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Jungle Crossing Expedition

Lose your jaded "been there/done that" attitude with Alltournative's Jungle Crossing Expedition.

This fully-packed day includes a kayak adventure in beautiful, tranquil Punta Soliman bay. Here you'll snorkel the Caribbean reef that has made this area so popular, seeing many varieties of tropical fish, coral and sea sponges.

You'll also visit the Mayan community of Rancho San Felipe, entrance to the awe-inspiring Nohoch Nah Chich cenote system, the second-longest underground river system in the world. While swimming in these fresh water caves sacred to the Maya, you'll marvel at the "centuries-in-the-making" stalactite and stalagmite formations and the pristine water clarity.

A trip highlight is the bumpy, raucous ride into the heart of the jungle in the back of Alltournative's Mercedes Benz Unimog 4 x 4 all-terrain vehicle. Hold onto your hat!

Back at Rancho San Felipe, your gracious Mayan hosts will stuff you full of delicious, homemade Yucatecan food. ¡Provecho!

Alltournative Expeditions are very popular excursions and spaces are limited, so booking in advance is highly recommended. Lily-livers need not apply.

Now you can guarantee your spot here online. Fill out the form, pay a 30% refundable deposit, and you're set.

Prices are in US dollars, per person. Fill out the form and hit send. You'll be taken to the PayPal payment page where your 30%, refundable deposit is taken. Once approved, you'll receive a confirmation and more information for your trip. Thanks for booking with Playa.info!

Prices in US dollars
adults
99
age 12 and under
89

Where do I go
for transport?

Alltournative Expeditions arrange for pickup at many Riviera Maya and Cancun area hotels, as well as a number of designated non-hotel pickup locations. You will be advised of your pickup point in a confirmation email.



Alltournative Jungle Crossing Expedition Snorkel Nohoch Nah Chich
Snorkeling in the cool, fresh waters of Nohoch Nah Chich.

Alltournative Jungle Crossing Unique Unimog ride through Jungle
Unimogs: boldly going where few vehicles have gone before!

Alltournative Jungle Crossing Kayaking and snorkeling in Soliman Bay
Sit in the front, you don't have to work as hard!

Alltournative Jungle Crossing Nohoch Nah Chich cenote system snorkeling
Commune with the Mayan gods of the underworld in Nohoch Nah Chich cenote system.

 

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Itinerary

8-9.00 am Pickup at your hotel or a place near you.
9.45 am Arrival at Mayan community Rancho San Felipe, entrance to Nohoch Nah Chich cenote system.
11.00 am Visit "Heaven's Gate," another entrance to Nohoch Nah Chich cenote system, then relax in hammocks.
12:00 pm Homemade lunch at Rancho San Felipe.
1:30 pm Head out of the jungle and head to Punta Soliman Bay.
2.20 pm Arrive at Punta Soliman Bay. Kayak/snorkel tour of Punta Soliman Bay's Caribbean reef.
4.30-5 pm End of expedition.

Notes:

Itinerary times/locations are approximate and subject to slight changes within each tour.

Availability: Daily from Riviera Maya - Mondays and Fridays from Cancun.

Drinks include: Bottled water, fruit juices.

Snacks include: Fresh fruit platters, granola, yogurt.

Lunch includes: Variety of homemade traditional yucatecan dishes, beans, rice, tortillas, and salsas.

What to bring : Comfortable footwear, swim suits, extra t-shirt, towel, camera, and extra cash (for tips, photos, and souvenirs).

Transport: Transportation is included in the price for scheduled pickup points at various hotels in Playa del Carmen and Cancun. Those staying in hotels not within the scheduled pickup boundaries will have to arrange for their own transportation to a pickup point. You will be notified of the closest pickup location with your confirmation email.

Important: This expedition is not recommended for people with severe back problems, any severe physical or motor handicap, serious heart problems, obese people, those who suffer from claustrophobia, or those who do not know how to swim. Children under 6 years, pregnant women, and people under the effects of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to participate in this expedition.

Cancellations: 48 hours notice before your scheduled pickup time is required for cancellation with refund. Cancellations with refund accepted 24 hours before your scheduled pickup time with medical certification only. Since rain in this area is very localized and most of your time is spent in the water, there is no cancellation for rainy weather. Changes to the date of reservation can be made with no extra charge up to 48 hours prior to the expedition.