Native Trails MyTrails 2025 276 Tabasco 14 Former Franciscan monastery Oxolotán Duration: 01:00 h · Level: Easy Visit of the former Franciscan monastery in Oxolotán. The only heritage from colonial times in the state of Tabasco was built by Franciscans in 1550 and passed to the Dominicans in 1663. Religion was of decisive importance for the Spaniards in the New World, and monasteries played a significant role in the development of new communities and trade posts. Besides the interesting architectonic details that you will see on the ruins of the monastery, the little museum will fascinate you with exhibits comprising wooden sculptures, oil paintings and other finds from the 17th and 18th centuries. 15 Visit to the archaeological area of San Claudio Duration: 01:00 h · Level: Medium The archaeological zone of San Claudio, which was discovered only in 1986, is located in an area where the plains meet the Guatemalan Petén Mountains and includes more than 90 structures in several groups. Besides bases of pyramids and platforms for buildings, you will also find a court for the ball game, which was popular among the Mayas and in all of Mexico, as well as a building whose orientation makes researchers believe that it once was an observatory. Excavations further revealed graves under some of the buildings. 16 Border crossing from Mexico to Guatemala Duration: 01:00 h · Level: Easy Crossing the border between Guatemala and Mexico. Please note that the border is not open 24 hours . 1 Restaurant La Flor del Pantano Duration: 01:30 h · Price: $ Discover the restaurant “La Flor del Pantano”, right on the levy of the Centla marshes. The owner, Señor Jesus Pérez Gómez and his wife belong to the small Tabasquillo cooperative and organize the boat tours to the biosphere. The fish dishes offered are varied and everything is freshly caught directly from the nearby Gulf of Mexico or from the mouth of the large rivers Grijalva and Usumacinta. Be amazed at the preparation of the famous Pejelagarto (a kind of fish crocodile, that tastes like a mixture of fish and chicken); and enjoy the homemade tortillas - a real treat. 2 Restaurant Yokok’ux Sabor ancestral Duration: 01:30 h · Price: $$ At Yokok’ux Sabor Ancestral in Nacajuca, Tabasco, you will immerse yourself in the authentic Yokot’an cuisine. The open-air restaurant, surrounded by nature, creates an inviting atmosphere where traditional dishes are prepared with regional ingredients. Try Pejelagarto (alligator gar), served as Salpicón or grilled, as well as Huliche, a flavorful soup made from maize, Pipian, and herbs with turkey. The menu also features Laing, Asado, and fish dishes. The experience is enriched by live music, bringing the region’s culinary heritage to life. A place where tradition and gastronomy come together in perfect harmony. 3 Restaurant Vuelve Carmela Duration: 02:00 h · Price: $$$ The Vuelve Carmela restaurant offers typical Mexican cuisine in a modern style that is reflected in all aspects, including the décor of the premises – concrete and wood, paired with red tones and a minimalist flair- and also present in the wine selection of the house. A little secluded, in a former warehouse, the restaurant invites you to enjoy refined dishes with excellent service and attention to detail. Let yourself be spoiled by the delights of the lively and extremely talented cook Gabriela Ruiz. An insider tip: try the combination of crusty fried pork snacks with octopus tortilla.
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