 Xel-Ha
National Park in the maya riviera
A natural aquarium with interconnected lagoons, home to rare and countless
species of tropical fish. In the bays and coves, vast numbers
of parrotfish group together and on the far side of the lagoon, stingrays
and nurse sharks are seen through the glass-bottom on boat tours.
Snorkel gear can be rented to swim out and to explore the underwater
caves. Reservations can be made to Swim with the Dolphins. There
are lockers and dressing rooms for swimmers as well as a souvenir
shop, food stands, a restaurant, and, a museum.
 Tulum
Is the most visited Maya ruin and is the biggest attraction on the
coast of the maya riviera. It was the only Maya city built
on the coast, possibly having housed 2000 people and once functioned
as a trade center. Tulum was used by the city of Coba to connect
to the sea and to control the commerce of Central America. This
port city was never conquered by the Spaniards and was one of the
last Maya outposts left standing during their revolt against Mexican
rule in the War of the Castes during the 1840's.
Akumal
Located on Akumal Bay and Half Moon Bay, the beaches and water are
protected by a barrier reef that runs parallel to the coastline. Hotels,
condos and villas line the beaches but high rises and mega resorts
are not found here. Akumal is a quiet place, known for it's
beautiful beaches, snorkeling and diving. It attracts visitors
looking for a peaceful place but with all the comforts. This
is an ideal spot on the maya riviera where beautiful beaches
are found, great snorkeling and diving exist, and adventure into
the Yucatan Peninsula begins..
 Sian
Ka'an Biosphere
A World Heritage Site of UNESCO, located 25 km. south of Tulum.
It covers 100 km of coast and 10% of Quintana Roo, including a number
of natural habitats. Over 300 species of birds, and a great
diversity of flora and fauna are found here. For visitors wishing
to stay overnight, there is camping on the beach and a small number
of simple accommodations available in the maya riviera as well as
fishing lodges catering to sport fishermen.
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