Tour Genesis Retreat

Relax in a garden hammock, swim in our pristine, chemical-free pool, enjoy the company of like-minded guests and feast on regional specialties made on-site by our Mayan cook.


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 Archaeology  -  Culture  -  Eco-Tourism  -  Paradise

Genesis Retreat is 300 meters from a spectacular archaeological site considered to have been the seat of Maya power in Central Yucatan during classic times. On the edge of a traditional village, it provides opportunities to make contact with locals, view how hammocks and tortillas are made, participate in traditional ceremonies and community events, or learn basic Maya. Visitors may also experience the richness of Yucatan's ecological heritage: cycling, swimming, bird watching, hiking, exploring cenotes or just lounging in a garden hammock. Besides the main lodge and dining area, Genesis Ek Balam includes 6 completely screened, Maya-stylized cabañas on a secure, private acre. One cabin is air-conditioned and all are equipped with quality ceiling or floor fans. With our three cabin tents with double beds, Genesis can accommodate 15- 20 visitors.

Genesis Retreat Includes…
  • chemical-free, bio-filtered swimming pool
  • Pressurized hot water showers, outdoor "eco-showers"
  • Garden bathtub
  • Coffee Shop, kitchen, book exchange (8am-8pm)
  • Traditional/regional and vegetarian menus
  • Mountain bikes to explore nearby villages, cenotes, caves
  • Arrangements for transportation to and from Cancun or Merida Intl. airports, and tours to archaeological and natural attractions (Chichen Itza, Cenote Dzitnup, Caribbean beaches, Gulf coast Biosphere Reserve)

    • With Advance Notice…
  • Group catering
  • Main lodge for meetings, instruction on archaeology, flora and fauna
  • Instruction in Maya or Spanish language, Yucatecan dance and cooking
  • Traditional sweatlodge and purification ceremonies, traditional curative massage and medicinal plants expeditions
    • Genesis Retreat Ek Balam is...
  • 1 ½ hour from Cancun or Merida international airports
  • 1 ½ hour from the white, sandy beaches of the Caribbean
  • 1 ½ hour from the biosphere reserve at coast of Gulf of Mexico
  • ½ hour from the world-famous ruins of Chichen Itza
  • ½ hour from the Colonial city of Valladolid, the oldest city in the Yucatan
  • ½ hour from the spectacular cenotes of Zaci, Dzitnup
  • A short cycle trip to untouristed caves, cenotes and forest
  • 300 m. from the spectacular archaeological site of Ek Balam
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