Ek Balam Adventure Tour, archaeological park maya civilization is located in Piste Yucatan, 105m from Cancún, 120m from Playa del Carmen or tulum, 1 from Merida, all inclusive tour, Valladolid
Ek Balam, also known as the City of the Black Jaguar,
enigmatic archaeological
site recently discovered is an ancient Mayan city ruin site.
This ancient city reached the height of its importance from
600 to 900 CE until it was abandoned, has an
unique style
evident in the beauty of its walled buildings and well preserved sculptures.
After it was abandoned, it was literally engulfed by
the surrounding jungle and only recently discovered and
excavated. Ek Balam features four beautiful buildings with
intricate Mayan carvings and sculptures, many of which are
still very visible.
Enjoy a hike and mountain bike ride through the Mayan
paths, deep into the jungle of Nuevo Xcan Mayan Village, to find 3 spectacular
adventure cenotes (sink holes)
You
enter Ek Balam along one of the site's raised causeways
leading to the newly reconstructed freestanding arch, get to the top of the “Acropolis” one of the biggest pyramids in the
Yucatan Peninsula . Entry into the city was thought to be
closed off by sealing up the arch entryway and the existence
of the defensive walls all around the perimeter.
One of the largest restored buildings in Ek
Balam is La Torre. The base of La Torre is extremely large
measuring over 500 feet long and approximately half as wide
and nearly 100 feet tall. The impressive La Torre can be
climbed allowing you to get a close up view of the stucco work
lying beneath each thatched roof. Just about at the top you
will find a Chenes style serpent mouth doorway which is
intricately carved from eyebrows to molars. You will find some
of the best restoration work on the most intricate carvings on
the La Torre.
Other restorations include the ball court , Las Gemales whose
platform supports two identical temples and staircases and in
the South Plaza, two stelae.
Ek Balam is also unique because it is one of the quieter
archaeological sites and is not overwhelmed with tourists.
Please note that because this ruin site is smaller and not as
developed, there are fewer facilities. There is one restroom
but beverages are not available for purchase on site. Be sure
to take a few pesos to give to the bathroom attendants who
take great care to provide clean toilet facilities for
visitors.
Optiona
rapel tour: After receiving security instructions
about the right use of the equipment you’ll live the emotion of descending
by rappel 20 meters depth, in the “cenote Tzeldzonot”, then you will
refresh yourself in its blue waters. In the “cenote 4 Halcones” get
into the Mayan underworld to be surprised by its chamber of approximately
50 meters in diameter that houses millenarian stalactites, stalagmites
and crystal waters for swimming. Go up to the top of a big tree and
cross over the “cenote la Esperanza” jumping into the emptiness by the
Tyrolean rappelling (zip line) 120 meters length and feel the adrenaline
run freely through your body. Inside “la Esperanza cenote” you will
receive a short briefing about Mayan legends and traditions and be part
of a mystical purification ceremony in the presence of a Mayan shaman.
The whole trip includes: Round transportation (Van vehicles), food,
non alcoholic beverages, specialized guide, bike, activity’s equipment,
guided archaeological site visit and entrance fees. Recommendations:
Wear comfortable light and fresh clothes, as well as good walking shoes
or sneakers,Swimming suit, Towel, Extra clothes change. Brings some
cash for tips. Sun block and repellent must be biodegradable. Note:
Children must be 1.40 Mts.tall or 40 Kgs. and 12 years or older
Tour Length:
11 Hours
Dates:
To confirm
Departure Times:
7:30 AM
Days of Week:
Monday, Wes day, Thursday, and Friday
Adults:
$79.00
The exquisite ruins of Ek Balam (city of the black jaguar) in the Yucatan
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