Private tour in Costa Maya Gerardo Vladimir A
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For me, Maya history is not just something I study — it is part of my family history. I am the great-grandson of Francisco May Pech, one of the Maya leaders of the Caste War in Quintana Roo. I was born and raised in southern Quintana Roo, surrounded by jungle, milpas, local traditions and the Maya language. This is the region I have called home all my life. When I take you to an ancient Maya city, I don't want you to leave with only dates, names and photographs. I want you to understand the people who built it, the jungle that surrounds it, and how that history is still connected to the people who live here today. My tours are private and flexible, shaped around your interests and your pace. I especially enjoy traveling with curious people — those who ask questions, notice wildlife along the way, want to spend a little longer exploring something that catches their attention, or simply prefer a conversation to a rehearsed tour script. Whether we are exploring Costa Maya, Bacalar, Chetumal or the ancient Maya cities of southern Quintana Roo, my goal is to give you more than sightseeing: context, conversation and a local perspective that helps the place make sense. And if you are visiting from a cruise ship, I understand that enjoying the day also means respecting your time. Your tour is planned with your ship's schedule and return logistics in mind. If you are looking for a private experience that goes beyond simply seeing the sights, come explore southern Quintana Roo with me. I’m Vladimir, and I look forward to welcoming you to my home.
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Experience the stunning Lagoon of Blue Colors as I guide you on a private boat tour, the best way to appreciate Bacalar’s famous blue tones up close and personal—far more impressive than what can be seen from a distance such as in a beach club. Together, we’ll explore calm waters, fully free of algae, as well as natural canals and shallow sandbars, with enough time to swim and enjoy the lagoon at your own pace. If you indeed want to swim, I suggest bringing additional dry clothing to change into, which you'd also have time to do at the end of the boat tour. But beyond this standard experience, if you have more time, you might also be interested in visiting the Cenote Azul, a beautiful and authentic natural site where you could also swim and even sample local dishes being offered on site! This would be possible in a longer version of the tour, so contact me before booking if you're interested and I could customize this tour for you!
-After we've met, we'll depart on a roughly hour long drive from Costa Maya towards Bacalar. -We'll then arrive at the dock where we'll go on board our ship & put on your life jackets for your safety. -Next, we'll depart on a roughly 2-hour long private tour, and as we sail away, we'll see the 18th century Fort of San Felipe, a historic landmark strategically placed in front of the lagoon, as it was used against the pirates that assaulted Bacalar in its colonial era. -The first thing we'll visit on the boat tour is a shallow canal, handmade by the Mayans over a thousand years ago. This is one of the most popular swimming sites in Bacalar! -We'll begin sailing by the western side of the lagoon, from where we'll enjoy great views of the town of Bacalar. -As we go across the lagoon towards the eastern side, we'll reach an area that is full of mangroves, where it is quite common to spot fish swimming around. -After the boat tour, we would drive back to Costa Maya, to where we would arrive an hour later.
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The vehicle we use may vary depending on availability: either a Peugeot Rifter Van 2024; a Foton CSW2 Van; a Toyota Hiace Van; a Ford Transit Van, or similar models from 2020 to 2025.
Avenida Paseo del Puerto, Mahahual, Quintana Roo, 77976, Mexico
I will be waiting for you just outside the Costa Maya entrance, standing on the central sidewalk with a sign displaying your name. From there, we’ll walk together to the vehicle and begin our journey to Chacchoben. I could also pick you up from your hotel if you were lodged in Costa Maya.
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