The Temple of the Mayan Sun — Private Tour to the Ruins of Kohunlich

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About this activity

Skip the crowds. See something real.

While everyone else heads to Chichen Itza, you'll stand before the Maya Sun Temple at Kohunlich — five massive Sun God faces carved in stone, perfectly preserved after over a thousand years. One of the most stunning archaeological secrets in all of Mexico, and almost nobody knows it exists.

This is a private tour. No strangers, no rushing, no surprise fees. We pick you up at your door, drive you through the jungle, and bring you back. Your certified English-speaking guide handles everything — tickets, history, stories, photos.

One hour south of Bacalar. Zero crowds. All yours.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–7 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–13
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: CALAKMUL & BACALAR ACTIVITIES

Ages: Children (5–11 years) · Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Permission for video filming for a device
Included: Soft drinks and bottled water in icebox
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Tickets included — no surprise fees at the ticket office
Included: Professional local driver — Spanish speaking
Included: Certified native English guide to the ruins
Included: We wait for you — no rush, we will take you back to your accommodation
Included: Fresh seasonal fruit — locally sourced
Included: Pickup from your accommodation — we arrive to you, no meeting points

Not included

Not included: Tips for your guide and driver — appreciated but never mandatory
Not included: Personal expenses

Itinerary

Kohunlich

5 hours Admission included

1.-We start with the pick-up at the hotel or meeting point.

2.- We leave for the Kohunlich Archaeological Zone. with a journey of 1 hour and 15 minutes.

3.- Explore the ancient ruins of Kohunlich, the most beautiful! From the south of Quintana Roo, which has multiple buildings with different uses, from residential spaces, palaces, government buildings, public squares, temples and a Mesoamerican ball game.

In addition to being completely surrounded by an impressive palm forest.

The approximate time exploring the site is between 2 to 3 hours, varying depending on the group and weather conditions.

Upon arrival there will be 10 minutes to get ready, prepare. your equipment and use the services, then we begin the walk on the site, to see the most outstanding monuments of the pre-Hispanic city.

4.- Return to the hotel or meeting point. with a journey of approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

5.- farewell and end of the tour.
Zona Arqueologica de Dzibanche - Kinichna

2 hours Admission included

Upgrade : Visit to Dzibanché

If you choose the optional upgrade, your experience will continue with a guided tour of the stunning archaeological area of Dzibanché, one of the most important Mayan cities in southern Quintana Roo. Walk among monumental pyramids and wide ceremonial squares surrounded by jungle, learn about Dzibanché’s role as an ancient political and ceremonial capital, and enjoy a quiet exploration, away from the crowds found in the most famous archaeological sites.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Casa La Joya Bacalar
Hotel Diosa Del Agua
Bluebayou Bacalar
Amainah Bacalar
Azul Maria Bacalar
19 Dias 500 Noches Rooms & Hotel
Puerta Del Cielo Hotel Origen
Hotel Ek Chuah
Finca Quetzal
Hotel Xcabal
Jungla maya hotel
Hotel Krikas

and 107 more pickup points

Contact by the means provided through Viator/Tripadvisor. Make your inquiries in English or Spanish. We await your message to agree.

Using your ticket

Present tickets and identification.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
70% of the site's walking area is accessible to wheelchairs or strollers. But they could only look at the pre-Hispanic monuments from the base.

Options

Kohunlich: The Temple of the Sun

Private Tour to Kohunlich: Private tour, no crowds. Climb the pyramids and watch the Temple of the Mayan Sun — the only one of its kind in the world.

Pickup included
Dzibanché: The Kaan Dynasty

Cradle of Kings of the Mayan World: The first capital of the most powerful dynasty in the Mayan world. 40 meter acropolis and a royal mausoleum unique in Mesoamerica

Pickup included