About Temazcal - Sanctus Lotus
This is your chance to discover the real Mexico. The one that was here long before any tourists.
Immerse yourself in traditional Mayan culture by visiting a REAL Mayan village!
You'll see fascinating ruins, take part in a gastronomic workshop, experience a purifying Temazcal ceremony and so much more!
See the full description of the day's activities below.
AMENITIES
- Professional Guide
- Roundtrip transportation
- Light snacks
- Bathroom & services
- Equipment provided
- Lunch
- Soft drinks
Prices
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- Child: Not permitted
- Toddlers: Not permitted
- Cancellation: Strict
Description
The day begins around 1:40 pm where you will discover the fascinating Mayan ruins of Chunyaxche with your certified guide who will explain the history of the temples, flora, and fauna.
From there, at around 4:30 pm, you will head into a local Mayan village and interact with the community.
This eye-opening experience will allow you to open your senses to their way of life.
Drink Jamaica water straight from a “jicara” made right there at the moment, taste the local liquor “Xtabentun” made from aromatic herbs and anise, and wander around alongside your guide who will explain the surroundings.
You’ll learn about all aspects of authentic Mayan life; their housing, clothes, food, and respect for nature.
This tour includes:
- a gastronomic workshop
- a spiritual Mayan ceremony, which will help you cultivate good energy and have positive effects on your wellbeing.
- a purification ceremony using the elements of air, fire, earth, and water.
- a Temazcal ceremony (sacred steam bath)
- a swim in a sacred cenote
- a Mayan dinner - enjoy a candlelit dinner made by the community! Savor the flavors of Pubil Chicken, white rice, beans, potato and green peppers, tortillas, dessert, and Jamaica water.
This tour ends around 10 pm.
It is available only on Tuesdays (if the group is more than 10 people we can open a special day for you).
Languages = English/French/Spanish
Recommended for people over 12 years old.
Hints and Tips
- Not recommended for people under the age of 12.
- Not recommended for pregnant women.
- Bring clothes you don't mind getting dirty.
- Bring a swimsuit, bug spray, sunscreen, a towel, and change of clothes.
- Bring a camera.
- Bring extra money for tips, gratuities, & souvenirs.
Kids
Not recommended for children under the age of 5. Child pricing applies to children aged 5-11.
Accessibility
Not recommended for people with limited mobility, or pregnant women.
location
Tulum
- Address: Reforma Agraria-Puerto Juárez km 25, Chunyaxche, Felipe Carrillo Puerto , Quintana Roo, Mexico, 77710 GET DIRECTIONS