CALAKMUL & BACALAR

Discovering the largest tropical forest reserve in Mexico from the Riviera Maya is possible! 3 days to explore the southern part of the peninsula and discover the rich fauna and flora of the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve.

TRAVELER NOTICE

CIRCUIT DETAILS

Highlights of the circuit

  • “Complete” visit of the Calakmul Reserve and discovery of its rich fauna
  • Visit to 3 Maya archaeological sites in the jungle
  • Visit to the Bacalar Lagoon with its seven colors
  • Canoe tour and exploration of several lagoons
  • A circuit combining nature and history, far from the usual routes

Difficulty

Media, requiere una buena condición física.

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PROGRAM

Day 1

A long stretch of road awaits us to spend the night near the entrance of the Calakmul Reserve, part of the “second green lung of America.” Two stops at archaeological sites hidden in lush jungle will punctuate our itinerary. In the late afternoon, near the reserve, we can witness the flight of nearly 2 million bats heading out to hunt. We will spend the night in comfortable “cabañas.”

Day 2

The advantage of sleeping at the gates of the reserve is being among the first, as soon as it opens, and thus increasing our chances of observing the local fauna. In this superb biosphere reserve, monkeys, toucans, ocellated turkeys, coatis, agoutis, foxes, deer, and even the rare jaguars may cross our path early in the morning. Some short hikes may allow us to observe additional species before reaching the immense archaeological site of Calakmul, located in the heart of this vast tropical forest. It’s a day rich in discoveries in the reserve and on the archaeological site of the same name, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as a mixed cultural and natural heritage. We will then head towards the city of Bacalar and its lagoon of seven colors where we will spend the night.

Day 3

Our exploration continues with a long canoe tour on the famous lagoon, followed by different “waterways” away from tourist circuits, before exploring a part of the jungle accessible only by paddle. We will replenish our energy with a seafood meal before returning to the Riviera Maya.

Day 1

A long stretch of road awaits us to spend the night near the entrance of the Calakmul Reserve, part of the “second green lung of America.” Two stops at archaeological sites hidden in lush jungle will punctuate our itinerary. In the late afternoon, near the reserve, we can witness the flight of nearly 2 million bats heading out to hunt. We will spend the night in comfortable “cabañas.”

Day 2

The advantage of sleeping at the gates of the reserve is being among the first, as soon as it opens, and thus increasing our chances of observing the local fauna. In this superb biosphere reserve, monkeys, toucans, ocellated turkeys, coatis, agoutis, foxes, deer, and even the rare jaguars may cross our path early in the morning. Some short hikes may allow us to observe additional species before reaching the immense archaeological site of Calakmul, located in the heart of this vast tropical forest. It’s a day rich in discoveries in the reserve and on the archaeological site of the same name, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as a mixed cultural and natural heritage. We will then head towards the city of Bacalar and its lagoon of seven colors where we will spend the night.

Day 3

Our exploration continues with a long canoe tour on the famous lagoon, followed by different “waterways” away from tourist circuits, before exploring a part of the jungle accessible only by paddle. We will replenish our energy with a seafood meal before returning to the Riviera Maya.

PRACTICAL INFO

Included

  • Transportation from Riviera Maya
  • Specialized guide
  • 2 nights in hotel and cabañas (based on double occupancy)
  • Choice of snacks and soft drinks on board
  • Breakfasts
  • Lunches
  • Entrance fees to archaeological sites
  • Entrance fees to the reserve
  • Canoe tour
  • Insurance

Not Included

  • Dinners
  • Alcoholic beverages during meals
  • Tips
  • Personal souvenir purchases

An expedition for explorers

3 days to discover an incredible and extremely rich wildlife reserve, 3 “lost” archaeological sites in the jungle, lagoons just for us, accessible only by small boat. Hiking, canoeing, exploration, and animals: a tour for all nature lovers.

PRICES

Prix du Circuit

Tous nos prix sont en Pesos Mexicains et par personne. 

  • 2 people $24,000 Mxn / person
  • 3 people $18,500 Mxn / person
  • 4 people $15,000 Mxn / person
  • 5 people $13,500 Mxn / person
  • 6 people $12,000 Mxn / person
  • 7 people $11,500 Mxn / person
  • 8 people $11,500 Mxn / person
  • 9 people $11,000 Mxn / person
  • 10 people $10,500 Mxn / person
/ person

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