Here’s our monthly gallery showcasing some of the region’s many natural and historical attractions. How many have you visited? Which ones would you like to explore on future trips to Royal Resorts?
Tulum
Taking in the breathtaking views of the Caribbean from this ancient clifftop city is the perfect way to welcome the spring. Breathe deeply, listen to the waves breaking on the rocks below the temples and the soft breeze in the palms and savor the moment.
Cenote Kin-Ha
For a day of jungle fun and adventure, Kin-ha is one of the most popular cenote parks on the Cenote Route near Puerto Morelos. There are 12 sinkholes in the park, the most spectacular of which are Kin-Ha and Blanca Flor. Have fun on the zip lining circuit, and other activities available in the park are horse riding and ATV drives.
Contoy
All aboard for a two-hour boat ride through the turquoise waters of the Caribbean to a desert island that is known as the “Isla de Pajaros” or Island of Birds. Contoy is an important bird sanctuary and the mangrove forests and palm groves echo with birdcalls. Guided eco trips are available and visitors can catch a glimpse of nesting pelicans, frigate birds, roseate spoonbills, different species of herons and sometimes even flamingos.
Bacalar
A stretch of turquoise, azure and aquamarine water that winds for miles through the jungle and wetlands of southern Quintana Roo, Bacalar is known as the “Lagoon of Seven Colors.” It is a peaceful eco-destination of waterfront lodges, perfect for visitors who enjoy off the beaten track adventures, boat rides, kayaking, paddle boarding and bird watching.
Close to the shores of the lagoon lies Cenote Azul, a perfectly round sinkhole with indigo-colored waters that plummet into the depths. This mysterious natural well is one of the deepest cenotes in the Maya World.
Bacalar is steeped in history – the nearby archaeological site of Ichkabal is testimony to its importance during the pre-Hispanic period. It was a port during the Colonial period and fell prey to marauding pirates. To protect the village from attacks, in 1725, the Governor of Yucatan ordered the construction of San Felipe Fort which was completed in 1733. In the 19th-century Caste War, the fortress was taken and held by rebel Mayan warriors. It now houses a Pirate Museum with displays about the ruthless buccaneers who raided ports throughout the Caribbean.
Explore the Yucatan
Thomas More Travel can help you arrange trips to these spots and to all the natural and historical wonders in the Mexican Caribbean and Yucatan. Visit the website or the travel desk in the lobby of your resort.
