It isn't possible to climb to the top of the temples at Chacchoben. Visitors are allowed to climb only a few steps of all the temples, all over the site you will see ropes marking how far you can go.
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The pyramids and temples are common at most of the ancient Mayan sites around Yucatan and Quintana Roo but to prevent injury and damage to them many are roped off and you can't climb. There are though 3 that you can climb.Coba, Uxmal and one in Izamal.
The Chacchoben Mayan ruins are 100% worth visiting, especially if you love history, culture and nature. If you love Maya ruins, you'll absolutely adore the Chacchoben archeological site. It's the perfect excursion from the Costa Maya cruise port or the towns of Mahahual and Bacalar.
You Can Climb All the Way to the TopEk Balam ruins are some of the tallest in the area, standing at 95 feet tall. You're allowed to climb to the highest point of the ruins, which will take you high above the treetops and give you a stunning view of the peninsula.
Yes!A self-guided walking tour of Tulum is the best way to explore everything that the fantastic site offers. Not only will the app give you directions on where to go, but it will also tell you all about the secret history of the Mayan empire.
Experienced snorkelers will be dazzled. It is also extremely well protected from the open ocean so it offers a safe and comfortable environment for novice snorkelers.
Chacchoben, Place of the Red Corn in Yucatec Maya, is a nicely restored archaeological zone. The graceful curved lines of the pyramids are a notable feature here, an aspect of Peten style architecture. It was a regional center that had probable associations with Dzibanche, and other smaller nearby sites.
INAH has been closing monuments to public access over the past several years and visitors can no longer climb them or go inside their chambers. Another fair reason behind the restriction was a couple of accidents. People use to trip or even fall due to the steep steps of the Pyramid of Kukulkan.
Of the four main Mayan ruin sites that people visit from the Riviera Maya, only one still allows people to climb to the top of the main pyramid. There are however some other Mayan ruins that might be a little harder to get to but offer a great experience including being able to climb to the top of some of the pyramids.
You should wear loose-fitting or light-colored clothing that is comfortable. You are likely to sweat as you walk around the ruins in the hot Mexican sun.
The Coba Ruins are open to the public and you can even climb up the pyramids, just like the Mayans did 2,000 years ago. Getting a chance to touch history is rare, and getting so close to such ancient history is exciting for everyone.