Cenotes & Sweat Lodges

Today begins your fantastic journey through the vastness of Mexico. Pack your essentials (don't forget your swimsuit and sunscreen) and head out to meet the adventure!

The Ruta de la Cenotes is a 30-kilometre stretch of road, along which are over 20 cenotes that are open to the public. Most cenotes are on community-owned Maya land and are managed by the community, including this one.
Sol y Luna is a beautiful “open” cenote that can be accessed via some wooden steps; for the more adventurous, there’s the option to zipline into the water.
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Hiding in the middle of the tropical jungle, this community-run outdoor spa offers a unique 2.5-hour package that includes a relaxing herbal bath, a clay scrub, and a massage, while listening to the birds chatter in the trees.
It’s not a five-star luxury establishment, but it is authentic, and it’s a wonderful way to experience the sights and sounds of the jungle; you may even be joined by some of the resident spider monkeys.
Note that the “temazcal” (a traditional Mayan steam room) is currently not part of the package due to COVID restrictions; instead, the massage will be longer.
The spa package needs to be booked in advance and paid in cash on arrival. Contact details: official website, +529981052016, or WhatsApp.
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Sandwiched between glitzy Cancún and vibrant Playa del Carmen, the pretty village of Puerto Morelos has a much more laid-back atmosphere than its neighbours. Visiting today, it’s hard to imagine that this place was once a thriving port in the 19th century, exporting hundreds of tons of hardwoods from the jungle, as well as chicle (a natural chewing gum), across the Atlantic to Europe. Although these days its primary economic activity is tourism, it has managed to avoid the rapid growth trajectory of some of the other resorts and retains that “small-town” feel.
With the great Mesoamerican coral reef lying just 500 metres from the shore, it’s also a great place to eat fresh seafood, and this seafront restaurant serves some fantastic dishes. Try the oysters or octopus ceviche; they also do an impressive Bloody Mary, complete with crab claw!
Contact the restaurant to make a reservation: +529988491335, or official website.
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 8.00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.

The village’s “leaning lighthouse” once warned approaching ships of the coral reef, but a replacement lighthouse had to be constructed after this one was damaged by Hurricane Beulah in 1967 (which caused its tilt). Efforts to remove the structure from its current place proved fruitless, as the foundations were strong, and so it still stands, although now solely a tourist attraction, providing a focal point for photographs of the stunning white-sand beach that sits behind it. Also, check out the pelicans “guarding” the wooden pier, waiting for scraps from the local fishermen.
With its shallow, clear blue water, this is a delightful place for a post-lunch swim and some beach time. It’s a public beach, so just find a spot to lay down your towel, away from the fishing boats.

A block away from 5th Ave, right in the heart of the town, this stylish hotel somehow manages to retain a sense of tranquility. The public areas are decorated with lush greenery and there’s a fantastic rooftop infinity pool.
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It’s a pleasant walk across town for a very special dinner experience. Tucked away inside a cave system that lies underneath the town, this unique restaurant has a network of caverns to dine in, complete with stalactites and stalagmites, all beautifully lit up, creating an incredible backdrop. The menu is contemporary Mexican, with some interesting regional specialities, including coffee-crusted tuna steak.
Advance booking is recommended, particularly if you want to dine in one of the private caves. Note that a dress code of “elegant casual” is suggested by the restaurant.
Please book a table online in advance.
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 6:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

If you don’t feel like walking, taxis are plentiful in town. Just flag one down or ask the restaurant to order one for you.
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