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Chacchoben Ruins: Mayan History Unveiled
3.7
3 Ratings
Mahahual
Explore Chacchoben Ruins and Mahahual Lighthouse on a guided tour. Discover Mayan history and relax in a beach town atmosphere.
Explore Chacchoben Ruins and Mahahual Lighthouse on a guided tour. Discover Mayan history and relax in a beach town atmosphere.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Pedro Antonio Santos - Begin your Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Adventure just outside the Costa Maya Cruise Port. Enjoy a comfortable, air-conditioned journey through picturesque landscapes on a 50-minute drive to the breathtaking archaeological site of Chacchoben. En route, pass through the delightful Pineapple Village of Pedro Santos, renowned for its…
- Pedro Antonio Santos - Begin your Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Adventure just outside the Costa Maya Cruise Port. Enjoy a comfortable, air-conditioned journey through picturesque landscapes on a 50-minute drive to the breathtaking archaeological site of Chacchoben. En route, pass through the delightful Pineapple Village of Pedro Santos, renowned for its delicious honey pineapples. Our certified guide will share fascinating tales about the village’s history and culture, with a brief stop for photos and an opportunity to taste or purchase fresh pineapple.
- Zona Arqueologica De Chaachoben - Upon arrival at Chacchoben, embark on a 1.5-hour guided tour of this ancient Mayan city, led by knowledgeable local guides. Discover the jungle’s concealed pyramids, including Templo 24 and Temple One, and gain insights into the Mayans’ sophisticated architectural and astronomical expertise. As you stroll through the Gran Plaza and surrounding areas, experience the vibrant energy of this once-flourishing city, bringing Mayan history to life in an unforgettable way.
- Playa Mahahual - After exploring the Chacchoben Ruins, proceed to the coastal town of Mahahual. Unwind on the beach, enjoy a refreshing swim in the ocean, and soak in the relaxed atmosphere before returning to the Costa Maya Cruise Port. We ensure a smooth and timely transfer back to your ship for a stress-free conclusion to your day.
What's Included
- Roundtrip transportation from Costa Maya Port
- Entrance fee to Chacchoben Mayan City
- Certified tour guide
- Drinks: beer, juice, sodas, and water
- Roundtrip transportation from Costa Maya Port
- Entrance fee to Chacchoben Mayan City
- Certified tour guide
- Drinks: beer, juice, sodas, and water
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- $5 USD fee for the use of cameras in the Mayan City. This fee is paid directly at the site.
- Gratuities
- $5 USD fee for the use of cameras in the Mayan City. This fee is paid directly at the site.
Additional Information
Explore the ancient Mayan civilization by visiting the Chacchoben Ruins, conveniently located a short drive from the Costa Maya Cruise Port. This charming and less crowded site provides an intriguing look into Mayan history, featuring remarkable pyramids and temples nestled within a lush jungle. The 50-minute scenic drive includes a stop at Pineapple…
Explore the ancient Mayan civilization by visiting the Chacchoben Ruins, conveniently located a short drive from the Costa Maya Cruise Port. This charming and less crowded site provides an intriguing look into Mayan history, featuring remarkable pyramids and temples nestled within a lush jungle. The 50-minute scenic drive includes a stop at Pineapple Village before embarking on a 1.5-hour guided tour of significant structures such as Templo 24 and Temple One. Tailored for cruise passengers, this excursion guarantees a timely return to the port, allowing time to unwind in Mahahual’s beach town ambiance before returning to the ship.
- Your tour will depart one hour after your cruise docks. Look for your guide just outside the main Costa Maya Port entrance, holding a banner with your name.
- Please note that the total walking time from your cruise ship to the meeting point is about 15 minutes.
- IMPORTANT: Travelers coming by cruise ship must provide the full name of the ship.
- No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Costa Maya at all
- Tripods are not allowed on the Mayan City.
Location
Ix Chel Tours Costa Maya
Avenida Caribe
Convenient Pickup: We’ll meet you just outside Costa Maya Port, right after you exit.
Personalized Service: Look for a friendly guide holding a sign with your name.
On-Time Departure: Your tour departs one hour after your cruise arrives.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Scenic57825813781
Feb 2, 2026
Most enjoyable - We loved the itinerary. Perfect for us. Combination of the zoo and the local rum and chocolate tastings was just right.
Being on a private tour afforded us the luxury of choosing how long we wanted to spend at each attraction. So when it started to rain we opted out of the beach portion of the tour and instead toured Roatan .
Our tour guide was very flexible and accommodating. Samantha had a great knowledge of the sights and spoke English very well so she could describe everything to our understanding. We would definitely recommend her as a tour guide and this tour in particular. Thanks for making our trip to Roatan a memorable one.
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Matt_m
Aug 31, 2025
Frank the local guide was great. Its a drive out there but so worth it ! Go!! - Frank, my local tour guide, was great. A +, he lives in one of the neighboring small towns, pop: 800 but he grew up in California so his english was perfect. It's a drive out to the Mayan ruins sites but he made it pleasant. The site itself was beautiful and so well kept. The sites were great and easy to navigate. I wasn't feeling great so we skipped the lighthouse. Getting connected was a challenge. The compony says they will meet "one hour after ship arrival" but passengers dont know when the ship actually arrives. I walked out and looked and luckily another company asked if they could help me. I exited the entire "port area" and the local authorities were helpful in guiding me. Another tour company said "yes, go around the corner for Chek Ken". everyone was helpful. When I got to right area finally, Frank (Francisco) was right there and the first words he said was "you're early!" A little bit of extra work but worth it. Maybe for each of these local tours give a number to call when we are off the boat since we arrived early. Just a thought. Worth everyone I interacted with was so nice and helpful.
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Stephanie_c
Mar 31, 2026
Buyer Beware!!! - I would not recommend this company. The tour is advertised as a combo with the ruins and the lighthouse however, the tour operator will decide whether they will include the lighthouse, and you will not be compensated for the difference.
If there was a way for me to include the email response that the tour operator sent to Viator, I would do so. As the tour operator shared their thoughts on what a combo tour means to them (the combo is optional, as long as you go to the ruins, they can delete the rest of the tour).
I'm sure the tour operator will respond to my review and try to dispute their deceptive marketing practices and they will also try to blame me the consumer to cover for themselves. But if you are like most tourists, you have worked hard to be able to take yourself, as well as your family on vacation and the money that you spend has value.
As a consumer I am aware of the risks involved when booking excursion reservations with companies such as Chak Ek, so I take responsibility for my loss. But if I can take my experience and share it to help prevent other hard working tourists from being deceived and uncompensated, please proceed with caution with this tour operator.
I have nothing to gain from this review.
Hopefully it will prevent others from having this experience.
The Chacchoben Ruins are amazing just use a different tour operator or better yet, don't book in advance there are lots of taxi drivers that are willing to take you wherever you request, without deception.
Buyer Beware!
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