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Ancient Cozumel, Mayan Ball Game and Tastings

Cozumel, Mexicoby Cozumel Experience Tours

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 40 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

We will take you to a special place where the past comes to life. There, you will witness a fascinating recreation of the ancient Mayan ball game, a ritualistic sport full of symbolism and athletic prowess. Next, prepare for a unique tasting experience that highlights the authentic flavors of Yucatan. • Tortillas : Watch as a local expert prepares corn tortillas in front of you and tastes their warm, earthy flavor. • Chocolate : Discover the Mayan roots of chocolate while learning about cocoa bean and enjoying a traditional Mayan chocolate tasting. • Honey : Try the liquid gold of the region : honey produced by the incredible stingless Mayan bee (Melipona beecheii), a sacred species for the Mayan people with a unique, delicious and medicinal flavor. • Tequila : No trip to Mexico is complete without testing it. Learn about the agave plant and enjoy a tasting of premium tequilas, from soft whites to deep rests.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Shopping time black coral factory
  • Tastings of Corn, Honey, Chocolate and Artisan Tequila Omelette
  • Mayan Ball Game
  • Entrance to the park "La Kiin"
  • Guide in Spanish and English
  • Sikil pak paste "squash seed and tomatoes"
  • Monument to Mestizaje and Hispanicity
  • Tips

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Cozumel

    3 hours

    We will visit the park "La Kiin" located 5 minutes from the cruise ports of Puerta Maya and ssa mexico. We will revive the Pok Ta Pok, the ancient ball game of the Maya! It's not a match, it's a sacred battle where Mayan warriors hit a 4kg ball with their hips. Witness the rite written in the holy book "The Popol Vuh: the struggle between life and death". The prize? Captain's sacrifice. Live it live! Here you will walk a path to visit the huts and taste the corn tortilla with a rich sikil pak, artisan chocolate, honey and tequila. At the end of the tastings and to conclude we will visit the monuments of great importance in the history of Mayan culture and the shop of a local artisan.

  2. 2

    The Black Coral Factory By "Luis Calaca"

    30 min

    We will stop at a local artisan’s black coral shop to see their products and learn the story of how they start this trade.

Meeting and pickup

Head to the exit of the tax dock on the swallows and wait for your guide who will be wearing your T-shirt with the logo of the company Cozumel Experience Tours

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End point

Head to the exit of the tax dock on the swallows and wait for your guide who will be wearing your T-shirt with the logo of the company Cozumel Experience Tours

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Participants must be able to get on and off the transport at their own expense

Cancellation policy

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

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