Step into
a Maya
family home.
Cook, grind cacao, make tortillas, and hear stories with local hosts. Authentic Kekchi and Mopan Maya experiences in their own village.
Why this exists
"A visit rooted in family, food, and everyday Maya life."
Living Maya Experience is a family-run cultural tourism business in Big Falls Village. Guests cook, grind cacao, prepare food by hand, and share stories with local Maya hosts in their own home.
The mission is to preserve and share Maya heritage in a respectful, meaningful way — while supporting the village community directly.
Experiences
Two ways to
visit.
Choose the hands-on cultural tour or the traditional Maya meal. Send a request first, then the family confirms availability before payment.
How it works
Book in three steps.
Choose an experience
Pick between the hands-on cultural tour and the traditional meal. The meal requires at least two guests.
Send a request
Share your preferred date, start time, group size, and any needs. No payment is collected with the request.
Confirm the details
The family checks availability, replies with next steps, and helps coordinate payment and logistics.