Explore ancient Mayan ruins in the middle of Lacandona Jungle in Chiapas, Mexico. Visit the ruins of Yaxchilan, which was an ancient Mayan city located in the bank of Usumancinta River. This ancient city-state grew until it become a regional capital and the dinasty lasted until the beginnings of the 9th century. Also get the chance to visit the ruins of Bonampak which was governed by Yaxchilan. Bonampak is famous for the Temple of Murals, that contains 3 rooms filled with world famous murals. You will also be able to go on a boat tour through the Usumacinta River that borders Mexico and Guatemala.
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You will start off your jungle adventure by visiting the Yaxchilan ruins for about two hours. After exploring the ruins, you will go on a 40 min boat toar through the Usumancinta River and visit Bonampak for about two hours.
They recommend that you bring comfortable clothing and shoes, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, money if you want to buy souvenirs, and additional meals.
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EcoExperiencias
Local/Foreign Owned Tour Operator
EcoExperiencias Tour Operators is a company that was created in 1999 as a project aimed to offer ecotourism experiences in the major cities of 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 their country.
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