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Overview: Join us on a journey to the ancient place of Mayan pilgrimage known today as Chacchoben, "The Place of Red Corn." At the pier you will be greeted by bilingual guides who will direct you to an air-conditioned bus. Onboard the bus your guide will brief you on the interesting history and unique culture of the tour ahead. The bus ride to Chacchoben is about 50 mins. When you arrive, your guide will escort you through the ruins located deep in the Mayan Jungle, giving you complete explanations of the sacred temples and other structures seen there as well as great information about this ancient civilization. See original red paint on the stucco walls of one of the pyramids and the temple where a mural was found showing the astronomical positions of the planet Venus. You will have time to climb the Gran Basamento taking you above tree level, here archaeologists found ceremonial offerings dating to around 1,000 B.C. Your guide will also explain about the wildlife and medicinal plants that are used by the modern-day descendants of the ancient Mayan people. Tour includes complimentary beverages.
Highlights: Chacchoben Ruins: Tour structures, still completely uncovered, in a secluded jungle setting near the Belize border. Ancient Culture: Frequently populated then abandoned at various points, known human occupation of the site dates from 1000 BC. Mayan Temples: Explore ritual plazas, ceremonial centers, and community areas of an ancient culture, in the lush forest.
Important details and advisements: Guests in wheelchairs and others with mobility challenges should not select this tour. Drive time to ruins is approximately one hour each way. Flash bulbs, tripods and professional video equipment are prohibited at the ruins. Guests using home video cameras will be charged government fee of approximately $5-8 USD payable in cash at site. These tours may be suitable for families with young children. Age restrictions may apply. All participants on this tour are required to complete a waiver and/or release form. This document will be distributed by the tour operator prior to commencing the tour.
Activity Level: Moderate. Full participation may require extended periods of walking over even and uneven surfaces...
Read more: Restrictions: Minimum age: 3 years, Maximum age: 80 years, Maximum weight: 300 pounds,
What to wear: Athletic shoes, Sunglasses, Hat, Non-slip shoes.
What to bring: Credit cards, Insect repellent, Local currency, Biodegradable sunscreen, SeaPass.
Advance reservations and purchases may be made up to 48 hours prior to your sail date.
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I climbed they Mayan steps shown above to reach the upper level. Once at the top, the two Mayan temples shown below can be seen. The steps on the below Mayan temples were roped off and people were not allowed to climb those.
This show lived up to its title. After about 30 minutes into the 50 minute show, it crahsed an burned due to technical difficulties. The show stopped abruptly right in the middle of one of the performance songs. We waited about 20 minutes for the show to resume, but decided to leave at that point after they had not figured out the problem. Since the sound just stopped right in the middle of a number, it looked to me like something had blown a fuse or someone tripped over a cable backstage.
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