Archaeological zones Bonampak and Yaxchilan

This is definitely a day to remember, we'll journey through the lush tropical rainforest of Chiapas in order to explore two unique Mayan archaeological sites. After an early (06:00) start we'll head for Bonampak, stopping for breakfast en route. This archaeological site features colourful murals in many of its structures and buildings. The dense jungle that covered Bonampak for a long time helped to preserve the vibrant colours of these wall paintings. Then we'll move on to an embarcadero at Frontera Corozal where we'll board a boat for a journey down the Usumacinta River towards the archaeological site of Yaxchilan. This ancient Mayan settlement, known as the city of the green stones was one of the most important cities of the Mayan culture and is particularly known for its renowned for its beautifully carved lintels and many temples linked by a maze of courtyards and passage ways. These lintels, together with the stelae erected before the major buildings, contain hieroglyphic texts describing the dynastic history of the city. We will have plenty of time to explore the ruins and to climb the highest temple from where we can admire unforgettable views over the surrounding area before returning to our hotel where we will arrive at around 19:00.

This excursion takes between 11 and 15 hours and includes hotel pick up and drop off, breakfast, all transfers and the services of a bilingual guide. Please note that you will have to make your own arrangements for lunch.

We suggest you bring comfortable shoes and clothes, swimwear, sunglasses and a cap, sun block and extra cash.

Address or meeting point

Hotels in palenque.

Hours & minutes

The tour takes 13 hours long.

Start or opening time

06:00 h.

End or closing time

19:00 h.

Guides & companions

Is it done with a guide, a driver and/or an instructor? The tour is done with a tour guide.

Which languages do guide/instructors speak? Spanish and English.

Are they trained in CPR/First Aid? Yes

Shopping information

Are credit/debit cards accepted? Which ones? No.

Content & Specialized items

List all additional items clients need to bring (towels,...) Comfortable clothes, sunblock, mosquitos repellent, gorra and sunglasses.

Meals

Is lunch/dinner included on this tour? The tour includes breakfast and lunch.

What is the category and speciality of the restaurant? Regional food.

Is bottled water and/or soft drinks included with the meals? Yes.

Are there restrooms available? Yes.

Restroom Information

Is there a charge to use any of them? No.

Are there any restroom-only stops during the tour? No.

Physical condition

What is the fitness level required? Good.

Would people with limited mobility have accessibility problems? (to the vehicle, to the restaurant,...) Yes.

Is it feasible for wheelchair-confined persons? No

Advisories

Are there any additional costs? List them Yes, at the archaelogical zones

Which currencies are accepted? Mexican pesos.

Is a waiver required for participation? No.

Product price detail

Departure and Arrival from Palenque Hotels

Age of child

Appropriate age for child ticket from 2 to 11 years

For cancellation up to 3 days, a full refund will be given. For cancellation up to 1 days, 50% refund will be given.