Private Tour: Ek Balam, Pink Flamingos Sanctuary and Tequila Tasting Factory

Highlights

Begin with pickup at your hotel in Cancun, and travel to Ek Balam in a private car, passing the historic, 'Pueblo Magico' town of Valladolid. El Balam — whose Maya name translates to ‘black jaguar’ — is well-preserved and exquisite, and the perfect place to visit an ancient city away from the crowds. See the forbidding sculptures that guard the ‘kingdom of the dead,’ and climb the side of Ek Balam’s largest pyramid to see bright plaster decorations and reflecting pools. Continue to the Gulf Coast, which is among Mexico’s most important places for migratory birds, and travel along the shoreline in a small boat. See Cayman crocodiles along the edge of the mangroves, and steer past great flocks of flamingoes that feed in the salt-rich, shallow water. Make the final stop of the day at a local tequila factory, where you can follow the production process from beginning to end and taste Mexico’s national spirit. After the tequila tasting, make the return trip to Cancun for drop-off at your hotel.

Summary

Begin with pickup at your hotel in Cancun, and travel to Ek Balam in a private car, passing the historic, 'Pueblo Magico' town of Valladolid. El Balam — whose Maya name translates to ‘black jaguar’ — is well-preserved and exquisite, and the perfect place to visit an ancient city away from the crowds. See the forbidding sculptures that guard the ‘kingdom of the dead,’ and climb the side of Ek Balam’s largest pyramid to see bright plaster decorations and reflecting pools. Continue to the Gulf Coast, which is among Mexico’s most important places for migratory birds, and travel along the shoreline in a small boat. See Cayman crocodiles along the edge of the mangroves, and steer past great flocks of flamingoes that feed in the salt-rich, shallow water. Make the final stop of the day at a local tequila factory, where you can follow the production process from beginning to end and taste Mexico’s national spirit. After the tequila tasting, make the return trip to Cancun for drop-off at your hotel.

Tour info

Duration

12 hours

Why take this tour?

Ek Balam translated from the Mayan language as black jaguar, is a well-preserved Maya City which you'll get to visit on this private tour. See its main buildings and then see flocks of pink flamingos in their sanctuary in the Gulf Coast. Finally, go tequila tasting at a factory. Your tour includes transport and a guide.

What’s included?

Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private transportation
Entrance Fee
Private boat
Entry/Admission - Ek Balam
Entry/Admission - Las Coloradas
Entry/Admission - Mayapan Traditional Agave Distillery
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 12h
Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Operator Website

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Trip To Mexico

About operator:

Tour Operator in Mexico, specializing in the creation of Unique trips. We offer all the necessary services to make the perfect trip, down to the smallest detail. Whether it’s a family trip, a romantic getaway, or a Honey, a trip with friends, or even a corporate event, we will make your rest in Mexico unforgettable and worry free. We have high level transportation, knowledgeable guides, reliable partners, highly trained personnel and personalized attention for each of our clients. These are the working tools that allow us to organize for you the best rest in Mexico!