Tour Reviews

Katrina Comissiong-Williams
Richmond, Virginia
Chacchoben Extreme
Norweigan Sun

Best Part of Our Cruise!

This was literally the most special thing that we did during our cruise! When looking for a shore excursion, we wanted to use a local company and avoid the cattle call that cruise based excursions can be. I am so glad that we went with Native Choice! Getting there is easy once you actually manage to escape from the port, and the crew there was ready for our arrival with a cool can and cold water. There were only six people in our van, and Eliot made the drive to the ruins so special. We learned a great deal about the culture of the Mayans, Mestizos, and of Mahuahal, local plants and wildlife, and agriculture. The 45 minute drive seemed like nothing because he was so engaging (And we got to help with idioms like Cougar, Cub, and Meat Sweats!)

At the ruins, Lorenzo was our guide. He was such a wealth of information, and it was a privilege to learn about history, culture, nature, and archaeology from him.The small size of our group made for a truly immersive and enriching experience. The beauty and power of Chacchoben are unreal, but Lorenzo was able to frame it in a way that made it personal for each of us.

During the drive to the lagoon, the road admittedly makes the trip feel like an abduction, but it is worth the wait. On the way, we got to see a pineapple farm, and Eliot stopped to pick leaves from an Allspice tree so we could smell and sample them. The lagoon and resort are incredible, and we regretted taking a cruise when we realized that we could have been there for the entire the week. The food and drinks were delicious and plentiful, and Eliot was so attentive that he would not even allow me to pick up a plate and clear the table. We were well taken care of the entire time, and the kayaking was a highlight (bring water shoes though, the bottom is rocky!)

Bottom line, I would do this again in a heartbeat, and we WAY underpaid for the amazing experience that we received. I am so grateful to Eliot, Lorenzo, and Native Choice for making our trip so special, and I would recommend them to ANYONE vacationing in Mahahual/Costa Maya.

Mac
Florida
Chacchoben Extreme
Independence of the Sea

Wonderful Day!

VIP treatment all the way, our 11 member family had a van to ourselves with a driver and tour guide (Griselle). Even with the walk several blocks to the Native Choice office we were one of the first groups to arrive at the ruins. Griselle was a great guide, informative, and we had plenty of time at the ruins before heading out for the lagoon. The resort was so beautiful, and the service was first-class. The water is amazingly clear and beautiful and our family had a wonderful time.

Rachel Paris
New Zealand
Chacchoben Ruins
Celebrit Equinox

Elliot is the best!

Elliot, a young chap, guided our 9-strong group to the Chacchoben ruins this afternoon. He was so impressive: fun, engaging, knowledgeable, passionate and such a great ambassador for Native Choice. Thanks also to Pedro our speedy driver. Great tour.

Sydney
Indiana
Chacchoben Ruins
Royal Caribbean

Amazing excursion!

Ron, Rosa, and Sergio were amazing! They were very knowledgable and funny, made it a very interactive and fun experience! We toured the ruins and then went to lunch at a lagoon and everything was beautiful! Would definitely recommend this excursion to anyone who wants to see the ruins at Chacchoben!

Tayla
Mass
Chacchoben Ruins
Norweign Getaway

BEST EXCURSION

I recommend this excursion to absolutely anyone and everyone! The actual site of the Myan ruins is absolutely beautiful and you are able to climb on them and take plenty of pictures and there’s lots of nature to learn our bow that surrounds them. Our tour guide was Fabiola and she was fabulous!!! The van that took us to the site was a very good size and had air-conditioning, she made sure we all had water when we needed it, for both the ride there in the ride back she had a little speaker on where she told us about Mexico it’s self. On the way back she also gave us some Mexican snacks to try and take home and then we were able to stop at a fruitstand and try what they had! She was very accommodating while we were out the ruins and so willing to answer all of our questions and we’ll inform us all about the site of Chacchoben! The day couldn’t have been better. BESDIES The walk to the actual excursion center was a little bit confusing and about a 15 minute walk and it goes through the city not the cruise port. But not really a big deal we just didn’t know. Hope you guys choose this tour!!!!

Cody
Tampa, FL
Chacchoben Extreme
RC Majesty of the Seas

Hands down the best tour!

We booked our tour with the Native Choice after a recommendation from a friend. And I am so glad we did. This was, hands-down, one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. Elliott, Edder, And Anastasio made our experience the best ever. From checking in at the office, the transportation to the first stop on the tour, the friendliness of the guides, and just all-around how wonderful they were. When we come back to Costa Mesa, we will use the Native Choice again!

Shaden Zakour
Forest Hills, NY, USA
Chacchoben Extreme
NCL Pearl

BEST TOUR AROUND! Ruins & Relax

From the moment we were greeted by our Amazing #1 tour guide, Sir Elliot, we knew we were in good hands. He was very knowledgeable about the area and gave us a lovely history lesson about Mexico and the proper names of towns. He was joyful, pleasant and very kind. We were very lucky to have him as well as Davide our Ruins expert! I forgot our drivers name but he was an excellent driver and we thank you all again for a vacation we won't ever forget. We learned about the history of the rituals and all about the significance of the ruins. We were also lucky enough to see some monkeys in the rain forest! Then we were taken to an OASIS FANTASY getaway in a very remote and PRIVATE shoreline. Fed a delicious meal with drinks that kept flowing, and the chance to swim in the gorgeous waters. Choose this excursion for the best $ spent with the best tour guides in the city! You will NOT regret the small walk to the meeting spot, WELL worth the adventure! Highly recommend. Make sure you ask for Elliot & Davide!! ;-)

Emily
Charlotte, North Carolina
Chacchoben Ruins
Majesty of the seas

Hugo and Miguel were great!

Hugo was very knowledgeable and was able to answer every question we had. Miguel was also a great driver and very attentive by passing out umbrellas when it started raining. We learned a lot and definitely recommend doing a tour with Hugo and Miguel! It was so much better to do the tour with a local company and have a local experience!