Mayan World: Explore Ichkabal & Bacalar

Explore Ichkabal Ruins, savor local farm delights, and swim in Cenote Azul’s turquoise waters. Discover Mayan magic and nature’s beauty.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ichkabal - Nestled deep within the jungle, Ichkabal stands as one of the most significant and enigmatic Mayan cities ever unearthed. Once serving as a political and spiritual hub, it was instrumental in the development of the ancient Mayan civilization. Following extensive research and restoration, Ichkabal has recently become accessible to the…
What's Included
  • Life jacket
  • Entrance fees to all visited sites
  • Snorkeling Mask
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Breakfast
  • Drone shots
Additional Information

Join us to start your adventure with excitement in the enchanting Bacalar!
Explore the region’s highlights with two adaptable tour options. All entrance fees are covered, ensuring a seamless and relaxing experience. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Bacalar are provided.
Option 1 – Ichkabal Ruins + Breakfast:
(8:30 AM–12:30 PM): Begin with an early…

Location
AmarBacalar
We are waiting for you at the reception of the Amar Bacalar Hotel. The tour leader is waiting for you at the reception.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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P6811txpatriciav
Apr 15, 2026
Best option tour i'm Bacalar to Ichkabal, / La mejor opción de tour en Bacalar a Ichkabal - If you're in Bacalar, the excursion with Mehran to Ichkabal is a must; the experience is magical. Being picked up from your hotel is very convenient, and the guides are charming and very friendly. They know the local customs, so they'll make sure you're well-informed throughout the tour. Mehran and Eli are excellent guides. The drive to Ichkabal is beautiful, as it's deep in the jungle, and you might even have the chance to see a jaguar and other wildlife. The stop with the local family for breakfast is a magical moment; they prepare delicious food and coffee. Plus, their prices are very reasonable compared to other tour companies. I highly recommend this excursion; you won't regret it. Si estás en Bacalar, la excursión con Mehran a Ichkabal es imprescindible; la experiencia es mágica. El hecho de que te recojan en el hotel es muy práctico, y los guías son encantadores y muy amables. Conocen las normas del lugar, así que se asegurarán de que estés bien informado durante el recorrido. Mehran y Eli son excelentes guías. El camino a Ichkabal es precioso, ya que está en medio de la selva, y puede que tengas la oportunidad de ver un jaguar y diversa fauna. La parada con la familia local para desayunar es un momento mágico; preparan comida y café deliciosos. Además de que el precio que manejan es muy bueno en comparación a otras empresas turísticas. Recomiendo la excursión al 100%, no te arrepentirás.
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Edmund_s
Apr 15, 2026
A Lovely Tour - Our hosts were friendly, kind and knowledgeable about the site—which has only recently opened. Lunch was delicious and taken in a quiet food spot with a local family and their adorable daughter. Going to the site in the morning allowed us to be some of the first—and only—visitors which always makes a visit extra special, too!
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238leneu
Apr 13, 2026
Amazing!! - Mehran was punctual with pick up and the whole tour went smoothly. From being one of the only groups to be at the ichkabal ruins in the morning and getting to see the good spots first. Then to a lovely breakfast with a small family in the forest was really good and the food provided was amazing. Then at los Rápidos was an amazing experience and topping it off with his drone shots! Would 100% recommend this tour if you want to get the most out of Bacalar.
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Solovino10
Apr 12, 2026
Fun, easy and memorable! - Mehran and Ella are an amazing duo! Very well organized tour! They clearly love sharing new experiences with travelers, and their knowledge of Ichkabal and Bacalar.
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Hieun663
Apr 11, 2026
Very good experience and price - I visited Ichkabal and had a really great experience. The tour guide was excellent, very knowledgeable, and took great care of us throughout the day. The ruins are impressive and still relatively untouched, with very few tourists, which made the experience even more special. I especially enjoyed Los Rapidos Bacalar, which was a very relaxing and unique stop during the tour. Overall, I had a really good time and can fully recommend it. The price is definitely worth it.
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Reza_g
Apr 6, 2026
Bacalar Ichkabal Tour - This was a fantastic experience. Our guide was incredibly friendly and we enjoyed a delicious breakfast at the end. We highly recommend this tour and the guide.
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Sh00kae
Apr 4, 2026
Highly recommend this tour! - This tour was absolutely incredible; honestly worth far more than what you pay. We started by visiting the Mayan structures in Ichkabal, which was such a unique and fascinating experience. After that, we had an amazing breakfast with locals, which made the whole experience feel authentic and special. Next, we headed to Los Rápidos, where we enjoyed a beautiful swim through the canal—definitely one of the highlights of the day. The restaurant there was also very good; we ordered food and drinks and had a great time relaxing. A big shoutout to Mehran, who was an amazing guide; very knowledgeable, fun, and made the whole tour even more enjoyable. The van was very clean, and everything was extremely well organized from start to finish. Highly recommend this tour!
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Roving15173308843
Apr 3, 2026
Great experience Bacalar Ichkabal Tour - We had a wonderful experience. Mehran was a very friendly guide and the breakfast was delicious.
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Gerryse950hz
Mar 26, 2026
Great tour of Ichkabal - It was an incredible experience to tour the Ichkabal site. The temple and other buildings are a reminder of what an important city Ichkabal was in the past. Our guide Mehran was wonderful.
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717adeleh
Mar 21, 2026
A great day out. - Am early start meant that we got to the Mayan site early, and were there first visitors. It was cooler , and easy to walk around. It’s a new site and has clear paths and signage. We even saw the crocodile in the lagoon. On the way back tonBacalar we stopped and Mehran made us a fantastic breakfast which we ate in the woods. The raids in Bacalar were fun, and we spent several hours there. Meehan did some drone footage of us in the rapids.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).