Puuc Journeys: San Agustin + Chocantes Grottoes

1 Day

For adventure lovers! Start the day by visiting the community of San Agustín to learn about their way of life and then visit the incredible Grutas Chocantes in Tekax.

Overview

Early in the morning you will head south to the heart of the Puuc zone. Upon arrival you will enjoy a delicious breakfast at the facilities of the cooperative Turismo Indígena San Agustín.

During your stay you will enjoy the tranquility of the community and observe some of the economic activities that take place in the village, such as the production of charcoal and wooden furniture, the manufacture of handicrafts carved in wood and hammocks, as well as the cultivation of vegetables and medicinal plants in a small local plot.

To recharge your batteries you will enjoy a home-cooked meal at the cooperative and then head to the Grutas Chocantes, where you will visit the famous Grutas de Cristal and its viewpoint located on one of the highest hills in Yucatán, where you can launch yourself on the longest zip line in the state.

 

What I need to bring with me?

-Comfort shoes.

-Sunscreen.

-A hat or cap.

-A bottle of water.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

This experience is not recommended for people with limited mobility.
There is no cell phone coverage in St. Augustine.
When traveling on your own, you are responsible for following the itinerary and activities at the designated times. Local guides speak Spanish.

 

CANCELLATION POLICY:

We will charge a 50% cancellation fee if you cancel your reservation 2 days or more before the start of the event.

Itinerary

Day 1 :
Itinerary

Departure from Mérida
Early in the morning you will depart south to the heart of the Puuc zone.

Welcome in San Agustin and breakfast
Upon arrival you will enjoy a delicious breakfast in the facilities of the cooperative Turismo Indígena San Agustín.

Community tour
During your stay you will enjoy the tranquility of the community and observe some of the economic activities that take place in the village, such as the production of charcoal and wooden furniture, the manufacture of wood carved handicrafts and hammocks, as well as the cultivation of vegetables and medicinal plants in a small local plot.

Lunch
To recharge your batteries you will enjoy a home-cooked meal at the cooperative and then head to the Grutas Chocantes.

Visit to the Grutas Chocantes
You will visit the famous Grutas de Cristal and its viewpoint located on one of the highest hills in Yucatan, where you will be able to launch yourself on the longest zip line in the state.

Arrival in Merida
You will leave Tekax around 6 p.m. and arrive in Merida at 7:30 p.m.

What is included in the price?

INCLUDES:

  • Food and beverage
  • Entrance
  • Community tour to learn about the community organization with 4 activities: visit to the sawmill, the craftswomen, a traditional medicine plot and the archaeological remains of the locality with the accompaniment of a local guide.
  • Visit to the Chocantes Caves: tour of the trail, visit to the lookout point, zip-line descent and tour of the caves.
  • Private transportation service throughout the tour with a guide-driver in Spanish or English, pick-up and drop-off (only if the "with transportation" option is booked).

EXCLUDES:

  • Tips and souvenirs.

Starting point:

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

Puuc Journeys: San Agustin + Chocantes Grottoes
Group Discount Available
From $1990 $1990
/ Adult