Adventure in a Private Mayan Community

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
7 hours
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Number of Guests
4 - 12 guests
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English, Spanish, Italian
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Discover ancient traditions and customs in a private Mayan community. Participate in activities, savor local dishes, and enjoy a shaman-led ceremony. Limited to 12 for a personal touch.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

The Mayan culture has a history of over 4000 years.

Explore your Mayan heritage by visiting a traditional Mayan community to learn about their customs, participate in exciting and enjoyable activities, and conclude with a Mayan ceremony conducted by a traditional shaman.

You'll also have the opportunity to discover and prepare local dishes using organic ingredients, followed by a delicious lunch.


Our small group tours, limited to 12 people, allow you to share this experience with your loved ones. It's a rare chance to immerse yourself in an ancient culture that has always respected and lived in harmony with nature. In today's world, advancements in technology are everywhere, but encountering a living ancient culture is becoming increasingly rare. Take the time to appreciate the beauty of the natural world, learn about ancient traditions, and indulge in fresh, organic food specially prepared for your visit. Feel truly special as you escape from the modern world!

Sample Menu

STARTER
SIKIL P'AK
Ground small pumpkin seeds Onion Red Tomato (*And habanero chile)
MAIN
COCHINITA PIBIL
Original "Cochinita Pibil", prepared on the ground, mixed with spices mix, bitter orange, achiote, salt, banana leaf, with beans, rice, and chayitas.
DESSERT
Neapolitan Flan and local Coffee
Delicious homemade flan accompanied with the typical Mexican "Café de olla", for a perfect end of a perfect meal

What You Get

Private transportation
Life jackets
Lunch
3 courses meal, plus fresh fruit water
Tips

Good To Know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

What You’ll Experience

A Thrilling Mayan Adventure! We will pick you up in Playa del Carmen and take you to a private Mayan community, where your adventure begins. Kayak across a Private Lagoon, surrounded by lush jungle—nature at its purest! Two Stunning Ziplines! – Feel the rush as you zipline over a lagoon, then take it up a notch with a second thrilling ride over a breathtaking cenote! Suspended Wooden Bridge Challenge – Cross a hanging bridge over the first cenote, an exhilarating moment for those who love a little adventure! Rappel Into a Hidden Cenote – Descend into the mystical underground world of a hidden cenote, where you’ll swim in crystal-clear waters. Authentic Mayan Cooking Experience – Step into a traditional Mayan kitchen, where a local Mayan woman will teach you how to make handmade tortillas and share her ancestral cooking traditions. (Vegetarian options available upon request.) The Magic of "Cochinita Pibil" – Witness the grand unveiling of this slow-cooked Mayan delicacy, prepared underground in the traditional way and savour a three-course meal: tacos, black beans, rice, and a delicious flan, all accompanied by a refreshing natural chaya water. A true Mayan experience!

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Av. Constituyentes 587, Avenida Constituyentes, Quintana Roo, Mexico, MX, 77710

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Los Bisquets de Obregon restaurant (Constituyentes street, cross with 20th avenue) - downtown Playa del Carmen
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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