Standing on top of a rocky cliff, feeling the ocean breeze on my face, I leap…..a scream, then a laugh as I speed down the zipline over the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea off the coast of Isla Mujeres at Garrafon Park. I leap again, flying over the snorkelers flippering their way across the reef, the water is so clear that even from the height of the zipline I can see the schools of fish darting in and out of the coral. I land on the shore with a huge smile, take off my helmet and harness and get ready for the next part of my adventure.
Garrafon Park Experience.
Garrafon Park is located on the small island of Isla Mujeres, a short ferry ride away from the mainland city of Cancun. With lush green areas, a reef teeming with tropical fish and incredible views, it’s a beautiful place to spend a day. Guests may choose to pass the hours swinging in a hammock with a cold drink in hand or they can fill the day with action… snorkeling, kayaking, biking, ziplining, exploring the sculpture garden and Mayan ruins at Punta Sur and swimming with dolphins.
I’m definitely a woman of action, so after my zipline ride, I put on my mask and fins to hit the water. The reef is home to a plethora of sea life, big beautiful angelfish, schools of sergeant majors and French grunts, needlefish, parrotfish, and even a friendly barracuda. The shallow waters close to shore make this an ideal spot, whether you are a first-time snorkeler or a veteran, it’s a great way to discover the underwater world.
The adventure continues at Garrafon Park
Ready for more excitement after snorkeling, I took a little spin in a kayak, went for a walk on the seaside path and had a swim in the infinity pool. I’d worked up quite an appetite so I made my way to the restaurant to refuel. I’m pleasantly surprised by just how good the food is! Lots of choices, salads, fish, pasta, chicken, Mexican specialties and of course, hot dogs and hamburgers. I try to keep myself away from the dessert table, but end up devouring a piece of tres leches cake (the diet can restart tomorrow, right?). I sip my special “Garrafon Lemonade”, gaze at the view and realize that I am truly in paradise and the day is not over yet!
Finish the day at Dolphin Discovery
Dolphin Discovery Isla Mujeres
I gather my belongings, grab a taxi and make my way to Dolphin Discovery full of anticipation. It’s time to swim with dolphins! Our guide gives us an orientation session, teaching us about bottlenose dolphins and how to interact with them. We’re a small group, only ten people, and we’re all eager to get in the water. The friendly trainer brings us to the dock, we carefully climb down the stairs and we meet our dolphins and fall in love! We shake their hands, kiss them and they take us for a ride with their dorsal fins. Then the highlight of the day, the foot push! The adrenaline flows as the two dolphins propel us through the water by pushing the bottoms of our feet, I get right up out of the water and can’t help but laugh out loud. Truly the experience of a lifetime!
I had the most amazing day, and you can too with the Royal Garrafon and Dolphin Royal Swim package. Dolphin Discovery is an all-inclusive trip, no worries, no stress, all your activities, food, drinks, and equipment are included so you can enjoy your day to the fullest. Contact our bilingual Dolphin Discovery customer service representatives and book your best vacation day ever!