Ek Balam and Cenote Off the Beaten Path Experience from Mérida

New9 hFree cancellationBy Aventura en el Mayab

About this activity

This experience is designed for travelers looking to go beyond Yucatán’s most famous archaeological sites and discover a more authentic, off-the-beaten-path side of the region. Explore a lesser-known Maya city and its impressive acropolis, visit a special cenote, and enjoy traditional Yucatecan cuisine along the way.

We operate this experience with the same high standards of quality, service, safety, and attention to detail that characterize Aventura en el Mayab. We believe that the best experiences are not only about the places you visit, but also about how you experience them.

This tour is currently offered primarily in small groups, allowing for a more personal, relaxed, and genuine experience.

We also invite you to explore other experiences in Yucatán, consistently among the top-rated experiences on the platforms where we operate.

What's included

✓Round-trip transportation from Mérida
✓Traditional Yucatecan lunch with lomitos, pibil chicken, chaya & cheese empanadas, rice, beans, salad, spaghetti and dessert. Beverages not included.
✓Guided tour inside the archaeological site with an official guide
✓Swimming masks (covering the eyes and nose) and life jackets are provided. Snorkel tubes are not provided.
✓Admission to the Cenote

Not included

✕Admission to the Ek Balam archaeological site.

Meeting and pickup

We usually park on Calle 47, at the corner of Calle 60, by Parque Santa Ana. You’ll be able to see the vans there, and our guides will be waiting and keeping an eye out for you.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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