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Bacalar: Calakmul Ruins Full-Day Expedition

By Around Bacalar and Chetumal Tours
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 631 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Optional Bat Cave (weekends): see thousands of bats at sunset
  • Be relaxed we pick you up at your hotel or Airbnb into town and sorroundings
  • Admire the real enormous Mayan Temples, and explore the ones able to climb
  • Increase the chance of seeing wildlife by taking a walk in a jungle trail.

Activity location

    • Bacalar
    • Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Bacalar
    • Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Check availability

Calakmul Ruins and Stop In The Jungle no entry tickets

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Collective Tour in English and Spanish.
Best prices from three people.

Starting time: 6:00
Price details
RM 630.84 x 2 AdultsRM 1,261.68
Total
Price is RM 1,261.68

Ruins, Jungle & Bat Cave Experience + All Entry Tickets

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Explore the ancient ruins of Calakmul, climb towering pyramids, and trek through the rainforest, continue to the famous Bat Cave to witness thousands of bats emerging at sunset. All entry tickets included. 16 hours tour

Starting time: 9:00
Price details
RM 1,029.61 x 2 AdultsRM 2,059.22
Total
Price is RM 2,059.22

Calakmul Ruins and Jungle with all Entry tickets Included.

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Calakmul and hike in the forest plus All the Entry tickets included. Now with the Convenience For you to pay by card directly to Get Your Guide. And forget about getting cash to pay for tickets.

Starting time: 6:00
Price details
RM 901.19 x 2 AdultsRM 1,802.38
Total
Price is RM 1,802.38

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pickup and drop-off from hotels, Airbnb, and nearby areas in Bacalar & Chetumal
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional local tour guide (English & Spanish in standard tour)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional local tour guide (Italian & French available on selected dates in August 2026)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Cooler stocked with assorted beverages
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Light support snack included (usually fresh fruit, subject to availability)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    DEET insect repellent available for those who wish to use it
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bat Cave entry ticket (only with Bat Cave option selected)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entry tickets to the Biosphere Reserve and Mayan Ruins, you will need 3 different tickets.(unless you select the option to include them)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    1.- The villagers' fee of $100 pesos (Select **All Entry Tickets** to include it.)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    2.- Reserve's fee of $225 pesos(Select **All Entry Tickets** to include it.)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    3.- Arqueological institute's fee of $210pesos.(Select **All Entry Tickets** to include it.)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Total is equal to $535pesos per person.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Ticket to film video of 50 pesos or 5 USD approximately
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Permit for the use of drones, tripods or any professional filming or photography equipment
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Drones, Feeding animals, Flash photography, Smoking, Tripods
  • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, People over 75 years, People with animal allergies, People with back problems, People with epilepsy, People with haemophilia, People with heart problems, People with insect allergies

What you can expect

Discover Calakmul, one of Mexico’s most extraordinary and remote Maya cities, on a fully organized expedition from Bacalar designed for travelers who want adventure without stress.

Many tours focus only on the ruins. But Calakmul is more than temples alone.

Hidden deep inside the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this ancient kingdom combines monumental history with untouched jungle landscapes. Because of its remote location, every detail is carefully planned for you—comfortable transport, smooth timing, and clear logistics—so you can simply enjoy the experience.

Before reaching the site, enjoy a real jungle stop on a natural forest trail where you may spot spider monkeys, howler monkeys, tropical birds, and the rich wildlife that still surrounds this legendary city.

Then explore the ceremonial center of Calakmul and climb Structure II, one of the tallest pyramids in Mesoamerica, rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views above endless green canopy. Your local guide brings Maya history, astronomy, architecture, and daily life vividly to life.

On weekends (Friday to Sunday), you may upgrade your tour with an optional visit to the famous Bat Cave, one of the region’s most spectacular natural events. This add-on must be selected in advance.

Travel in licensed, air-conditioned vehicles with small groups for a more personal and immersive experience.

This is the complete Calakmul journey: ruins, jungle, wildlife, comfort, and expert guidance—thoughtfully arranged for you.

Italian-guided departures: 6, 13, 20 & 27 August 2026
French-guided departures: 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 August 2026

Limited availability. Early booking recommended.

Location

Activity location

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    • Bacalar
    • Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Bacalar
    • Bacalar, Quintana Roo, Mexico