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Costa Maya
Maya Village Experience & Bacalar Lagoon from Costa Maya
- Duration5h 30m
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryAgent Low Quality Product, Bus Tours
Overview
Experience two sides of Costa Maya in one day — share traditions and a meal with a local Maya family, then continue to the blue waters of Bacalar Lagoon.
Begin in Chacchoben village, where your hosts share traditions that remain part of everyday life. Try making your own tortilla, discover local ingredients and family recipes, and learn about customs passed down through generations.
Gather around the table for a home-cooked Maya lunch, featuring traditional flavors and fresh local ingredients. It’s a chance to share food and conversation with your hosts.
After lunch, change the pace at Bacalar’s Seven Color Lagoon. Swim in the clear freshwater, take out a kayak, float on a tube, or settle into a lounger with a cold drink while enjoying the changing shades of blue.
From sharing a family table with the people who call Costa Maya home to an afternoon beside the blue waters of Bacalar, head back to port with stories, flavors, and moments that will stay with you long after your day ends
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What's included
Authentic home-cooked Maya lunch with traditional dishes and local ingredients
Kayaks, tubes and life jackets
Visit with a local Maya family in Chacchoben Village
Access to Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon with loungers and facilities
Soft drinks and bottled water
Beverages including horchata, hibiscus water, and two alcoholic drinks for guests 21+
Certified Tour Guide
Roundtrip transportation from Costa Maya in an air-conditioned vehicle
Tortilla-making demonstration and hands-on experience
What's Not included
Souvenirs
Gratuities
Additional premium alcoholic beverages
Towels
Itinerary
Your adventure begins with transportation from Costa Maya, departing 1 hour after your cruise ship arrives in port. After an approximately 50-minute drive, arrive at Chacchoben village and meet a local Maya family who will welcome you into their community.nnSpend approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes with your hosts, getting a closer look at traditions that are still part of everyday life. Learn how traditional tortillas are made and try making your own, discover local ingredients and family recipes, and share time with your hosts as they introduce you to their culture.nnAnd no family visit would be complete without food. Enjoy an authentic home-cooked lunch prepared especially for your visit, including traditional tamales and dishes made with fresh local ingredients and Maya spices. If youu2019re feeling adventurous, add a little habanero sauce!nnAfter lunch, continue approximately 25 minutes to Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon for the second part of your day.
After your Mayan Experience, continue to the spectacular Bacalar Seven Color Lagoon, once a haven for pirates and today famous for its crystal-clear freshwater and beautiful shades of blue and turquoise.nnSpend approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes by the lagoon and enjoy it at your own pace. Take a refreshing swim, grab a kayak and explore the water, float on a tube, or settle into a lounger with your favorite drink while enjoying the breeze and views.nnAfter your time at Bacalar, sit back and relax on the approximately 1 hour and 10-minute return drive to Costa Maya Port, with your cruise schedule always kept in mind.
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 Plaza Las Fuentes, conveniently located just a few steps away from the main access of Costa Maya Port.
Please note that the total walking time from your cruise ship to the meeting point is about 15 minutes.
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
Minimum age requirement for alcohol consumption is 18 years of age
Use of life vests are mandatory
Children must kayak with an accompanying adult
Bring a swimsuit, personal towel, change of clothes, hat, and biodegradable sunscreen.
The tour operates rain or shine, so please dress according to the weather.
Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available upon request. Please advise us in advance of any dietary requirements or food allergies.
Guests 21 and older receive two alcoholic drinks. Additional premium beverages are available for purchase.
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.
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.