Progreso Mayapan Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim Excursion

Description

• Round-trip transportation from your Progreso cruise terminal area!
• Fully licensed, insured, and air-conditioned shore excursion transportation!
  
• English-speaking shore excursion guide!
  
• Entrance to Mayapan archeological site!
  
• Entrance to Nah Yah cenote!
  
• Complimentary bottled water!
  

Spend your day immersing yourself in ancient Mayan culture at the Ruins of Mayapan. Afterward, embark on an adventure deep into the heart of the Yucatán Peninsula to explore the Nah Yah Cenote, a stunning freshwater pool where you can swim. With the guidance of your local expert, discover the temples and ruins of the ancient Mayan capital, then descend a wooden staircase into the cenote's cool, refreshing waters.

Once at Mayapan, you’ll first notice the 5.65-mile (9.1 km) defensive wall that surrounds the site, believed to be the largest of its kind in Mesoamerica. Archaeological evidence indicates that Mayapan was the capital of the Mayans during the Late Post-Classic period. Your expert guide will take you through the most important structures, including the largest pyramid, the Temple of Kukulcán, as well as the ceremonial center, which features oratories, colonnaded halls, temples, shrines, platforms, and altars. An estimated 12,000 people once lived within the walled city. After about 45 minutes of exploring, you'll return to your transport for the short 15-minute ride to Nah Yah Cenote.

At Nah Yah, step off the bus and into the surrounding jungle. Follow your guide to a wooden staircase that leads 27 feet (9 meters) down into a stunning underground pool. As your eyes adjust, you’ll be greeted by the sparkling blue waters of the cenote, surrounded by limestone formations. The cenote measures 72 feet (22 meters) long by 78 feet (24 meters) wide, with a maximum depth of 88 feet (27 meters). Jump into the crystal-clear water from the wooden platform, but remember, sunscreen isn’t allowed to protect the delicate ecosystem.

After about 30 minutes of swimming, you'll return to your transportation for the drive back to Progreso. From there, you can either catch the complimentary shuttle to your cruise ship or explore the city on your own (time permitting) before heading back.

What is included?

• Round-trip transportation from your Progreso cruise terminal area.
• Fully licensed, insured, and air-conditioned shore excursion transportation.
  
• English-speaking shore excursion guide.
  
• Entrance to Mayapan archeological site.
  
• Entrance to Nah Yah cenote.
  
• Complimentary bottled water.

Excursion Notes

• We recommend bringing a swimsuit under comfortable clothes, comfortable shoes, a camera, sun protection, and cash to pay the balance, tips, additional food, drinks, etc.
• Please note that you are part of a group and may need to wait for others to arrive.

Where we meet

For this Progreso Mayapan Mayan Ruins and Cenote Swim Excursion, you will meet at your cruise ship terminal area. All necessary details will be printed on your Electronic Shore Excursion Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• This excursion is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs or those with any mobility or knee issues.
  
• Children must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times.

Excursion FAQ

Cancellation

• Your ship arrives into port late and you cannot make it in time to the meeting location (we will verify with the tour operator).
• Your ship skips/misses the port.
• Weather conditions or equipment failure prevents the operator from running the excursion.
• A medical problem prevents you from safely participating in the excursion (we will verify with the excursion operator and the guest may send doctor's note). This applies to individuals only and not the remainder of the group.
  
• Cancellations/deposit refund requests that do not comply with the above may not be subject to refund.
• Refunds may be subject to a service charge fee as determined by the payment processor, please refer to Terms and Conditions for more information.