Yucatan Eco Adventure (trip)

Yucatan Eco Adventure

  • Cancun
  • Active & Adventure
Albania

from $1,395* per person7 DaysYear-round
Comfort accommodations Exertion level: 3
Operator: EcoColors Tours 10 people max
Explore the most beautiful sites of the Yucatan Peninsula in one week. The demonstration of the influence of the Mayas, natural created places and one of the new 7 world wonders are part of this trip. What used to be only visual and hard to believe now becomes reality, tangible and unforgettable. This tour contains active, historical, challenging and funny parts. Participating in this tour will leave you with an authentic tourism experience and broaden your knowledge of Mexico, the Yucatan Peninsula and the area’s history and wildlife. Escape from the daily routine and let us guide you from an interesting and adventurous week to an unforgettable memory.

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival at Cancun
  • Arrival in Mexico; Cancun Airport with meet and greet and transfer service
    to your chosen Hotels (six nights in Carmen Hacienda hotel in Puerto
    Morelos or Omni Hotel).
Day 2 - Free morning; afternoon ATV or visit to the cenotes
  • Relax at the beach in the morning after your flight the day before. After
    lunch we head towards Puerto Morelos to the Mexican jungle. Here, you
    can choose between two activities: ATV-driving or snorkeling in a cenote. (B)
Day 3 - Sian Ka'an Conservation and Multisport Adventure day
  • Today’s excursion takes you to the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve,
    a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you will learn about the
    importance of Mexico' s National protected area and have the
    opportunity to kayak in the wetlands, hike through the jungle and
    snorkel in a cenote. Afterward, enjoy a late lunch in Tulum at Don
    Cafeto. (B, L). For conservation purposes learn from and participate
    in one of the projects of the reserve (several projects at different times
    of the year to choose from).
Day 4 - Chichen Itza
  • Today you visit Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven World Wonders and
    a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience the magnificent
    archaeological site and its history. Learn about the Mayas and enjoy
    the great view from one of the famous pyramids - an experience you
    will never forget. Today’s excursion also includes a visit to the
    cenote of Ik Kil in the eco-archaeological park. The activities of
    day four are taking place close to Puerto Morelos in the Mexican jungle. (B)
Day 5 - Coba and Tulum or Whale Shark Adventure!

There are two options for these tour and it depends on the season:

  • Summer dates (mid-May – mid-September): This is the adventure you
    have been waiting for - the Whale Shark Adventure. This is your
    opportunity to swim and snorkel with this peaceful fish, the biggest shark
    in the ocean. Although this creature only eats plankton, you will still
    be surprised about its size.
    This is an adventure you should not miss!

  • Winter dates (mid-September – mid-May): Visit the great historical sites
    of Coba and Tulum. These precious cities have had a great influence
    on the Yucatan Peninsula. Here, you can discover authentic Mayan life
    style. This place is really worth a visit, to make the picture complete!
    (B, L)

Day 6 - Xcaret
  • Today we are going to Xcaret* (means small water in Mayan) an
    eco-archaeological park that shows different aspects of the Mayan
    culture. It also has ecological importance due to its labor for the
    conservation and reproduction of regional flora and fauna. In the
    park there is the archaeological site Polé, here you find a large variety
    of tropical animals and plants as well as a series of water attractions and
    a beach
    . (B)

    Admission provides:*
    Water Activities: underground river, inlet and natural pools, beach, and
    Paradise River.
    Exhibitions: aquarium, marine turtles and manatee lagoon, bat cave,
    butterfly pavilion, deer shelter, jaguar den, spider monkey island, mushroom
    farm, orchid greenhouse, tropical jungle trail, regional wildlife farm and the
    scenic tower.
    Performances: flying men, equestrian show.
    Cultural: archaeological sites, house of whispers, Mayan village and
    St. Francis of Assisi Chapel.  At the end of the day we will bring you
    back to the
    Carmen Hacienda hotel in Puerto Morelos.

    *Additional payment required for: swimming with the dolphins, sea trek,
    scuba, snorkeling tour, Temascal and Tlachco dinner. These activities can
    be booked upon arrival at Xcaret.

Day 7 - Departure from Cancun
  • End of the tour. After your breakfast we will bring you to Cancun Airport
    for your return flight home. (B)

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