Top-Rated Costa Maya Tours by native experts
Creators of authentic experiences in Costa Maya. Excursions that will immerse you in the fascinating world of the Maya.
Rated Best Costa Maya excursions since 2004
Mayan Experience Tour
Uncover the living legacy of the Maya by exploring the ancient Chacchoben ruins. Connect with a local family, share an authentic meal, and celebrate centuries of living tradition as you make new friends and lasting memories.
Chacchoben Ruins Tour
Step back in time on a guided tour that traces the epic story of the Maya. Immerse yourself in the sounds of the jungle and climb the Gran Basamento for breathtaking views of the lush landscape below.
Chacchoben Extreme Tour
Discover the best of Costa Maya with a tour that combines history and adventure. Begin with a journey through the ancient Chacchoben ruins, then dive into adventure at the breathtaking Seven Color Lagoon, where you can swim, kayak, or unwind in paradise.
Mayan Family + Seven Color Lagoon Tour
Connect with Costa Maya's local culture and savor an authentic, home-cooked meal. Then, unwind at the tranquil Seven Color (Bacalar) Lagoon, perfect for swimming, kayaking, or simply relaxing by the water.
Bacalar Lagoon Explorer Tour
Embark on an unforgettable journey from Costa Maya to Bacalar Lagoon. Cruise the tranquil waters of this captivating oasis and discover its vibrant, ever-changing shades of blue.
Kohunlich & Dzibanche Ruins Tour
Experience the legacy of two ancient Maya cities on the ultimate ruins adventure. Explore the intricate palaces of Kohunlich before climbing the massive temples of Dzibanché for breathtaking views, experiencing the best of Costa Maya's history in a single day.
Premier Tours Collection
Our Premier Tours offer an intimate and in-depth exploration of the Maya world. Limited to just ten guests per group and led by our most seasoned guides, each experience is designed to be truly personal and unforgettable.
Chacchoben Ruins Premier Tour
Elevate your Chacchoben experience. Limited to just ten guests, this exclusive tour is led by our most seasoned guides, ensuring an unparalleled and truly personal look into the ancient Maya world.
Kohunlich Ruins Premier Tour
Journey into the serene jungle on a guided tour of Kohunlich, Costa Maya's largest Maya ruins. Explore ancient palaces and climb the iconic Temple of the Masks to stand before the Sun God and take in breathtaking views.
Dzibanche Ruins Premier Tour
Step back in time to Dzibanche, the ancient capital of the powerful Ka'an dynasty. This secluded tour lets you explore its magnificent pyramid-temples and climb to the top for a breathtaking view of the vast jungle canopy.
The Best Costa Maya Tours & Excursions
Discover the authentic spirit of Costa Maya with The Native Choice, the region's premier tour operator offering Costa Maya excursions for cruise ship and hotel guests. Our Costa Maya excursions are a perfect blend of rich Mayan culture, thrilling adventure, and genuine, heartfelt service that only a local can provide.
Go beyond the ordinary with our top-rated Costa Maya tours. Our selection of authentic Costa Maya excursions offers something for everyone: from exploring ancient Maya ruins to engaging with modern Maya culture and enjoying the stunning Seven Color Lagoon (Bacalar). Book your perfect adventure and see why our Costa Maya excursions are a traveler favorite.
What makes our Costa Maya excursions different?
Simply put, we're the local experts. Our native guides are passionate about sharing their culture and history, offering you an authentic perspective you won't find anywhere else. We also guarantee your peace of mind—you'll get back to your ship on time, and your tour deposit is fully refundable if your ship doesn't make it to port. Our Costa Maya tours are designed to perfectly fit your time in port, ensuring a stress-free and unforgettable adventure.
Your Costa Maya, Your Way.
Craft your ideal Costa Maya adventure with a private, custom tour.
We'll gladly design a unique itinerary for you and your group. Whether you want to explore the ancient Maya ruins, visit the Bacalar Lagoon, or experience Chacchoben village—or a combination of them all—we can create the perfect day just for you.
Tell us what you have in mind, and we'll help make your visit to Costa Maya truly unforgettable.
Wall of Love
What our past guests say about touring with us!
EXCELLENT!
One of the best excursions we have ever taken. It was not too long or too short and the pace was excellent. The beauty and magnificence of these ruins is just wonderous! Ivan made the entire experience one to remember from the minute he stepped into the van until the time he dropped us at port.
Ivan, your knowledge, stories, and passion about what you do and who you are made a world of difference. We thank you for your time and attention and for allowing us to have an excellent day in Costa Maya. Keep the jokes coming, watch out for speed bumps and yes, you were right, the spicy pineapple is highly addictive!
Annette ZawadzkiArnprior, Ontario Canada
Carnival Dream
Chacchoben Ruins Tour
Incredible Experience
This tour was fantastic!!! Our tour guide Edder was incredibly knowledgeable about the Chacchoben Ruins and Mayan history and culture. He taught us so much and left us fascinated and wanting to learn more! It's amazing to see the structures and landscape once walked by the Mayans. What is really cool about The Native Choice is how much time we had to explore the ruins compared to other groups - we saw lots of structures and weren’t rushed. This was an experience I won't forget. Our driver José was wonderful and friendly, and got us safely there and back! On the site, there is a small gift shop with cool Chacchoben items - so bring cash (USD) if you're interested!
BrookIllinois, USA
MSC Seashore
Chacchoben Ruins Tour
Chacchoben Ruins Tour
This was by far the best excursion we got to experience on our 7 days cruise. The checked in process was easy and very organized. And they have nice AC transportations. Our tour guide Joel Bartolo Perez Alonzo was amazing. My family really had the best time and enjoyed this tour so much. The Mayan lunch experience was amazing. The ladies who prepped and made our food was super nice and friendly. What a great presentation. We loved it. The food was great and we were served with Hibiscus tea which I loved so much. Our 3 boys really had the best time and we would love to do this again great people, great service and all. We definitely commend this company 100%.
Lyn ConaughtyHarmony, Florida USA
Enchanted Princess
Mayan Experience Tour
10/10 TOUR! Best of our trip!
This tour was absolutely fantastic! Our guide, Alondra and our driver were so knowledgeable and fun. We were wondering if the tour would even happen because it was pouring rain and they showed up with umbrellas for all of us and cold water bottles had It was a very nice and clean ACTUAL AIR CONDITIONED tour van! ???? Alondra had a headset microphone so everyone could hear her. Honestly, I was a little nervous about going to a private family home for a meal and it was the most amazing experience. I wasn’t worried about sanitary standards at all. It was so clean and we had such a neat and personalized experience. The meal was absolutely fantastic and authentic. I can’t say enough positive about this company and our experience with them. The Mayan ruins were so absolutely great and Alondra knew so much information about them and the Mayan culture. So absolutely fascinating and left me wanting to learn more..We want to do this tour again and bring all of our kids back for it.
Mandi Taylor Herriman, UtEnchanted Princess
Mayan Experience Tour
Authentic Experiences and People
Book the excursion with Native Choice and you will be glad you did. I was traveling with my family. First trip on a cruise and out of the country. I felt safe the entire time. The guide was Lorenzo and he knows all the details and is outstanding at what he does! Miguel was our driver and I felt very safe the entire time. He never did any risky or crazy driving. They both were very personable and really wanted you to have a nice comfortable trip. I highly recommend using this tour group. They had us back at port exactly at 430 with plenty of time to shop if you wanted to.
Nikki Clarksville TN USMariner of the seas
Mayan Experience Tour
Authentic Experiences and People
We absolutely loved our excursion. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable. The Mayan family were so welcoming and prepared a fantastic lunch. We had such a nice time that we would be tempted to do this tour all over again. Highly recommended!
Adrian P Bluffton,SC, USA
Enchantment of the Seas
Mayan Experience Tour