Immerse yourself in an Indiana Jones experience! Coba – still mostly hidden in the jungle – continues to reveal its ancient secrets to modern-day explorers. Once a trading center of the Maya, this archaeological site dates back 1,500 years. Climb the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan, the Nohoch Muul Temple and gaze out over a series of lagoons that surround the archaeological site. Discover large hand-etched stone tablets predicting an astronomical event to occur in 2011! Then it’s off to a cenote - a unique geological phenomenon. Ancient Mayan mythology considered cenotes to be sacred entrances into the underworld. Jump in for a refreshing swim as you admire the natural beauty surrounding you. Later in the day visit a Mayan village & observe ancestral traditions & customs still present in the villagers’ daily routines. Mayan families welcome you into their homes, showing you aspects of their daily life like construction, hunting, agriculture, cuisine, religion, weaving & embroidery. An eye-opening day you wish wouldn't end.
Included:
- A/C transportation from your resort
- Bi-lingual Guide
- Entrance to archaeological zone
- Soft drinks and bottled water on board
- Lunch & beverages
- All taxes
- Wear:
- light, comfortable clothing
- bathing suit under shorts
- comfortable footwear for unpaved paths
- Bring:
- Extra t-shirt
- a hat, sunglasses and
bio-degradable sunblock
- towel
- camera, extra batteries, film/disc
- insect repellent
- additional cash for souvenirs
- Tipping – Discretional
Sunblock
Video cameras require a special government fee of approx. $4.00 US. No tripods permitted without additional permits.
For those who do not want to walk the archaeological zone, there are tri-cycle taxies available for rent.
Duration:
Approximately 8 hours
*Children under five are complimentary but must sit on a paying passengers lap.
