Landscapes gilded by the sun, soft breezes and distant horizons lost in the eyes… The Yucatan Peninsula is the perfect destination for travelers interested in exotic environments.
The Yucatan Peninsula is a northeastern projection of Central America, situated between the Gulf of Mexico to the west and north and the Caribbean Sea to the east.
When a giant space rock slammed into Earth 65 million years ago in the northwestern corner of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, it not only wiped out many dinosaurs, it left behind a huge crater, and within that hole, a mystery still remains. elderly. . The Chicxulub crater lies buried, cutting across the northwest coast of the Yucatan Peninsula.
Spanning some 76,300 square miles (197,600 square kilometers), the peninsula includes the Mexican states of Campeche, Yucatán, and the well-known Quintana Roo.
In just two years, the Riviera Maya has become the second vacation destination in Quintana Roo, and one of the most attractive worldwide!
The wonderful and paradisiacal white sand beaches, the all-inclusive hotels and resorts have made the Riviera Maya an attractive destination in Mexico.
Located in the eastern part of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Riviera Maya runs from Puerto Morelos, (32 kilometers south of Cancun International Airport), to the picturesque fishing village called Punta Allen, already within the Sian Ka’ Biosphere an.
The Riviera Maya includes Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal and Tulum.
The calm and relaxed atmosphere of the Riviera Maya makes it the perfect hideaway from a fast-paced urban lifestyle. The Riviera Maya abounds in secluded, virgin beaches, marine life and wild animals, as well as archaeological remains, caverns and underground rivers called “Cenotes”.
The cenotes of the Yucatan Peninsula were (and are) the main source of water for many ancient and contemporary Mayans, as there are no rivers and very few lakes on the peninsula.
Yucatan tours and expeditions are safe learning experiences designed for anyone who wants to have fun exploring and enjoying the local natural and cultural wonders.
During Yucatan Travel, you will experience everything from a simple diving adventure to exciting activities like jumping out of a plane!
The Yucatan Peninsula is one of the richest archaeological sites in the ancient world of Mesoamerica. Yucatan presents amazing surprises at every turn! Chichen Itza’, Tulum, Coba’, Uxmal are just some examples of the archaeological discoveries in Yucatan.
And then we have all the amazing natural aspects of the Yucatan.
Natural theme parks like Xcaret and Xel Ha are “full of Mexico” and represent all the activities and attractions of the Yucatan Peninsula. The tourist will be able to see the flora and fauna (jaguars, manatees, crocodiles, butterflies, parrots and much more!), visit the reproduction of an ancient Mayan town, swim with dolphins, snorkel and enjoy exciting Mexican shows.
Some of the most important ecosystems are found in Yucatan; The biospheres and reserves in this part of Mexico are Sian Ka´an, which means “Gift from Heaven” in the Mayan language (south of Tulum), Río Lagartos (north of the state of Yucatán), Calakmul (deep in the jungles of the region of the Great Basin of Petén, 30 km from the border with Guatemala). Pink flamingos, crocodiles, manatees, dolphins, turtles, toucans and many other species of animals, birds and plants live in peace in these protected areas of the Yucatan. Kayaking, bird watching, snorkeling, diving are activities that do not affect the ecosystem if they are controlled, so you can enjoy the captivating natural and primordial paradises without compromising nature!
The Yucatan peninsula also offers wonderful and colorful colonial destinations, where history lives in its walls… Merida, the capital of Yucatan and the most famous, is located in the center of Yucatan. The Spaniard Francisco de Montejo founded Mérida on January 6, 1542. Mérida is the oldest continuously inhabited city on the continent, a city full of colonial buildings, Mayan artifacts, turn-of-the-century mansions and colonial haciendas, tropical gardens, museums, restaurants , art galleries, theaters, nightclubs, shopping centers and much more.
We cannot forget the Yucatan islands!
The most visited is of course Cozumel, ideal for divers, lovers of water sports and families. But there are other islands in Mexico where visitors and tourists can enjoy a true natural environment, days of peace and rest.
Have you ever heard about Isla Mujeres or Isla HolBox? Well, Isla Mujeres is the island in front of Cancun. With an idyllic setting that is pristine, romantic, and endlessly peaceful, Isla Mujeres is the perfect tropical getaway for honeymooners and couples. Hol Box Island, on the other hand, is a paradise located in the northern part of Yucatan. Famous for its wonderful beaches and isolated vacations, Holbox offers unforgettable experiences such as whale shark watching tours, deep sea fishing.
Isla Contoy is located at the confluence of the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. Isla Contoy is considered the most important nesting place for seabirds in the entire Mexican Caribbean. Protected by the Mexican government, only a few tour companies are allowed to bring guests to the island. These tours depart from Isla Mujeres or Cancun.
Diving in the open waters of the Caribbean is an experience hard to forget.
After the Great Barrier Reef, the Great Mayan Reef is the second largest reef system in the world, traversing 600 miles along the coasts of Mexico, Belize, Guatemala and Honduras. The crystal clear waters of the Caribbean, as well as its underwater currents and its average temperature, allow the full development of these wonderful and complex ecosystems.
The spectacular and colorful formations of coral and tropical sponges, lapped in the warm turquoise blue waters of the Caribbean, the reef is a natural haven for sea turtles, dolphins, seahorses and a host of other marine creatures.
Yucatan also offers ecologically oriented tourism. Ecotourism in Mexico is of special interest to many travelers due to its relationship with conservation, sustainability and biological diversity. Throughout the year, in the Riviera Maya, the hotel zone of Tulum caters to tourists interested in experiencing the dazzling beauty of this tropical region, enjoying a comfortable stay in beautiful accommodations, learning about the diversity of the ecosystem and participating in its conservation.
The peninsula offers many attractions: exquisite beaches along the Caribbean coast, tourist areas such as Cancun and the Riviera Maya, ecological reserves and water parks, and the beautiful colonial city of Merida. But among the most fascinating attractions in the Yucatan are the amazing Mayan ruins that can be found throughout the area.
The Yucatan Peninsula, especially the Riviera Maya, has a great hotel tradition and nowhere is this more evident than in its hotels, with their excellent facilities and excellent service.
Villas, spa hotels, colonial haciendas, boutique hotels, all-inclusive resorts, rooms with a view, they are all here for you to choose from!
In recent years, the popularity of the SPA concept has flourished and Yucatan is no exception.
Acronym for ‘Salud Por Agua’, or ‘health by water’, the concept of SPA dates back to the Romans and pre-Columbian civilizations in the Americas.
Many ancient techniques have come back into fashion, including the use of natural ingredients in cosmetics and treatments for the body and spirit. Spa hotels in the Yucatan and Riviera Maya incorporate their ancient Mayan tradition of healing and natural medicine to provide unsurpassed service and an unforgettable experience. You can also take meditation courses and train your mind and body to be calm and peaceful. More than a vacation!
The urge to travel is one of life’s hopeful symptoms. The freedom to travel opens the mind to limitless possibilities. Now it is you who decides what to choose among the spectacular type of vacations that the Yucatan Peninsula offers.