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A full‑day trip from Cancún that pairs the recently restored Maya site of Ek Balam with the dramatic sinkhole of Cenote Maya Park. Hike up the Acropolis, join a shaman’s blessing, and choose from zipline, Tarzan‑vine or a 26 m rappel into crystal cenote waters.
A full‑day trip from Cancún that pairs the recently restored Maya site of Ek Balam with the dramatic sinkhole of Cenote Maya Park. Hike up the Acropolis, join a shaman’s blessing, and choose from zipline, Tarzan‑vine or a 26 m rappel into crystal cenote waters.
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Operated by Cancun Vacation Experts · Valladolid, Yucatán
You step off the bus into humidity that clings to the skin and jungle sounds that seem to push you toward stone. The broad face of Ek Balam’s Acropolis rises above the trees, its jaguar-head sculptures watching the path as you climb sharp limestone steps to a viewpoint that opens across the low Yucatán plain.
moderate.
11 hours.
Moderate fitness; able to climb uneven stone steps, stand for guided walks and swim comfortably for short periods.
Yes — the tour includes hotel pickup and drop‑off in Cancún and the Riviera Maya; you’ll be given a pickup window when you confirm.
Minimum age is 6; the tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries. Inform the operator of special needs when booking.
While basic swimming comfort is recommended for cenote activities, the rappel specifically requires you to be comfortable in water in case of entry; guides supervise all equipment.
The maximum weight for the rappel is 120 kg (264 lbs); alternative activities like swimming or zipline are available if you exceed the limit.
Ek Balam was a late‑classic Maya ceremonial center known for elaborate stucco and high‑relief sculpture; recent excavations exposed well‑preserved facades and burials.
Cenotes are fragile karst features—operators limit use and promote biodegradable products; visitors should follow rules about touching formations and disposing of trash.
Cancun Vacation Experts operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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