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QUINTANA ROO

RIVIERA MAYA

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ATTRACTIONS:
Cenotes de Pac Chen: These sinkholes are located near the Coba archaeological zone, 42 km (26 mi) northwest of Tulum. In this area you’ll find sinkholes El Cenote de la Vida and El Cenote del Jaguar, ideal spots for rappelling and for tyrolean rappelling (which involves sliding down a steel cable while harnessed to a pulley). This adventure sport gives you a birds-eye view of the bottom of the sinkholes and the surrounding areas.

Ecological Park Tres Rios: Located 11 km (7 mi) south of Playa del Carmen off the Cancun - Tulum Highway 307. This ecological park is nestled in a subtropical jungle, giving you close contact with nature and an unforgettable experience. Here you can trek along trails that allow you to observe subtropical vegetation and a habitat that is home to more than 100 animal species. Here you can enjoy a magnificent family outing on a tour of the mangroves. Don’t forget to bring insect repellent – the bugs are abundant. You’ll also want to bring a good sunscreen lotion. This ecological park offers guided horseback tours along various beach and jungle trails, as well as riding classes for all ages and skill levels. Here you can scuba dive alone or with the help of an expert guide in eight different sinkholes. In addition, you can take diving lessons with instructors who will teach you how to fully enjoy the experience.

Ecological Park Xpu-Há: Located 93 km (57 mi) south of Cancun and 25 km (15 mi) south of Playa del Carmen off Highway 307. Among its various attractions, this heavenly ecological park has an underground network of 61 sinkholes. The most impressive is the Manati sinkhole, which has an excellent diving spot north of the bay. Within the park there is a section of tropical mangroves rich with local flora and fauna. Finally, near the coral reef, you can go diving in a lagoon that is 200-meters (650-feet) wide and 2-meters (6-feet) deep.

Majahual: Located 145 km (90 mi) northwest of Chetumal on Highway. 307. This quiet fishing village has a group of ecological bungalows that were built with local natural resources. They provide ideal lodging if you’re looking to relax amid the lush vegetation. Here you can see diverse forms of wildlife, particularly hundreds of local and migratory birds. In this town you can do sport fishing without a care in the world since it offers full services and equipment rentals. Off this coast you will find clear waters that allow you to scuba dive and discover the extraordinary marine life of the coral reefs. The most common species you will see are starfish, seahorses, dolphins, turtles, sponges and coral fish.

Natural Park Aktun Chen: Located at Km 107 off the Cancun - Tulum Highway between Akumal and Xel-Há. In this park you’ll find one of Quintana Roo’s main cave systems. As part of its ecotourism activities, this reserve provides the opportunity to learn about the various animal species that live in the area, such as white-tailed deer, spider monkeys, badgers, wild boar, wild turkeys, iguanas and indigenous birds’ species. Here you will discover, among other wonders, a 12-meter (39-foot) deep sinkhole with crystalline waters, as well as thousands of stalactites, stalagmites and fascinating rock formations. Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Playa del Carmen: Located 68 km (42 mi.) south of Cancun off Highway 307. It is one of the most attractive destinations in the Riviera Maya thanks to its extraordinary tourist resorts, cultural centers and natural areas. In the hotel zone you can rent equipment or hire a guide to tour the calm waters of the Caribbean Sea. This experience gives you the unique opportunity to admire the natural beauty of the Riviera Maya from offshore. Off this shore you can dive among the vast coral structures of the Great Mayan Reef. You can also explore underground systems that lead to the following sinkholes: Chac Mool, La Ponderosa, Dos Ojos, Nohoch-Na-Chich, Gran Cenote, Car Wash, Chikin Ha, Taj Majal and Angelita.

Playa (beach) Paamul: Located 15 km (nine mi) from Playa del Carmen, between Puerto Aventuras and Xcaret. This place offers various tourist services including bungalows, restaurants, convenience stores and 24-hour security. At this beach you can witness the arrival of sea turtles between May and July when they come to lay their eggs.

Puerto Aventuras: Located 35 km (21 mi) south of Playa del Carmen, is the ideal tourist resort if you want to relax in a peaceful and comfortable atmosphere. This is where the most experienced sport fishing enthusiasts come to participate in annual tournaments.

Reserve of the Biosphere of Sian Ka'an: At this biosphere reserve you will be able to observe lush jungle vegetation, flooded savannahs and palm groves. You can explore its wetlands and virgin beaches, which are home to more than 300 bird species. You can also discover more than 1,400 plant species and you might have the chance to spot mammals such as pumas, ocelots, jaguars, tapirs, spider monkeys and white-tailed deer. Within this nature reserve lays Boca Paila a fishing village where you can find everything you’ll need for the sport. In Punta Allen, between the Caribbean coast and Muyil Lagoon, there are several hostels that specialize in sport fishing services. Boca Paila has an open area that provides camping grounds. At this biosphere reserve you can kayak off the coast of the Caribbean Sea as you admire the natural scenery. In the town of Punta Allen you can find everything you’ll need to do this sport. Off the Chunyaxche Canal, there is a waterway on which you can take a winding boat tour through the mangroves which leads directly to the reserve. Along the way, you can see hundreds of birds, ruins surrounded by water, wetlands, coastal lagoons, tall grass and small islands full of wildlife. At this biosphere reserve, you can scuba dive along a protected 47-km (29-mi) strip off the coast, as this area forms part of the second largest barrier reef in the world. It is home to hundreds of species of multicolored fish, sponges, pink snails, sea urchins, starfish, lobsters and many other species.

Xcaret: Located eight km (five mi) south of Playa del Carmen off the Cancun - Tulum Highway 307. This ecological park offers attractions you won’t find elsewhere, such as the archaeological ruins of one of the most important ceremonial centers of the Mayan culture. Its natural beauty is one of a kind and benefits from ponds, caves, underground rivers full of colorful fish, and a reef aquarium. At this spot you will find trails with educational information about the lush vegetation and the many indigenous animal species. You can also visit a butterfly sanctuary, an orchid nursery and an apiary. And if that’s not enough, you can experience the joy of swimming with dolphins, which gives. On this park’s grounds you can go horseback riding by the Caribbean Sea. This is an excellent place to snorkel and scuba dive due to its extensive 600 meters (2,000 feet) of caves and tunnels. You’ll also find turquoise lagoons, ponds and underground rivers full of colorful fish that are characteristic of the Caribbean Sea. Open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Xel-Há: Located 47 km (29 mi) south of Playa del Carmen off the Cancun - Tulum Highway 307. This ecological park has creeks, natural wells, lagoons and caves with underground rivers that empty into the sea. At this place you can admire a wide array of indigenous plant and animal species that inhabit Mexico’s southeastern region. Don’t forget to bring your camera for photo ops that will leave you with unforgettable memories. Here you can scuba dive and snorkel in the main lagoon or an underground river. In addition, you can take an amazing tour to observe underwater life in caves and rivers with crystalline waters. The park also offers a Sea Trek tour, allowing you to get a closer look at marine life. Open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.


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ACCOMMODATIONS
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Akumal Cancun
Coba Cozumel
Isla Holbox Isla Mujeres
Playa del Carmen Puerto Morelos
Riviera Maya Tulum
Xcaret Xel-Ha
CIRCUITS
PHOTOS VIDEO
Ç Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Scuba diving, Caverns - Photo by Riviera Maya
  Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Scuba diving, Caverns
Ç Quintana Roo, Chetumal, Cenote Azul 2 - Photo by Cenote Azul
  Quintana Roo, Chetumal, Cenote Azul
Ç Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Aktun Chen, Cave cenote - Photo by AKtun Chen
  Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Aktun Chen, Cave cenote
Ç Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Mamitas Beach 5 - Photo by German Murillo-Echavarria 0406
  Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Mamitas Beach
Ç Quintana Roo, Muyil, X-lapak, Natural natural canal of X-lapak 3 - Photo by German Murillo-Echavarria 0406
  Quintana Roo, Muyil, X-lapak, canal Natural  of X-lapak
Ç Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Xcaret, Swimming with dolphins - Photo by visitmexicopress
  Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Xcaret, Swimming with dolphins
Ç Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Xel-Ha, Lagoon - Photo by Xel-Ha
  Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Xel-Ha, Lagoon
Ç Quintana Roo, Coba, Punta Laguna, Canoing, couple  - Photo by German Murillo-Echavarria 0406
  Quintana Roo, Coba, Punta Laguna, Canoeing
Ç Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Punta Venado, Horseback riding  Photo by Punta Venado
  Quintana Roo, Riviera Maya, Punta Venado, Horseback riding