New at Xel-Há this year you can have the chance to experience as world Earth Day, Birds’ Day, World Sea Turtle Day, Day of the Manatee, Purification Ceremony, Treasures of the Cove, Secrets of the Jungle.
See the apiary of the Melipona bee (with a traditional Mayan harvest of honey twice a year) and learn more about the Mayan culture. Visit Xel-Ha’s vegetation nursery, and marvel at the mangroves and rainforest dotted with orchids. Slide down ziplines and splash into the crystal clear waters of a cenote or dive into a spectacular cove. Enjoy the best marine and land activities in Xel-Ha’s park you can enjoy lagoons, cenotes and caves, where seawater mixes with the fresh water of the world’s longest underground river system.Ĭomplimentary lifejackets, inner tubes, bicycles, access to lounge chairs, hammocks and rest areas are included. Remember, if it doesn’t say BIODEGRADABLE on the label, it isn’t.Xel-Ha is considered the world’s largest natural aquarium, the park offers snorkeling among hundreds of tropical fish and more than 90 marine species that inhabit the creek. Click the link to learn more about oxybenzone. Sunscreens cause reef bleaching and the ingredient oxybenzone has been proven to feminize fish. The lagoon isn’t as colorful as the open ocean because of the use of non-biodegradable sunscreens people bring from their own countries. It’s sold at the park and costs just a bit more than regular brands, but won’t leave an oil slick on the water, rocks, coral or fish that can affect the health of the ecosystem in the lagoon and out in the ocean. Help Xel-Ha conserve its natural environment by buying bio-degradable sunscreen. The lighthouse not only offers stunning views over the lagoon, but also a 98 foot waterslide! Xel-Ha is also a training center for teachers on the Mesoamerican Reef System just a short boat ride away.ġ1. Staff and scientists have montiored the Queen Conch in Xel-Ha for years, and compiled several notes and records on their growth stages. Xel-Ha is also a sanctuary and teaching facility. Tired? There’s a hammock with your name on it!ġ0. Shuttles and bikes are available to help get you from one side of the huge park to the other.ĩ. Iguanas are everywhere, but we also stumbled upon a family of coatis digging up dinner.Ĩ. Get up close and personal to wildlife on the Jungle Trails. Opportunities to SNUBA and swim with dolphins and manatees ($ extra).ħ. Xel-Ha has rope-walking, cliff diving (jumping), and zip-lining!Ħ. Start in the mangrove forests which provide a nursery for smaller fish and move into the protected cove connected to the sea.ĥ. Snorkel or float in a tube from fresh water to salt water. There’s plenty of fish to see around the rocky outcrops or by the walls of the lagoon without having to worry about currents.Ĥ. The All-inclusive price includes: All food and drink (including alcohol), snorkel gear, tubes, life jacket, lockers, bicycles, showers and towels.ģ. Xel-Ha is a protected lagoon known as the world’s largest natural aquarium.Ģ. Here are my top 11 reasons why you should not miss Xel-Ha:ġ. Relax and enjoy one of the best natural parks on the Carribbean!ĥ Night Tulum Mexico Vacation $799 Per Couple! There are tons of different tour pairing options available, and pick up from your hotel can usually be arranged.
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You can spend a full day experiencing Xel-Ha, or spend half the day combining two tours like Xel-ha and Tulum. This natural lagoon has real fish, is surrounded by wildlife, and has many options for adrenaline or relaxation. Think of it as a “baby step” before heading out to the Mesoamerican Reef System just a boat ride away from the coast. Xel-Ha focuses on the water, moving from fresh to salt water in a protected lagoon perfect for those who want to practice their snorkeling skills. Each family-friendly theme park highlights some part or parts of the natural landscape. Xel-Ha is one element of Experiencas Xcaret, a company that features the natural wonders of the Riviera Maya. So with all this natural beauty, why should you visit the natural theme park Xel-Ha?ĭisclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links which means we will receive a small commission when you make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Colorful birds, howling monkeys and other creatures make their home in the surrounding jungle. White sandy beaches and crystal blue water are what you see above the surface, and the world’s second largest coral reef offers some of the best diving in the world below. The natural beauty of the Riviera Maya region of Mexico is unrivaled.
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