3 Days of Adventure in Cancun: From Yatch to Elsa Mujeres to the Xplor Park

  • Day 1: Yatch to Elsa Mujeres
    Departing at 9 am from the Marina (16 km from Cancun Center)
    Estimated Time: 8 hours, Estimated Distance: 20 km

    Begin your Cancun adventure with a yatch to Elsa Mujeres, where you'll discover one of the most celebrated islands in Mexico. You'll have the chance to snorkel in the bright turquoise waters with colorful fish species and stop at North Beach and its white sand. Don't miss the chance to wander the streets of a small village where you'll find azure beaches, artisan shops, and tempting smells of seafood fresh from the ocean.

  • Day 2: Xplor Park
    Departing at 8 am (20 km from Cancun Center)
    Estimated Time: 9 hours, Estimated Distance: 17 km

    Take a day trip to Xplor Park, where you'll immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while experiencing adventure activities. You'll find a thrilling adventure with zip lines, amphibious vehicle tours in the jungle, and hiking in underground caves called cenotes, where you can swim and see stalactites and stalagmites. Enjoy dining at the park's restaurants, which offer traditional Mexican food and international dishes.

  • Day 3: Cancun Jungle Tour
    Departing at 9 am from the Marina (16 km from Cancun Center)
    Estimated Time: 6 hours, Estimated Distance: 25 km

    Your final day in Cancun will be a ride full of adrenaline on the famous Jungle Tour. You will be driving a speedboat through the Nichupté Lagoon mangroves, and experience the rush of getting closer to the crocodiles, fish, and turtles that live there. Finish your boat ride on a secluded beach of Playa Conchitas, where you can snorkel in the Inah reef and spot the sea creatures of the Caribbean ocean.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Yatch to Elsa Mujeres (8 hours, $150)
  • Xplor Park (9 hours, $130)
  • Cancun Jungle Tour (6 hours, $80)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $360

Transportation

Cancun provides various modes of transport, so taking into account the distances between landmarks and the hotel, we recommend a combination of car rentals, taxis, or private transfers. Renting a car can be a good choice if you are looking for independence, and driving is easy and safe along the Cancun hotel zone. Nonetheless, we recommend researching and comparing prices from different car rental services. If your party is more significant than four, we suggest taking a private transfer, as taxi fares skyrocket when there is excess luggage or a large number of passengers.

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, we suggest visiting other landmarks like Tulum ruins or Isla Holbox. But if your time is limited, we recommend selecting one more "landmark-action" per day, such as taking a scuba tour, ATV rentals, or river rafting on the Yucatan Peninsula. The evenings in Cancun are packed with entertainment options, from bars to shows, to street performers.

Airports

The main airport in Cancun is Cancun International Airport (CUN). It is located 30 km from the town center and offers flights with multiple airlines from several countries worldwide. The airport is well-organized with many facilities like restaurants, currency exchange offices, ATMs, and car rental companies available. Cancun airport is an essential hub for both tourists and locals to various parts of Mexico.

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