{"id":9090,"date":"2016-10-03T13:38:17","date_gmt":"2016-10-03T17:38:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/?p=9090"},"modified":"2019-07-08T05:54:09","modified_gmt":"2019-07-08T09:54:09","slug":"5-playa-del-carmen-eco-tours-to-reconnect-with-nature","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/5-playa-del-carmen-eco-tours-to-reconnect-with-nature\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Playa del Carmen Eco-Tours to Reconnect with Nature"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I love living in the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Riviera_Maya\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Riviera Maya<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>I feel extremely privileged to be able to do so.<\/p>\n<p>More than, anything I am constantly fascinated by the region&#8217;s stunning beauty.<\/p>\n<p>There are so many different things to do and see to reconnect with nature, all within about a one hour drive.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"top\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Luckily, several Playa del Carmen eco-tours exist to allow you to experience a close encounter with some of Mother Nature&#8217;s stunning works.<\/p>\n<h2>Top 5 Playa del Carmen Eco-Tours<\/h2>\n<p>From the cenotes and mangrove channels to the fascinating marine life and unspoiled stretches of beach, there are many good reasons to consider this area of the planet as a paradise on Earth.<\/p>\n<p>Whenever you\u00a0take a Playa del Carmen vacation, it&#8217;s impossible to find enough time to do everything.<\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s why planning your trip is so important (and why our travel specialists are such a valuable and free resource to use).<\/p>\n<p>Here are some ideas to consider.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"#sian\">Sian Ka&#8217;an<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#xenotes\">Xenotes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#horseback\">Horseback Riding<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#swim\">Swim with Whale Sharks<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#temazcal\">Temazcal Sweat Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"sian\">1. Sian Ka&#8217;an<\/h2>\n<p lang=\"\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7970\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sian-kaan-tour-min-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Sian Ka'an Biosphere mangrove tour on boat\" width=\"760\" height=\"506\" \/><\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">Many tours and hotels may boast pristine beaches, Sian Ka&#8217;an delivers.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">Set off in a nature reserve by the same name, the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Sian_Ka%27an\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Sian Ka&#8217;an Biosphere<\/strong><\/a> is a protected area of verdant tropical forest, abundant mangrove channels, long stretches of untouched white sand beaches that embrace the spectacular azure waters of the Caribbean Sea, and abundant flora and fauna.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">One tour, called the Sian Ka&#8217;an Eco Maya Adventure, takes you to the majestic Muyil Mayan ruins before exploring the beautiful mangrove channels of the Sian Ka&#8217;an Biosphere.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">Definitely one of the better tours to help you appreciate Mother Nature&#8217;s blessing.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span lang=\"en-US\">Price: <\/span><\/strong><span lang=\"\">$149.00 USD per person<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ages: <\/strong>8 years and over<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> <span lang=\"\">+\/- 10 hours<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Includes:<\/strong> <span lang=\"en-US\">Round-trip transportation in air-conditioned vehicles, driving your own jeep, boat tour, nature guide, snorkeling and snorkeling equipment, swimming in a natural pool, snacks, non-alcoholic drinks<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Reservations:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/sian-kaan-expedition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sian Kaan tour<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"xenotes\">1. Xenotes<\/h2>\n<p lang=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7969\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/02-2-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"xenotes park riviera maya\" width=\"760\" height=\"507\" \/><\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">Xenotes is a fascinating cenotes park owned and operated by Experiencias Xcaret, and features four different sinkholes for you to wonder at and explore.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">Activities include kayaking, snorkeling, rappel, zip lines and inner tubes through and within these amazing wonders of the natural world.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">This is a great way to experience the different types of cenotes while basking in the sun and swimming in their refreshing waters.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span lang=\"en-US\"><strong>Price:<\/strong> $<\/span><span lang=\"\">119<\/span><span lang=\"en-US\">.00 USD per perso<\/span><span lang=\"\">n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 6 years and over<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> +\/- <span lang=\"\">9<\/span> hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Includes:<\/strong> Round-trip transportation, all equipment, non-alcoholic beverages, lunch, access to restrooms and changing rooms<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reservations:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/xenotes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Xenotes Park<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"horseback\">2. Horseback Riding<\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5634\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tour_img-47197-90-1024x497.jpg\" alt=\"horseback riding riviera maya beach\" width=\"760\" height=\"369\" \/><\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">Saddle up and head on out on a fun horseback riding adventure along white sandy beaches and lush jungle paths.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">Feel the breeze of the Caribbean Sea as you trot amidst spectacular land and seascapes together with your newfound equine friend.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">A great experience for nature and animal lovers!<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">Once you&#8217;re finished, cool off on the beach with a refreshing drink.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">Giddy up!<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong><span lang=\"en-US\">Price: <\/span><\/strong><span lang=\"\">$77.00 USD per person<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ages<\/strong>: 6 and over<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> <span lang=\"\">+\/- <\/span>4<span lang=\"\"> hours<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Includes:<\/strong> <span lang=\"en-US\">Round-trip transportation to\/from hotel, professional guide, riding equipment, non-alcoholic drinks, snacks<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Reservations<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/horseback-riding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Horseback Riding Adventure<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"swim\">4. Swim with Whale Sharks<\/h2>\n<p lang=\"\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7447\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/whale-shark-tour-mexico-8-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"people swimming with whale shark in mexico\" width=\"760\" height=\"506\" \/><\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">Whale sharks are sharks not whales.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">They&#8217;re also the largest fish on the entire planet.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">Each year, hundreds of these ocean titans congregate off the coast of Cancun to feed on micro-organisms such as plankton and fish eggs.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">With mouths that can reach three meters in diameter, their throats are the size of a mere quarter.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">In other words, it&#8217;s safe to swim next to these gigantic filter-feeders without being swallowed whole.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">You can do so in the Riviera Maya every year from June through mid-September.<\/p>\n<p lang=\"\">See our blog for more tips on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/whale-shark-tours-from-playa-del-carmen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>whale shark tours from Playa del Carmen<\/strong><\/a>!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span lang=\"en-US\"><strong>Price:<\/strong> $<\/span><span lang=\"\">199<\/span><span lang=\"en-US\">.00 USD per perso<\/span><span lang=\"\">n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Ages<\/strong>: 4 and over<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> +\/- <span lang=\"\">10<\/span> hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Includes:<\/strong> <span lang=\"en-US\">Round-trip transportation, professional guides, snorkeling equipment, snorkeling with whale sharks, lunch, non-alcoholic drinks<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Reservations<\/strong>:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/whale-sharks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Whale Shark Tour<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"temazcal\">5. Temazcal Sweat Lodge<\/h2>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9288\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/ceremonia-del-fuego-rs.jpg\" alt=\"Temazcal Playa del Carmen\" width=\"760\" height=\"568\" data-id=\"9288\" \/><\/p>\n<p>I admit this one might not be for everyone, but for those who appreciate connecting mind, body, and spirit with nature this is an incredible experience.<\/p>\n<p>A temazcal is basically the local version of a sweat lodge.<\/p>\n<p>A small circular structure is built in whose center lies a fire pit.<\/p>\n<p>Participants sit around the pit, which is filled with fiery hot stones.<\/p>\n<p>Herbs are used (no, not the 4-20 variety either) to stimulate the senses.<\/p>\n<p>Highly recommended for those interested in this unique combination of nature and spirituality.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> $120 USD<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ages:<\/strong> Must be at least 5 years old; parental discretion advised<\/li>\n<li><strong>Duration:<\/strong> +\/- 4 hours<\/li>\n<li><strong>Includes<\/strong>:\u00a0Round-trip transportation, temazcal experience, Mayan shaman, fresh fruit<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reservations:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/activities\/temazcal-sweat-lodge-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Temazcal Playa del Carmen<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b><a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\">Is this where I say Namaste?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In any case, feel free to reach out toll-free at <a href=\"tel:888-537-9797\">888-537-9797<\/a> to our ever so wise travel specialists who can guide you on your path to vacation enlightenment.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Oooommmm!!!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><b> <a href=\"#top\">Back to top<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I love living in the Riviera Maya. I feel extremely privileged to be able to do so. More than, anything I am constantly fascinated by the region&#8217;s stunning beauty. 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