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Shotover Jet Riviera Maya Playa del Carmen Jungle ride
Shotover jet, it's an exciting speedy journey on the exclusive jet of the Cancun Riviera Maya area. Feel the adrenaline with the 360 degree twists and the incredible techniques of our expert pilots. Navigate between jungle while you admire the plenty vegetation around the Holkan Kingdom Park. Our new operations base Holakn Kingdom is located in the open Cenotes and lagoons of an old abandoned Saxcab mine in the middle of the Mayan Jungle. 10 minutes from Cancun's Hotel Zone. Transportation provided from the Hotel Zone.
Your Shotover Jet Cancun takes you gliding across the waters of the the open Cenotes and lagoons of an old abandoned Saxcab mine in the middle of the Mayan Jungle into the mangrove canals. As you travel at high speeds you will feel the force of the wind rushiShotover Jet Cancunng through your hair and feel the rush of water as our pilots execute one of their famous 360 degree spins.
Operations: Every day at 11AM and 13PM pickup at your hotel along Cancun and Riviera Maya
Shotover Jet passengers from 3 to 99 years old.
For safety reasons people with back, neck and heart problems or pregnant women will not be allowed to take part in this tour.
Price: 70.00 / Internet price 65 reserve now,
Holkan Kingdom park reservations phone 998 848-2904
Shotover Jet Cancun reservation phone 998-149-2524
or fill the form below
Another activities at Holkan Kingdom Park are:
ZIP Line 60 us Holakn Kingdom
Horse back riding 70us
ATV from 60by pax (2pax by atv)
Paint Ball 60us
SEGway 60us
Activities COMBOS 2 for 110 3 for 150
Labels: adventure tour, dive scuba cenotes cavern, snorkel, tour, tulum, zip line
Snorkel caves adventure jungle tour underground river
Cenotes underwater snorkel Adventure at Riviera Maya Jungle
snorkel in the ocean and snorkel in cenotes and caverns
Live a wonderful jungle and ocean experience, discover in one day three extraordinary ecosystems of the Mayan world. Surprise yourself with Mexico´s biodiversity and join us in the snorkeling tour that will change your way of feeling nature. We will dive into the turquoise waters of the mexican caribbean surrounded by exotic marine life; explore an underground river in the middle of the jungle, and discover the mystical wonders of the mayan sinkholes (cenotes). You will be accompanied at all times by our professional guides, that will share with you the best snorkeling techniques and information regarding the flora and fauna that inhabits this unique ecosystems. Above all they will make sure you enjoy and unforgettable snorkeling experience.
This adventure tour includes: Transportation in air-conditioned van, professional bilingual guide, entrance fees, snorkeling equipment, lunch and beverages, insurance, taxes.
What to bring: Comfortable clothes and footwear, water shoes, sunglasses and a hat, bathing suit, extra T-shirt, towel, only BIODEGRADABLE sunscreen and mosquito repellent, extra cash (tips, pictures).
Important recommendations: Basic swimming skills required. This tour is not suitable for people with severe physical or motor handicap, serious heart problems, or people who are not able to handle moderate physical activity. Children under the age of 6 may participate under the responsibility and direct supervision of a responsible parent or family member. People under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to participate in this tour.
Duration: Approximately 7 hours from pick up to drop off at your hotel
Description: The Sea - inlet Always guided by the philosophy of enjoying nature at its best while preserving the natural environment, we will visit a beautiful and secluded inlet called Yalku . Located in the coastline of the Akumal region, snorkeling in this inlet will allow us to experience a halocline, the natural phenomenon in which the fresh water coming from the underground rivers mixes with the ocean waters. In addition, we will delight in watching exotic birds and marine species for which this inlet serves as their refuge and nesting site. We will snorkel in the inlet's clear waters surrounded by a wide variety of marine life, including tropical fish, and if we're lucky, we'll come across sea turtles and manta rays. In addition to the marine life, we will enjoy the spectacle of the mangrove, an amazing ecosystem that serves as breeding and nesting ground for hundreds of fish species, and as the temporary home of a range of exotic migratory birds from November to May. You will be accompanied at all times by a professional guide. Approximate duration: 1 hr 15 min. The Cavern The emotion continues! This time, while snorkeling inside an underground river, you will admire hundreds of geological formations including stalactites, stalagmites, draperies and columns, as well as some of the exotic aquatic species that inhabit this underground marvel. Exploring an underground river with crystal clear waters and observing the magical light effects that the cavern produces, combined with the comfort and safety that are our trademark will inspire you with a deep sense of awe and respect towards nature. After this unique experience, you will understand why these rivers and caverns were considered sacred by the Mayans. For them, they were entrances to the underworld or xibalbá. Approximate duration: 50 min. The Cenote Experience an authentically Mayan adrenaline rush in the middle of the exotic jungle! This third site is a breathtaking cenote or sinkhole - an entrance to the underground rivers, also sacred for the Mayans - with pristine and refreshing crystal-clear waters. You will be surrounded by glamorous tropical vegetation, which will provide you with an awe-inspiring scenery while you perform the Mayan sacrifice jump into the cenote from one of its cliffs. You will have time to swim, snorkel, explore, and relax in this natural sanctuary of exquisite natural beauty. Our professional guides will accompany you at all times, and they will share interesting stories with you about the importance of these places for the wellbeing of the local indigenous communities. Finally, they will let you know how you can make a difference by helping the preservation of these natural wonders. Approximate duration: 1 hr.
Labels: adventure tour, dive scuba cenotes cavern, snorkel, tour, tulum, zip line
Tulum Xtreme with discount best price reserve zip line rappel ruins snorkel
Join us on the perfect combination of culture and adventure tour inside the natural beauties of the Riviera Maya. We will take you to the heart of the Maya land and the majestic archeological site of Tulum with its spectacular views over the Caribbean waters. Experience the thrill of flying 20m ( 66 ft ) over the jungle canopy in our 580 m . ( 1,930 ft .) long zip-line circuit. The longest zip-line 260m ( 865 ft ) is the longest and fastest in the region! We will prepare and gear you up to rappel 18m ( 60 ft.) into the depths of an underground river. Swim and snorkel while exploring the astounding rock formations of a mystical Mayan cenote. (wells) A delicious mexican lunch surrounded by the sounds of nature will await you at the end of your jungle adventure. Travel back in time and admire the beauty of the archeological site of Tulum, where a certified guide will make you feel part of history while you tour around this ceremonial center.
Our guides will accompany you at all times sharing information regarding local traditions, flora and fauna, making sure you experience an XTREME day. This tour includes:
Transportation in air-conditioned van, professional bilingual guide, entrance fees, climbing and snorkeling equipment, lunch and beverages, insurance, taxes. What to bring : Comfortable clothes and footwear, water shoes, sunglasses and a hat, bathing suit, extra T-shirt, towel, only BIODEGRADABLE sunscreen and mosquito repellent, extra cash (tips, pictures and souvenirs). Important recommendations: Basic swimming skills required. This tour is not suitable for people with severe physical or motor handicap, serious heart problems, pregnant women or people who are not able to handle moderate physical activity. Weight limits 120 kg or 270 pounds . Children over the age of 6 may participate under the responsibility and direct supervision of a responsible parent or family member. People under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to participate in this tour. Duration : Approximately 8 hours from pick up to drop off at your hotel
 People comments on tripadvisor:
We went on the Mayan Adventure tour offered in the pamphlets in the hotel. My husband and myself and our 4 teens all enjoyed the day. You get picked up at your hotel and driven to Yal Kul lagoon for the first snorkel. This is an underground river joining the ocean. Saw Turtles and a Barracuta. Quite a swim out to the reef though so we wre moving alot and I would have preferred to have had more time in the lagoon with the colourful fish.
the next place was a cenote cave and that was exciting. Just an open cave, no tunnels or anything too scary. Beautiful! Last was an open cenote and the ritual sacrifice of jumping 35 feet into the lake. Well I used the stairs.... Lunch included and it was a great day. This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Labels: adventure tour, dive scuba cenotes cavern, snorkel, tour, tulum, zip line
Xplor adventure park Riviera maya xplore xtreme adventure tour
Adventure Tourism in the Mayan Riviera With an investment of 20 million dollars after five years of work opens eco-tourism park "Xplor" in Quintana Roo who will be 50 hectares in the Riviera Maya. Reserve Xplor Park Tour filling form below, you receive instructions to pay Xplore entrance price 99 us transportation to Xplor park from cancun hotels 25us
The park will focus on the adventure tourism segment with daily capacity of 1200 visitors who enjoyed four different activities: swimming, zip, rowing in rafts and individual travel in caves with landing cenotes. In this way Xcaret to offer domestic and foreign tourism to a new concept almost underground, including a half-mile river to swim, 13 towers of up to 30 meters in height practice Tyrolese along three kilometers of water caves and cenotes . Includes individual bamboo rafts to row with their hands along a mile and four-type amphibious vehicles with capacity for two, which will make the caves and escape to the surface in a stream located half way, which is a extension of five kilometers, including caves and tunnels.  Xplor is a unique underground world, with activities that invite you to explore the 4 elements and rediscover your emotions and senses within nature.
Over 6 miles of adventure. Eleven exciting zip-lines, journeys through the jungle on unstoppable amphibious vehicles, an underground paradise where you can swim surrounded by amazing stalactites and stalagmites, a matchless raft route across stunning subterranean caverns while paddling with your own hands, and to complete your feat, a nutritious and light buffet, that will recharge your energy. All this awaits you at Xplor. The Earth is inviting you…  Can you hear the beat?Xplor… EMBRACE your own adventure. Feel the adventure of conquering all terrains, and daunting the borders between jungle, water, rocks and grottos, on mighty two-seated amphibious vehicles.
Along the 3 miles journey, there are several rest areas and overtaking lanes.
Go across Xplor’s jungle and paths on this unforgettable ride.
Set sail on a raft, and paddle with your hands over crystal-clear waters among age-old rocky formations, which lead to discover the deepest boundaries of our planet. 
During the trip, you will find 2 short cuts that will shorten the stroll if you wish to. The ramble is over 1000 yd, maximum depth is 40”, but the fun… is endlessGaze at the ground, trees and caves from heights far above, and be astonished by them, surrender to freedom, and cross over 2 miles of airborne adventure.11 zip lines, 2 suspension bridges, 1 slide, 2 water landings, and a shot of adrenaline comprise this venture that will lead you from heights of 131 ft (the highest zip-line) to depths of -26ft down the subsoil.
But this is not all, this fantastic undertaking ends with a cool, uplifting water landing on a beautiful cenote.
Swim through the most spectacular mysterious routes, surrounded by amazing stalactites and stalagmites, and discover the secrets of the underground world. The course is 437 yd, (there are also some previous exits) Water temperature is 75° F, and at the river exit, a delicious, steamy hot chocolate will await, to finalize your endeavor through this underground paradise with a warm reward. Book NOW Fill Form Below 99us entrance only 125 entrance + transportation from your hotel you'll receive confirmation and link to pay available Monday thru Saturday
Labels: adventure, rappel, tour, xplor, xplore, xtreme, zip line
Nature in the Mexican Caribbean
Getting Back to Nature in the Mexican Caribbean
The practice of ecotourism and adventure tourism is a return to the original state of man in the natural world, getting re-acquainted with nature. All human activities have an impact on the environment, and for this reason hosts and gust in the Mexican Caribbean make and effort to find a balance between the enjoyment of nature and its conservation, so that future generations can enjoy the natural beauty of the Mexican Caribbean, both in and out of the water.
From Cancun, the gateway to the Mexican Caribbean, you can explore the largest system of subterranean rivers, caves and cenotes (natural wells) in the world, or the enigmatic jungle full of Mayan communities and barely explores archeological remains. You can also swim with dolphins, observe the beautiful flora and fauna both on land an underwater, watch birds such as the pajaro pendulo, or flamingoes which paint the sky pink at sunset, be awed in the presence of a whale shark, kayak by starlight looking for crocodiles in the Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka'an, walk down trails lined with bromelias and orchids, snorkel in the second largest barrier reef on the planet, scuba dive or snorkel in the islands of Holbox, Contoy, Isla Mujeres, Cozumel and Banco Chinchorro. But this is only the beginning of the adventure. Further south, you can take boat trips to see manatees, crocodiles, iguanas and beautiful water lilies, or glide suspended over the turquoise water of the Caribbean.
Don't miss the opportunity to open the door to the natural beauty and the wonderful experiences of ecotourism and adventure travel offered in the Mexican Caribbean. You will quickly realize that we offer a new and unexplored world. At the end of the day you will discover that you too have evolved along with Mother Nature and all her marvels.
We recommend rent a boat to take a day trip between islands and enjoy the trip and many times you find dolphins. turtles, whales and spend time snorkeling and fishing, you can do it all year every day.
Labels: dolphins, ecotours, rent, tour, whale shark, yacht
Chiquila
Chiquila Yucatan Ecotours
We present you Chiquila, from this place you can go swim with the biggest fish in the world, The Whaleshark, but not just that! In Chiquila we have comfortable boats that will take you to the most special ecosystem of the coast. After knowing bird island, where corvette, pelicans, carmoranes among others, we can take you to Yalikin River, a unique place where there are archeological remains of an ancient Mayan city. Here you can be surprised by a crocodile, prepare your adrenaline!
After a sunny beach day you might like to swamp in a sweet and fresh Eye of Water of Yalahau, where crystal water springs form the earth and not only that, if you want to see a very special sunset, climb to the viewpoint to appreciate the jungle, lagoon and the marvelous sea, 360 degrees of beauty to conclude an unforgettable experience.
Labels: adventure tour, ecotours, mangrove yucatan, tour
The Island of Holbox
Holbox Island
There is no no written history about this beautiful bare-foot island. It is in the voice of the elders that we find the legend of the island's first inhabitants. Long time ago, around 1800, the ships of the Spanish Armada came to recharge fresh water from Yalahau, a beautiful crystalline water-eye also known as the fountain of youth, that today offers its beauty as a tourist destination. Far from large cities, several European emigrants settled on the island, where forgotten by history, founded the town that we know today as Holbox. The meaning of Holbox is lost in the legend of the infamous pirate Francisco Molas and the navigational charts of Spain army as well as fantastic stories of the ancient Mayas, from whom the word Holbox meant "Black Hole".
The islanders descendants of pirates, mestizos of several races. Fishermen by trade have kept their simple lifestyle unaffected by technology or the ambitions of a greedy modern world, which is why the island has retained its special simple atmosphere that invite visitors to stroll bare-foot along the white sand roads and relax in the bohemian ambiance.
Holbox is a paradise amongst mangroves and white sandy beaches; it is a perfect refuge for temptations of the soul, far from the contamination of the main land. Thanks to this continual purity and isolation, a large variety of birds and other species had chosen the island as a refuge and breeding ground. All of this enriches the natural wonder and beauty of the environment offering us a completely different experience full of life.
Holbox is about 27 miles long island, with tourist attractions based on its natural surroundings its beaches, birds, deep sea and fly fishing, and the famous whale shark, who in summer comes to feed in the nearby waters. This unique experience is highlighted by kayak rides through he mangroves, diving ancient shipwrecks, not to mention a pleasant stay in the island's quaint inns and small hotels.
Unforgettable, Holbox will leave a mark that will make you want to come back again and again. We will always be waiting fro you.
Labels: fishing, holbox, isla mujeres, rent, tour, whale shark, yacht
Whale Shark in the Riviera Maya
Dive with the whale shark at the Riviera Maya
To think of a fish that can be 18 meters long sounds a little prehistorical, even more when we are told that it is herbivorous and it lives in these days distributed among the warm waters of the world. It's fascinating to think that the same water where swimmers enjoy summer, this gigantic animal lives.
This creature is really a fish but people include the name whale because his enormous size.
Whale sharks are essential animals in the ocean. According to experts, to catch these animals could produce terrible disasters in the ocean's balance. This is why every place this creature visits, ecotourism program that protect it and inform to the people about the characteristics and situation that this huge animal is facing are developed.
Whale shark turn out to be great tourist attraction that let divers get close enough to touch them, and is an awesome unique experience the takes them even to cross the word only to touch their rough skin.
The local community of Holbox Island developed conduct codes that let you enjoy this fascinating experience at the same time you preserve this natural wonder.
Labels: adventure tour, holbox, isla mujeres, tour, whale, whale shark
Swim with whale sharks at north of Cancun
Whale shark swiming at Isla Holbox 2hrs north of Cancun
Whale-Shark Expedition (May to September) - a boat trip along the virgin cost of Holbox Island to meet the majestic and friendly Whale-Sharks (more than 10 meters long). A worldwide unique experience. Reserve a whaleshark tour here
He found that the Whale Sharks tend to aggregate every year around Holbox and the Campeche bank. They are still not sure why, but they do know that the main reason is the nutrient rich water that comes into the basin at this time of year. This is now a protected park but the problem is that now they know that the Whale Sharks go way out of this range and they need more protection. The Mexican government has been very strict thus far but will need to do more soon. Holbox has changed from a sleepy fishy village, (island), to an Ecotourism
Island. The fisherman have turned into guides and have done a great job of
setting rules and guidelines that the tourist that come to see the Whales sharks must follow
The team has made many observations with two types of tagging, photographs, sightings, etc. With the satellite tags, they get information once the tag pops off the Whale Shark which is usually in about one month
Holbox will need to make sure that they only allow a certain amount of tourists and boats out in the park waters at one time. They are worried that too many boats will affect the Whale Sharks in general. Hurricane Wilma did put quite a damper on this island but the tourism and people have brought it back. The Mexican government and the Whale Shark team are very concerned that boats may come from as far away as Cancun. Once the Whale Sharks leave Holbox, some go towards Texas, some towards the western gulf, some down past Cozumel, some towards Cuba, but they don't know where all of them go. They don't know at what age exactly they are mature enough for mating. They don't know where the pupping grounds are or when and where they mate. There are a few fisherman stories about the Whale Sharks thrashing around, like fighting and then the water turns white. Hopefully this will be documented and then they will know that the Whale Sharks come to Holbox for something beside food. It's usually also timed around the snapper spawn
Each year many Whale Sharks visit isla de Holbox, from 500 - 1500, May - Sept.
Whale Sharks come when the water is nutrient rich.
Whale Sharks can eat up to 9 pounds per hour in the right conditions
Whale Sharks tend to aggregate every year at and around Holbox, both Mature males and female and Immature males and females.
Whale Sharks feed in 3 different ways, Active Ram filter feeding, Vertical feeding when the waters are nutrient rich, and Passive feeding, when they just have their mouths open and maybe get something.
Whale Sharks are very fast growing animals
Whale Sharks closest relative, the Nurse shark
Whale Shark numbers in the Caribbean are increasing.
Whale Sharks can travel up to 35 miles in one day
Whale Sharks can go as deep as 3000' which they don't know why but right now they think it has something to do with cooling off. After a full day of feeding at the surface in the hot sun, they rest and glide down and then come up in a short time. So this shows that Whale Sharks can go into very cold water, 38, but they don't stay long.
The brain of a Whale Shark can fit into the palm of your hand so they think this shows that the Whale Shark does not think as much as other sharks.
Whale Shark migration may start in Holbox, but they do not know where they all go. Somehow they find their way back to Holbox. Do they stay in and around the Caribbean or do they go all the way over to Africa and back. No one knows this information yet.
Whale Sharks can have up to 300 pups, but they don't know where, or when.
Labels: adventure tour, holbox, tour, whale, whale shark
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