Things to Do in the Cancun Hotel Zone
Visit the Cancun Hotel Zone and you'll see why so many tourists come each year to this exciting vacation spot. From enjoying nature walks to big adventures, it's time to see what you can do for fun in Cancun within the surrounding hotel zone.
- Xcaret Park
- Moonlight Bioluminescence Snorkeling Tour
- Underwater Museum
- Columbus Lobster Dinner Cruise
- and many more
Xcaret Park
With crystal clear water, infinity pools and all the natural beauty Cancun has to offer, Xcaret Park is an oasis you don't want to miss. The park has 40 different attractions, including a Mayan village and old Mayan temples. Visitors to the park receive roundtrip transportation and complete access to all attractions.
Moonlight bioluminescence snorkeling tour
Check out guided moonlight bioluminescent snorkeling tours around Cancun's coral reefs - it's possible to see twinkling squid, eels, lobsters or sea turtles. The full bioluminescent experience with plankton and small particles lighting up all around you will be unforgettable.
Underwater museum snorkeling at Paraiso Nizuc
Take some time to go snorkeling in the crystal blue waters of Paraiso Nizuc. You'll get the chance to take a motorboat ride to Punta Nizuc reef and visit the floating platform that offers beer and snacks. Where you snorkel depends on your hotel location. Afterwards, you will be granted access to the Underwater Museum at Paraiso Nizuc.
Parasailing adventure
If you have ever wanted to try parasailing, it's time to check out Cancun's Parasailing Adventure. You'll get 10-12 minutes of time up in the sky. During your flight, you'll have a walkie talkie and you will be able to speak with the people on the boat.
You'll get to decide how high your flight goes, all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the 3-mile ride along the beach. While in the air you will see Isla Mujeres, Nichupte Lagoon and the Cancun Hotel Zone.
Catamaran sail
Check out the Albatros Luxury Catamaran "Get Up and Go" Catamaran Sail that brings you from Cancun and Isla Mujeres. You'll get the chance to snorkel on the El Farito reef and then explore downtown Isla Mujeres. During the sailing tour, you'll also get a buffet-style lunch and a domestic bar. Your tickets include access to the Isla Mujeres Beach Club.
Columbus Lobster dinner cruise
Relaxation, great views, and amazing food... could there be a better way to spend a romantic evening in Cancun than the Columbus Dinner Cruise? Listen to the music provided by a live saxophone band, enjoy appetizers, and take in the beautiful sights of the island on your 2.5 hour dinner cruise. You'll have the choice of steak or vegetarian-friendly dishes and there is an open bar available for all during the cruise. Dessert is also included.
An amazing sunset, plus an excellent dinner aboard a yacht - bliss!
Extreme Adventure Puerto Morelos snorkelling
Explore the second-largest barrier reef in the world right off the coast at Puerto Morelos. It's a popular surfing destination and people come from all over the world to check out the barrier reef and catch some waves. Marine life is extensive on the reef; it's home to sea turtles, brightly colored fish, and more.
You'll have the chance to snorkel in two locations and get to ride an ATV between the two areas. This adventure includes up to two hours of snorkeling. Before you leave Puerto Morelos you'll have the opportunity to have a local meal or check out the beach. Complete snorkeling gear is provided.
Reef, turtle and shipwreck snorkeling tour
Enjoy a stunning four-stop Reef, Turtle and Shipwreck Snorkeling Tour with bilingual guides and snorkeling equipment included. Visit part of the Great Mayan Reef at the first stop and see many different schools of fish in all their kaleidoscopic glory.
At stop number two, 98% of visitors will be able to see a sea turtle - how's that for good odds? Visit the MUSA Underwater Museum at stop number three, and explore the coral engulfed shipwreck with a dizzying array of fish and other marine life.
With roundtrip transportation provided from any hotel in Cancun.
Take a surf lesson
If you have ever wanted to learn how to surf, here is your chance. Your 90-Minute Surf Lesson will help you catch some of those famous Cancun waves. Learn how to surf from some of the best instructors around - assistant instructors will also be on hand throughout to help you stay safe and enjoy the experience. You'll learn about safety equipment and head out to the waves for your first lesson.
Surfboard and a lycra top with UV protection is included and water or juice is provided during your lesson.
Paradise SubSee excursion at Paraiso Nizuc
The Aquaworld Paradise SubSee gives you a full view of the ocean floor - it's a submarine-like vessel that includes a glass-lined cabin below deck. Be in the water without having to snorkel and get a full view of the coral formations, see the Cancun Underwater Museum statues, and view the colorful sea life.
The boat is air-conditioned and your tour will be narrated. Beer and soft drinks are available on the boat.
Snorkel in Musa Nizuc plus Subsee Experience tickets
Enjoy a day snorkeling by starting out on the Aquaworld SubSee Explorer and stop around Punta Nizuc to snorkel among all types of fascinating aquatic creatures. Take the 30-minute ride on the Subsee Experience to soak up the underwater views, then sit back and relax with a drink.
At your destination of Paradise Platform, check out the 16 different statues in your snorkeling gear. Stay close to the guides for your best shot at seeing a sea turtle.
Jungle Tour speedboat adventure
Become the captain of your own ship with a two-person Jungle Tour Speedboat Adventure. Gear use is included, including a new snorkel to keep. You will have the chance to explore the area channels with 2.5 hours of speedboat time. Find out from the experienced guides to see where you should head for your exploration. Using the snorkeling gear, dive below the water and get a glimpse of the dizzying array of aquatic plant life.
Dancer Cruise Cancun with snorkeling
Music, singing, and dancing can be found on the Dancer Cruise Cancun with Snorkeling. The double-decker catamaran sails between Cancun and Isla Mujeres and onboard you'll enjoy food and beverages, dance lessons, contests and activities. The boat includes a waterslide and diving board. You'll have three opportunities to jump in the water and explore the area as the boat stops.
Stop one is the Meco Reef, stop two is in an area with calm waters to give everyone a chance to swim, and the last stop is at Isla Mujeres, where you will have two hours to check out the island. On the way back to Cancun, have fun dancing with the DJ, have a few drinks and relax.
Royal Garrafon Natural Reef park adventure
The Royal Garrafon Natural Reef Park Adventure includes roundtrip transportation from Cancun to Isla Mujeres and back. The boat ride is 30 minutes and includes a continental breakfast on the way to the island. You'll have access to the Beach Club and you can swim in the pool.
Check out the Pre-Hispanic Steam Bath on the island and head back to the Beach Club for a buffet-style lunch. While on the island, you can kayak or snorkel in the bright blue water and join the guided walking tour on the coast of Punta Sur.
Flowrider "ride the wave" experience of Aquaworld
If you have ever wanted to try surfing but you aren't ready for the open ocean, the Flowrider "ride the wave" experience of Aquaworld can't be missed. You'll be able to catch a wave with the help of an instructor. The surface is soft, much like a trampoline. No matter what your surfing capability, you'll have fun on the FlowRider. It's a great opportunity for experienced surfers to try out new tricks in a controlled environment.
Shopping tour in Playa del Carmen with hotel pickup
On this awesome shopping tour, you'll get picked up from your hotel and spend the next hour in air-conditioned comfort on your way to one of the best beach towns in Mexico, Playa del Carmen. An English-speaking tour guide is on the bus to give you background, and you'll have access to complimentary ice-cold water on the trip.
In Playa del Carmen, it's time to start shopping. There are many locally-owned boutiques and also name-brand stores. You'll have plenty of choices when it comes to restaurants, and the chance to check out a wide variety of street performers and artists.
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