Ka'an Expeditions

In Campeche we will be able to find and explore a site from the pre-Hispanic Mayan era. It is located on the southeastern side of the state of Campeche, almost on the border with Guatemala.

This region of Petén is where one of the most important reserves of the Calakmul biosphere is located. There we will find more than 6 thousand structures from the classical Mayan period such as pyramids, squares and stelae.

The name of this place in the dialect means City of the two adjacent pyramids.

We Ka'an Expeditions made a morning hike in the aforementioned area in the Calakmul biosphere to get to know all the local flora and fauna.

First we will pick you up, since to get to the place you have to drive approximately two hours. We provide you with water, soda and if you need it, a breakfast. Tickets are also part of this tour, it is recommended that you bring the appropriate clothing, closed shoes and light clothing since the average duration is 7 hours.

Our second activity is a guided visit to the ruins of Calakmul, this occasion is more cultural and lasts approximately 5 hours not counting from which location we pick you up. Keep in mind that in this activity you have to wear comfortable tennis shoes and a clothing that provides you with freshness because the area is very hot.

If you want to sleep in the middle of the jungle we have two houses that can give you that unique experience, our multi-adventure camp offers many possibilities such as going to see the new find, the Oxpemul, one of the 17 monuments that were sculpted in that historical period.

You can camp very close to the jungle lagoon, we provide you with food, food and all the camping equipment. If you are bilingual we have our certified guide.

Live as the Mayans lived!

The Mayan splendor lasted approximately from 2000 BC until the Spanish colonization in 1697. All that long period was taken advantage of by that civilization that was in charge of living in the jungle and building pyramids.

With Ka'an Expeditions you will get to know with our guided tour three archaeological sites; Becán, Chicanná and Xpujil . These places are known for their Rio Bec-style architecture.

An architecture that influences the final period of the classical. These places, being completely surrounded by jungle, add a plus to our tour, since you will be able to see all kinds of animals.

At the end we plan to take you to a lagoon known for the presence of crocodiles. You can see that the exotic honey harvest is still being made.

At present there are descendants of this civilization that live in the surroundings, they continue with the tradition of their crafts and make wood carvings and make fabrics with special fabrics.

Before we start, we invite you to a good breakfast that recharges all your energy and we give you the necessary food.

Keep in mind to wear the appropriate clothing for the area.

Get to know the splendor of this civilization.

If you want an activity from the early hours of the morning, this hike organized by Ka'an Expeditions is your thing. Our guides have participated together with scientists in the sighting and monitoring of the species in the area.

In this activity, apart from knowing the biosphere, you will be able to see some Mayan monoliths or sculptures that were made in honor of the gods and you will have the fortune to see birds, types of toucans, the famous ocellated turkeys exclusive to that area and some woodpeckers.

From the center of Campeche to the Calakmul biosphere there are 240 kilometers to the area, do not worry because we will pick you up and take you.

The intention of this hike is to do it slowly and stealthily in order to have a more extreme sighting and observe tapirs, red deer or some jaguars or pumas.

We include your drink and breakfast and what is most important. Our certified and bilingual guide.

It is necessary to bring comfortable and suitable clothing. Closed shoes and clothes that keep you cool.

Don't forget your mosquito repellent.

Come and discover the flora and fauna of Calakmul!