkling water
      Sprite
    • Guided tour through the Archaeological Zone
    • Optional stop at a local beach club (based on the group’s desires)
    Exclusions
    • Tip or gratuity
    • Food & drinks
    • WiFi

    Not Included:

    • Meals during the tour
    • Food or drinks at the beach club
    • Tips or gratuities
    • Official permit for video recording inside the archaeological site
    Please note
    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Please make sure that your ship will remain in port for at least 6 hours.
    • This tour is fully private: only your group participates.
    • Transportation is private, but the Mayan ruins and the beach club are open to the general public.
    • Start time is customized to your cruise ship’s arrival.
    • Expect walking on uneven ground inside the archaeological site.
    • Climbing the archaeological structures is not allowed.
    • Alcoholic beverages are not allowed while inside the archaeological site, but you may enjoy them in the vehicle and service areas.
    • At the beach club, purchasing food and drinks is required to access the facilities.
    • Drinks from the cooler cannot be brought into the beach club.
    • The beach club stop is optional and never mandatory.
    • During summer and late spring, the beach may experience seaweed (sargassum); feel free to ask us about current conditions.
    • Although climbing is not required, the most iconic part of Chacchoben sits on a platform that must be ascended; it can be slippery during the rainy season.
    • The archaeological visit takes place rain or shine; umbrellas or rain ponchos can be provided.
    • The Mayan ruins tour can be physically demanding for seniors or guests with limited mobility.
    • Light clothing, a hat, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes are recommended.
    What to bring
      • Passport or official ID (may be required at highway checkpoints).
      • Light, breathable clothing.
      • Hat or cap for sun protection.
      • Comfortable walking shoes for uneven terrain.
      • Sunscreen (preferably biodegradable).
      • Insect repellent.
      • Sunglasses.
      • Cash for souvenirs, food, drinks, or tips (most local vendors do not accept cards).
      • Towel and swimsuit if you plan to visit the beach club.
      • Reusable water bottle (you can refill it with drinks from the cooler).
      • If you prefer to bring your own umbrella or rain poncho, feel free to do so.
      • A great attitude to have fun and experience Costa Maya through the eyes of a local.
      • Fully charged phones for photos and communication.
      • Personal medications.