Combine a jungle stroll with Mayan history and culture on a hiking adventure on Cozumel. Your guided walk through the Villa Maya nature reserve reveals fascinating insights into how the Mayans lived, identifying the wildlife and flora they used and highlighting the vestiges of Mayan culture that remain on Cozumel.
Highlights
- Guided hike through Cozumel’s Villa Maya nature reserve
- Learn about Cozumel's Mayan past as you walk through the jungle with a knowledgeable guide
- Hear tales of Mayan history and culture, and spot tropical plant life like orchids
- Light refreshments included
Useful Information
Hike Through the Jungle of Mexico!
Get ready to walk in the footsteps of the Mayans! After meeting your guide, board your safari bus for the ride to the Villa Maya nature reserve in the center of Cozumel, where your hiking adventure of 3 to 6 miles (5 to 10 km) takes place. This guided walk goes at a gentle pace and follows clear paths, ideal for older children and adults alike.
While you follow your guide through the jungle, keep an eye out for orchids, bromeliads and other tropical plants used by the Mayans. Your guide will explain the area’s natural and cultural history, telling you about Mayan food cultivation and how they used the Cozumel’s natural features including the cenotes (natural wells) and the local wildlife. You'll have time to stop for breaks during the tour and enjoy a light snack and beverage before continuing the tour with your guide.
While you follow your guide through the jungle, keep an eye out for orchids, bromeliads and other tropical plants used by the Mayans. Your guide will explain the area’s natural and cultural history, telling you about Mayan food cultivation and how they used the Cozumel’s natural features including the cenotes (natural wells) and the local wildlife. You'll have time to stop for breaks during the tour and enjoy a light snack and beverage before continuing the tour with your guide.
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