TUXTLA GUTIÉRREZ GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Trail with Victor Chambor: Into the Lacandona Jungle to Golondrinas and the Lacanja Ruins
A 3–4 hour guided jungle trail from Lacandones Lodge that pairs intimate natural history and Mayan cultural interpretation with a swim at Golondrinas waterfalls.
Trail with Victor Chambor: Into the Lacandona Jungle to Golondrinas and the Lacanja Ruins.
Venture into the Lacandona Jungle from Lacandones Lodge in Lacanjá Chansayab with local guide Victor Chambor to follow a trail that leads to the city of Lacanja, the Golondrinas waterfalls, and nearby Lacanja ruins—an eco-adventure that combines biodiversity, waterfalls and Mayan cultural insight.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Victor Chambor — Lacandona guardian and ecotourism leader
Guided by Victor Chambor, a prominent local conservationist and ecotourism leader, the trail offers deep knowledge of the jungle’s biodiversity and the spiritual significance of the forest to the Lacandon people.
Golondrinas Waterfalls — swimming and jungle respite
The route includes time at the Golondrinas waterfalls where participants can enjoy the breeze, take a refreshing swim, and absorb the sensory calm of the surrounding rainforest.
Lacanja — ruins, community and Mayan traditions
Along the trail you’ll learn about Mayan culture and the relationship between the Lacandon people and the forest, including stops that connect natural history with local tradition and the Lacanja ruins.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
This is a compact, focused jungle outing: meet at Lacandones Lodge in Lacanjá Chansayab, set off on a trail through the Lacandona Jungle led by Victor Chambor, visit the city of Lacanja and the Lacanja ruins, and finish with time at the Golondrinas waterfalls for rest and an optional swim—the whole experience runs roughly 3–4 hours.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this outing
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing runs approximately 3–4 hours and departs from Lacandones Lodge in Lacanjá Chansayab.
Comfortable clothing, closed sandals or tennis shoes, swimsuit, hat, biodegradable sunscreen, and 1 liter of water (bottle).
Jungle trail with interpretive stops, visits to Lacanja and Lacanja ruins, and time at Golondrinas waterfalls for rest and swimming.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What should I bring on the tour?
Bring comfortable clothing, closed sandals or tennis shoes, a swimsuit, hat, biodegradable sunscreen, and at least 1 liter of water.
How long is the trail?
The experience lasts approximately 3–4 hours.
Where do we meet the guide?
Meeting point is Lacandones Lodge in Lacanjá Chansayab.
Who leads the tour?
The trail is guided by Victor Chambor, a local Lacandon guide known for his conservation work and deep knowledge of the jungle.
Will there be time to swim?
Yes—there is time at the Golondrinas waterfalls to take a refreshing swim.
What will I learn on the trail?
Expect interpretation of the jungle’s flora and fauna, insights into Mayan culture and the Lacandon people, and perspectives on conservation from your guide.