Riviera Maya

Playa del Carmen is located around 50 miles south of Cancun, in the Yucatan Peninsula, South-east of Mexico.

It is a nice holiday town on the caribbean which has retained its local charms. The closest airport is Cancun from which we can organize transfers, unless you wish to travel on the very comfortable Riviera bus from the airport to Playa centre. In low season 50,000 people live in Playa, this rises to 100,000 around Christmas and in August.

Playa del Carmen is famous for its white sandy beaches and turquoise waters. The pedestrian walkways are animated night and day with colourful shops, bars and restaurants emanating tastes, smells and sounds of happy people. The clear caribbean waters combined with the incredible underground river system, the Cenotes, makes Playa a unique diving destination.

The best seasons are between February and July. August is fairly hot (over a 100fF), from September to November you could spend a few days in the rain, and for those who like moderate heat (77fF day time and 68fF night time) will prefer coming from December to February. Humidity is always relatively high, between 35% and ... 95% on some days in September... and the ocean is generally 87fF and the Cenote waters 80fF in August, and 80F in the ocean and 77fF in the Cenotes in January.

Time is GMT+5.

Exchange rate is between 10 to 10.5 pesos to a dollar.

Cozumel

Mexico's Isla Cozumel (or Cozumel Island) derives its name from the Mayans who believed the island to be a sacred shrine.

In Maya, Cuzamil translates to "land of the swallows," a reflection of the indigenous birds that grace the landscape.

Spanish explorer Juan de Grijalva made a peaceful stop on the island in 1518. The visit was followed a year later by the infamous Hernán Cortés.

The conqueror proceeded to destroy many of the Mayan temples. By the time Cortés left Cozumel, the ancient civilization lie in ruins.

Holbox

Holbox Island is located on the north side of the Yucatan Peninsula. The island is 27 miles(43 km) long, bordered by Cabo Catoche on the east and separated from the mainland by Yalahao Lagoon to the south.
Most of the island's shore is white sandy beach where you can find all types of shells washed up by northern flowing currents.Conch end up on the beach after local divers harvest them for commercial fishing purposes. There are no rocks in the island, which is made entirely of sand and shells (no wonder most inhabitants don't wear shoes). The shallow water ringing Holbox is a light emerald green. You can walk quite far in the shallows, but 3 miles (5 km) out, the water is 12.5 miles (20 km) deep.

Swim with Whale Sharks
(Valid from May to September) Early Pick Up, fast boat to HolBox Island,Breakfast on the way, soft drinks & beers, several hours swimming with whale sharks guide and equipment provided, fish barbecue on the beach.
Guided tour: Price 200 USD p/p
(If there is less than 4 Pax booked the tour is canceled)