Ek Balam Tour Guide Cancun

This narrated, self-guided tour of Ek Balam takes you through one of the most important ancient Mayan archaeological sites in existence. Dig into their ancient culture, science, religion, and more.
Ekʼ Balam Ruins:
Ancient tombs, Jaguar warriors, and a long-dead civilization… no, it’s not a Hollywood film, it’s real! Even better, you can see it for yourself!
Dig into the fascinating story of Ek Balam, where the Mayans preserved the tombs of their kings. Don’t worry, you won’t find any spring-loaded traps here! What you will find are remnants of an ancient civilization still shrouded in mystery. Explore the magnificent Ek Balam pyramid, the wall carvings which have weathered the ravages of time, and the tombs of once-mighty rulers, all while learning about the history and culture of Maya.
We’ll also dive deep into the arrival of the Spanish, their struggles with the Mayans, and the eventual downfall of Maya. There’s so much ancient history crammed into this place, we guarantee you’ll be captivated from the moment you set foot on these hallowed grounds.
This comprehensive tour of Cancun’s Ek Balam includes:
■ Welcome to Ek Balam
■ Civilization
■ X’Canche Cenote
■ Ek Balam Visitors Centre
■ History of Ek Balam
■ Sacbe
■ Defensive Wall
■ Entrance Arch
■ Mayan Ballgame
■ Ball court
■ Ceremonial Circular Steam Bath
■ Religion
■ Architecture
■ The Acropolis
■ Hieroglyphic Serpents
■ The Tomb
■ Top of the Pyramid
■ South Plaza
HOW IT WORKS:
As you travel, audio stories play automatically based on your location. Simply go to the starting point of the tour and begin following the given route. Each story begins playing on its own, usually just before you reach a point of interest.
TOUR FEATURES:
▶ Freedom of travel
No scheduled tour times, no crowded buses, and no rush to keep moving past stops that interest you. You have total freedom to skip ahead, linger, and take as many photos as you’d like.
▶ Automatic play
No muss, no fuss. Just follow the app’s built-in route to all the must-visit spots — the audio stories about everything you see will play automatically!
▶ Works offline
Download the tour in advance and then use it seamlessly, even in areas with no service!
▶ Lifetime purchase
No monthly subscription. No time limits. No usage limits. Enjoy this tour as many times as you like.
▶ Incredible stories
Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and secrets of this famous site with the help of a top-tier narrator and fascinating stories written by experts.
▶ Award-winning app
Featured on Thrillist and WBZ, this easy-to-use app won the Laurel Award for Technology from the Newport Mansions, who use the app for over a million tours per year.
▶ Cancun Bundle
Unearth the mysteries of the ancient and highly advanced Mayan civilization at four separate ruins: Chichen Itza, Tulum, Coba, and Ek Balam.
Visit the iconic and awe-inspiring El Castillo pyramid of Chichen Itza. Take in unbelievable ocean views from the seaside fortress of Tulum. Discover the tomb of an ancient Mayan king at Ek Balam. Climb to the top of a pyramid in Coba and survey the ruins from on high. As you explore all these sites, you’ll learn about the Mayans, their technology and art, their struggles against the Spanish, and much, much more.
FREE DEMO:
Check out the totally free demo to get an idea of what this tour is all about. If you like it, purchase the tour to access all the stories.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Download the tour ahead of time over data or WiFi for full offline use.
Be sure your phone battery is fully charged or take an external battery pack. Continued use of the GPS can drain your battery.
Allow the tour to access location services and GPS tracking features to play stories automatically during the tour.