Yaxchilan & Bonampak Ruins and Lacandon Jungle from Palenque
Highlights
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In the Late Classic Period Yaxchilan was one of the most powerful Maya states along the course of the Usumacinta River, with Piedras Negras as its major rival.
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Yaxchilan was a large center, important throughout the Classic era, and the dominant power of the Usumacinta River area.
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Yaxchilan is particularly known for its well-preserved sculptured stone lintels set above the doorways of the main structures
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The small city of Bonampak flourished during the mid-8th century as a satellite of the larger Yaxchilán, some 20 miles (30 km) to the north, with which it had maintained political relations since at least the 5th century.
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The principal structure of Bonampak is a large terraced acropolis that sits atop a natural hill.
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Bonampak is best known for the colourful floor-to-ceiling murals that cover the interior walls of a small three-room building on the first level of the acropolis.
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The site’s engraved and sculpted stelae (upright stones) and its detailed murals document the ritual life, war practices, and political dynamics of the Late Classic Period (c. 600–900 CE) of Mesoamerican civilization.
Summary
An experience in the middle of the Jungle that you will not forget. Visit to the Ruins of Yaxchilán, immersed in the exuberant vegetation of the jungle, a boat trip through the impressive Usumacinta River and visit to Bonampak, admiring all the past of the Mayans and where you can appreciate the painted murals and be in direct contact with the descendants of the Mayans! .
Tour info
Duration
13 hours - 14 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Adulto:
(13-74 years)
$145.00
Niños:
(4-12 years)
$130.00
Commentary
Spanish
Meeting Point
Dropoff location
Why take this tour?
Our adventure begins early, picking you up from your hotel and transferring us to the town of Frontera Corozal to visit the Archeological Zone of Yaxchilan. We’ll have time to eat a breakfast buffet on route an then we’ll begin our tour. We’ll take a motor boat (1-hour journey) through the Usumacinta river, frontier with Guatemala, to arrive to this marvelous archeological zone surrounded by the majestic jungle. Yaxchilan was an important city during the classic Mayan period, and they were a dominant power controlling the Usumacinta basin. They dominated other smaller cities such as Bonampak and were ally with Piedras Negras (Black Stones), and during a period Tikal; They were rivals with Palenque, with whom Yaxchilan held a war in the year 654. Yat-Balam, founder of a long dynasty, ascended to throne on the August 2nd of the year 320. Yaxchilan had the biggest apogee on the reign of the King Escudo-Jaguar II, who died past 90 years old in the year 742. (Tour time approx. 2 hours)
By the end of our visit we’ll have to eat and then continue our journey to Bonampak, an archeological zone located in the hear of the Lacandonian Jungle, which had their apogee during the govern of Jaguar-ojo, even though he ascended to throne of Bonampak in 743 A.D. The portrait of the last governor Chaan Muan II whom mandate started in 776 A.D. stayed potraited in the stelaes, lintels and painted murals that are still conserved. (Tour time approx. 1:30 hours) Once we finish our tour we take you to your hotel.
What’s included?
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Round Trip Transportation from Palenque City -
Pickup at Hotels in Palenque -
Entrances fees to the sites mentioned -
Boat trip through the Usumacinta River -
Breakfast buffet on route -
1 meal in Yaxchilan -
Local Guides -
Tips
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Additional meals not mentioned before
Things to know
Before you book
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This tour required 2 persons to complete booking.
Before you go
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All the time and duration of transfer are approximately and it depends of traffic conditions.
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The duration of the boat trip is about 1.30 hours to Yaxchilan, leaving from Frontera Corozal.
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The time of visit of Yaxchilan is about 2 hours
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The time of visit Bonampak is about 1 hour.
Covid Policy
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Cancellation Policy
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Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Redemption information
All the time and duration of transfer are approximately and it depends of traffic conditions.
Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
About operator:
EcoExperiencias Tour Operators is a company that was created in 1999 as a project aimed to offer ecotourism experiences in the major cities, mainly Southeast Mexico and the Riviera Maya. It started with an idea of satisfying the dreams of travelers through experiences surrounded by nature, mysticism and harmony of the ancient cultures that flourished in our country. Our main focus is on adventure, cultural and indigenous heritage travel. We can offer unforgettable experiences in the north and south of Mexico.We try to combine the nature with the adventure as well as offer unique experience in the local communities. Our interest is make these amazing adventures that Mexico has to offer available to every traveler with the world largest distribution channels.
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