
1 / 10Self-Guided Audio Tour - Coba Ruins: The trail of the Mayas
About this activity
This cultural tours is one of the standout things to do in Coba, Mexico. it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €9 per person. Visit the archeological ruins of Coba, accompanied by the 3D sounds of the jungle and the narrations of Frederick Catherwood, who explored the Mayan culture in the mid-nineteenth century. On your tour, you'll discover an ancient church while your narrator introduces you to Chac, the god of rain. You will then discover the ball game and its rituals, Chumuc Mul, and one of the altars as Frederick tells you some of the secrets he discovered about the Mayan gods. Your tour ends as Frederick tells you his own tragedy, with a visit to the highest pyramid on the Yucatán Peninsula, the Nohoch Mul.
Visit the archeological ruins of Coba, accompanied by the 3D sounds of the jungle and the narrations of Frederick Catherwood, who explored the Mayan culture in the mid-nineteenth century. On your tour, you'll discover an ancient church while your narrator introduces you to Chac, the god of rain. You will then discover the ball game and its rituals, Chumuc Mul, and one of the altars as Frederick tells you some of the secrets he discovered about the Mayan gods. Your tour ends as Frederick tells you his own tragedy, with a visit to the highest pyramid on the Yucatán Peninsula, the Nohoch Mul.
Good to know
- •Duration: approximately 39 minutes.
- •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
- •Offered in 1 language.
- •A specific meeting point is provided — check the Meeting point section below for the exact location and map.
- •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Coba is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular cultural tours slots in Coba sell out.
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