The name Calakmul conjures up images of one of the last remaining wildlife spectacles on earth and one of the most important Archaeological sites in the Western Hemisphere.
Those lucky enough to visit this wilderness area come away with memories of vast herds of wild turkey feeding on the plains. Columns of wild pigs, deers, head to tail, trudging along their traditional migration routes, and prides of Jaguars, sometimes sleeping, sometimes alert and carefully stalking their prey. The extensive grasslands and tropical forest provide habitats for a variety of birds, mammals and reptiles.
We begin our circuit discovering the city of Chetumal. We will find out about the mysteries of the Mayan Civilization at the museum of Mayan culture, continue to the imposing ruins of Kohunlich. Drive east to the Rio Bec region and explore the romantic city of Chicanna with its fine carvings and the delicacy of their ornaments. Encounter yourself with one of the most dense forest in the neo torpics at Calakmul. Splash at the crystal clear waters of the Lagoon of the seven colors Bacalar. End in Cancun at the door of your hotel.

PROGRAM SUMMARY
Duration: 4 nights/5 days starting and ending in Cancun

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Field trips with site lectures dominate this exciting program. Excursions usually are not accompanied by lectures, but they are a vital part of the program. Extracurricular activities and social events or excursions throughout local sites add spirit and vigor to the program.

HEALTH / SAFETY / PHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Your physical fitness is important since this program features considerable walking on forest trails and there are motorcoach rides. You should also note that special diet requirements cannot always be guaranteed.
A “Health & Safety” questionnaire is enclosed as a separate page and is to be completed and returned to Mayan Quest.