Xcambo Ruins & Pink Lagoon Salt Flats

Starting at
$77.99 / Adult (ages 13 and over)
$66.99 / Child (ages 6 - 12)
Progreso, Yucatan, Mexico
Moderate Activity Level
No Minimum Age
3.3 hours
Children 5 years and under do not require a ticket
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Xcambo Ruins: Explore the renowned Mayan site of Xcambo, a vital trading center specializing in salt production. Climb ancient Mayan temples, including the Temple of Sacrifices, while your guide provides insights into this fascinating culture. Discover the celestial significance of Xcambo, meaning "Celestial Crocodile" or the place of exchanges.

Pink Salt Lakes: Explore a nearby small salt flat lake, mirroring the vibrant hues of Yucatan's coastal flats—shades of pink and orange. Witness the local tradition of salt harvesting, a practice spanning thousands of years. The prosperity of Xcambo's Mayan community was rooted in the abundance of salt from this very site. Don't miss the chance to purchase small souvenir bags of this historic salt.

What’s Included:

  • Entrance to Xcambo Mayan site.
  • Entrance to Salt Flat Lake.

Notes

Accessibility: This tour is not accessible for guests using wheelchairs, canes, rollators, other mobility devices or for those who are blind/low vision. Guests who are deaf/hard of hearing must always be accompanied by a companion. Service animals are not allowed.

Requirements & Restrictions: Guests must be able to walk approximately 1.4 miles over uneven and rocky surfaces with inclines. Closed toe shoes required. Guests must be capable of navigating uneven terrain, steep stairs, long walking distances, and potentially strenuous physical activity.

What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, closed toe shoes, and cash or credit/debit card for extra purchases.

Good to Know: The order of the stops may vary. The color of the Salt Flat Lake water will depend on the time of the year, cloud cover, and water composition. Children 5 years and under are FREE!