Muyil Tours and Activities

Explore the structures of Muyil, a Maya archaeological site amid the mangroves of Sian Ka'an, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This excursion from Tulum takes you to the former trading post along an interpretive nature trail before a boat ride to Muyil Lagoon. Then enjoy a relaxing float down the shallow canal as you drift past unique vegetation. Learn from your guide about the ecology of the area and the Maya civilization before a picnic lunch.

Amazing views, also wildlife. Beautiful lagoons connected between them by canals. Follow a Mayan commerce route from an ancient Mayan city to a jungle path and then ride a boat on the lagoons and canals, then jump in to the water and lazy float on the current of a canal. In the way back we stop in Cenote Escondido for snack and bathing on its pristine waters.

This private tour takes you into the heart of the wild Sian Ka'an Biosphere, while also getting into some of the local ancient Mayan history! We will take our time exploring the famous turquoise clear, cool canals throughout the biosphere! In addition to the biosphere, we will visit the Mayan ruins in the Mayan town of Muyil. You will learn about the local culture and the area's history, see examples of the local wildlife, and eat a delicious local lunch. We do not rush your tour. Our priority is that you have an unforgettable experience, not a rushed day. Our tour guides are very experienced locals, licensed, and have a true passion for sharing their knowledge and experiences with others.

We offer free professional photo service through out the Tour This is one of the most tranquil experiences of the Riviera. We visit the out of the way archeological site of Muyil and enter the western entrance of the Sian Kaan Biosphere to visit the site and do an interpretive path through the mangrove ecosystem where the land meets the marshland. We also climb a watchtower to appreciate the views and end in the harbor to catch the boat to cross the lake through ancient canals built by the Maya over 500 years ago. We arrive at Xlapak or “Ancient Wall” built around 1100 A.D. a Mayan outpost,

Explore the ancient Maya cities of Muyil, Tulum, and Coba on a full-day, private tour from Cancun that includes entrance fees, transport, and a buffet lunch. Climb the tallest pyramid in the Yucatán, follow footpaths at the edge of Sian Ka’an lagoon, and see partially-excavated sites covered with thick jungle.

Experience the Yucatan’s rich nature and history on this excursion in the Sian Ka’an Biosphere. After a convenient hotel pickup, marvel at the reserve’s lagoons and mangroves on a rainforest trek, take a boat trip through its turquoise lagoons, and cruise through an ancient Mayan canal at Xtlapak ruins. Enjoy a complimentary lunch and stop by Playa Del Carmen on the way back to your hotel.

About 20 minutes south of Tulum, we have the opportunity to enjoy an incredible bird diversity, learn about the current Maya culture and the ancient Maya civilization as we walk and look for birds in the village and archaeological site of Muyil. ​ We explore different habitats in the village with different types of vegetation: mature semi-deciduous jungle in the archaeological site of Muyil and some fresh water wetlands as we walk through flooded jungle using a boardwalk until we reach a fresh water lagoon. ​ On this tour it is possible to identify from 40 to 80 species of birds (depending on the time of the year). Depending on the availability of boats, there is also the possibility to add a boat trip across two lagoons and a lazy river floating experience to this tour. We float in a truly unique setting, listening to the sounds of nature, among mangroves, orchids & bromeliads. A calming experience like nothing you have experienced before.

Fully Mayan guide knowledgeable about various sites to observe birds and birds, culture and lover of their Mayan roots

It is unique ecotour. You will get to know magical places in Mexico within planty of turists. Wild archeological site and Bacalar lagoon „the place where the heaven is born”.

Visit three ancient Maya cities on a full-day, private tour from Playa del Carmen to Muyil, Tulum, and Coba that includes all transport, entrance fees, and a hearty buffet lunch of traditional Mexican foods. Follow jungle trails through the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, walk fortifications that overlook a white sand beach, then climb the tallest pyramid in the Yucatan. This 10-hour tour offers a personalized experience of the Maya sites, with plenty of time to explore the things that interest you most.

The Yucatan Peninsula is recognized as a very important area with an enormous diverse bird population due to its strategic location for migratory birds. Too there is a rich resident population. To date, 543 species have been viewed in the Yucatan Peninsula, representing nearly 50% of all the bird species registered in the country. You will travel the Muyil area with an expert local-bird & wildlife guide and a small number of fellow travelers. This tour distills the best of the Yucatán into a trip that takes in the mature semi-deciduous jungle and some fresh water wetlands. This is a great tour for beginners and a wonderful scenic tour for the experienced birder.

About 20 minutes south of Tulum, we have the opportunity to enjoy an incredible bird diversity, learn about the current Maya culture and the ancient Maya civilization as we walk and look for birds in the village and archaeological site of Muyil. We explore different habitats in the village with different types of vegetation: mature semi-deciduous jungle in the archaeological site of Muyil and some fresh water wetlands as we walk through flooded jungle using a boardwalk until we reach a fresh water lagoon. On this tour it is possible to identify from 40 to 80 species of birds (depending on the time of the year). Depending on the availability of boats, there is also the possibility to add a boat trip across two lagoons and a lazy river floating experience to this tour. We float in a truly unique setting, listening to the sounds of nature, among mangroves, orchids & bromeliads. A calming experience like nothing you have experienced before.

An amazing tour starting with a 2 and half hour travel by boat over the Laguna Bacalar, visiting 3 cenotes at the laguna, the strategies of cocalitos, visiting the Island of bird and the Pirate channel, where you will have time to swim and end the trip with delicious ice cream

The archaeological site of Muyil is located in the northern part of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere reserve. This ancient Mayan trading post is the perfect place to enjoy astounding Mayan temples such as the 17 meters (57 ft) building known as El Castillo in the incredibly diverse semi-deciduous forest of Sian Ka'an. From the archaeological site you will take an interpretive trail towards the tallest observation point of Sian Ka'an to admire the exuberant vegetation of the jungle and the fresh water wetlands. Once you reach the Muyil lagoon, you will take a boat across two lagoons connected by an artificial canal that has been in use for many centuries. Xlapak is the name of the building at the beginning of the lazy river and the start of an incredible floating experience in crystal clear pluvial water on its way to the Caribbean ocean. You will float for over 30 minutes surrounded by mangroves, orchids, bromeliads. A delicious vegetarian picnic with seasonal fruits is included in the tour.

Enjoy a fantastic trip through the World Heritage Sites of the Yucatan Peninsula. This trip has a perfect combination of the core nature and cultural activities, that sum up what Yucatan Peninsula is all about! Explore the amazing Sian Ka’an, Calakmul and Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserves as well as the second largest coral reef of the world, the amazing Mayan jungle, the unique wetlands and the wide biodiversity that these ecosystems have to offer. Truly understand the history of the Mayans by visiting impressive archaeological sites such as Coba and Chichen Itza and visit the colonial cities of Valladolid and Merida.

We star with Muyil Lagoon, board local motorboats and cruise through natural channels that crisscross this fascinating natural paradise filled with extensive mangrove forest and islands, wetland, Savannah and forest ecosystems that are home to hundreds of bird, mammal and reptile species. We finish with the Mayan Archaeological site of Tulum world famous for it´s unique location alongside the Caribbean Coastline.

Private tour with specialized guide in the emblematic ancient Mayan city of Tulúm and one of the sites inside the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve. Enjoy the sites at your own pace; no hurries.

Experience a floating session in the ancient Mayan canals of Sian Ka'an Biosphere Learn more about the amazing animals and plants that live here.T This is a great tour for the whole family.

Pack in three important archeological sites of the Yucatán Peninsula on this private day trip from Tulum. See the Muyil ruins of Sian Ka'an, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Then get a personalized tour of ancient Tulum on the Caribbean coast and climb Nohoch Muul at Coba. This full-day itinerary with a professional guide includes a buffet lunch and round-trip hotel transport.

Come and take a tour of the paths that the Mayans walked and discover an infinite number of birds in the arqueologic ruins Xelha and Muyil, like the beautiful Motmot’s bird, characteristic of this region, enjoy this fun adventure living with the beauty of biodiversity. Ebird user José Paz Ven a realizar un recorrido por los senderos que caminaron los mayas y descubre una infinidad de aves en la zona arqueologicas de Xelha y Muyil. como el hermoso Momoto corona turquesa , característica de esta región, disfruta de esta divertida aventura conviviendo con lo hermoso de la biodiversidad. Usuario Ebird José Paz .

About 20 minutes south of Tulum, we have the opportunity to enjoy an incredible bird diversity, learn about the current Maya culture and the ancient Maya civilization as we walk and look for birds in the village and archaeological site of Muyil. ​ We explore different habitats in the village with different types of vegetation: mature semi-deciduous jungle in the archaeological site of Muyil and some fresh water wetlands as we walk through flooded jungle using a boardwalk until we reach a fresh water lagoon. ​ On this tour it is possible to identify from 40 to 80 species of birds (depending on the time of the year). ​ Depending on the availability of boats, there is also the possibility to add a boat trip across two lagoons and a lazy river floating experience to this tour. We float in a truly unique setting, listening to the sounds of nature, among mangroves, orchids & bromeliads. A calming experience like nothing you have experienced before.