The top 6 activities in Cancun that are a must!

Cancun derives from the Mayan language “kaan” and “kun”, which means ‘cradle or snake nest’. It’s a travelers paradise located inside the state of Quintana Roo in eastern Mexico.

Cancun and its surroundings feature a number of the best activities for guests and locals to experience. They range from the most peaceful walks by the pristine beaches to thrilling zipline adventures in the jungle. Cancun has something in store for everyone, and it sure to add a special touch to a memorable getaway in Mexico’s top destination.

We’ve listed the top 6 activities in Cancun that are a must!

1.- Dolphin Discovery y Garrafon Park: Isla Mujeres is an island almost 7 km long and located 20 minutes by boat from Cancun. It is a paradise on earth that houses our two favorite parks: Dolphin Discovery and Garrafon Park.

The first one is a place where you can swim with dolphins in the sea and enjoy a park that includes a restaurant, bars, and swimming pools. You will undoubtedly live a day full of emotions and new experiences.

On the other hand, if your thing is to relax and discover treasures of nature, Garrafón is your option. With amazing landscapes, activities such as kayaks, zip lines, restaurants, and open bar included, it will captivate you. Discover the great barrier of Coral and enjoy a day full of sun, sea, and sand.

Both parks have free transportation from Cancun back and forth, and packages are offered to visit the two parks at an incredible price! Do not miss this opportunity!

2. Marina Aquatours: The marina is located at kilometer 6.5 along the Hotel Zone of Cancun in front of Playa Tortugas. This is considered one of the best Marinas in the city.

Here you can start your day at the beach and at noon enjoy the real speed. Be the captain of your own speedboat! Cruise along the Nichupte lagoon at a speed that only the most adventurous can bear. At the end of the tour, you will arrive at an extraordinary place to carry out an exciting snorkeling session in Punta Nizuc.

After a quick adrenaline sensation, you´ll be able to return to Marina Aquatours where you satisfy your appetite with a delectable lunch in the cafe, and in the evening you can return to the marina for a romantic evening with your soulmate in the Columbus Cruise which will sail you through the lagoon under the moon, with jazz music and a delightful dinner. It is classified as the most romantic tour of Cancun.

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But the adventure does not end there! The next day, get ready for Isla Mujeres Pleasure, an all-day tour to Isla Mujeres aboard a catamaran. Snorkel and explore the downtown streets of the island.

3. Xcaret Group:Possibly the most prominent parks in Mexico, combining a style of ecotourism and adventure, these parks show that it is possible to live in harmony with the environment. In its main parks Xcaret and Xel Ha, you will have contact with nature and adventure through its zip lines, snorkel, underground rivers, etc. Xplor and its new Xavage park are ideal for the most adventurous and brave, with activities that will demonstrate your dexterity, physical ability and sense of adventure. Finally parks like Xenses and Xoximilco will make you live new adventures and discover feelings that you had hidden.

4. Chichen Itza Tours: Approximately a two and a half hour drive you’ll encounter one of the new seven wonders of the modern world, the Mayan city of Chichen Itza. A trip that you can not miss if you are visiting the south of Mexico. Admire all the architecture and history left by the Mayans. We suggest that you hire a guide as they will explain the meaning of each building and sculpture that you find along the way. There are many tour operators that take you to Chichén Itzá from Cancun, we recommend DTraveller, since they are the tour experts. They will offer different types of tours to Chichen Itza, either half a day, day and night, two days, etc, just choose the one that best suits you.

5. Dinner at Porfirio’s: Porfirio’s is a Mexican food restaurant located in kilometer 14.2 of the Hotel Zone in Cancun. It is a restaurant that combines Mexican food with elegance, a favored venue if you want to taste all the flavors that characterize Mexico. The experience that each of their dishes has will give you something to talk and post about.

6. Coco Bongo: Mexico´s most popular night club, located in the heart of the Zona Hotelera where the party never sleeps, but, what makes Coco Bongo so unique?
   Well, it holds a worldwide show, that no other club in Cancun can compare to. Coco Bongo gives their guests exclusiveness, an unbelievable show, a great party! So if a party is on your itinerary, then this is your best option.

In addition to these activities, Cancun is a city full of adventures that offer an array of activities for you to do at different times of the day and night. Visit DTraveller.com to learn more about what this beautiful city has to offer.