SHORE EXCURSION INFORMATION
COZUMEL MEXICO TOURS AND SHORE
EXCURSIONS
Jungle Bike Adventure
PRICE: ADULT: 68.00 / CHILD: 68.00 USD
DURATION: 3 Hours 30 Minutes Approx.
Trek your way through the Cozumel jungle for a unique guided
biking adventure and visit ancient Mayan grounds. Your adventure
begins as you are transported by air-conditioned bus or van. Then
at the Welcome Station, you will be fitted to your bike and helmet,
while your bilingual guide briefs you on safety and what you may
expect to see. The journey starts as you peddle along winding,
narrow paths that lead into the ancient past of the Mayans. Soon,
you will arrive at the ancient Mayan burial grounds that have not
been excavated and are in their natural state. Glance upon two
original temples that once held the bodies of Mayan Royalty.
Back at the Welcome Station you will have a chance to use the rest
rooms and enjoy a nice cold beverage. Later, board the bus that
will take you back to present day and your awaiting ship.
Note: Sun protection and bug spray are advised to bring along.
Comfortable closed toe walking shoes are a must (no sandals)
and light comfortable clothing is advised. Minimum age for
participation is 10 years old. Minimum height is 42 inches.
Maximum weight is 250 pounds.
Wonders of Mexico & Cozumel Highlights
PRICE: ADULT: 59.00 / CHILD: 48.00 USD
DURATION: 4 Hours Approx.
Your scenic ride will be narrated by your bi-lingual guide who will
give you interesting narration of the largest inhabited island
of Mexico and its background.
Your first stop will be at one of the most amazing parks in Mexico,
"Discover Mexico" a cultural theme park about Mexico, where the
entire family can truly experience this rich country through its
different historical periods and amazing culture: pre-
Hispanic, Colonial and modern. This park is truly spectacular. It
has an exterior walk of Mexico's most important archeological
sites and colonial buildings. Also, it has an on site museum with
temporary and permanent exhibits, and a state of the art video
experience room to view award winning videos and
documentaries.
After this amazing stop it is time to start your city tour, see the City
Hall of Cozumel, stop at a typical Catholic Church and end
in a working tequila Hacienda, here you will learn about the
processing of this ancestral drink and feel the charm of a real
Hacienda.
After enjoying these places you will be taken to downtown
Cozumel, where you will have free time to shop, visit the local
museum or just relax at the sea front boulevard, The Malecon.
Cozumel's Harley Davidson Tour - Driver
PRICE: ADULT: 299.00 / CHILD: 299.00 USD
DURATION: 5 Hours Approx.
Get ready for a wild ride! You will head south and experience the
ancient Mayan town of Cedral and its Mayan vestiges.
Continue your Harley ride to Punta Celerain and its historical
lighthouse. Climb to the top for a breathtaking view. The
lighthouse has a historical museum with artifacts and information
about the many families that have lived and worked the
grounds. Afterwards, mount your bikes and navigate through the
windy road back to the highway and onto Rasta Bar. No trip
around the island is complete without leaving your mark or t-shirt
at Rasta's!
After a short stop and photo opportunity you will head north along
the eastside or "Wild Side" of the island. Your next stop is
at "Coconuts" Restaurant and Bar. Relax and enjoy the
surroundings while you are served ice cold drinks and dine on
authentic Mexican cuisine. Here you will have time to wander the
beach take a swim or just relax and enjoy the incredible view.
Once you wrap up at Coconuts, your journey continues north along
the scenic coastline passing several beach resorts and
pristine white sand beaches.
Negotiating the turn at Mezcalitos, you will head west taking the
transversal road that crosses the island heading back to the
main town of San Miguel. Carlos and Charlie's will be your final
destination. Those that choose to stay and continue the day
will have to get their own transportation back to the pier and those
that wish to return to the ship will be provided transportation.
Notes: The tour is sold per motorcycle. Driver must be 23 years or
older with a valid motorcycle license. Minimum age for rider is 18
years old. Minimum height requirement is 5 ft tall. Maximum
weight capacity per motorcycle is 400 pounds. Helmets are
included. A credit card must be given in the event the motorcycle is
returned damaged. Guests with a history of seizures, dizziness or
fainting, recent operations or illness or are on beta-blocker
medications or any medication that carries a warning about any
impairment of any physical or mental ability cannot participate. As
the beach location is known to be clothing optional, some nudity
may be observed.
Cozumel Island Tour
PRICE: ADULT: 52.00 / CHILD: 39.00 USD
DURATION: 4 Hours Approx.
Cozumel, the largest island in the Mexican Caribbean, rich in
culture and history, is waiting for you to explore her interesting,
colorful past and charming present as one of the most important
cruise ship destinations in Mexico. Your English-speaking
guide will give you an interesting account of the sights along the
way. You'll have a scenic drive along the oceanfront,
through town and around the island to experience the flavor of
island life. You'll go to the wilder side of the island, where you
will stop at "El Mirador" the popular lookout, famous for its unusual
natural limestone formations.
Then it's time to visit El Cedral, the ancient town once populated by
the Mayans and where historians think the first Catholic Mass was
held in the American Continent. Your journey will continue around
the island on the way to Playa Mia Beach Adventure Park, for 11/2
hrs of relaxation, swimming, fun in the sun or water sports
(motorized sports at an additional cost).
Enjoy a complimentary welcome drink upon arrival at Playa Mia.
Return with your group or stay as long as the ship will allow, and
return at your own expense to the cruise ship pier. This is a great
way to discover what brings people to the beautiful island of
Cozumel.
Unlimited Beach Snorkel
PRICE: ADULT: 25.00 / CHILD: 25.00 USD
DURATION: 2 Hours 45 Minutes Approx.
Snorkel on one of Cozumel's world-renowned reefs. This tour is
designed to give even the novice snorkeler a memorable and
safe experience. You will be greeted at the pier by your bi-lingual
guide and then it is just a short taxi ride to your snorkel site.
Your PADI certified dive guides will assign you snorkel equipment,
give you in-depth information on how to use the gear and
how to snorkel and then help you into the water for your guided
tour. Enjoy spectacular views of coral formations and colorful
tropical fish. The depths at this site vary between 3 to 20 feet of
water. A staircase makes entry and exit out of the water easy.
Included are guided snorkel service, snorkel equipment (snorkel
vest, mask, snorkel and fins) and all fees.
Sun protection, swimsuits and towels are advised. Minimum age
for participation is 8 years old. Guests must walk to/from snorkel
location. If ship is docked at the Punta Langosta Pier, near
downtown, round trip transportation will be provided.
Note: Minimum age to participate is 8 years old.
Jungle ATV Adventure
PRICE: ADULT: 89.00 / CHILD: 89.00 USD
DURATION: 3 Hours Approx.
Trek your way through the Cozumel jungle for a unique ATV
adventure and encounter the ancient holy grounds where the
Mayans once dwelled thousands of years ago. The essence of
their spirits still lingers in the legacies of Mayan temples.
These temples were left to ruin while the land around them
surrendered to the ever-growing jungle. Now you will be the one to
discover these relics hidden, but not forgotten, over the last
century. Your adventure begins as you are transported by bus or
van from the small town of San Miguel.
Then the bus will arrive at the Welcome Station where you will find
your All Terrain Vehicle and gear (helmets and goggles), while
your bilingual guide briefs you on the road rules for safety and
what you may expect to see (also you will see a video with the
security information). The journey starts as you drive through
winding, narrow paths that leads into the dense Cozumel jungle
and the ancient past of the Mayans. You will arrive at the ancient
Mayan burial grounds that have not been excavated and are in
their natural state, just as they were discovered by Spanish
conquerors such as Hernandez de Cordoba and Cortez. Glance
upon two original temples that once held the bodies of Mayan
Royalty.
You may pass by caves that contain the remains of earlier
explorers. Search for clues that can unlock the history and
significance to this long abandoned civilization. Along with your
exploration into the past, you will also witness an original
Mayan Well that was used as a source to obtain life giving water to
drink and refresh the body. Afterwards, you will cruise
back through the impenetrable tropical foliage on a spiraling path,
keeping your eyes open for tropical birds and resident
critters.
The ATV adventure portion of the tour will end back at the Welcome
Station where you will have a chance to use the
rest rooms and enjoy a nice cold beverage. Afterwards, board the
bus or van that will take you back to present day and your
awaiting ship.
Please Note: You will be exposed to a lot of mud and dirt on this
tour. It is considered a strenuous tour. Proper
footwear (no open shoes) is required, tennis shoes, sneakers, or
boots are recommended.
Notes: Minimum age to operate an ATV is 16 years old with a valid
driver's license. Limited to 1 person per vehicle. Persons
with physical or medical conditions should not participate due to
the nature of the tour.
Xcaret with Dolphins
PRICE: ADULT: 169.00 / CHILD: 169.00 USD
DURATION: 8 Hours Approx.
Spend an exciting day at this beautiful, natural, eco-archeological
theme park that offers many exhilarating activities in a
tropical jungle setting on the Caribbean Sea. Xcaret provides pure
fun and enjoyment with natural surroundings. Once you
enter the park, you are free to explore and experience all it has to
offer, such as a museum, a bird sanctuary, stables, botanical
gardens, aquarium, restored Mayan ruins, a replicated Mayan
village, beautiful beaches and natural pools, including an
amazing swimming tour through a mysterious underground river!
All this and a Dolphin Tour! Get to know these friendly,
highly intelligent mammals in the dolphin encounter. The
Dolphinariums at Xcaret are designed to reproduce natural
conditions, providing visitors with an opportunity to experience the
dolphins in an ocean like habitat. A brief presentation is
accompanied by hands-on, in-the-water experiences. The
professional staff conducts the program guiding visitors and
sharing the moment with them.
Consequently, the dolphins enjoy themselves tremendously with
their visitors, demonstrating their characteristic and endearing
ability to get along well with humans. This program combines
learning and recreation into an unforgettable time with the
dolphins.
Note: The ferry ride to and from Playa del Carmen takes about 45
minutes each way. Please note that, inclement weather and
rough seas may cause seasickness on the ferry ride, so guests
should take the necessary precautions. Minimum age to
participate is 6 years old. Minimum height restriction is 43 inches
tall.
Dolphin Swim and Ride
PRICE: ADULT: 149.00 / CHILD: 149.00 USD
DURATION: 3 Hours Approx.
This dream-fulfilling experience provides participants, with the
opportunity to swim with bottlenose dolphins, in natural ocean
coves, experiencing these amazing mammals while gently
touching their velvet skin.
Before entering the ocean cove, each participant is directed by one
of our knowledgeable trainers to their individual stations
to be briefed about the dolphins' behavior as well as the basic
guidelines of the program.
Guests will view a short dolphin presentation where they will be
introduced to some of the extraordinary dolphins' behavior.
The first part of program is conducted on a waist deep submerged
platform. This is a very hands on program, allowing guest,
in a controlled setting, to get an up close and personal anatomy
lesson on dolphins as well as learning about dolphins'
behavior and adaptations they have made to the environment. All
participants receive a kiss and pectoral fins shake.
Guests will then proceed into the deeper water of our natural
ocean coves to swim and touch the dolphins in their own
environment where they will enjoy a dolphin ride.
The dolphin are directed by the trainer to swim by each participant
allowing them to interact freely with the dolphins.
Following this we will provide the guests with a mask to see how
these beautiful animals swim and glide through the crystal
waters of Dolphinaris. Our facility is also home to many other
forms of marine and fish life, which can be viewed with safety
and ease.
An experience like this is sure to leave you with fond memories
forever. These unforgettable magical moments are captured on
film and video by Dolphinaris professional staff. And sold at
Dolphinaris Video Shop.
Note: Minimum height to participate is 48". Pregnant women
cannot participate.
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