Merida: World of Melipona Bees Exploration Tour

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Embark on a 6-hour adventure from Merida to Motul, discovering the fascinating world of Melipona bees. Enjoy a regional breakfast, become a beekeeper for a day, interact with stingless bees, and participate in a candle workshop.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a regional breakfast of Motuleños Eggs at 20 de Noviembre market
  • Experience being a beekeeper for a day
  • Interact with stingless bees
  • Indulge in a candle workshop using natural wax

Description

Join us on a unique 6-hour journey from Merida to Motul, where you'll delve into the captivating universe of Melipona bees. Begin your day with a delicious regional breakfast of Motuleños Eggs at the 20 de Noviembre market, prepared by Doña Evelia, a local culinary expert. Transfer from Motul to the Apiary: Following breakfast, embark on a short transfer to an apiary, a natural space hailed as one of the best living museums of honey. Here, you'll step into the shoes of a beekeeper for a day, gaining insights into the history of bees and the vital role played by the Melipona bee in Yucatán and Mexico. Interactive Tour at the Apiary: Engage in a hands-on experience with bees that do not have stingers, participate in a candle workshop using natural wax, and savor a tasting session of hive products such as propolis and royal jelly. Immerse yourself in the diverse flavors of honey produced by these endemic Yucatán bees. If you're inclined, learn the art of crafting candles using wax derived from beehives. The apiary store offers a range of bee-related products for purchase. Return to Merida: As the experience concludes, enjoy free time to explore and buy products from the apiary store. Then, we'll begin our trip back to Merida, marking the end of this immersive journey into the world of Melipona bees.

Includes

Private transportation from Merida to Motul Certified bilingual guide Regional breakfast: Motuleños Eggs at 20 de Noviembre market Local Beekeeper Guide Tickets to the Apiary Interaction with stingless bees Honey tasting Candle workshop with natural wax Minibar with soft drinks and regional beer Travel insurance during transportation

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