A Mayan hammock takes its origins from the Yucatan State in Mexico. It's a traditional hammock like his Brazilian cousin but this is where the comparison stops.

A Mayan hammock is made of ropes. The ropes used in making Mayan hammocks are of similar size. However, different size of ropes can be used to make different size hammocks. The bed area is entirely made of cotton while the end strings are often made of nylon for durability. Sort of a mix of comfort and durability where it counts.

Imagine a fish net. This is probably the best way to describe it although it does not do justice to the level of comfort a Mayan hammock will provide. Tiny string are used for ultimate comfort and larger diameter strings will be used for more strength and heavier weight capacities. We offer the Mayan hammocks in size 10 (tiny strings - 440lbs capacity) and in size 24 (thick cord - 868lbs capacity). Mayan hammocks are handmade using an ancestral diamond pattern weave.