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Mayan Trail: Ek Balam, Sacred Cenote and Local Food

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We started at dawn, when we passed by you. Our vehicle is the first portal to a sacred day. Ek Balam is not just a destination: it is a journey into the living soul of the Mayans and the jungle.
The earth welcomes you. Between trees and sacred structures, you cross the threshold into a space where time stands still and the jungle whispers the secrets of the ancients.
You can visit the museum, walk without rushing and at your own pace. Here every moment is sacred, and time is lived… it doesn’t run away.
The ecological path is more than a path: it is a calling. Every step through the jungle brings you closer to the aluxes, invisible guardians of the forest, who look after the ancestral soul of the place.
The ruins are not asleep. They breathe. Ek Balam vibrates with the energy of the Mayan ancestors. Here, each stone honors a living story that touches the soul and awakens memory.

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Overview

Discover the majesty of Ek Balam, in the municipality of Temozón, a jewel in the heart of Yucatán. Discover the living Mayan region, surrounded by jungle and tradition. Walk among the ruins of an ancient sacred city, cool off in the crystal-clear waters of a cenote, and savor a traditional meal made with local ingredients. This private experience combines adventure, culture, and nature in a single day.
Ideal for those who want to explore Yucatán not only with all five senses… but with all twenty.

What's Included

  • Carbonated beverages Refreshing water on board.
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Meals The cost DE food is NO included, cost approx. $300 c/u.
  • Gratuities
  • ENTRANCE FEES are NO longer included EN the tour price. Access is paid directly EN you at the box office and may vary depending on whether you are Mexican or foreign. Carry cash EN Mexican pesos.
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup is included from hotels in Valladolid, Yucatán, or from prearranged meeting points. Please be ready 10 minutes before the indicated check-in time at the main entrance of your accommodation. If any issues arise, don't worry: just let us know ahead of time and we'll be happy to coordinate with you. Our tour vehicle is marked and will arrive with plenty of energy to begin this experience without rushing, at your own pace.

What To Expect

Ek Balam

The jungle opens a clearing to reveal Ek Balam, the “Black Jaguar” of the ancient Mayans. As you cross the threshold of green ceibas and toucan songs, you are greeted by a museum with pieces that whisper stories of kings, artisans, and astronomers who dominated the sky and corn.Further ahead, the pyramids rise like sleeping giants. The Acropolis, with its stucco mask and bat wings, invites you to ascend step by step, almost as if each step were the syllable of an ancient chant. From above, an endless sea of green treetops stretches out to the horizon, while the breeze carries with it the echo of the sacred jaguar that still guards these lands.At Ek Balam, time stands still: a journey of a few kilometers, but immense in revelations, where each visitor becomes an explorer of legends and, for a moment, a guardian of the memory of the Mayan people.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

X'Canche Cenote

X'Canché Cenote – Sacred portal of water and silenceAfter exploring the ceremonial heights of Ek Balam, we took a dirt path between ceibas and murmurings towards the X'Canché cenote, underground custodian of the Mayan territory itself.There, after a gentle ride on a bike, on foot, or by car, you descend a wooden walkway to a turquoise pool surrounded by hanging roots and living walls.You can swim in its crystal-clear waters, zip line, or rappel, while birds circle overhead and the light falls like a prayer.It is an experience of purification and connection, operated by a Mayan cooperative that preserves the spirit of the place.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Ek Balam Village

In addition to the ruins and the cenote, the experience includes a brief stop in the village of Ek Balam, a vibrant community where history continues to live through the Mayan language, artisan hands, and wood-burning stoves.Here you'll discover an authentic setting, with traditional houses, family gardens, and faces that speak volumes. It's a space to observe with respect and, if the opportunity arises, share a greeting or a smile with those who inhabit these ancestral lands.A reminder that Mayan culture isn't just studied: it's alive and well.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Temozon

Temozón – Deep flavor of YucatánIn the heart of the municipality that shelters Ek Balam lies Temozón, a town renowned for something that transcends borders: its smoked meat, considered by many to be the best in all of Mexico.As you walk through its quiet streets, the scent of local wood smoke perfumes the air. Here, families have perfected the art of smoking pork and beef for generations, using ancient techniques in stone ovens.During the experience, you can stop to try this delicacy at one of the traditional butcher shops or family-run restaurants, where flavor is not just food: it is identity, memory, and celebration. An ideal stop to close the day with a deep and authentic delight.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • If you have any medical questions, please consult us before booking. We are here to help.
  • Additional stops may be made if a traveler needs a rest break.
  • We can adapt the experience for older adults, provided they are able to walk without assistance.
  • The vehicle has air conditioning and comfortable space.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mayan Trail: Ek Balam, Sacred Cenote and Local Food?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mayan Trail: Ek Balam, Sacred Cenote and Local Food?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Carbonated beverages. Refreshing water on board.
  • Private transportation.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Entrance fee to the Ek Balam archaeological site and its cenote.
The following is NOT included:
  • Meals. The cost DE food is NO included, cost approx. $300 c/u.
  • Gratuities.
  • ENTRANCE FEES are NO longer included EN the tour price. Access is paid directly EN you at the box office and may vary depending on whether you are Mexican or foreign. Carry cash EN Mexican pesos.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the Mayan Trail: Ek Balam, Sacred Cenote and Local Food is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • If you have any medical questions, please consult us before booking. We are here to help.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mayan Trail: Ek Balam, Sacred Cenote and Local Food will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Carbonated beveragesRefreshing water on board.
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fee to the Ek Balam archaeological site and its cenote.
  • MealsThe cost DE food is NO included, cost approx. $300 c/u.
  • Gratuities
  • ENTRANCE FEES are NO longer included EN the tour price. Access is paid directly EN you at the box office and may vary depending on whether you are Mexican or foreign. Carry cash EN Mexican pesos.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • If you have any medical questions, please consult us before booking. We are here to help.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • The tour is conducted at a leisurely pace, ideal for people who prefer to walk without rushing.
  • Additional stops may be made if a traveler needs a rest break.
  • We can adapt the experience for older adults, provided they are able to walk without assistance.
  • The vehicle has air conditioning and comfortable space.
  • If you have limited mobility, you can skip the nature trail or the climb to the acropolis and still enjoy the site from below.
  • The cenote does not have an elevator; access is via stairs (with handrails).
  • We offer assistance with boarding or disembarking if requested in advance.

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