TOURS AND ATTRACTIONS

AT CANCUN AND THE RIVIERA MAYA



There are many things to do at Cancun and the Riviera Maya with miles of sandy beaches to explore and enjoy. We seek out only the highest quality products and services so essential in fulfilling your needs.

Let´s Cancun-Cab share the astounding beauty and variety of Cancun and the Riviera Maya with you and your family, as one of the most exciting and memorable experiences of life.

We have made a careful selection of historical, cultural and natural sites wich reflect the rich variety of the region.

 

CHICHEN ITZA

7 WONDERS OF THE WORLD

Explore the ruins of the capital of the Mayan World. See the “Castillo” (the castle), the Ball Court, the Observatory, and the Sacrificial Well. Learn why the Mayan Culture was the most advanced of its time! See the great pyramid shown on the Discovery Channel. You will also see how they developed the very first calendar that we use today; the steps of the “Castillo” are four sides and added up make 365 steps to the top! That is just the beginning, and is fascinating to find out how much they knew and developed.

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes, hat or cap, tennis shoes, camera, sun block, sun glasses, insect repellent and extra money. If you want to bring a video camera into the park, you will need to pay a fee to the Mexican Government at the entrance. (approx. 5 usd)


 

TULUM

Its name Tulum in Mayan, means -wall- and it seems to have gotten its name once the city was found in ruins. Its original name was -Zama- which means -Dawn- or -Morning-. The city was considered a type of fort due its wall which surrounds the entire city. It was located at strategic place for defense. Thanks to the records found at the city walls, we know today that Tulum was an important place for cult to the -descending god-. Also the main building in Tulum -The Castle- served as a beacon to the mayan sailors as it indicated the exact time in which they had to turn their boats in order to take the entrance canal (which divided the second largest coral reef of the world) allowing them to protect their merchandise.

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes and shoes, swimming suit, camera, sun block, sun glasses, insect repellent and extra money. If you want to bring a video camera into the Mayan Ruins, you will need to pay a fee to the Mexican Government at the entrance. (approx. 5 usd)


 

COBA & TANKAH

You will visit the largest pyramid on the peninsula and even climb it! Then plunge into the cool water of a Cenote. And get connected with nature in the beautiful reserve of Tankah where you will be able to do zip line, canoeing, and visit an aunthentic mayan community. You begin by seeing the oldest Mayan city in Yucatan, with a guided tour. Then spend an unforgettable experience at Tankah. Not to be missed!

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes and shoes, swimming suit, camera, watercamera, sun block, sun glasses, insect repellent and extra money. If you want to bring a video camera into the Mayan Ruins, you will need to pay a fee to the Mexican Government at the entrance. (approx. 5 usd)


 

XELHA

Spend the day in the world´s largest natural aquarium! Lagoons and Inlets formed by the ocean meeting the natural springs. Scores of tropical fish to see by snorkeling or diving, or float down the lazy river. You can swim and see the fish too, the water is crystal clear. Xelha where the natural springs meet the Caribbean sea to form the world´s largest natural aquarium where you can snorkel or dive. This Eco park is filled with countless tropical fish. Xelha was once a holy city and commercial center for the Mayans. An ecological wonder not to be missed!

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes, tennis shoes, swimming suit, camera or water camera, bio-degradable sun block, sun glasses, insect repellent and extra money (you need to pay a deposit of 30 usd to get towel, locker and snorkeling gear).


 

XCARET

Xcaret is the famous eco-archaeological park, with the underground river. You can float, swim or snorkel down the river through the caves and experience the mystery of the underground river. The river is for all levels of swimmers, as a life jacket is required. This is a great family trip! There is a zoo, and horseback riding, and other optional activities. The optional activities are not included. The night show is a splash of color and an excellent display of Mexican and Mayan culture and dancing. Not to be missed!!

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes, hat or cap, tennis shoes, swimming suit, camera or water camera, bio degradable sun block, sun glasses, insect repellent and extra money (you need to pay a deposit of 30 usd to get towel, locker and snorkeling gear).


 

RIO SECRETO

Previously known as "Pool Tunich". This mysterious and enigmatic place offers a spectacular natural show with its thousands of stalactites and stalagmites. These formations are testimony of the millions of years that have passed for this caves and rivers to be as they are now. Considered as the largest non-submerged cave of the Yucatan Peninsula, it has semi-submerged areas which allows exploration without any specialized training. This voyage inside the "Crystal Cave" is an experience that you can´t miss.

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes, tennis shoes, swimming suit, and extra money.


 

ISLA MUJERES

Live the adventure of spending the day at a private isolated location on Isla Mujeres. You will have a full day for activities or just sun tanning on the beach. This is a day for the whole family! On the boat over you will get juices and personal service. Once you arrive, the snack bar opens and lunch is served at approx. 12:30 PM and the open bar is available all day.

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes and shoes, hat or cap, swimming suit, camera or water camera, sun block, sun glasses, and extra money. You will need to pay a fee to the Mexican Government at the entrance to the National Park if you want to do snorkel 2 usd and 7usd per person for dock fee. If you are staying at Riviera Maya´s hotel need to pay a fee for round trip transportation. If you are staying at Cancun´s Hotel need to get by your own to the pier.


 

CARIBBEAN CARNAVAL

Celebrating something? Or just want to go to a great party? Do you Like to dance? This is the night for you! Start with a boat ride to a private beach on Isla Mujeres, open bar on the boat and on the beach. When you arrive there is a delicious dinner buffet of a complete salad bar, 3 main dishes with rice and pasta, 3 side dishes, freshly baked breads, different kinds of desserts and coffee. The menu is different every night. After dinner there is a wonderfully colorful and rhythmic Caribbean show. Professional dancers give you an authentic Caribbean experience. There are also games and contests included in the show. After the show there is dancing for all! On the boat ride back, there is an open bar and lots of dancing.

Recommendations: Casual Dress, Comfortable shoes or sandals, camera, and extra money. You will need to pay 7usd per person for dock fee. If you are staying at Riviera Maya´s hotel need to pay a fee for round trip transportation. If you are staying at Cancun´s Hotel need to get by your own to the pier.


 

PIRATE ASSAULT

Want to be a pirate for the night? Or watch the pirates up close and personal? This is the boat for you! Board the boat with an MC to start the party and an open bar on board. Along the way to the private beach on Isla Mujeres you will be attacked by pirates, see the pirate show and one or more people on board will be kidnapped by the pirates!! It is usually not discovered until they are gone. The MC will devise a plan of rescue. Upon arriving to the island you will see that the kidnapped victims are prisoners. There are several buffet stations are set up around the beach, with a dessert station on a boat sitting on the beach. There will be a fun Caribbean show and then dancing for all. The boat ride back will be a party of open bar and dancing.

Recommendations: Casual Dress, Comfortable shoes or sandals, camera, and extra money. You will need to pay 7usd per person for dock fee. If you are staying at Riviera Maya´s hotel need to pay a fee for round trip transportation. If you are staying at Cancun´s Hotel need to get by your own to the pier.


 

CAPITAN HOOK

Thought out the cruise the pirates provide an exciting account of the history of Cancun, Isla Mujeres, and the famous pirates Capitan Hook, Jack Sparrow and Mundaka. And while the host pirate Capitan Hook is entertaining the group with tales and illustrations of past pirates escapades, unbeknown to him another pirate ship is slowly approaching from rear. Cloaked in total darkness, the sister ship the Black Pearl, silently glides the water pulling alongside El Bucanero II, suddenly Capitan Hook discovers the ship and shouts for his man to take position. The cannons are ready for attack. Pirates armed with swords and pistols, jump from the masts landing on the deck where a sword ensues between our crew light effects.

Recommendations: Casual Dress, Comfortable shoes or sandals, camera, and extra money. You will need to pay 10usd per person for dock fee.(ages 2 years and up pay dock fee) If you are staying at Riviera Maya´s hotel need to pay a fee for round trip transportation. If you are staying at Cancun´s Hotel need to get by your own to the pier.


 

SWIM WITH DOLPHINS

If you really want to share a moment of happiness with the dolphins, this program was made for you. You will share with the dolphins during 1 hour approximately in their environment, swimming relaxed, feeling the best energy, knowing about their anatomy, how to feed them, received a tender kiss, even a dolphin´s style salutation. You will feel all their strength in the foot push. Include: entrance to the aquarium and dolphins show.

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes and shoes, swimming suit, and extra money. If you are staying at Riviera Maya´s hotel need to pay a fee for round trip transportation. If you are staying at Cancun´s Hotel need to get by your own to the Interactive Aquarium at Plaza La Isla. Book in advance


 

DOLPHINS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Come and enjoy this program standing on a waist deep platform, sharing directly with a dolphin, for a 40 minutes period approximately. You will discover a lot of interesting facts about the dolphins that you will love! Include: entrance to the aquarium and dolphins show.

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes and shoes, swimming suit, and extra money. If you are staying at Riviera Maya´s hotel need to pay a fee for round trip transportation. If you are staying at Cancun´s Hotel need to get by your own to the Interactive Aquarium at Plaza La Isla. Book in advance


 

FEED A SHARK

This program is performed within an acrylic box, totally protected, which is submerged in a tank with different types of sharks, where you will be able to face them and feel the adrenalin running thru your veins in an unforgettable, unique, safe and exciting way.

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes and shoes, swimming suit, and extra money. If you are staying at Riviera Maya´s hotel need to pay a fee for round trip transportation. If you are staying at Cancun´s Hotel need to get by your own to the Interactive Aquarium at Plaza La Isla. Book in advance


 

INTERACTIVE AQUARIUM

In our aquarium you will be able to observe some of the most impacting and spectacular marine species that exist. Jellyfish, moray eels, seahorses, clown fish, piranha and many more that you can admire in our observation area. An opportunity you can´t pass on: Touching a ray, feed a turtle, holding a sea star or cucumber in your hands. All this you can do in our contact area. And every afternoon you can enjoy our dolphin show.

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes and shoes, and extra money. If you are staying at Riviera Maya´s hotel need to pay a fee for round trip transportation. If you are staying at Cancun´s Hotel need to get by your own to the Interactive Aquarium at Plaza La Isla


 

MERIDA

Merida, the capital of the Mexican state of Yucatan, is over 450 years old, and always worth visiting. Located in the south-east of Mexico, it is a delightful combination of Spanish and indigenous heritage, along with some traces of Caribbean people. This mixture, in this setting, provides the perfect urban example of a province with its own character and identify, firmly rooted in the heartland one of the most important Pre-Hispanic cultures of Pre-Colombian America: the enduring Maya. In your day trip to Merida do not forget to visit: Merida´s Cathedral of St. Idelfonso considered to be the oldest on the American mainland, and it was the first to be completed in Mexico during the 16th century.

Recommendations: Comfortable clothes, hat or cap, tennis shoes, camera, sun block, sun glasses, insect repellent and extra money.


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