Coba Maya Encounter

Highlights / General details

Come and experience the richness of the Mayan World. Discover Coba and climb the tallest pyramid in the Northern part of the Yucatan Peninsula. Visit a Mayan village, cohabit with the descendants of this most admirable Pre-Hispanic civilization and participate in the preservation of their cultural and natural heritage. Paddle on a lagoon of enormous beauty. Make a thrilling rappel descent. Swim in the transparency of age-old “Cenotes” and soar on the zip-line above the Mayan Jungle.

Inclusion

Transportation in air-conditioned van; All day multilingual adventure guide; Mayan guides at locations; Entrance fee to Coba; Qualified archaeological guide in Coba; Kayak or canoe; Rappel and zip-line gear; Lunch and soft drinks.

Exclusion

Alcoholic drinks, Photos, Gratuities.

Hours of operation

Available: Daily, except Sunday. Please reconfirm time of pick with your Olympus Tours representative at your hotel.

Duration

Approximatley 6 hours.

Location Departs from your hotel lobby.

Itinerary Coba is an ancient Mayan village in the state of Quintana Roo. In its day, Coba was home to over 50,000 inhabitants. Coba had gained economic control over the region, trading extensively with other Mayan communities in what today is known as, Mexico, Belize and Honduras. The only access to this once commercial city was through rough stone and plaster roads, known in Mayan as “sacbe”. Surrounded by two large lagoons, Coba boasts archeological wonders and is home to the tallest Mayan pyramid in the Yucatan region: the Nohoch Mul Pyramid, which rises an impressive 140 feet (42 meters) above the rainforest floor. You can climb all the way to the top and enjoy panoramic views of the miles of jungle that surrounds this archeological site. A multilingual guide will give you an overview and history of the city, then you will be free to explore at your own pace. You will also have the opportunity to kayak or canoe in the beautiful lagoon, swim in the crystal clear cenotes and rappel above the Mayan jungle. Next stop is Chimuch, a small village, where you can observe how locals live, watch them make tortillas and you will be served an authentic homemade Yucatan buffet.

Participant restrictions

Children under the age of 6 years old, may participate under the responsibility and direct supervision of a responsible parent or family member. This expedition is not recommended for people with severe physical and motor handicap, or serious heart problems. It is not suggested for oversized people (over 264 pounds) or people who are not able to handle physical activity. It is definitely not recommended for pregnant women. People under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be allowed to participate in this expedition.

Additional Information Please wear comfortable shoes to walk in the jungle, swim wear, extra T-shirt, towel, camera and extra cash for tips, pictures and souvenirs.

Itinerary

Coba is an ancient Mayan village in the state of Quintana Roo. In its day, Coba was home to over 50,000 inhabitants. Coba had gained economic control over the region, trading extensively with other Mayan communities in what today is known as, Mexico, Belize and Honduras. The only access to this once commercial city was through rough stone and plaster roads, known in Mayan as “sacbe”. Surrounded by two large lagoons, Coba boasts archeological wonders and is home to the tallest Mayan pyramid in the Yucatan region: the Nohoch Mul Pyramid, which rises an impressive 140 feet (42 meters) above the rainforest floor. You can climb all the way to the top and enjoy panoramic views of the miles of jungle that surrounds this archeological site. A multilingual guide will give you an overview and history of the city, then you will be free to explore at your own pace. You will also have the opportunity to kayak or canoe in the beautiful lagoon, swim in the crystal clear cenotes and rappel above the Mayan jungle. Next stop is Chimuch, a small village, where you can observe how locals live, watch them make tortillas and you will be served an authentic homemade Yucatan buffet.

Participant restrictions Children under the age of 6 years old, may participate under the responsibility and direct supervision of a responsible parent or family member. This expedition is not recommended for people with severe physical and motor handicap, or serious heart problems. It is not suggested for oversized people (over 264 pounds) or people who are not able to handle physical activity. It is definitely not recommended for pregnant women. People under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be allowed to participate in this expedition.

Location

Departs from your hotel lobby.

Itinerary Coba is an ancient Mayan village in the state of Quintana Roo. In its day, Coba was home to over 50,000 inhabitants. Coba had gained economic control over the region, trading extensively with other Mayan communities in what today is known as, Mexico, Belize and Honduras. The only access to this once commercial city was through rough stone and plaster roads, known in Mayan as “sacbe”. Surrounded by two large lagoons, Coba boasts archeological wonders and is home to the tallest Mayan pyramid in the Yucatan region: the Nohoch Mul Pyramid, which rises an impressive 140 feet (42 meters) above the rainforest floor. You can climb all the way to the top and enjoy panoramic views of the miles of jungle that surrounds this archeological site. A multilingual guide will give you an overview and history of the city, then you will be free to explore at your own pace. You will also have the opportunity to kayak or canoe in the beautiful lagoon, swim in the crystal clear cenotes and rappel above the Mayan jungle. Next stop is Chimuch, a small village, where you can observe how locals live, watch them make tortillas and you will be served an authentic homemade Yucatan buffet.

Participant restrictions Children under the age of 6 years old, may participate under the responsibility and direct supervision of a responsible parent or family member. This expedition is not recommended for people with severe physical and motor handicap, or serious heart problems. It is not suggested for oversized people (over 264 pounds) or people who are not able to handle physical activity. It is definitely not recommended for pregnant women. People under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be allowed to participate in this expedition.

Additional Information Please wear comfortable shoes to walk in the jungle, swim wear, extra T-shirt, towel, camera and extra cash for tips, pictures and souvenirs.

Policies Please confirm reservation 48 hours in advance with Olympus Tours Cancun office or see your Olympus Tours Representative at the hotel upon arrival. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation