Recreational Activities.
Few places in the world are as blessed with natural wonders as Cancun and the Riviera Maya. The crystal clear, turquoise-blue water, chain of coral reefs (the second largest in the world), and gentle surf and sea currents have turned this area into a true paradise for water sports fans.
 Jungle Tour.
This is hands down the most popular water activity in Cancun. Drive your own Jet Ski or two-seater boat on a wild adventure through the canals and mangroves of Nichupte Lagoon. The tour takes you to the reef at Punta Nizuc to snorkel amongst the multicolored fish before returning to the dock.
Snorkeling.
The wonderful thing about Cancun and the Riviera Maya is that you don't have to be an expert diver to enjoy the unique coral reefs and dive spots. Living coral formations team with a fantastic array of underwater wildlife, creating some of the most magnificent seascapes in the world. Snorkeling is one of the best and most entertaining ways to learn about tropical marine plant and animal species.
Fishing.
The Mexican Caribbean is world renowned for the huge variety of fish species you can catch here, depending on the season: Marlin, Bill Fish,, Barracuda, Bonito, and Sea Bass, just to mention a few. Whether deep sea fishing, trolling or catch & release, the coast of Cancun and the Riviera Maya provide a great opportunity for the fishing 'aficionado' surrounded by some of the most beautiful land and seascapes in the world.
Boats and Catamarans.
Known for its tranquil waters and moderate winds, the Caribbean is a paradise for sea-lovers. Sail away on the turquoise-blue sea, enjoy the wonderful panoramic views and if you want, swim or snorkel on the magnificent coral reefs. There are all sorts of sail and motorized boats of different sizes offering daily cruises, although they can also be chartered for private events during the day or at night.
Scuba Diving.
The Caribbean's crystal clear water and gentle currents make it one of the safest and most entertaining dive spots in the world. In Mujeres Bay, and all along the coast of the Riviera Maya, there are some fascinating places to venture around coral reefs, in sunken ships, and even underwater crosses and sacred places for local divers. If you've never dived before, the Caribbean is the perfect spot to start practicing one of the greatest sports there is.
Swimming with Dolphins.
Cancun's and the Riviera Maya's dolphinaria invite visitors to enjoy the fantastic experience of interacting with these amazingly intelligent mammals. Their educational programs allow you to play and swim with these fascinating creatures and learn more about their behavior patterns and emotional intelligence. This is a unique experience you just can't miss. Choose from a variety of activities, depending on the degree of interaction you would like to have with these beautiful ocean inhabitants.
Cancun and the Riviera Maya offer a huge variety of safe but adventurous activities that put you directly in contact with nature. Experience everything from horseback riding through the tropical vegetation or along the beach, riding an ATV over rough jungle trails and searching for lost cenotes to taking almost invisible trails to visit isolated Mayan communities. For the more adventuresome, there's zip-lining through the treetops or rappelling down into deep natural wells.
Horseback Riding.
Come enjoy the wonderful experience of riding a horse on a jungle trail, through the mangroves, along the beach or in the surf. Horses are assigned according to participants' weight level of expertise, and a guide will accompany you along the way, providing interesting information on regional flora and fauna.
ATV Tours.
A true adventure sport experience where you drive your own ATV on challenging jungle trails and along the beach. The ATVs are safe and reliable and no prior experience is needed to drive them. Your guide will point out the wonders of nature in this fantastic tropical tourism destination. Get an adrenaline rush on any of several different jungle, beach or combined circuits.
Selvatica.
A 250-acre site in the heart of the Riviera Maya, whose mission is to fill your day with adventure and adrenaline through safe activities, where all you have to do is have fun. Just some of these activities include their fantastic Canopy Tour, tours on mountain bikes, and exploring the region's famous cenotes.
Ecotourism
Few places can compare to the Riviera Maya's magnificent combination of tropical jungle, caverns, cenotes, and isolated communities that live in harmony with nature. There are many different ecotourism tours through the Riviera Maya that include visits to Mayan ruins, 'cenotes', bicycle rides on jungle paths, hiking on hidden trails, zip lining, rappelling, and meeting the native Maya in their communities and experiencing their warmth and pride in teaching you about their culture.
Golf
Club de Golf Cancun
Originally known as Pok-ta-Pok Golf Course, this is the oldest and most prestigious course in Cancun. The Cancun Golf Club is located in the heart of the Hotel Zone, stretching between Nichupté Lagoon and the crystal-clear Caribbean Sea. Designed in 1976 by Robert Trent Jones Jr., this course is an agreeable combination of mangroves, lagoon shorelines and panoramic sea views, not to mention the remains of several small Mayan oratories. The 18-hole course also has practice greens, tennis courts, a fully equipped Pro Shop and a delightful restaurant. This is a truly pleasant experience for golfers of all different levels of expertise.
The Hilton Cancun Golf Club.
Designed by Isao Aoki and Pedro Guereca, the Hilton Cancun Golf Club opened its doors in October of 1994. Located at kilometer marker 17 in the Cancun Hotel Zone - just next to the millenary "El Rey" ruins, the beautiful Nichupté Lagoon and majestic Hilton Cancun Beach Hotel - this professional eighteen hole, par 72 golf course has more than 80 sand traps and natural lakes connected to the main lagoon, its famous "Island Tee" at hole 7, a practice green, Pro Shop, and top quality equipment for rent or sale.
Moon Palace Golf Club
Located just fifteen minutes from the Cancun Hotel Zone, this is a new concept in golf courses, where the natural environment is the management's main concern. This has resulted in the perfect balance between development and environmental protection designed to preserve the area's natural beauty. All along this 27-hole course, you'll be delighted by the huge variety of regional plant and wildlife. Designed by Jack Nicklaus, the course was inaugurated in November 2002 and is operated under an All-Inclusive system that makes your golfing experience even more delightful.
Playacar Golf Course
The Playacar Golf Course is located in the Playacar Tourism/Residential Development located in Playa del Carmen, just 35 minutes from Cancun's Hotel Zone. Designed and built under the supervision of the famous golf course architect Robert Von Hagge, this magnificent par 72 course nestles amongst numerous lakes surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. This is one of the most challenging courses in Mexico's southeast. One of its main features is its innovative "All-Inclusive" system, where food and beverages are included in the green fee.
Playa Mujeres Golf Course
The 18-hole, par 72 course features majestic contrasting landscapes covered with dense vegetation, flowing from the Beach to the Lagoon. The 7,620-yard course was designed by Greg Norman and is characterized by the emphasis placed on its exuberant mangrove and natural wetland vegetation. The Playa Mujeres Golf Course is operated by Troon Golf.
Camaleon Mayakoba Golf Club
This is the first par-72 course in Mexico to be selected by the 2007 PGA Tour. The course runs through three distinct scenarios, the tropical jungle, dense mangroves, and coastal lagoons with canals surrounded by solid limestone rock. The great golf course designer, Greg Norman, has even incorporated a natural well into the heart of the opening fairway.
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