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Yaxchilan & Bonampak: Hidden Maya Ruins from Palenque

Discover two remarkable Maya archaeological sites hidden deep within the Lacandona Jungle, combining ancient history with an unforgettable jungle adventure. Cruise along the Usumacinta River …More

Palenque, Mexico
4.4 (38)

Yaxchilan & Bonampak: Hidden Maya Ruins from Palenque

Discover two remarkable Maya archaeological sites hidden deep within the Lacandona Jungle, combining ancient history with an unforgettable jungle adventure. Cruise along the Usumacinta River...

14 hours • Free Cancellation
4.4 (38)
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$138
Exploring Chiapas in 4 days from San Cristobal de las Casas

This is one of the most natural and cultural experiences you can have in the beautiful state of Chiapas visiting the amazing Sumidero Canyon in …More

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San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico
5.0 (1)

Exploring Chiapas in 4 days from San Cristobal de las Casas

This is one of the most natural and cultural experiences you can have in the beautiful state of Chiapas visiting the amazing Sumidero Canyon in...

4 days • Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (1)
from
$550
Lacandona Jungle, Yaxchilan and Bonampak Day Trip from Palenque

Enjoy nature in the Lacandona Jungle and explore the ruins of Bonampak and Yaxchilan. This is an experience in middle of the jungle that you …More

Palenque, Mexico
3.9 (13)

Lacandona Jungle, Yaxchilan and Bonampak Day Trip from Palenque

Enjoy nature in the Lacandona Jungle and explore the ruins of Bonampak and Yaxchilan. This is an experience in middle of the jungle that you...

13 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
3.9 (13)
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$158
From Palenque to Zona Arq. De Palenque, Misol Ha and Agua Azul

Because from Palenque they can visit the Archaeological Zone, they will be able to visit the Agua Azul and Misol Ha Waterfalls on the same …More

Palenque, Mexico
5.0 (1)

From Palenque to Zona Arq. De Palenque, Misol Ha and Agua Azul

Because from Palenque they can visit the Archaeological Zone, they will be able to visit the Agua Azul and Misol Ha Waterfalls on the same...

18 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$80
Full Day Tour: Wonders of Agua Azul Cascades and Palenque Ruins

Spend the day soaking up the beautiful Agua Azul cascades, witnessing the tallest waterfall in Mexico, and seeing a great archeological site in Palenque before …More

San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico

Full Day Tour: Wonders of Agua Azul Cascades and Palenque Ruins

Spend the day soaking up the beautiful Agua Azul cascades, witnessing the tallest waterfall in Mexico, and seeing a great archeological site in Palenque before...

10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
from
$55
PALENQUE MAYAN RUINS (Private)

Located on the first rise of the Tumbala mountains, Palenque archaeological site looks out over the Usumacinta River flood plain. Here you’ll be confronted by …More

Palenque, Mexico
4.9 (8)

PALENQUE MAYAN RUINS (Private)

Located on the first rise of the Tumbala mountains, Palenque archaeological site looks out over the Usumacinta River flood plain. Here you’ll be confronted by...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (8)
from
$106
Day Trip to Agua Azul Waterfalls and Palenque from San Cristobal

This day let yourself be impressed by the beautiful natural beauties of the waterfalls of Agua Azul and the wonderful Mayan constructions in the archaeological …More

San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico
3.8 (32)

Day Trip to Agua Azul Waterfalls and Palenque from San Cristobal

This day let yourself be impressed by the beautiful natural beauties of the waterfalls of Agua Azul and the wonderful Mayan constructions in the archaeological...

19 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
3.8 (32)
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$95
El Salto turquoise Waterfall & Pomoná archeological Maya Site

A day full of history, nature and adventure is waiting for you! Explore the Moral Reforma Archaeological Site, starting at 8:00 am from your hotel …More

Palenque, Mexico
4.5 (2)

El Salto turquoise Waterfall & Pomoná archeological Maya Site

A day full of history, nature and adventure is waiting for you! Explore the Moral Reforma Archaeological Site, starting at 8:00 am from your hotel...

10 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.5 (2)
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$157
From Palenque Zona Arq. Misol Ha, Agua Azul and Transfer to San Cristóbal

Because you can enjoy the Palenque Ruins, visit the Agua Azul and Misol Ha waterfalls. At the end of the Tour we will transfer you …More

Palenque, Mexico
5.0 (1)

From Palenque Zona Arq. Misol Ha, Agua Azul and Transfer to San Cristóbal

Because you can enjoy the Palenque Ruins, visit the Agua Azul and Misol Ha waterfalls. At the end of the Tour we will transfer you...

15 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$100
Palenque Maya ruins & swim in Roberto Barrios fresh waters

The perfect mix of history and nature, all in one fascinating tour that combines the majesty of the Palenque Archaeological Zone with the serenity of …More

Palenque, Mexico
4.0 (2)

Palenque Maya ruins & swim in Roberto Barrios fresh waters

The perfect mix of history and nature, all in one fascinating tour that combines the majesty of the Palenque Archaeological Zone with the serenity of...

6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.0 (2)
from
$88
Misol-Ha, Agua Azul and Palenque, The Best of Chiapas

Explore the Wonders of Chiapas: Misol-Ha, Agua Azul & Palenque! Discover the breathtaking beauty of Chiapas with our unforgettable tour to Misol-Ha, Agua Azul, and …More

San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico
4.1 (8)

Misol-Ha, Agua Azul and Palenque, The Best of Chiapas

Explore the Wonders of Chiapas: Misol-Ha, Agua Azul & Palenque! Discover the breathtaking beauty of Chiapas with our unforgettable tour to Misol-Ha, Agua Azul, and...

12 to 16 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.1 (8)
from
$189
PALENQUE RUINS, AGUA AZUL and MISOL-HA (Private)

Located on the first rise of the Tumbala mountains, Palenque archaeological site looks out over the Usumacinta River flood plain. Here you’ll be confronted by …More

Palenque, Mexico
4.6 (9)

PALENQUE RUINS, AGUA AZUL and MISOL-HA (Private)

Located on the first rise of the Tumbala mountains, Palenque archaeological site looks out over the Usumacinta River flood plain. Here you’ll be confronted by...

7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.6 (9)
from
$116
Palenque and Jungle Waterfalls from Tuxtla Gutierrez

Enjoy a wonderful combo tour as you visit magical places filled with beauty. You'll see the turquoise waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol-Há plus the …More

Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico
4.1 (10)

Palenque and Jungle Waterfalls from Tuxtla Gutierrez

Enjoy a wonderful combo tour as you visit magical places filled with beauty. You'll see the turquoise waterfalls of Agua Azul and Misol-Há plus the...

17 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.1 (10)
from
$169
Palenque Archaelogical Site, Agua Azul and Misolha Waterfalls Combo Tour

Have an unforgettable experience that will captivate your senses as you visit great attractions that will leave you stunned. See the turquoise waterfalls of Agua …More

San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico
3.8 (6)

Palenque Archaelogical Site, Agua Azul and Misolha Waterfalls Combo Tour

Have an unforgettable experience that will captivate your senses as you visit great attractions that will leave you stunned. See the turquoise waterfalls of Agua...

18 hours • Hotel pickup offered
3.8 (6)
from
$105
Palenque Ruins, Agua Azul & Misol-Ha Waterfalls from San Cristobal

Swim in the refreshing waters of the multi-tiered limestone waterfalls in Agua Azul and take a walk in the nature. At Misol-Ha the river plunges …More

San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico
4.7 (9)

Palenque Ruins, Agua Azul & Misol-Ha Waterfalls from San Cristobal

Swim in the refreshing waters of the multi-tiered limestone waterfalls in Agua Azul and take a walk in the nature. At Misol-Ha the river plunges...

17 hours • Hotel pickup offered
4.7 (9)
from
$168
Lacandon Jungle: 2 days with Yaxchilan and Bonampak from Palenque

Discover the Lacandon Jungle on a 2-day shared tour from Palenque that combines Mayan sites, an overnight stay in a cabin, and a guided jungle …More

Palenque, Mexico
5.0 (3)

Lacandon Jungle: 2 days with Yaxchilan and Bonampak from Palenque

Discover the Lacandon Jungle on a 2-day shared tour from Palenque that combines Mayan sites, an overnight stay in a cabin, and a guided jungle...

2 days • Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (3)
from
$190
Combo 3 tours. Magical and Ancestral Chiapas

3 Day Package: Magical and Ancestral Chiapas Embark on an unforgettable experience through the cultural and natural heart of Chiapas. For three days, you will …More

San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico
5.0 (1)

Combo 3 tours. Magical and Ancestral Chiapas

3 Day Package: Magical and Ancestral Chiapas Embark on an unforgettable experience through the cultural and natural heart of Chiapas. For three days, you will...

3 days • Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
from
$127
Palenque Mayan Ruins, Misol-Ha and Agua Azul Waterfalls Full Day Tour from Palenque

Discover ancient Mayan ruins and turquoise waterfalls on this full day tour from Palenque. Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is believed to be …More

Palenque, Mexico
3.6 (17)

Palenque Mayan Ruins, Misol-Ha and Agua Azul Waterfalls Full Day Tour from Palenque

Discover ancient Mayan ruins and turquoise waterfalls on this full day tour from Palenque. Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is believed to be...

9 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
3.6 (17)
from
$95
Cascadas de Agua Azul, Misol Há y Zona Arqueológica de Palenque

“This excursion was brilliant.”

— Thomas_B

Este viaje de un día desde San Cristóbal de las Casas combina tres de los sitios más visitados de Chiapas, una hermosa tierra de selva …More

San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico
3.5 (13)

Cascadas de Agua Azul, Misol Há y Zona Arqueológica de Palenque

Este viaje de un día desde San Cristóbal de las Casas combina tres de los sitios más visitados de Chiapas, una hermosa tierra de selva...

20 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
3.5 (13)
from
$82
Palenque Maya ruins, guided tour from Palenque

Visit the archaeological site of Palenque, declared as a World Heritage list by UNESCO. Your full-day tour includes guided visits to the Temple of the Inscriptions, …More

Palenque, Mexico
3.5 (4)

Palenque Maya ruins, guided tour from Palenque

Visit the archaeological site of Palenque, declared as a World Heritage list by UNESCO. Your full-day tour includes guided visits to the Temple of the Inscriptions,...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
3.5 (4)
from
$76

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Incredible journey !!
New York City
PALENQUE MAYAN RUINS (Private)
Nestor_G, Jul 2026
Incredible journey !!
Truly a beautiful experience. The guide was very informative and helpful. I was able to experience the site with understanding. We had time to explore the Maya Jungle Experience next to the site. Incredible experience.
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One of kind experience
New York City
Day Trip to Agua Azul Waterfalls and Palenque from San Cristobal
Culture43987907595, Apr 2026
One of kind experience
The route to Agua Azul is extremely beautiful. However, the roads are very bumpy. Not advisable for people who have back or neck problems. The traveller bus is cramped, and not enough leg space. But definitely worth the travel. The place is exotic!! Worth it for the money. The whole tour is from 3.30 AM to 5 P.M ending in Palenque. The return trip is at night and seems a little unsafe. Also, if there are accidents on the roads, it takes almost midnight to reach San Cristobal. There is a lot of travel, so I suggest staying in Palenque and doing the return trip to San Cristobal the next day.
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Great site, great guide!
New York City
PALENQUE MAYAN RUINS (Private)
stches, Feb 2026
Great site, great guide!
Inpressive site! Mildred was a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable about the site. Also gave lots of great recommendations. Would recommend!
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Hidden Maya Ruins
New York City
Yaxchilan & Bonampak: Hidden Maya Ruins from Palenque
Elizabeth_C, Jan 2026
Hidden Maya Ruins
It is a long day but entirely worth it! Mildred is the most wonderful guide. Very informative and friendly.
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Great experience
New York City
Day Trip to Agua Azul Waterfalls and Palenque from San Cristobal
Eric J, Dec 2025
Great experience
Fantastic visit to a wonderful town from the early colonial period. Good restaurants and friendly people were abundant.
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Very worthwhile day trip to Yaxchillan and Bonampak
New York City
Yaxchilan & Bonampak: Hidden Maya Ruins from Palenque
B5808MUedwardt, Dec 2025
Very worthwhile day trip to Yaxchillan and Bonampak
Very worthwile trip from Palenque into the Lacandon selva to Yaxchilan and Bonampak, two beautiful and fascinating Maya ruins. The trip requires a lot of driving but also a fantastic boat trip on the Rio Usumacinta to/from Yaxchillan which is inaccessible by land. The murals at Bonampak are beautiful and impressive. We loved this day trip.
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Very good experience
New York City
Combo 3 tours. Magical and Ancestral Chiapas
manuelbZ7551QA, Aug 2025
Very good experience
Excellent experience with OTISA, the guides were very patient and friendly throughout the journey, as well as mastering the subject during all the tours we took, their Vans very comfortable despite the long journeys
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Well organised, memorable experience!
New York City
Lacandon Jungle: 2 days with Yaxchilan and Bonampak from Palenque
546kew, Aug 2025
Well organised, memorable experience!
Very good experience overall. The tour was well organised and delivered everything promised in the itinerary. We shared parts of the tour with people on a one day tour and on a three day tour, booked from different agencies - so it seems whichever channel you book, the experience will end up being very similar. The two ruins on day one were both amazing. Yaxchilan had very little restoration - it is integrated with the jungle and feels very authentic. The murals at Bonampak were fascinating. The jungle walk on day two was about 1-1.5 hour one way and all flat. It's muddy, so good shoes are important. Bring also insect repellent. We had one hour to swim at the waterfall, which was definitely a highlight! Water was very clean and not cold. We didn't want to leave! The cabin was basic but all right. It has a private bathroom and even hot water for shower. There's electricity and a fan in the room. Tap water was on and off. We slept well listening to the running creek right outside of the window. We had three meals at the cabin. Food was good. Portion was not big enough for my teenager sons 😊. There was some confusion about whether and which meals were included in the package, but it was sorted out after the driver called the agency - this seems to be a recurring issue described also in other reviews. We were told that we will be picked up around 5pm the second day, but a driver came already after lunch, so we were back in palenque around 6pm. All in all it was two great days away from the crowd and close to the nature!
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Palenque magic
New York City
Misol-Ha, Agua Azul and Palenque, The Best of Chiapas
Rhonda_P, Jul 2025
Palenque magic
Wonderful informative guide made Palenque come alive. A very long day but super amazing. Beautiful waterfalls.
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Highly recommended
New York City
Lacandon Jungle: 2 days with Yaxchilan and Bonampak from Palenque
yMarleney, May 2025
Highly recommended
I made the two-day trip. It was well planned, on the first day two ruins are visited, Yaxchilan (accessible by boat) and Bonampak. The transports to it are inclusive but not the guides, and if you divide it into groups, it's not that much either. It's only in Spanish. Lunch is also not included and quite expensive as it is a 3 course menu. (235 pesos incl. drink for vegetarian menu) The overnight stay is in a beautiful cabaña directly on the river (stream), where you can also swim in the evening. The next day we have breakfast, then a jungle hike to a small ruin and then to the waterfall. That was incredibly beautiful and the guide knows so much about the jungle the plants and animals. At the waterfall he also showed us a cave. We could safely swim there for 1.5 h before running back. At about 4 pm you will be picked up. The owner of the Cabaña always knows about the whole program. All in all the best I have experienced in my two months of Mexico trip. If you have more time, you can also go there on your own, but note that they charge quite a lot for a guide.
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very good
New York City
Palenque Ruins, Agua Azul & Misol-Ha Waterfalls from San Cristobal
mariazA8655GC, May 2025
very good
the view was amazing, we took many pictures. be ready to walk a lot to the beautiful places and swim in the Agua Azul & Misol-Ha waterfalls. loved it.
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Discovering Palenque’s jewels
New York City
PALENQUE RUINS, AGUA AZUL and MISOL-HA (Private)
Yoselin_G, May 2025
Discovering Palenque’s jewels
The visit to the ruins was spectacular - Carlos our guide was super knowledgeable, had lots of interesting facts and it was nice to see the place through his expert eyes. Our driver was really great, always driving responsibly and giving us cool tips about Palenque and restaurants. Lastly, the waterfalls were simply magestic, we were recommended to spend more time in Cascadas Agua Azul which was the right choice.
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Day full of experience
New York City
Misol-Ha, Agua Azul and Palenque, The Best of Chiapas
Gabor45, Jan 2025
Day full of experience
Early start but a rewarding experience throughout the day. Basic services but beautiful places to explore on your own and with your guide
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Lakam Ha or City of Palenque
New York City
Palenque Archaelogical Site, Agua Azul and Misolha Waterfalls Combo Tour
nathbc21, Nov 2024
Lakam Ha or City of Palenque
Palenque or “Lakam Ha” is a Mayan city located in the Mexican state of Chiapas, near the Usumacinta River. It is one of the most impressive sites of this culture. It is estimated that the Maya founded Lakam Ha in the preclassic around 100 BC. It is then a small village mainly agricultural, surrounded by many springs and streams. This fertile region, with an average temperature of 26°C and the highest rainfall in Mexico. The population increased during the ancient classic to become a city and then the capital of the region. I advise you to come and discover this site.
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A great place for a homestay with a Spanish speaking grandma in San Cristobal de las Casas
New York City
Exploring Chiapas in 4 days from San Cristobal de las Casas
Meander41324159251, Aug 2024
A great place for a homestay with a Spanish speaking grandma in San Cristobal de las Casas
Email: lacasadeflorsc@gmail.com or maryfloryballinasruis@gmail.com
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Lovely tour, full day in the jungle.
New York City
Palenque Mayan Ruins, Misol-Ha and Agua Azul Waterfalls Full Day Tour from Palenque
Karolis_B, Apr 2024
Lovely tour, full day in the jungle.
Good tour, pick up was good, on time. Van was alright, we had to pay extra for the guidez but she qas alroght, spoke english, so it was good. Rest of the day was lovely too, went to swim at Misol-ha and Aqua Azul. A good full day experience in the jungle.
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