| Visiting Cancun, Mexico in the near future? You will | | | | raw, natural state. Explore jungles, rivers, beaches, and |
| want to make sure you see the top attractions in this | | | | estuaries. There are many opportunities for kayaking, |
| beautiful area of the Yucatan peninsula. | | | | canoeing, or jet skiing through the mangrove swamps. |
| The Beaches | | | | Explore on horseback or go biking through the jungle |
| Nothing says vacation more than relaxing on a pristine | | | | trails. More than 100 different species of wildlife live |
| beach of white sand bordered by bright blue ocean. | | | | here. A visit to Tres Rios is like traveling back in time. |
| The northern beaches of Cancun are near the hotel | | | | With more than 150 acres to explore, you will have |
| zone. The island protects these beaches from large | | | | plenty to keep busy. Group camping is available and |
| waves, so they are a safe place for families to enjoy | | | | programmed social events are scheduled frequently. |
| the seaside. The eastern beaches do not have this | | | | Pets, food, beverages, and radios are not allowed in |
| protection, so they may have more wind and larger | | | | the park. You may want to make reservations before |
| waves. Water sports, swimming and sunbathing are | | | | you arrive. |
| among the many activities you can enjoy on the | | | | Historical Sites |
| beaches of Cancun. | | | | Cancun is close to some of the most amazing Mayan |
| Isla Mujeres | | | | ruins you may ever hope to see. Calakmul was once |
| The Island of Women is a great place to enjoy water | | | | the largest Mayan city in the region. Located in the |
| activities, white sand beaches, and romantic sunsets. | | | | middle of a rainforest, it is home to the largest pyramid |
| Snorkeling and diving are common pursuits here. You | | | | on the Yucatan peninsula. A side trip to Chichen Itza |
| can even swim with the dolphins. Take sail around the | | | | with its famous stepped pyramid and many structures |
| island or try your hand at fishing in the deep blue sea. | | | | is worth it to anyone interested in archeology. Tulum is |
| Great seafood restaurants are available for meals and | | | | close to the resort area of Cancun. It is one of the |
| there are plenty of local shops to visit. | | | | smaller Mayan sites, but is a wonderful place for |
| Reserva Natural Tres Rios | | | | children to experience the Mayan ruins. Some sites will |
| This eco-park near Cancun lets you experience | | | | have admission fees, so plan ahead. |
| Mexico as the Spanish Conquistadors saw it... in its | | | | |