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But the Mayan Riviera, the state of Quintana Roo and the Yucatán peninsula are also filled with a very rich cultural and historical supply, which lies right outside the resorts. The archaeological wonders that the ancient Mayans have left behind, like Chichen Itzá and Tulum always make for an impressive sight. But their culture is still well and alive, and there are many ways to discover it.
Exciting cultural and ecological adventures
A well-established local tour operator called AllTourNative offers a special half-day package called Maya Zip-line, which includes a short bike ride, snorkelling in the Cenotes, zip-line, a Mayan purification ceremony and lunch, and takes you back to your hotel by the afternoon.
Find more info at: www.alltournative.com/tours-products/maya-zip-line
www.alltournative.com/
Dos Palmas is another local tour operator with a focus the preservation of local Mayan communities. They offer tours that take limited groups of tourists to the Mayan village, enabling the families and community to gain from tourism on their own terms, and to keep their important bounds instead of moving to the resort towns. See www.dospalmas.info for more information.
Theme parks in Mayan Riviera: nature-conscious AND extremely fun!
What better way to please the kids during a trip on the Mayan Riviera than to take them to a fun-packed amusement park? On the Mayan Riviera, your children will find not only the fun and games, but will discover at the same time the many natural wonders of Mexico and the importance to protect them.
Xel-Há is a park dedicated to the preservation and study of the marine wildlife of Yucatan. It offers a full range of activities, including the popular swimming with the dolphins, as well as the Sea Trek. Important ecological initiatives put forth by this award-winning destination include drinking water preservation measures, the use of renewable and green energy for vehicles and power supply, including the kitchens, and the promotion of traditional sustainable agriculture practices in the surroundings.
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Xcaret, a model of sustainable development in action. Xcaret is where archaeology and nature meet to create full-on family fun and discoveries for all. Also including rides, underground rivers where you can swim, as well as the daily Mexico Spectacular, featuring traditional music and dances from all the regions of Mexico.
www.xcaret.com/
Croco Cun Zoo, near Puerto Morelos, an ecological crocodile farm geared towards the conservation of endangered native species of the state of Quintana Roo.
www.crococunzoo.com/
Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, an ecotourism and education center about sustainable development in sensitive tropical ecosystems. Profits from the tours, activities and eco-friendly accommodations are used to fund conservation and education programs.
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Planning a trip to Mexico?
Want to know more about what Mexico has to offer?
Call the Mexico Tourism Board at 1-800-44-MEXICO or visit our website. You may also contact our Canadian office at the corresponding number below:
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