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Costa Maya

Mayan Village and Bacalar Lagoon from Costa Maya port

Costa Maya from Shore Adventures Tours
  • Duration5h 30m
  • Max Travelers30 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryBus Tours, Cultural Tours

Overview

Discover the authentic culture of Costa Maya with a special visit to a local Maya family. Step into their everyday world, learn about traditions passed down through generations, and enjoy a delicious homemade meal prepared especially for your visit.

Get hands-on with a traditional tortilla-making demonstration and try preparing your own tortillas! Then, sit down to a flavorful lunch featuring homemade tamales and other traditional dishes made with fresh local ingredients and authentic Maya spices. For those who enjoy a little heat, choose from mild or spicy habanero sauce to add an extra kick.

Your adventure continues at the breathtaking Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon, Mexico’s largest freshwater lagoon, famous for its crystal-clear waters and spectacular shades of blue and turquoise.

At Bacalar Lake, enjoy free time to swim, kayak, or simply relax by the water with a refreshing drink from the bar, offering a selection of international cocktails and spirits.

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What's included

  • Use of facilities, loungers, kayaks, tubes

  • Authentic home-cooked Mayan lunch with traditional dishes and local ingredients

  • Roundtrip transportation from Costa Maya

  • Access to Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon with loungers and facilities

  • Visit to a Chacchoben village local family

  • Soft drinks and bottled water

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Beverages including horchata, hibiscus water, and two alcoholic drinks for guests 21

  • Certified Tour Guide

  • Tortilla making demonstration and class

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • This tour will depart one hour after your cruise arrives to port from Native Choice at Plaza Las Fuentes, conveniently located just a few steps away from the main access of Costa Maya Port.

  • Cruise guests arriving after 12 PM. Make the most of your limited time in port by booking our Chacchoben Mayan City Tour or our beach break options

  • IMPORTANT: Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the full name of the ship and docking time

  • To ensure you don't miss out, our tour operates rain or shine. Check the day's forecast and prepare accordingly. Bring essentials like a hat and sunscreen for sun or a light jacket and water-resistant shoes for rain.

  • Alcoholic beverages will only be served to guests 21 years of age or older.

  • Due to the natural terrain and access points, the lagoon portion of the tour is regrettably not wheelchair accessible. We apologize for any inconvenience.

  • Kayak Weight Limit: 220 lbs for a single, or a maximum combined weight of 270 lbs for a double.

  • Children must be 10 years old to paddle a single kayak alone. Children under 10 are welcome to kayak when accompanied by a supervising adult.

  • For safety reasons, kayaking is restricted for pregnant women.

  • Life vests are mandatory for all water activities and are provided free of charge for your convenience.

  • Bring extra cash for minor expenses, credit cards aren't accepted outside the port area.

  • We recommend biodegradable sun block lotion.

  • Pack your swimsuit, a personal towel, and a change of clothes for your Bacalar adventure.

  • Water activities may be restricted by local authorities due to wind, lightning, or other unsafe weather conditions.

  • Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund.

  • No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all

  • Weight limit for a single kayak is 220 pounds or 270 pounds for a double kayak

  • Kayaking is not permitted for pregnant guests.

  • Transportation vehicles can accommodate foldable wheelchairs only. Vehicles are not wheelchair-adapted, and non-folding wheelchairs cannot be accommodated. The Bacalar Lagoon portion is not wheelchair accessible due to the natural terrain and water access points.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time
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