Herbal Medicine Making

Listing Type
Tour/Activity
Type of Tour/Activity
Cultural Immersion
Main Activity
Local Product Making
Intensity Level
Easy
$
37
50
/ Person
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About Listing
Features:
Local Products, Medicine Making
Highlights
  • Nature
  • Natural Medicines
  • Culture
Gold Certified:
No
Gold Compliant:
Yes
Description
1. ​History of Maya Medicine
2. Garden Tour
3. Medicine Making
 
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Suitable for:
Kids
Teens
Adults
Families
Groups
Couples
Seniors
Recommended Age Range:
11 - 20
21 - 30
31 - 40
41 - 50
What to bring?
Recommended items to bring on the trip.
  • Insect Repellent
  • Sun Screen
  • Camera
  • Binoculars
  • Caps/Hats
Rates
The base rates charged by the provider. This includes all taxes and applicable fees.
Capacity:
25 people
Minimum:
2 people
Minimum number of people.
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Per
Price
Unless otherwise indicated, prices are in US dollars.
Person
$
37
50
Add-ons
The total cost of the options you choose will be added to the total cost of the tour.
Per
Name
Price
Description
PersonLunch
$
13		Drink Included with Lunch
Itinerary
Activity
Description
Time
Duration
Garden TourTour of the Medicinal Garden10:00 AM1 Hour
Medicine MakingMaking of herbal medicine11:00 AM1 Hour
Activities
Learning, Sightseeing
Transportation
Is Transportation provided?:
No
Availability
Schedule
Dates
Start Time
Duration
Daily9:00 AM1 hr 30 min
Provider
Nuuk Che'il Cottages
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Aurora Saqui has bestowed the healing wisdom of her late Uncle Don Eligio Panti, a famous and world-renowned Maya Traditional Healer, also known as an h’men or herbal doctor. ... moreAfter 8 years of apprenticeship, he selected Aurora to assume his role upon his passing. She now operates her herbal clinic and provides health care to the residents of Maya Centre and surrounding villages. Aurora has recently authored a book, Ix Hmen U Tzaco Ah Maya: Maya Herbal Medicine, and is committed to preserving this important Mayan heritage for future generations. You can arrange for a consultation with Aurora at her clinic if you are experiencing health problems or want to support your wellbeing.

Ernesto Saqui is an avid conservationist and former director of the Jaguar Reserve for 15 years. As an expert naturalist, Ernesto often leads guests on nature or birding walks. He has also been a Maya leader for 26 years in his community of Maya Centre. A former teacher, Ernesto continues to educate about Maya Cultural traditions and founded the non-profit organization, Juuntulico’on, which means One People in Maya. His vision for Juuntilico’on has been to sustain cultural knowledge and traditions for future generations. Ernesto conducts Maya Ceremonies for different occasions, including Maya weddings, and spiritual cleansing for those seeking renewal in their life. Come, meet and share cultural experiences with this extraordinary Maya leader.

Ernesto and Aurora, both of Maya descent, have created a mosaic of fascinating learning experiences for their visitors. This includes traditional cultural activities such as Maya herbal medicine, spiritual cleansing and learning how to cook Maya dishes.
Account Type:
Tour Operator
Gold Certified:
Yes
Service Types:
Tours | Activities, Accommodation, Private Guides
Destinations
Payment & Cancellation
Cancellation Policy
Strict
  • Cancellations made 90 days before will be fully refunded except for a service fee of 3%.
  • Cancellations made 45 days before will be refunded 25% of the amount paid.
  • Cancellations made at a later date will not be refunded.
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Educational Tour!
It's incredible to learn all the benefits and remedies you can do with plants! Mr. Ernesto communicated with us exceptionally, and his wife even gave us home made soap made from some of the plants from this trail!
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Very Informative!
Mr. Ernesto was very knowledgeable with the various plants in his medicinal trail. He gave us an insight to traditional Maya medicinal herbs and their uses in the Maya culture.
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