| When people mention Cancun, most people would | | | | at this wild refuge in Cancun. In April to August these |
| think of the crystal blue waters and the long sandy | | | | magnificent birds form mud nests along the shallow |
| white beaches as far as the eye can see. However | | | | shoreline. The park itself was built in 1979 and covers |
| there is a whole lot more to discover in Cancun and if | | | | a huge tract of land of over 118,000 acres of all |
| you have the time, indulge in the pleasure of visiting | | | | natural parkland's. This area is home to turtles, |
| the natural parks in Cancun which are preserved in its | | | | jaguars and over 200 different species of birds, a |
| natural state magnificently. Be sure to list the parks | | | | definite eco-tourism area which encases jungle, |
| as a must see destination in your Cancun travel plans | | | | swamps and coastline. Garrafon National Reef Park |
| A Mayan port in the ancient culture was Tulam and | | | | Make some time to wander along throughout |
| still has the Mayan feel about it today, the Temple | | | | Garafon after taking the boat cruise on to Isle |
| named El Castillo stands in protection of the ocean. | | | | Mujeres. This will keep you busy in itself for some |
| You will be amazed by the sheer natural beauty of | | | | time as there is much to see and do here. There |
| the points of Tulam as you observe the sea from | | | | exists here a Mayan temple at Blue Eyes caves and a |
| lofty heights of this wondrous place. | | | | panoramic tower and a bridge to climb up. You can |
| Your next stop after Tulam will have to be Xel-Ha | | | | see many parrots here and ride kayaks with a glass |
| which is in the near vicinity in the Riviera Maya, | | | | bottom view to delight in the views of the sea floor. |
| snorkeling and swimming is the order here as you | | | | If you're feeling adventurous, try bungee jumping and |
| take your time and relax into the tranquil region of | | | | for those who want to investigate the beautiful |
| the coast. There is s a huge floating long bridge inside | | | | corals, go scuba diving. Exploring the habitats of turtle |
| the waters here as a natural draw card to the area. | | | | and swimming with the dolphins are among the main |
| From there; ease into the jungle scene for an | | | | attractions here. |
| adventure in Cancun at Sian Ka'an which is one of the | | | | Get involved in the Natural Park here at Aktun Chen, |
| largest natural reserves in all of Mexico. You can go | | | | there are caves here that are estimated to be at |
| hitchhiking to the tallest lookout tower or take a | | | | least 5million years old. These caves have rivers |
| boat tour that will take you down through the canals | | | | running through them and check out the wildlife living |
| in the reserve an towards the Mayan ruins. This is an | | | | in the outside of the caves. Observe monkeys, wild |
| area of rich history and has plenty to offer on the | | | | boar, deer and many other different animals in their |
| Mayan culture. | | | | natural state. |
| Once again you can go snorkeling and explore | | | | If reptiles are your thing there is a large reptile park |
| underground caves and cenotes, mineral deposits | | | | here to be visited with 15 different species of native |
| here are many centuries old and offer many hours of | | | | snakes. |
| exploration. Many different types of birds reside here | | | | There is 988 acres of untouched wonderland to |
| and they are friendly enough to come down and sit | | | | explore here and you will love the call of the |
| on your shoulder. | | | | monkeys echoing through the jungle. |
| Thousands of pink flamingos call Rio Lagartos home | | | | |