Ek Balam Tour: Discover the Majestic Main Temple

Embark on an Ek Balam tour and discover the hidden Mayan ruins, visit an artisanal distillery, explore the charming city of Valladolid, and take a refreshing dip in a cenote.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Zona Arqueológica de Ek Balam - Embark on a journey to one of the Mayan world’s best-kept secrets. Nestled in the jungle of the Yucatan Peninsula, Ek Balam is renowned as one of the most stunning and well-preserved Mayan cities.
    During this adventure, an expert guide will share insights into Mayan culture, the magnificent structures, and the…
What's Included
  • Soft drinks
  • Face towel
  • Professional, bilingual, attentive guide
  • Round-trip transportation from most hotels in Riviera Maya (available on Thursday and Sunday)
  • Round-trip transportation from most hotels in Cancun (available on Tuesday and Friday only)
  • Delectable lunch featuring iconic delicacies from the region
  • Box lunch
  • Umbrellas
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Unearth the Secrets of Ek Balam and ascend the Majestic Main Temple at this Extraordinary Archaeological Site.
Tucked away in the lush jungles of the Yucatan peninsula, Ek Balam awaits, boasting its status as one of the most stunning and remarkably preserved Mayan cities. Our expert guide will lead the way, unveiling the mysteries of Mayan culture,…

Location
Zona Arqueológica de Ek Balam
Cancellation Policy

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

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Martinlz4857pz
Oct 27, 2025
Ek balam visit while u can still climb it. - This place is a hidden wonder not many people visit this temple which is a shame. This is one of only temples you could climb to see the jaguar temple throne toom half way up the steps are steep i came down on my bum. Just be careful coming down. Learn that it lines up with the sun on a certain date. Afterwards went to valladolid the church was open first time seeing it open so I went inside saw the statues n layout, visited a few shops in time I had. We then went to cenote for a swim and lunch the lime soup was beautiful.
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Dhanyan2023
Oct 21, 2025
Fabulous - Victor Ivan was a fantastic guide. Loved the Ek Balam visit. Service and explanation was excellent . Highly recommended.
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Claragarciassoares
Oct 16, 2025
Mexico - Excellent guide. Fantastic visited locations. Everything that was proposed was accomplished. The Cenote was an incredible and unforgettable experience.
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Antoniogarciassoares
Oct 16, 2025
Riviera Maya. - Excellent experience blending historical, cultural and fun knowledge. Choice of places visited very good. Ana Pérez proved to be an excellent guide.
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Nick
Oct 16, 2025
Great trip with great hosts - Our hosts Lalo and Sexy Vera were courteous and extremely knowledgeable about the places we visited and about Mayan and Mexican culture. This was our second trip with Cancun Adventures and both were excellent. Ek Balam is a beautiful site and it was a privilege to be able to climb the pyramids there. For how much longer will this be possible? Swimming in a cenote is always cool and today's had a waterfall going into it. Valladolid was an interesting Town, and it was only a shame that we weren't aable to spend longer.
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Eleanort949
Sep 17, 2025
Amazing Mayan Experience - We were part of a small group tour. From the moment we got on the mini bus, the driver and tour guide were welcoming. Ivan the guide gave us some great insights in to Mayan history and culture. Throughout the tour the knowledge he was able to share with us made an already fascinating day out unforgettable. Being able to climb the temple and experience history up close is amazing. Swimming in the Cenote was epic and so beautiful. In the town, the cathedral is worth seeing for the very detailed statues and the history of its architecture. Would highly recommend
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Resort01361446212
Sep 16, 2025
A Ceno-day to remember! - We have had an amazing experience with Ivan and Speedy from Cancun Adventures. Ek Balam is stunning and really should get more attention. Being able to climb the ruins was epic. The trip to the Cenote was stunning, being able to swim in such crystal clear waters was out of this world and felt like being in our own real life Tomb Raider adventure. Ivan (Victor) made the day for the whole group, he was engaging and informative and made sure we all enjoyed ourselves. We would 100 percent recommend this tour group, pickup was prompt and communications before the tour was absolute top draw in customer service. Thanks guys!! 😁
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Allansb5713hq
Sep 9, 2025
Ek Balam Cenote tour - We had a fantastic tour. Viktor Ivan was sensational. Very knowledgeable. Ek Bala was amazing. Denote super refreshing, buffet for lunch was delicious. Great trip all round. Would highly recommend.
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Slipd2023
Sep 7, 2025
Highly Recommended - Travelled with Cancun Adventures. Had a fantastic time. Gato was our guide and couldn’t do enough for us - very entertaining.
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Pjolds
Aug 27, 2025
Experience a Part of Mayan History - Our guide Ivan led us on a comprehensive tour through the Mayan ruins of Ek Balam. He gave a detailed explanation of the history of the site including information about the culture and the people who lived there. Afterwards, we went to a cenote where we had the opportunity to swim, shop, and eat a delicious buffet lunch. The last leg of the trip took us to the picturesque town of Valladolid where we had about 30 minutes to go shopping and get some refreshments before the drive back to out hotel in Cancun.
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From $189
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).