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Post-Congress Tours

Saturday, August 28, 2004
08:30 - 16:00 hours

Aktun-Chen Caves
Aktun Chen comes from a Mayan word "The cave with a cenote inside". It is located in the beautiful tropical jungle, 107 km from Cancun, between Akumal and Xel-Ha. Before entering the caves, enjoy a walk in the tropical jungle with the exotic wildlife at its best. An easy walk through the caves shows a fantastic formation of stalactites and stalagmites, built five million years ago by water and calcium carbonate.
Rate per person: US$ 70

09:30 - 14:00 hours

Paradise Reef Snorkeling at Maroma
Playa Maroma was rated by the Discovery Channel as the most beautiful beach in Latin America, and is located 15 minutes boat ride from the second largest Reef Barrier in the world by boat. Enjoy a visit to two different extraordinary reefs for snorkeling and explore the breathtaking natural sea landscapes with its hundreds of colourful tropical fish.
Rate per person: US$ 60

07:45 - 19:00 hours

Cozumel Scuba Diving Tour
Situated 42 miles South of Cancun and located in the Yucatan Area which is famous for it's spectacular diversity of underwater life, Cozumel is on the second largest great barrier reef in the world and considered the most attractive diving resort for certified divers. It is also an important cruise ship destination and in 1980, the surrounding waters were decreed a National underwater park.
The tour is accompanied by certified instructors and includes return bus/boat transfers to Cozumel, continental breakfast, two tank dives and lunch at Park Royal Cozumel after diving. Afterwards, enjoy a brief tour to downtown Cozumel before returning to Cancun early evening.
Important notes:

  • Wet suit rental is not included in tour price.
  • Diving certification license must be presented.
  • Minimum of 20 participants required.

Rate per person: US$ 140

Tour to Cuba
2 days / 2 nights tour
Havana is literally crumbling down around its inhabitants with something like 40,000 buildings needing to be demolished or rebuilt. Since the US embargo maintenance and overall appearance have virtually stood still.
Hanging out on the Malecon is a great way to meet the locals, where they come out for the paseo or walk.
The old town centre has had quite a bit of work done, and is pleasant to stroll around and view the restored buildings to their former grandeur. The Capitolo building is worth a visit - this is based on the original US building, but with much more detail. Besides walking around which is very easy to do, pedicabs are available to view the city as well, and are very inexpensive.
The most famous rum distilleries and cigar factories are also a must to visit. Another recommendation is to visit Vinales and Pinar del Rio in the countryside.
American issued credit cards are not accepted - even though the US$ is the main currency!
Rate per person: Further details upon request

NOTE:
All tours include entrance fees as per itinerary and touring in an air-conditioned bus with the service of an English-speaking guide.

Rates for all optional tours are based on a minimum of 38 participants. Changes in routes, departure/arrival times may occur for reasons beyond our control.
Please bring comfortable walking shoes.

 

 

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