Mayan history and culture in Coba and the Punta Laguna Reserve, near Tulum

Mercanti Viaggi a local and sustainable mexican tour operator, would love the opportunity to guide you across Coba and the Punta Laguna Reserve, near Tulum. Explore pyramids, cenotes and sanctuaries. And learn about its history and culture.

Private

1 Day

All year

Low

Beginner

Highlights

* Climb the Coba pyramid, swim in a pristine cenote & zipline across the jungle.

* Meet a local family and share an exquisite homemade meal with them.

* Follow an indigenous guide across the Spider Monkey Sanctuary.

Description

Deep in the mexican jungle, there are two fantastic places ideal for this marvellous adventure. And on this trip you’ll discover both, along with their history and culture. So, don’t miss out this unique chance to explore Coba and the Punta Laguna Reserve, near Tulum.

First, we will visit the mayan site of Coba, nestled in the dazzling jungles of Mexico. Thereon, we will climb this majestic structure, which is the largest pyramid in the northeast of Yucatan. So, from the top, we’ll get hypnotizing views of the area.

Then, after this archaeological adventure, we will head to an impressive cenote to swim in its refreshing waters. Cenotes are natural pits, that formed as a result of the collapse of limestone bedrock which has exposed the groundwater running underneath. On top of enjoying their breathtaking beauty, you’ll learn about their history, which is related to ancient Maya offerings.

After such exciting activities, we’ll take a well deserved break and meet the welcoming Cahum family, with whom we will have lunch. As we try exquisite local delicacies with them, they’ll share stories of their past and present with us.

Later, with our bellies and hearts replenished, we will head to the Spider Monkey Sanctuary with an indigenous guide. After admiring all the natural beauty of the place and meeting this curious creatures, we’ll end with a shaman purification ceremony. Finally, before heading back and ending our adventure, we’ll get on a 200 meters zipline that crosses the jungle, and canoe on the waters of this paradise.

So, if you are a true adventure and nature lover, this is a trip you cannot miss. Request to book this trip today and learn about the local culture, nature and history.

Price includes

- Guiding fee

- Breakfast

- Dinner

- Transport during the trip

- Transportation start and back

- Permit and entrance fees

Price details

On top of the guide fee (available in english, french, italian and spanish), the price includes: transportation in a minibus for maximum 12 people; entrance to the mayan site of Coba; bike rental to explore Coba; ascent to the Coba pyramid; swimming in a pristine cenote; lunch in the maya community of Nuevo Durango with a local family; a visit to the Punta Laguna Reserve and the Spider Monkey Sanctuary; a mayan purification ceremony; canoe on a lake and zipline across the jungle.

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We recommend to bring the following items for your comfort: -Comfortable walking shoes -Hat and sunglasses -Biodegradable sun cream -Swimsuit -Sandals -Tips for the driver

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About the guide

Mercanti

Tour Operator

We are a Responsible Tour Company based in the Riviera Maya, Mexico. We work together with local communities, cooperatives and local families and take our guests to visit archeological sites, Mayan Communities and natural reserves in the Yucatan Peninsula. Join us to discover a different side of Mexico!

Languages

Italian | French | English

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