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 Have
fun while driving your ATV into Mexico's past and explore the land
and its secrets. We've watched these vehicles pop up all over the
Caribbean. There is no location more perfectly suited for them
than the Yucatan, with its jungles and its deserts. You, as
a solo driver or with your passenger, will receive simple
instructions before you head out safari-style into the wilds of
the Yucatan. Midway between Cancun and Playa del Carmen is a
perfect area for exploration. Your guide will be able to point out
the native flora found in the jungle that you will visit first.
You'll have to keep your eyes peeled for the native animals that
roam here, the spider monkeys, deer, and beautiful tropical birds
like parrots and toucans.
Then, put your foot to the pedal and hit the beach. A 'fast' run
along the water's edge ends with a refreshing swim before heading
back. Your tour isn't quite over, though, because this tour
operator figures you've worked up an appetite and he's ready with
some delicious Mexican snacks served with beer and soft drinks.
The finale is the best - a challenge of donkey polo - but you'll
have to book this tour to find out about that! |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 11:15 AM (5.5 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $67.00 USD (ATV for one person) Other: $58.00
USD (Shared ATV. Priced per person.) |
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 A
once in a lifetime chance to interact with all three animals!
This is the only program in the world that offers an opportunity
to interact with dolphins, manatees, and stingrays!
As you make your way to this beautiful facility, you will probably
find yourself thinking how lucky you are to have such an
experience. Once you have arrived, you will begin the adventure by
feeding the stingrays from your hand. Next you will enter the
water and meet the facility's manatees. These friendly creatures
will embrace you and give you kisses!
The entire experience is topped off by the dolphin swim. This
dynamic, premium program allows you to experience some or all of
the following activities: the dolphin kiss, footpush, dorsal tow,
and hurdle jump.
This trip, which our
clients have called an "experience of a lifetime" is an excursion
that will make for many lasting memories. |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 09:00 AM (3 hrs) 10:00
AM (3 hrs) 12:00 PM (3 hrs) 02:00 PM (3
hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $179.00 USD |
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A great snorkel trip at a reasonable price. Small groups of up to
8 snorkelers ensure that you will receive very personalized
attention from your divemaster guide. An unforgettable
adventure awaits you when you take this snorkel trip off the coast
of Playa del Carmen with our very professional dive shop. Your
captain will head south of town to a beautiful reef, uncrowded and
accessible only by boat. The shallow depth of the water will allow
you to get a close up look at fish, coral, sponges and other sea
life of the Caribbean.
At the reef, your guide will explain safety procedures, tell you
about undersea life you will see and show you how to respect
nature. If you've never snorkeled before, you will receive expert
instruction |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 09:00 AM (3 hrs) 01:00
PM (3 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $40.00 USD |
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 A
once in a lifetime experience. Imagine the thrill of dolphins
pulling you through the water, or leaping over your head. Picture
yourself speeding through the water as the dolphins push you by
your feet. Experience the joy of a dolphin's kiss...memorable
photo opportunities to say the least. And our professional
photographers will capture these magical moments for you on video
and photo.
Each session is one hour, with 30 minutes of swim time.
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| Departures
(Local Island Time): 10:00 AM (1 hrs) 11:00
AM (1 hrs) 12:00 PM (1 hrs) 02:00 PM (1
hrs) 04:00 PM (1 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $125.00 USD |
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Experience
history, culture and physical adventure all in one memorable
day. Your journey backwards in time will begin at your hotel.
Your tour will take you into an era that began 1500 years ago when
the Mayan culture began to grow around Coba ("Ruffled Waters") as
it was surrounded by five lakes. Of course, your guide will begin
the day by sharing his knowledge of the area's history as you
travel for 1 1/2 hours to these incredible ruins. Coba is an
archeological site hidden deep inside the rain forest on the
south-eastern side of the Yucatan.
It is easy to feel the power of the Mayans as you explore the
massive remains of the once-intimidating structures. The Nohoch
Mul temple and the Iglesia, a nine-tiered pyramid, are weathered
and covered with vegetation and yet they are imposing. You will
have time to climb up the pyramid and you will then be above tree
level, able to view the land surrounding this city and feel the
cool breezes.
From this spot, you will travel into an authentic Mayan village
called Chimuch. This small community consists of about 100 people
indigenous to this area and meeting and observing them will
fascinate you.
They will travel with you as you walk through the forest and they
will impart their everyday knowledge of their land. You will be
able to take an amazing zip-line across one of their beautiful
cenotes, or sink holes, then rappel 45 feet down to swim in the
magnificent cenote Balaam Kin. They will take you canoeing on
their lagoon and, as you are now ravenous, you will partake in a
generous lunch prepared by the local women. The menu includes an
authentic chicken cooked with rice, beans, potatoes, and hand-made
tortillas.
They will invite you into their homes in the jungle and you will
be amazed at how "modern" their lives are. You may not be able to
recollect all you have learned and experienced on this day, but
you will never forget it either. |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 07:00 AM (11 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $108.00 USD Child: $72.00 USD (Ages
6-12) Other: $0.00 USD (# of children under
age 4) |
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 Enjoy
an exciting equestrian escapade , exploring exotic scenery, both
jungle and sea. You will ride in style to the stable in an air
conditioned vehicle. The size of this ranch will floor you - it is
HUGE! The horses are gorgeous and you can tell they are loved.
You will explore, with your guide, the magnificent jungle and
beach of the Yucatan. You will be able to take your horse along
the beach and into the water, if you wish.
After two hours on your horse, you and your horse will enjoy a
break with a delicious snack, a couple of beers or soda (the horse
gets an apple) and then a try at the popular game of donkey polo. |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 11:15 AM (4 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $77.00 USD Child: $72.00 USD |
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A
4x4 ride to unique snorkeling at the longest underground river
system in the world. This cavern trip begins first class when
you are picked up in a Mercedes Benz Unimog, an open safari-style
vehicle, to begin your 1 1/2 mile jungle crossing over the rocky
path that lasts about 45 minutes.
Once you arrive near the Nohoch Nah Chich, which means "Giant
House of the Birds", it will be a short hike to the area of this
cenote. You will have a few minutes to visit with the family,
whose property houses this special sink hole. Then you will begin
your snorkel tour with water-resistant flashlights and move slowly
through the longest underwater cave in the world.
It will take you about an hour to meander through this
unbelievable area of caves. This experience is usually available
only to scuba divers and so snorkelers revel in such an unusual
adventure.
You will arrive at Heaven's Gate (yes - it is really called that)
and emerge from the cave system just in time to collapse into a
hand-made hammock. As you gaze up at the clouds and contemplate
your underground conquest, you can think of the wonder of nature's
gifts to us.
Enjoy a feast of lunch with the Mayan community and, rejuvenated,
board your vehicle and move on to a second adventure.
Punta Soliman Bay offers a second high to the snorkeler and, as
you kayak out to the gorgeous reefs, you will be able to compare
the different life forms found in each ecosystem today. This
relaxing segment of your tour lasts about an hour.
Then, sadly, it's time to return to the real world. |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 08:00 AM (9 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $99.00 USD Child: $75.00 USD (12
yrs and under) |
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the Mayan ruins of Tulum with the fun and relaxation of Xel-Ha.
A short cab ride will get you to the starting point of your trip.
En route, your guide will tell you the history of the ruins and
their importance to the Mayan culture. After a guided tour of the
archeological site, you will have time to explore the pyramids and
temples on your own (total time at Tulum is 1 hr 45 min). After a
short drive, you will arrive at Xel-Ha, the world's largest
natural aquarium. Relax on the white sand beach, swim in the
bluest of waters or enjoy unbelievable snorkeling in the parks 22
acres of lagoons, coves and inlets. There are restaurants (lunch
is not included in the price of the trip), lockers, umbrellas, and
snorkel gear available. After 3 hours at Xel-Ha, you will make
your way back to Playa del Carmen for a little shopping before
returning to the pier. Admission fees to Tulum and Xel-Ha are
included in the price of the trip. |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 08:45 AM (9 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $89.00 USD (Children 5 and under are
free.) Child: $64.00 USD (12 years and
under.) |
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 A
tour of the mystical ruins of Tulum, designed to fit most cruise
ship itineraries. You will be met at the cruise pier by
your guide with a first class air conditioned van for your drive
to Tulum. Upon arrival, you will see it...magnificently situated,
teetering on a craggy cliff overlooking the Caribbean. The walled
ruins of Tulum have become the meeting point between sun
worshippers and archeological enthusiasts. From the cliff-top
site, you can see the turquoise Caribbean. A path winds down to a
perfect beach, which allows you to dangle your toes. Thought to
have been settled around 1200 A.D., Tulum was an important trading
port and its fortress was still occupied when the Spaniards
arrived in 1518. An English-speaking guide will show you around
the ruins of this once-great Mayan city and you will then have a
chance to do some exploring and picture taking on your own. The
total time spent at Tulum is approximately 2-1/2 hours.
After exploring Tulum, you will visit a Lapiz factory where you
can admire the jewelry and also get a taste of the local tequilla.
You will have time for shopping as well before returning to the
cruise pier. |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 08:30 AM (7 hrs) 09:30
AM (7 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $88.00 USD Child: $65.00 USD (Under
age 12) Other: $0.00 USD (# of children
under age 4) |
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 Steer
an aqua-ray through the channels of Cancun to the fabulous coral
reefs for snorkeling.This is a really cool tour. Your aqua-ray is
like a jet-ski with an outboard motor and very easy to handle. You
and your passenger will join other lucky folks in a jet-ski safari
that will take you all through the lagoon side of Cancun, the
channels and the mangroves. As you follow the leader, you might
see some of the local inhabitants, as the sound of your motor no
longer frightens them away.
You will emerge into the sea and head for a famous coral reef.
It's time to stop now and enjoy the temperate waters as you
snorkel over the undulating coral. You will be well-equipped with
fins, mask, life vests, and snorkel tubes (you can keep your
tube). Your guide will be able to assist you in identifying some
of the locals that you will find swimming beneath you.
When ready, you will hop back on your speed machine and take a new
route home. This time you will pass the love lagoon on your
return.
Your ride each way will be 45 minutes in length. Your snorkel time
is also 45 minutes. |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 10:00 AM (4.5 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $58.00 USD (Price is per person based on 2
people per boat) |
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 Cenotes
are the entrances to undergroud rivers. For certified divers
only. The coastal area between Playa del Carmen and Tulum
has a thin limestone surface that allows rain water to filter
through the ground. Over the centuries, a system of underground
rivers has been created through which the water flows to the
Caribbean Sea. In fact, there are no above ground rivers in the
region, except the Hondo River which forms the border between
Mexico and Belize.
In some places, the roof above these waterways has weakened and
collapsed over time. These natural cavities or sinkholes are
called cenotes, from the Maya dzonot, and have been an important
source of fresh water since the days of the ancient Maya.
These cenotes are underwater cavern openings leading to the caves
and tunnels of the underground rivers. Cenotes are the doors to
this amazing aquatic system. The size and shape of cenotes vary
greatly, from simple holes in the ground to wells and small lakes.
Diving in a cenote is done
without losing sight of natural day light. Each diver has a
flashlight, so they can see the incredible formations in the
cavern. The diving depth is usually between 30 to 55 feet ( 9 to
17 meters), actually quite shallow so tank air time is extended.
Visibility can be amazing, over 150 feet (50 meters).
Be sure to take a dive trip to enjoy the wonderful experience of
diving in fresh water and stalactites and stalagmites silently
reveal the ancient geological history of the Yucatan. A basic open
water diver certification is sufficient, and no previous
experience in cavern diving is needed.
Because it is carried out in a partially closed environment, the
dive must be organized and supervised by a certified Full Cave
Diver who is also a Cavern Diving Instructor. For safety's sake,
there is one qualified guide for a group of maximum four divers.
This is a full day, two tank dive adventure... and comes with all
equipment. You will be served food and refreshments throughout the
day. This may be your most interesting day of SCUBA
diving ever!
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| Departures
(Local Island Time): 08:15 AM (6 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $115.00 USD |
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 Discover
this intriguing recreational and educational Eco-park. X-caret
park is perhaps the first of its kind anywhere. It is a theme
park, and yet the theme is ecology and archeology. You will be
able to climb the pyramids and explore over a dozen structures
that are scattered throughout the area.
Experience floating and snorkeling through the crystal clear water
of the underground river. At the start, you will receive a life
jacket and you will float for 20 to 30 minutes through this
underground cavern which begins at a sacred cenote.
You will discover the multitude of tropical fish at the caleta (a
small bay) where beginners will feel comfortable learning and
viewing the prolific life underwater.
An immense butterfly enclosure offers exhibits which explain the
life and varieties of the enormous amount of butterflies
indigenous to the area.
You may also visit:
The world of insects; a free flight aviary; a turtle pond; a bat
cave; beehives; a botanical garden; a coral reef aquarium; Jaguar
island; and an orchid farm. Get the idea?
Or just sit on the beautiful beach and soak up the sun.
Horseback riding, SCUBA, SNUBA and Swimming with the Dolphins are
extra-cost options.
You are free to stay as long as you like... our buses will return
you to the ship or hotel whenever you'd like.
Boasting more than 1,000 years
of history, XCARET includes eight groups of buildings which date
mainly from the Late Post-Classic period (1400-1517). In
pre-Hispanic times the area was the ancient Maya port of Pole, an
important commercial center. Pole was also
an important religious site. According to archaeologists, pilgrims
came from all over the Yucatan Peninsula to purify their bodies
and souls in the sacred waters of the cenote (natural sink hole)
and in ritual temascales (sweat baths), before journeying to
Cozumel to worship Ixchel, the goddess of fertility.
Today, the site draws fun-seekers who want to romp at Xcaret's
natural-history oriented theme park |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 09:00 AM (6 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $91.00 USD (Children under 5 are free.) Child: $52.00 USD (Ages 5-12) |
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Dive
the best...the Yucatan Peninsula!! Playa del Carmen boasts
one of the most beautiful reefs in the world. It's crystal clear
water, warm water temperatures, myriad numbers and types of fish,
including stingrays and marine turtles, make these waters a
diver's delight. It's not uncommon to see green and spotten morays
as well as nurse sharks.
Because of the presence of ocean currents in the Cozumel channel,
each dive is done by the technique of drift diving, a unique
experience for those who've never done it. The most experienced
dive team in Playa del Carmen will guide you, with no more than 8
divers per boat.
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| Departures
(Local Island Time): 09:00 AM (3 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $81.00 USD (Includes all equipment) |
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A
private tour of the famous ruins. Your ride to Tulum is 1 hour
of pleasure as you drive along in your air conditioned vehicle.
Your English speaking guide will tell you the history of the ruins
and their importance to the Mayan culture. After your guided tour
of the archeological site, you will have time to explore the
pyramids and temples on your own (total time at Tulum is 2 hours).
We will also make a stop at the Mexican Handicraft Shop near Tulum.
Your guide recommends lunch at Tankah beach, for good food and
lovely views. (Cost of lunch is not included in price of tour.) |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 08:30 AM (6.5 hrs) |
| Pricing:
Per Person: $94.00 USD (Based on a minimum of 6
people) |
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PRIVATE GROUP TOUR. Shop where the locals shop and discover
great bargains. This is an interesting tour to the popular
local shopping areas of Cancun. We drive along Kabah Avenue in
order to sightsee the residential areas such as Manzana 32 and 30.
We'll visit Market 28 for one hour of shopping. Our trip then
continues along the Yaxchilan and Tulum Avenues, the two main
avenues in Downtown Cancun. Other stops will be at the Plaza La
Fiesta and the Plaza La Isla... spending one hour in each. We'll
finish the tour at El Mirador for a short photo opportunity. The
view of Cancun from here is wonderful. |
| Departures
(Local Island Time): 08:00 AM (4 hrs) 09:00
AM (4 hrs) 01:00 PM (4 hrs) |
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Pricing:
Per Person: $46.00 USD (Based on a minimum of 8 paying
passengers) |
PLAYA
DEL CARMAN MEXICO SHORE EXCURSIONS & CRUISE TOURS
