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Grand Costa Maya. Tu Maya, Travel Agency. Chetumal Tourist Attractions. Agua Cristal. Culture Ministry of Quintana Roo. Chetumal Tourist Attractions. Holiday Inn Hotel. Map of Chetumal. Chetumal Bay. Calderitas. Isla (Island) Tamalcab. Chetumal Bay. Laguna (Lagoon) Guerrero. Manatee Sanctuary. 8. Chetumal Bay. Oxtankah. Raudales. 9. Map of the Chetumal Bay. 10. Río (River) Hondo. Laguna (Lagoon) Milagros. 11. Belice Free Zone. Sacxán. 12. El Palmar. La Unión. 13. Mayan Archeological Sites. Kohunlich. 14. Dzibanché. 15. Kinichná. Map of Kohunlich. Map of Dzibanché. 16. Touristic Attractions in Bacalar. Hacienda Bacalar. 17. Touristic Attractions in Bacalar. 18. Touristic Attractions in. The Fort of San Felipe. 19. Map of Bacalar. 20. Blue Cenote. Parque Ecoturistic Park UchbenKah. 21. Chacchoben. Ichkabal. 22. Costa del Caribe. Majahual. Río Indio. Margarita del Sol. 23. Map of Majahual. 24. Caribbean Coast. Xcalak. Punta Herrero. 25. Caribbean Coast. Banco Chinchorro. Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System. 26. What to do in the Caribbean Coast. Fishing. Acuatic Sports. 27. Diving. Banco Chinchorro Map. 28. What to do in the Caribbean Coast. Snorkeling. Kayak. ATV Excursion. Bird Watching. Turtel Watching. 29. Grand Costa Maya. 30. Map of Quintana Roo.


Blessed with an unbeatable combination of tropical forest, wetlands, white-sand beaches, coral reefs, abundant wildlife and magnificent archaeological sites, Grand Costa Maya has long been one of Mexico's best-kept secrets. This is an ideal place for adventure lovers as well as for people who loved Mayan culture, since timeless traditions have been preserved by several communities in here.

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Chetumal is the capital of the State founded in 1898 and called Payo Obispo. It has a Caribbean flavor with wood houses English style. Chetumal means “Place of abundant red cedar”, in Maya and it has the atmosphere of an old town with gentle and kind people.

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The city has hotels and restaurants to suit all tastes and wallets, as well as an airport, and modern roads. Annual festivals are a serious affair, like the Carnaval in February; the "Rio Hondo-Bacalar Nautical Marathon" in August; and the Caribbean International Cultural Festival in November. Among its attractives are:


Espacio destinado a presentaciones de obras de teatro, danza y conciertos musicales.

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Av. Calzada Veracruz num. 59 Col. Centro, C.P. 77000 Chetumal, Quintana Roo. Maqueta “Luis Reinhardt McLiberty”, donde se recrea en pequeño formato la antigua aldea de payo Obispo, sus calles arenosas, sus palmas, sus casas de madera. Poliforum Cultural Gral. Rafael E. Melgar

Festival de Cultura del Caribe Edición 2013 Del 7 al 17 de Noviembre.

Establecimiento en donde se muestran películas y 4 cintas cinematográficas.

El festival busca difundir las manifestaciones artísticas y culturales del Caribe Mexicano, a través de música, danza gastronomía, literatura, teatro y exposiciones de obras plásticas.

Av. Héroes Entre Chapultepec y Lázaro Cárdenas s/n. Col. Centro, C.P. 77000 Chetumal, Quintana Roo.

Único en su género en Latinoamérica con un estilo modernista. Está dedicado a la promoción y difusión de la cultura maya y sus orígenes. 5

Av. Héroes Esq. Mahatma Gandhi s/n. Col. Centro, C.P. 77000 Chetumal, Quintana Roo, México. Casa de la Crónica 6 Muestra fotográfica que abarca diferentes etapas de la historia de Chetumal. Parque de los Caimanes 8 7

Centro Cultural de Bellas Artes Av. Héroes Esq. Héroes de Chapultepec Col. Centro, C.P. 77000 Chetumal, Quintana Roo.

Proporciona una visión general sobre la civilización maya, la guerra de castas, la influencia británica y la historia de la ciudad.

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Complejo cultural alberga el Museo de la Ciudad, el Teatro Minerva y El paseo del arte. Además, es sede de la Escuela de Música y Artes. Espacio que contribuye a conservar las tradiciones y fomentar el arte.

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Fortaleza que representa la conjunción de lo austero con lo funcional, el encuentro de la sobriedad y la elegancia. Ofrece una museografía moderna que exhibe piezas arqueológicas mayas, objetos de la época colonial como planos, armas, y utensilios. También cuenta con un impresionante mural que muestra la historia del lugar. Edificio del siglo XVIII donde se exhiben pinturas, documentos relacionados con el movimiento indígena en contra de los españoles, esculturas, piezas 12 a arqueológicas y herramientas que se utilizaron durante la Guerra de Castas. Además, cuenta con pinturas, documentos, una exposición de medicina tradicional, música y danza autóctona, cuentos y leyendas.

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Centro Cultural de las Bellas Artes.

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Av. Efraín Aguilar No. 361 Col. Centro. C.P. 77100 Chetumal, Quintana Roo. Tel.: 01 (983) 8321791

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The Boulevard Bahía – It runs arround Chetumal Bay with a nice view of the Bay. Along the Boulevard is the Sculpture Corridor, with 17 pieces by renowned artists such as José Luis Cuevas, Sebastian and Helen Escobedo, among others. You can bike ride down the boulevard. Museum of the Mayan Culture – The museum was opened in 1993 and it is unique in its kind in Latin America. by adopting a unique and modern style. The first floor represents the roots of the tree where the Maya underworld named Xibalba reigns. The middle floor is the tree trunk, known as Earth, home to humans and all their trappings. The top floor is the leaves and branches and the 13 heavens of the cosmic world. This distributed around a central courtyard flanked by tall and wide corridors that provide access to the different rooms. The exhibition shows the daily way of life and the religions practiced by the Mayan's. There are many scale models of famous archeological sites, reproductions of murals and many artifacts . Schedule: Tuesday to Thursday and Sunday 9:00 to 19:00 hrs. Friday and Saturday 9:00 to 20:00 hrs.

“Constituyentes del 74! Theatre – This is a setting for theater, music and dance presentations. Originally served as an auditorium and in 1996 the building was redecorated and declared Historical Patrimony of the State. Biouniverzoo – It has waterfalls, lakes, caves and stunning trails where you can see the visual stations perfectly recreating the natural habitat of the most representative species of the Mexican southeast. Museum of the City of Chetumal – The museum was founded to preserve and disseminate knowledge about the history of Chetumal. It is located in a unique architectural complex known as the Cultural Center of Fine Arts. It has five rooms with a splendid decoration showing the history of the city of wood, with it's English colonial air, including the Mayan civilizatin, the caste war and other crucial events in the history of Chetumal, like the hurricane “Janet”. Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00 a 19:00 hrs. Maqueta Payo Obispo – The scale model of Payo Bishop (old Chetumal) recreates a diverse collection of precious wood buildings gave form to the rising city in 1915. Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday 9:00 to 22:00 hrs. and Sunday 9:00 to 14:00 hrs.

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The beautiful Chetumal Bay has coastal lagoons, islands and extensive mangrove systems. The emerald green waters shelter a rich and diverse wildlife. Along the bay you can get a glimpse of the ancient Mayan culture, as well as some constructions of the colonial times. There is also a nice resort with restaurants offering unforgettable seafood dishes and a beautiful spot where a stream feeds a stunning lagoon.

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A fishing village with a bird observatory and where you can enjoy delicious seafood dishes. Calderitas is also a spa. Some coastal stretches have been enabled as large artificial beach. The area also has a hotel, trailer park, boat rides and kayak rentals.

The 6 miles long and few hundred meters wide island is located only a little more than a mile far from the cost of Calderitas. It is a beautiful island lined with white beaches where the clear offshore waters are perfect for aquatic sports. This is the perfect spot for people who loves fishing and snorkeling, one of the best in the region. The island is home to spider monkeys, coati, agouti, osprey and several varieties of heron. There are also some vestiges of the Mayan culture.


Part of the interconnecting backwaters of the Chetumal Bay, is about 4 miles long. Beside the lagoon is the “Protected Natural Area for Care and Rehabilitation Center for Marine Mammals” also known as the Chetumal Bay Manatee Sanctuary, and it is better known as the “Daniel’s corral”, because of the friendly manatee found on the shore of the lagoon in 2003. The manatee was found by some fishermen, and they realized the animal was just 7 days old, they took care of the animal. Despite the efforts and measures to rehabilitate Daniel to be freed, the animal keep on returning because he has got used to humans.

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Protected natural area of 281 000 hectares covering the Hondo River, the Bay of Chetumal and Guerrero Lagoon. Since 1996, various government agencies, as well as colleges, private institutions and international conservation organizations have joined forces to help support this sanctuary. Sanctuary is home to one of the largest remaining populations, around 150-200 individuals, of Mexican Caribbean manatee. In this area there are some endagered species like: the manatee marsh crocodiles, river turtles and jaguars.


Located just twenty five minutes south of Chetumal, are the remains of one of the most ancient Mayan cities in the Yucatan peninsula. It arose during the Classic era, between A.D. 300 and 600. Most of the Oxtankah’s structures you can see today, were constructed between the 4th to the 6th centuries, although many of them were modified between the 11th and 16th centuries. This Mayan city is thought to be where the mingling of European and native races first occurred. The ruins are clustered around two plazas: the Abejas (Bees) Plaza and the Columnas (Columns) Plaza. In the first plaza you will find a platform with four structures and a the remains of what could had been a sacred labyrinth. In the second plaza stand the remains of a building that seems to have been a palace. Every important structure was covered with stucco, decorated with Mayan glyphs and painted with many colors in its time of glory. There are traces of a chapel believed to have been built by the conqueror Alonso de Avila in 1531. There is a small museum on the site with with reproductions of pottery found in this place, as well as drawings of buildings and some maps. Schedule: Daily 8:00 to 17:00 hrs.

It is located just over one mile from the Guerrero Lagoon. It is in the conjunction with a river that comes from Bacalar lagoon, a nice place for camping. During the vacation season there are several restaurants. You can also rent kayaks and take boat rides. Ideal for those who enjoy bird watching. Š 2013 All rights reserved. Contents can not be reproduced for commercial purposes.


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Camping Airport Handcrafts Diving Shopping Mall Sinkholes Cruise Ship Snorquel Colonial Building Lighthouse Ferry

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Gas Station Hotel Kayak Marina Small Pyramids Museum Swimming Shipwreck Bird Watching Plants Watching

Turtle Watching Boat Ride Fishing Cabin Rental Restaurant Medical Services Bus Terminal Trailer Park Grocery Store Archeology Site


The Rio Hondo is a corridor in the middle of the forest and the natural border between Mexico and Belize. During the colonial times, the river was used as a waterway to get the precious logwood. Later, it was the route to transport natural chicle gum, which was extracted from the chicozapote sap, mahogany and other precious woods. Today, the river is flanked on each side by extensive groves. Along the way there are beautiful springs, streams and ponds.

It is a natural border between Mexico and Belize. It is surrounded by lush vegetation and diverse fauna, you can find beautiful springs, creeks, cenotes and lagoons. Sailing downstream you can navigate through the route used by pirates from Chetumal to Bacalar, crossing the Chac Estuary. The river is entirely navigable, so kayaking fans can navigate the river twisting between the mangroves. At the banks of the river are deer, tapir, agouti, iguanas, monkeys, and a wide variety of birds.

The village Huay Pix extends from the highway to the shore of this lagoon. There are restaurants and a watering place that functions as a trailer park. You can rent kayaks or hire boat rides. This lagoon is another spectacular body of water in the area. It stretches over one mile and at its widest point reaches two thousand meters. This beautiful lagoon of many shades of blue is a unique place. It has been the scene for local events and boating national races.

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Across the Hondo River is a Comercial Free Zone with dozens of tax free shops offering a wide variety of merchandise. To cross the border bridge on foot or by car you don’t need a passport. Belize also has a number of Las Vegas style casinos. The Casino also features shows, bars and restaurants with a wide selection of cuisines. To the right of the Free Zone is the road leading to Orange Walk and Corozal within Belize. Mexican travelers do not require a visa to enter the country, but if they are traveling by car, you required to purchase an auto insurance. Corozal Town in Northern Belize lies, 9 miles from the Mexican border. It is located nine miles from the Mexican border. The area boasts a rich Mayan heritage with ruins and artefacts still being discovered. An emerging economy in Corozal is increasingly based on services and importing goods to the more than 200 outlets within the Duty-Free Zone.

It has an amazing scenic viewpoint, which consist in a small tower located on a hill. From there, you can see part of the territory of Belize, the Rio Hondo, and a series of wetlands. With a stunning viewpoint located on a hill, is one of the best places for birdwatching.

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Village which houses a beautiful bathing resort called El Manantial (Fountainhead). The name is because the unusually transparent body of water that fill an artificial pond, a place ideal for swimming. The resort has a restaurant offering dishes prepared with fresh fish. On the riverside road you can find other places to enjoy fresh water. Just one mile from El Palmar is La Palma (The Palm), where a stream of clear water runs under leafy trees. At twelve miles, is the village of Álvaro Obregón and a place called El Balneario, with some pools fed by waters of the creek.

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This border town is located on the banks of the Rio Hondo, you have to use a canoe to cross the border to Belize. Remote location whose main attraction is the “Cenote del Cocodrilo Dorado”(Sinkhole of the Golden Crocodrile), where visitors can swim in the nearby stream, venture into the jungle with a guide, or explore a cave. The sinkhole looks like a bright cobalt blue mirror with a diameter of about one hundred meters. The cenote is nestled in a range of hills, up to 70 meters-hight, and there is a cliff where the adventurous can also go rock climbing or rappel. When the sun comes down, you can see clouds of bats coming out of the walls.


Twelve centuries ago, according to archaeologists, in the south of Quintana Roo lived near one million inhabitants, that means three times more than current population. The region was then one of the most important in the Mayan World, and the vestiges of that period confirm that the civilization had large and cosmopolitan cities and had sophisticated ceremonial centers and residential areas for the ruling groups. Additionally, the Mayan civilization had developed road networks known as Sacbés, and a water supply system. However, what is striking is its majestic art. This route comprises three archaeological sites very close to each other: Kohunlich, Dzibanché and Kinichná. These sites are an example of the greatness of Mayan Classic Period. You can miss it!.

It is a fascinating archaeological site both for its history and for its aesthetic value, beside it is surrounded by a unique natural beauty. It was first settled around 200 B.C., although the majority of its most significant buildings were constructed during the early Classic period between 500 and 600 A.D. In its golden age, it was a trade linking point for cities in the Yucatán peninsula and the rest of the Mayan cities of Central America. The most important ceremonial building is the Temple of the Giant Masks and faces the setting sun. The pyramid-shaped building is adorned with three-meter-tall masks (8 feet) representing the sun god, Kinich Ahau. . Five of the original eight masks survive, flanking a central staircase. You can still clamber up the structure to get a close look at these monumental pieces of art, which are in surprisingly good condition, since some of them still had hints of their original color. In the area with high-ranking structures are: the Palace of the Stelae, The Stands, and El Rey, where administrative functions may have been carried out. The Pixa'an Complex and the 27 Escalones, (27 Steps), may have functioned as neighborhoods or groupings of high-ranking families. The Acropolis, one of the sites larger groups, is also part of the high-ranking residential buildings. The hydraulic engineering used at Kohunlich was a great achievement; 90,000 of the site's 210,000 sq meters were cut to channel rainwater into Kohunlich's once enormous reservoir. By the year 1,200 A.D., the site was abandoned, due to an unknown causes. The site also functions as an important wildlife refuge. While walking through its paths framed by a huge variety of plants and trees, you can enjoy the flora and fauna of the region. Schedule: Daily 8:00 to 17:00 hrs.

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A large Classic Mayan center located about 35 miles west of Chetumal, This archaeological zone occupies an extension of about 40 square meters, with different sets of structures with monumental buildings. For the majesty of the constructios, the researchers conclude that it was possibly one of the most important Mayan cities in the area, at the level of Calakmul, an important Maya city of the neighboring state of Campeche, with a political and social life very rich and complex. The first settlement in this area began around 200 B.C. Four groups integrate the site: Tutil, Lamay, Kinichná and Dzibanché. Dzibanché is the name for the main group of ruins found in the first kilometer from the entrance booth. Then is Lamay Group, another archaeological site still under research and it has not been opened to the public, although nothing prevents you from admire it from the road and at the end of the road is Kinichná. The tour in the site starts with the Structure VI, also called the Building of the Lintes, relatively isolated. This amazing temple, stands on the uppermost point of the archeological region and it was built using the Teotihuacan-influence talud-tablero style. Glyphs on a wooden lintel here dating back to 618AD gave the site its name.

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This structure is followed by the Gann Plaza, with the Structure II or Cormoranes Pyramid, inside the big basement there are three vaulted chambers, in one of them, the archaeologists found a tomb of a high-ranking leader (judging from the rich offering found with his remains). In the plaza there are like a half of dozen of structures, and the most important is the Structure XIII or Temple of the Captives, is of special interest because of the several sculptured risers of its main stairway, representing captured warriors,accompanied by hieroglyphic inscriptions related with military confrontation with Calakmul. Looking across the plaza to the north, we see a similarly plain, stepped platform. It is Platform XVI or the "Temple of the Toucans." It also is thought to have had a wooden temple on top of the platform. At the northeast is the higher and larger Plaza Xibalbá, where you can see the largest structure at Dzibanché known as Structure 1, or the Temple of the Owl. It is of a similar design as the Temple of the Lintels - pyramidal with a double-designed temple, only is higher and built on a much grander scale. This Mayan site was abandoned around the year 1000. Schedule: Daily 8:00 to 17:00 hrs.


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The archaeologists have named this site "House of the Sun". At Kinichna, you can climb the spectacular Acropolis, stretching over three levels, each from a different era of history. It was built somewhere between 200 and 600 AD. during the early Classic period. The Acropolis is a splendidly proportioned structure, it soars above the plain dwarfing the smaller buildings and terrace that surround it. Stairs lead to palaces and temples on different leves. Offerings of jade associated with a burial were found in the upper temple. This temple has preserved in the exterior stucco friezes representig sun motifs. The site hold a certain mystery and appel with a wonderful landscape surrounded by ceiba trees. Schedule: Daily 8:00 to 17:00 hrs.

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Bacalar lagoon is almost 60 kilometer long from Kah Uchben in the north to Xul-Ha in the south. It is the second longest lagoon in the country, after the Chapala lagoon, which is about 80 kilometers long. Bacalar is the entrance to a enormous river system in southern Quintana Roo. To the north, Bacalar lagoon is connected through water labyrinths with other lagoons such as Guerrero and Chile Verde. To the south, the lagoon is connected to the RĂ­o Hondo. In the past centuries the lagoon was part of a trade route. Until the mid-twentieth century logging camps in the north end of the lagoon used it as a major trasportation route for native goods to get to Chetumal. In previous centuries the English pirates penetrated from Belize in search of valuable logwood (also called Palo de Campeche). That is why the Fort San Felipe was built in here to defend the town against pirates. For the visitor, this massive water system offers unique opportunities for leisure and adventures. You can rent a boat to travel on the lake, or to explore the mangroves in a kayak. In the Uchben Kah park there are guided tours to learn about the native flora and fauna. Schedule: Daily 8:00 to 17:00 hrs.

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Bacalar Is Located 25 Miles North Of Chetumal and the magic of the village sneaks up on unsuspecting visitors and engulfs them slowly. By itself, it is a town possessing all the features to be named a Magic Town, a title it received in 2006. It was founded in the year 435 A.D. as a Mayan village named Bakhalal Siyancaan. After the fierce war of conquest in the Yucatan Peninsula, Don Gaspar Pacheco refounded the village with the name of “Villa de Salamanca de Bacalar” in 1544. The city wealth made it a target of pirates it was attacked so often that on 1652 the town almost disappears. Later, the place had a prominent place in the Caste War. Although throughout the 20th century the size and population of the town increased, Bacalar still has a very nice provincial atmosphere with its colonial architecture and history that interweave with the blue turquoise waters of the lagoon with the same name. Its cuisine is a combination of Yucatecan and Belizean cuisine, some of the most representative dishes are: "rice and beans" cooked with coconut oil; tamales de xpelón (sort of bean tamales), the sotobichay, a tamale Chaya (tamales prepared with a leaf called chaya, a plant of the region), the tikinxic, fish marinated in achiote mixture, bread and lobster shark.

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Every August, the town of Bacalar celebrates San Joaquín, its patron saint. For nine consecutive days, different neighborhoods host festive celebrations. Visitors are welcome and should definitely join the fun—expect plenty of food, music, dancing, performances of all sorts, and a three-day hydroplane race, among other things. This lagoon of shallow waters and soft sand, also called “of the seven colors”, is the area’s main attraction. This lake is part of a lagoon system of approximately 55 kilometers long. Inside the lagoon there are areas with some deep pools full of limestone formations ranging from gentle slopes to small cannons and real walls, this is a unique show for diving enthusiasts. It is an excellent place to practice water sports, especially in the south where there are several channels and a small inlet called Chaak River. There are small springs ideal for swimming, jet skis or kayaks. The relaxed atmosphere invites you to explere Bacalar. Among the attractions are: The Main Square, located in the upper side of the village. Take a stroll along the Main Square while admiring its central kiosk and breathing in the fresh atmosphere of its gardens. At night, locals and visitors dance at the rhythm of the danzon, and handcrafts and local dishes can be found in the surrounding areas.


The House of Culture, is located in a 19th century building and offers workshops in dance, poetry, theater and crafts. The Parish of San Joaquin, at the downtown area, is an 18th century colonial-style building. Inside you can see murals representing the story of the Caste War. The Writers’ International House, opened in 1990 aims to provide comfortably space to writers, poets and creative artists, both local and foreign. It has five spacious and comfortable bungalows and beautiful gardens. It has hosted major events such as the First National Meeting of Film Writers and the First International Diploma for Writers.

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The Fort of San Felipe, founded in 1729 to protect the locals from repeated attacks from pirates. The fort was constructed out of limestone, which is abundant in the area. It was surrounded by a 13-feet deep moat. To dissuade would-be attackers from attempting to jump in and swim the moat, sharp stakes were concealed beneath its waters. During the Caste War, Mayan rebels left it in ruins. In 1938 the star-shaped stone edifice has been restored to its former glory, and boasts with beautiful gardens, murals, and the Pirates Museum. This is a modern museum with exhibits on the history of the area, including details on the pirates who regularly attacked these shores with scale boats, maps and historical pieces. Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00 to 20:00 hrs.


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Located 2.5 miles from Bacalar’s downtown. It’s profound blue abyss, which connects with the Bacalar Lagoon, has a special charm. It is said to be the widest cenote in Mexico, measuring up to 300 meters (900 feet) across (it’s elliptical); beside it is 150 meters (450 feet) deep, with crystalline blue water, and it is considered the deepest cenote in the world. The deep blue waters are enhanced by the deep green tone of the mangroves and reed beds surrounding the cenote.. The Cenote Azul de Bacalar, Quintana Roo, is a must place for divers who visit the region represents a real challenge because of its great depth and special features. It doesn’t has spectacular visibility, but offers intricate maze of roots and trunks intertwined and overlapping, holes of various sizes and rock formations on the walls. We recommend you go with an expert since there are many caverns and is easy to get lost. The cenote is also suitable for swimming and canoeing. On the shore there is a restaurant famous for its seafood.

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The park covers 90 hectares on the northern shore of Lake Bacalar. It is designed for the practice of hiking and mountain biking in the jungle. One can also take a guided kayak tour along the creeks, which are slow-moving tributaries from the lagoon and watch the fauna, including birds, deer, tapirs and crocodiles. There is a night version of this tour in which each traveler with a lamp on his head can watch alligators on the shore of the lagoon. This is a location where history meets nature. You will arrive to discover the history of the town as told in the old hamlets. Walk the road of the town towards the museum of chewing gum and mahogany wood, where you can learn about the history, customs and occupations of the town's natives. The park’s facilities have been adapted for a restaurant, store, bathrooms, dressing rooms, showers, snorkeling equipment rental, and ATM. Marvel at the wild tropical orchid garden. There are also camping areas and sections of the coast for aquatic recreations.


Settlement by the Maya at the site is estimated at 200 BC. It is the largest settlement so far detected in the lakes region. The remains of the archaeological complex covers about 70 hectares. When you arrive at the site entrance, Edificio 24 at the West Side of Plaza B is the first structure that you see. Then is The Ways Group, probably a residence for the leading group. Inside it you can see low masonry platforms, which may have supported rooms with perishable materials. Group II has not been excavated, but due to the magnitude of its buildings, and its distribution pattern, it is very likely that its function was for administrative and habitation activities. Two stelae have been recovered with hieroglyphic inscriptions that show practically illegible texts, so it can only be assumed that Chacchoben was a main site linked to a regional capital within the Petén area, judging by the buildings’ architectural style. One of the most important complexes is El Gran Basamento (The Great Base), containing five buildings.On one of the ascending staircases you will observe Structure I with Mayan calendar dates. Schedule: Daily 8:00 to 17:00 hrs. Chacchoben is important due to its flora and fauna, which are an added appeal to the archaeological factor. Toucans and songbirds are present, as well as white cedars, mahogany, fig trees, pepper trees, zapote, ramones, chacas and corozo.

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It has an area of about 30 square kilometers. Its origins date back to the pre-classic period, around the year 250 BC. It is one of the most monumental sites in southern Quintana Roo, it has exceptionally massive structures, one is up to 40 meters high. It seams to ensure that it was one of the major political centers of the region in the early times. The site consists of three large structures and a series of smaller buildings most of which still remains unexplored. The Main Group consists in three big bases, all located on each of the corners of the large square. It is anticipated that this archaeological site will be open to public in the near future.


Furthermore, due to its tropical environment crystalline waters always have a pleasant temperature. Diving enthusiasts can find a myriad of amazing coral formations and a rich marine life.

Picturesque village ideal for water sports, a real tropical paradise with shallow water protected by a reef wall, where you can find from snappers to lobsters. North of the lighthouse is the Costa Maya Pier, designed specifically to receive cruise ships. Today it has become the second largest cruise port in the country. In the waterfront there is a magnificent shopping center. South of the lighthouse there are shops, restaurants, hotels and beach clubs. There are lodging options for every budget, from cabins to sophisticated luxury apartments. There is also the gorgeous beach with crystal-clear waters, a natural pool since there is a reef barrier just in front.

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It is located north of Mahahual. Nice lonely stretch of beach, with a restaurant and you can rent kayaks. This is a good place for camping. 16


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It is one of the last pristine beaches in the Caribbean with the unique charm of a relaxed and calm atmosphere for those who love the nature. In Xcalak is located the Zaragoza channel, an artificial waterway between the Caribbean Sea and the Bay of Chetumal. A fishing village with delightful beaches, which has become a haven for diving enthusiasts. It has small hotels and is a beautiful place for biking. An important seabird and wading bird-nesting colony is located a short distance offshore in La Aguada a place with mangrove vegetation. The area doesn’t have much beach but makes up for it with world-class fly-fishing, great snorkeling and diving, and a healthy coral reef and lagoon. You can fish sawfish, mackerel, tuna, barracuda, grouper and tarpon all year long, and from April to June you can find dorado, marlin and sailfish. The Parque Nacional Arrecifes de Xcalak (Xcalak Reef National Park) was established at the end of 2003, affording protection to the coastal ecosystem. The park spans nearly 18,000 hectares (44,479 acres), from the Belize border to well north of town, and includes the reef—and everything else down to 100 meters (328 feet)—as well as the shoreline and numerous inland lagoons. The park is a paradise for diving enthusiasts for its unparalleled biodiversity. The shallow waters keep boat traffic to a minimum, and anglers are good about steering clear of snorkelers. Eight miles south is Rio Huach, which is also part of the ecological park of Xcalak. © 2013 All rights reserved. Contents can not be reproduced for commercial purposes.

Punta Herrero, is located at the southern end of the Espíritu Santo Bay. This is a place for people who are seeking a tranquil environment and direct contact with nature with beautiful pristine beaches. Camping here is a unique experience, you can enjoy the beach and watch the diverse birds of the region, and sleep under a clear and starry night sky. You can experience the channels and mangroves in a kayak, or you can snorkel in the coral reefs. Sport fishing is also available, offering catches such as tarpon, snook, bonefish, barracuda and lobster, among other species. There is a cooperative called "Los Lancheros de la Bahía", offering rides and fishing trips. You can also enjoy the regional dishes based on fish and seafood, especially the famous lobster. You can reach Punta Herrero thrue the road Majahual-Uvero, or by boat from Punta Allen.


The Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve is 20 minutes from Majahual by boat. The atoll covers about 500 square miles, it is the largest in Mexico and the second largest in the world. There is a 60 feet thick coral reef around the atoll completely submerged. The atoll is most taken up by a lagon of crystal-clear water that is 3 to 25 feet deep and three keys areas: Cayo Norte, Cayo Centro and Cayo Lobos. On the windward side of the banks, there are a variety of wrecks from all time periods, so it has become a maritime museum with 68 recorded archaeological sites. Several ships have run aground in the last 500 years, like Spanish and British galleons of the 16th and 17th centuries. On the reefs, divers and snorkelers may see a diverse variety of coral like elkhorn, staghorn, bran, star, and soft corals, as well as hundreds of colorful fish, turtles, even dolphins and sharks living in the protection of the reef. There are fishermen stilt houses in the Cayo Central, the largest and most central of the cays, which are used as temporary camps of tourists coming to take photographs, to film or just swim among these beautiful corals.

It is a marine region that stretches over 1,000 km from Isla Contoy at the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula down to Belize , Guatemala and Honduras. The Great Barrier Reef is the largest in the Atlantic Ocean and the second largest in the world, with a lenght of 600 miles. More than just a barrier reef, is an intricate system biodiversity spot with over 500 varieties of fish, 350 species of molluscs, and 65 species of corals. The reef system is also the habitat of one of the world's largest populations of manatees, estimated between 1,000 and 1,500 individuals.

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Costa Maya is one of the best places in the world for this exciting sport. With its clear waters and its rich biodiversity is easy to found snapper, amberjack, yellowfin tuna, striped marlin, sail fish, wahoo, mahi-mahi, rooster fish, striped marlin, grouper, among others. It is important to mention that in Mexico we are proud to show that we spearfish only while using free diving techniques as it is illegal here to spearfish while using scuba equipment. In addition, all fish caught are eaten or donated. For those in search of a duel with a magnificent marlin, sailfish or dorado, sportsfishing excursions can be arranged from Majahual and Xcalak. During the off-season, spearfishing yields a catch of nassau grouper, black grouper, black jewfish, yellowfin. In Chinchorro, the local fishermen hand harvest the spiny lobster in the reefs. A new modality is spearfishing, which is somewhat similar to hunting.

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Swimming - Along the Hondo River at El Palmar there is a good place to swim as well as the shoreline of the Bacalar Lagoon. Other - windsurfing, canoeing, waterskiing, rowing, and sailing can be enjoyed along the shoreline of Bacalar Lagoon.


Its depth, high level of development, coral density, and the extraordinary beauty of its formations are some of the characteristics of the coral reef located just 400 yards off shore. Water depth inside the shallow reef is 6-30 feet (meter), with depths on the outer barrier reef ranging from 30 to over 200 feet. There are a lot of sloping walls and second-step walls, allowing divers to choose their own profiles. While the wall goes down below 1,000 feet, some of the best reefs and fish life are in 50 feet of water or less. Visibility varies with weather conditions but is generally between 60 to 100+ feet. Diving the Barrier Reef is year-round, but summer months are better since generally have light winds and provide optimal sea conditions; during winter, occasional northerners blow in. which can affect the diving for a few days. The water temperatures range from the upper 70s in the winter to as high as 85ºF in the summer. Night dive is an exciting thing to do. Octopus, eels, stingrays, lobsters, and more to see while diving at night in Costa Maya. More than 50 vessels have run aground on the reefs of the Chinchorro coral atoll and expert divers can find their remains. Some of the recommended places are Copper Clad Wreck, Cuarenta Cañones, and Fire Star Wreck. Diving in clear fresh water, into the underground tunnels and cavities that empty into the lagoons and the Caribbean, is a unique experience but you have to be a qualified cave diver. An excellent place to dive is the Cenote Azul.

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Snorkeling is possible along the coastline, and near Chinchorro. Punta Placer's coral garden is cosidered one of the best snorkel sites on the Costa Maya with amazing coral formations and a lot of colorful fish, where it is not uncommon to see large schools.

Fans can navigate the Hondo River and the canals twisting between the mangroves at Estero Franco. You can also enjoy the calm waters of the spectacular Bacalar Lagoon. You can watch the crystal clear waters of the Caribben in a 2-person transparent kayak, you just have to look down to view the coral formations and the colorful fish.

This is the ultimate fun in Costa Maya. The excusion will guide you to secluded areas on the Costa Maya coast, small villages, and beautiful places to watch birds and the regional fauna.

There are almost as many species as in all of Europe. The lagoons along the Costa Maya, in the Sian Ka'an, and in the Bacalar-Chetumal Bay area are good birding areas.

From April to September the shoreline of Majahual become a nest area for sea turtles.

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El Uvero

Altos de Sevilla

16 Bahía

Dzibanché

City

MEXICO

Cayo Centro

186

Chetumal

MEXICO

186

Nicolás Bravo

Corozal

Kohunlich

La Aguada Sarteneja

Cayo Norte

Majahual

Bacalar de Cenote Azul Oxtankah Chetumal Comitán de las flores Calderitas

Kinichná

El Cedral

Chicaná

Punta Herradura Río Huach h Cayo Blackford

Reserva de la Biosfera Calakmul

Tres Garantías

Cayo Lobos

Banco Chinchorro

Alvaro Obregon Xcalak

Cenote del Cocodrilo Dorado

Orange Walk

Tomás Garrido Justo Sierra

l zu oA Rí

Maachtún Dos Lagunas

La Unión

Arroyo Negro

Alton-Ha

Arrecife de Corales

Guatemala Uaxactún

C a r i b e

El Placer Río ío Indio

La Libertad Zoh-Laguna

M a r

MEXICO

307

Reserva de la Biosfera Calakmul

Punta Pajaritos

Laguna Nonbec

MEXICO

Lázaro Cardenas

Celarain

Cayo Culebras

184

Quintana Roo

Cozumel

Laguna Azul

MEXICO

MEXICO

El Naranjal

Molas

Tulúm

y Chunyaxché

Laguna Chinchancanabb Laguna Esmeralda José Ma. Candelaria Morelos Kankab-Chen

San Miguel

Akumal

Xcacel

Tankanah

Parque Nacional de Quintana Roo

San Silverio

T Tepich

Peto

Xpu-Há

Kantenah

Actúnn Chen

Chan Chén

MEXICO

Calica Puerto Paamul u Aventuras

Chichén Itza

Sotuta

Punta Betee

Playa del Carmen

Valladolid

Ticul

Punta Nizuc

Playa del Secreto

San Andrés

Uman

Uxmal

Punta nt Cancún

Morelos

Cansahcab

Motul

Isla Isla Blanca Mujeres

Chiquila

Dzilam de Bravo

Puerto Progreso

Isla Contoy

Boca Iglesiaa

Camping Airport Handcrafts Diving Shopping Mall Sinkholes Cruise Ship Snorquel Colonial Building Lighthouse Ferry Gas Station Hotel Kayak Marina Small Pyramids Museum Swimming Shipwreck Bird Watching Plants Watching Turtle Watching Boat Ride Fishing Cabin Rental Restaurant Medical Services Bus Terminal Trailer Park Grocery Store Archeology Site

Ladyville

Bermudian Landing

Belize

La Democracia

Belmopan Tikal

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Belize

Islas Turneffe

Arrecife del Faro

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Km

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