Mexico · Archaeology

Private tour of Muyil Archaeological Site & Sian Ka'an Lazy River

6 Hours Round trip from Tulum Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the jungle-covered archaeological site of Muyil
02 Learn about Maya history with an expert guide
03 Walk an ecopath through the jungle and climb a watch tower
04 Cross freshwater lagoons by boat
05 Float for over 30 minutes in the Sian Ka'an lazy river
06 Spot mangroves, orchids, bromeliads, and cacti along the way
07 Enjoy a delicious Mexican food tasting at the end of the tour
08 Private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off included

Discover Muyil, an ancient Maya site tucked into the jungle, on a private experience that combines archaeology, nature, and gentle adventure. Explore this lesser-visited archaeological site with an expert guide and learn about its role as an important trading post, along with stories of Maya calendars, ceremonies, and the arrival of the Spanish.

Continue through the jungle along an ecopath to the lagoon area, where a boat ride takes you across freshwater lagoons linked by an ancient canal. Then enjoy the highlight of the day: a relaxing float in the Sian Ka'an lazy river, surrounded by mangroves and native plant life, before ending with a delicious Mexican food tasting.

Discover Muyil, an ancient Maya site tucked into the jungle, on a private experience that combines archaeology, nature, and gentle adventure.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Tulum, Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Explore the archeological site of Muyil still covered by the jungle and once an important trading post.Walk through an ecopath through the jungle, climb up a watch tower, explore the fresh water lagoons by boat, float in a lazy river

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Tulum 2 cities · 6 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (revise confirmation email for pick up time)
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Bottled water
Snacks

What's Not Included

Extra Transportation Fees (North of Tulum)
+$10USD per person extra for pick-ups between Conrad Tulum by Hilton and Puerto Aventuras.
+$20USD per person extra for pick-ups between Puerto Aventuras and Paradisus Playa del Carmen.
+$30USD per person extra for pick-ups between Sandos Caracol PDC and Iberostar Gran Paraíso.
+$40USD per person extra for pick-ups between Playa Maroma (Vidanta) and Cancun Airport Area.
+$45USD per person extra for pick-ups between Cancun Airport Area and Cancun Downtown.
Gratuities

Know before you go

INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
Infants must not sit on laps
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Not stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Only if necessary: Bio degradable Sun Screen & Bio Degradable Mosquito Repellent.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Don't Forget to Bring:
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.
Sun glasses.
Hat.
Towel.
Bathing Suit.
Cash (Most of the local vendors only accept cash).
Camera.
Comfortable Shoes.
Extra T-Shirt.
Forbidden for pregnant travelers
If you do not find your hotel/apartment in the list, please enter your own pick up location.
The exact pick up time will be confirmed to you once you have provided us with the pick up location.
Please revise confirmation email from Mexico Kan Tours to know your exact Pick Up Time and not the automatic confirmation as it will depend on your accommodation’s localization.
Pick up and Drop off within the immediate Tulum area is included in the price, additional price applies for areas outside of Tulum.
Ask us a quote for extra Transportation Fees (North of Tulum).