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Night Mayan Temazcal Purification Ceremony

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Cancun, Mexico
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6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 5 more
French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian
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Overview

Observe what a day in the Mayan community is like. They live in accordance to the ancient Mayan traditions, enjoy a unique and magic experience and learn more about ancient culture participating in an authentic Mayan purification ritual - Temazcal, guided by a real shaman. After the ritual is over you will be invited to typical Mayan dinner with a family from the community which take place deep into the rainforest. During all the time you are accompanied by a professional certificated guide who will will provide you with the detailed information about everything you see, taste and feel. The tour takes place in the evening hours and includes round transportation from your hotel.

What's Included

  • Swim in the natural well (Cenote)
  • Typical mayan dinner with water and soda
  • Ceremony of purification
  • Tips
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Hotel lobby in Cancun hotel zone; for downtown hotels/accommodations in Cancun we offer several meeting points; and meeting point in Puerto Juarez Ultramar for Isla Mujeres hotels. Pick up from All-Inclusive Hotels on Riviera Maya, Akumal and Tulum is included. For Hotels in Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Playacar and Tulum we offer several meeting points. Please make sure you mentioned your hotel/accommodation details when making a booking. Please contact local supplier at least 48 hours before the tour to confirm your pick up time.

What To Expect

The tour will start with hotel pick up. Then, you will arrive to the ecological reserve “Dos Palmas”, a small Mayan community in the forest, that maintains its traditions. Here you will visit a typical Mayan cabin where you will learn about its old customs.

You will have an introduction to the ceremony of Mayan purification. You will learn to play the sea snail, which you will use during the ritual to unite to us with the nature. Meet with the Shaman around the ceremonial circle where you will be part of a spectacular ancestral ritual of purification and will have the unique opportunity to enter the Temazcal (old sacred steam bath). Walk in the rain forest until arriving at the illuminated natural well (cenote) at night to swim in crystalline waters.  It is an unforgettable experience to enjoy this moment to take energy and to relax.

Hot chocolate is served in a typical Mayan jicara, which you will be able to keep as a gift. Enjoy a typical Mayan dinner with a family from the community before going back to your hotel.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Night Mayan Temazcal Purification Ceremony?

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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Activity code: C-32724P14

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Swim in the natural well (Cenote)
  • Typical mayan dinner with water and soda
  • Ceremony of purification
  • Temazcal
  • Round transportation
  • Guide specialized in the wished language
  • Tips

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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