Palenque Combo Tour: Bonampak Archaeological Site and Lacanjá River Rafting
Palenque, Mexico
Trip Type: Hiking & Camping
Duration: 13 hours
Get to know both the natural and cultural sides of the Lacandon Jungle on this full-day excursion from Palenque. Spend the day enjoying the diverse offerings of this tropical paradise. Raft down a beautiful river while watching for monkeys playing in the trees. Explore the jungle by foot on an informative hike. Then, visit a Mayan archaeological site to experience the history of Chiapas. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off.
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Get to know both the natural and cultural sides of the Lacandon Jungle on this full-day excursion from Palenque. Spend the day enjoying the diverse offerings of this tropical paradise. Raft down a beautiful river while watching for monkeys playing in the trees. Explore the jungle by foot on an informative hike. Then, visit a Mayan archaeological site to experience the history of Chiapas. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off.
Begin your 13-hour outdoor adventure with hotel pickup in Palenque and enjoy the ride in an air-conditioned minivan to the Lacanjá River, with a short breakfast stop on the way. Surrounded by the gorgeous Lacandon Jungle, the Lacanjá River is the perfect place to get a taste of Chiapas’ natural side and its fascinating cultural heritage.
First, explore the beautiful surroundings on your way down the Lacanjá. Your expert guide will orient you to the ways of the river and explain how to safely raft down it. Enjoy being swept across the water as you admire the surrounding jungle. Keep an eye out for creatures of the jungle, like the monkeys playing in the trees. In the afternoon, enjoy a satisfying lunch.
After the river, stretch your legs on a brief hike through the jungle. Listen as your guide explains the native flora and fauna. Then make your way to Bonampak, an ancient Mayan archaeological site. Immerse yourself in history as you navigate the grounds, which were built as far back as AD 580. Learn about the Temple of Murals, a long, narrow building with interior walls containing well-preserved Mayan paintings. Reflect on your exciting day on the ride back to Palenque, ending with drop-off at your hotel.
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