Unlock the secrets of Mayan pottery making in the Yucatan! Our workshop is a unique opportunity to learn about the history and culture of the Mayan people, while also getting hands-on experience in the art of pottery making. From learning about clay preparation to firing techniques, our expert artisans will guide you every step of the way. Book now and discover the ancient art of Mayan pottery making in a beautiful natural setting.

Since 2018 we have been working with the Espadas Family to produce artistic ceramic pieces with the ancestral mayan clay technique. There are only a few families that preserve this technique and it's important to share it with the world and other communities among the Yucatan. That’s why we have been taking people to learn it and getting funding to keep this tradition alive and open the Uayma Ceramic school!

Note: transportación need to be arranged on by yourself.

Option one : Rent a car and bring your friends (by law, until new notice only 3 people per car are allowed according to Q. Roo government until further notice.

Option two: Get a Ado bus which is a super cheap option. Then we can arrange a taxi for you to take you to Uayma. If you get the 9 am bus, you will be there before 11am.

For larger groups we can manage and organize private transportation.

ITINERARY:

11:30 Arrival to Uayma (Yucatán) at Emilio’s workhop. We start the workshop with Espadas Family with an introductory talk about the Mayan Clay and its properties explaining how our ancestors utilize it.

11:20 We get our hands in the clay and start making our own design guided by the family.

13:00 We will have a traditional mayan brunch prepared by doña Margarita with localy organic sourced ingredients. (Snacks and agua de lima)

13:45 We start heading back to Tulum.

16:00 We are back in Tulum so you can continue enjoying the beach or rest.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• Agua de Lima and healthy mayan snacks during the experience.
  • Supported restrictions: Dairy-free, Tree nut allergy, Peanut allergy, Vegetarian
    
• TRANSPORTATION
  • Only included under demand by an extra cost.
    
• EQUIPMENT
  • Creative supplies: All materials are included in the tour.

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING:

• Biodegradable sunscreen and mosquito repellent
• Flask or water container
• Camera

Minimum people to make the expedition : 2 pax

Maximum people to attend: 10 pax

Uayma is a town of 2300 inhabitants located in the center of the Yucatán Peninsula, about 15 kilometers north and west of Valladolid. In colonial times Uayma was a major stop on the El Camino Real between Mérida and Valladolid. Stones from nearby Mayan temples (including Chichen Itza) were used to build the church.

Note: Ceramic will be made but not be burnt (this takes another 6-8 hrs) , you can dry them under the sun or in you oven back home as a memory.