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Ek Balam & Cenote Hubiku: A Day of History and Nature

6 Reviews 4.17 out of 5 stars Based on 6 reviews collected by Cool Cancun and TripAdvisor | Cancun, Mexico
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Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure to Ek-Balam! Begin with pickups from Cancun and select Riviera Maya hotels. Enjoy a scenic ride to Ek-Balam, where history comes alive.

Join our expert guide for a 45-minute tour of the Ek-Balam ruins. Marvel at ancient structures, learn about the Mayan civilization, and capture stunning photos. Enjoy free time to explore at your own pace.

Next, refresh at the Hubikú cenote. Dive into crystal-clear waters and rejuvenate. Use the on-site bathrooms and showers before indulging in a sumptuous buffet lunch with a variety of local dishes.

Continue with a tequila tasting, sampling some of Mexico's finest spirits. Finally, visit the charming colonial town of Valladolid. Stroll through picturesque streets, admire beautiful architecture, and soak in the rich cultural heritage.

This tour perfectly blends history, nature, and local flavors. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

What's Included

  • Brief visit to Valladolid
  • Free time at Ek-Balam
  • Buffet meal at Hubikú
  • Drinks at restaurant
  • Regional ecotaxes and service fee (765 MXN per traveler)
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We offer roundtrip transportation (from hotel or meeting point, as applicable) for all travelers who book this tour.Areas to which the transportation service applies:CANCUN: • Downtown Cancun • Hotel zone • Puerto Juarez • Playa Mujeres • Costa Mujeres • Puerto CancunPUERTO MORELOS: • Bus stop at Chedraui Puerto Morelos supermarketPLAYA DEL CARMEN: • Downtown Playa del Carmen (for hotels on the coast, due to the narrow streets, the closest meeting point applies) • Hotel zone • Playacar • Dorado Royale • Playa Paraiso • Punta Maroma • El Caracol • Paa MulNOTE: Some hotels or hotel complexes on the list do not allow access to the facilities, so pick-up at the closest possible access or entrance applies.NOTE 2: Some hotels or lodging centers are located in areas with difficult access (very narrow streets, alleys, streets in poor condition, blockages, or for security reasons), so pick-up at the closest possible point applies.NOTE 3: The exact pick-up time varies by hotel. Some estimated times are: Cancun: 5:00 AM / 6:40 AM Puerto Morelos: 6:30 AM / 7:30 AM Playa del Carmen: 7:30 AM / 9:00 AMThe time that appears on your ticket (6:00 AM) is the general pick-up time in Cancun, where our buses depart and pick up.*** If your hotel is not listed, please ask us if we can pick you up there, or what would be the closest possible meeting point. ****** You will receive a final confirmation message (one day before the scheduled date of your excursion) with the exact pick-up time and point, to your contact information. ***

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Cancun

We will start the day by picking up all our participants early in the morning at their hotels or meeting points, as applicable. We start in Cancun and then we will pick up in the Riviera Maya. Enjoy a box lunch included on board the bus (with sandwich, juice, cookie and fruit).
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ek-Balam

Live a magical experience visiting the ruins of Ek Balam with a 45-minute guided tour, where you will learn the history of this enigmatic, rich and prosperous Mayan city. You will have free time to take photos and explore the area your way! Then we will go to the beautiful Hubikú cenote, known for being doors to the Mayan underworld, where you can explore and swim in crystal clear and fresh waters.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Cenote Hubiku

We will arrive at Hubikú, where you can immerse yourself in the freshest and most crystalline waters in the area. We will be there for 1 hour, you will have bathrooms and showers. Afterwards we will have an exquisite buffet lunch at a local restaurant with regional food of all kinds. Afterwards we will go to a Tequila Shop for tasting, and you will have access to hammocks to rest.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Valladolid

To end our day, we will briefly visit the city center of Valladolid for 45 minutes, a beautiful small city known for being one of the most peaceful in Mexico, and for its colonial architecture.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Cancun

We will end our day by returning all our participants to their hotels and meeting points. The return trip is long, but satisfying for having lived a great day!
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • All travelers are accepted. Just consider that it is a tour in which there is a lot of walking (you can stay to rest at different points, you just have to let the guides know), bring comfortable clothing and shoes.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ek Balam & Cenote Hubiku: A Day of History and Nature?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (6)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ek Balam & Cenote Hubiku: A Day of History and Nature?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Brief visit to Valladolid.
  • Free time at Ek-Balam.
  • Buffet meal at Hubikú.
  • Bottled water at Ek-Balam.
  • Box lunch on the bus (Sandwich, juice, cookie, fruit).
  • Round-trip transportation service (from most hotels).
  • Cenote swim at Hubikú.
  • Tequila tasting.
  • Licensed bilingual guide.
  • Guided tour at Ek-Balam.
The following is NOT included:
  • Drinks at restaurant.
  • Regional ecotaxes and service fee (765 MXN per traveler).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Ek Balam & Cenote Hubiku: A Day of History and Nature is as follows:

  • All travelers are accepted. Just consider that it is a tour in which there is a lot of walking (you can stay to rest at different points, you just have to let the guides know), bring comfortable clothing and shoes.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ek Balam & Cenote Hubiku: A Day of History and Nature will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Cancun. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Brief visit to Valladolid
  • Free time at Ek-Balam
  • Buffet meal at Hubikú
  • Bottled water at Ek-Balam
  • Box lunch on the bus (Sandwich, juice, cookie, fruit)
  • Round-trip transportation service (from most hotels)
  • Cenote swim at Hubikú
  • Tequila tasting
  • Licensed bilingual guide
  • Guided tour at Ek-Balam
  • Drinks at restaurant
  • Regional ecotaxes and service fee (765 MXN per traveler)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • All travelers are accepted. Just consider that it is a tour in which there is a lot of walking (you can stay to rest at different points, you just have to let the guides know), bring comfortable clothing and shoes.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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