Muyil Archaeological Site
Muyil (Chunyaxché)
An ancient Maya site hidden in the jungle, with pyramids among the trees. A boardwalk leads to a lagoon viewing tower, and the site connects to a canal float in Sian Ka'an.
Muyil, also known as Chunyaxché, lies about 25 km south of Tulum. It is one of the oldest Maya sites in the Riviera Maya and was once a trading port reached by lagoon and canal. The castle-like pyramid inside the site stands about 17 meters high, surrounded by dense jungle, and receives far fewer visitors than Tulum. From the site, a wooden boardwalk winds through the forest to a lookout tower overlooking Muyil Lagoon and the Sian Ka'an wetlands, after which boats take you along the ancient canal for a drift. Site admission and reserve fees are charged separately. Bring insect repellent.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Laguna Kaan Luum
- Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve
- Tulum Beach & Hotel Zone
- Cenote Calavera (Temple of Doom)
- Playa Paraíso, Tulum
- Gran Cenote
- Tulum Archaeological Site
- Cenote Car Wash (Aktun Ha)