Located just south of Cancun, the Mayan Riviera is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Mexico due to its luxurious pearl white sand beaches, tropical setting and deluxe resorts. Netholidays.ca offers the best cheap Mayan Riviera vacations, vacation packages and flights, browse all that the Mayan Rivera has to offer now!
Things to Do on Mayan Riviera Vacations
Beaches
The Mayan Riviera features a long stretch of coast dotted with beautiful palm covered beaches where vacationers can venture into the clear, warm blue water or simply lie back and enjoy the serenity.
Activities
A wide variety of watersports and activities can be found in the Mayan Riviera – many of which are included in top all-inclusive Mayan Riviera vacations. Go surfing, snorkeling or diving in the second largest coral reef in the world, swim with dolphins, or stay dry and go golfing or pamper yourself at one of the local spas. Whether you are single or are going on one of Netholidays.ca’s Mayan Riviera family vacations, you will never run out of things to do.
Shopping
There is a multitude of cute shops, boutiques and local vendors that can be found just a short drive from the Mayan Riviera in Playa del Carmen. Some favorite local crafts and wares include beautiful wraps and hammocks, pottery and dishware, and silver and pewter jewelry.
Sightseeing
The Mayan Riviera has a wealth of ancient history that can be experienced firsthand on Mayan Riviera vacations. You can go back in time and visit the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum and Chitzen Itza, go scuba diving or snorkeling in Cozumel, or find incredible thrills at Xcaret and Xel-ha water parks which have lagoons protected from the open waters with snorkeling and cave diving.
Restaurants and Nightlife
There are many restaurants, discos and live entertainment options at the wonderful resorts in the Mayan Riviera, but travel to Playa del Carmen for a larger variety where you can find the world famous Senor Frogs and a larger number of night loving partiers.
Things to Know
Flying time to the Mayan Riviera from:
Toronto: About 4 hours
Montreal: About 5 hours
Calgary: About 5 hours
Vancouver: About 5 ½ hours
Language: Spanish
Currency: Mexican peso, but U.S. currency is widely accepted
Climate: Sub-tropical with average temperatures of 25° C (77° F)
Electricity: Same as in Canada and the U.S.
Documents: Canadian citizens taking vacations to the Mayan Riviera require a valid passport or birth certificate and government issued photo ID. All other nationalities going on Mayan Riviera vacations please consult a vacation specialist or the Mexican consulate.
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