Local transportation in the Riviera Maya area includes taxis, buses, and shuttles from some resorts. Cancun International Airport serves over 10 million passengers annually and is located 31 miles from Playa del Carmen and 70 miles from Tulum. While Spanish is the primary language, English is widely spoken in tourist areas. The region offers many outdoor adventures including snorkeling, fishing, swimming with dolphins, visiting Mayan ruins, zip lining, ATV rides, golfing, and tours of popular sites like Chichen Itza, Xel-Ha, and Coba.

1. Transportation
From the Cancun Airport, travellers can rent a car.
Some resorts also offer a shuttle service.
Local transportation in the area includes taxi as
well as frequent bus service.
Cancun International Airport
Cancun International Airport is the second-largest To Plan Your Sun Va-
airport in Mexico and serves more than10 million
passengers per year. The airport is located 31 cation, Call:
miles from Playa del Carmen and 70 miles from
Tulum.
Krystle Robinson
Currency Adventure Travel Inc.
The official Currency is the Mexican Peso, but The Pas, Manitoba
American Dollars are accepted in most places. The
exchange rate is around $10 pesos per dollar.
(204) 623-1000
Language
Spanish is the primary language spoken in Mexico,
although English is widely-spoken in the tourist
area.
Time Zone
The Riviera Maya is in the Central time Zone.
Additional Information
Canadian travellers require a valid Canadian pass-
port to enter Mexico
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All Canadians travelling by air or land will com-
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first port of entry.

2. The Riviera Maya is an outdoor playground for ad- Authentic eco-adventures await you in Riviera Maya!
La Riviera Maya, is located in the north-east cost
venture lovers! There is plenty to see and do for all Known as the gateway to the Mayan world, this re-
of the Yucatan Peninsula in the state of Quintana
ages and travellers. gion offers amazing excursions, making it the top
Roo, México. All year round you can expect sun and
tourist destination in Mexico!
warm weather with an average temperature high of
Activities Include:
30°C or 86 °F. the highest temperatures are regis-
tered on May and September when temperatures  Snorkelling
XCARET Ecological Theme Park
can reach 32°C, 90 °F.. There are also two rainy  Deep sea fishing Swim in underground rivers, or with
seasons during October to January and April to July;  Swim with dolphins dolphins, watch the “Mexico Spectacu-
however they can be a great refresher during the  Visiting local ruins lar” Show, see flora & fauna; A place
heat of the day. where exhibitions, nature and culture
 Zip-lining
 ATV adventures come together. Visit: www.xcaret.com
At the center of the Riviera Maya, you will discover
the small town of Playa del Carmen. The once  Golfing
sleepy village is vibrant and offers plenty to see and Chichen Itza Tour
do, including miles of sandy, palm lined beaches. One of the new 7 Wonders of the World
Playa also boasts fine dining, great nightlife and and the UNESCO World Heritage Site,
shopping. Chichen Itza is the most famous & fre-
quently visited archaeological Mayan site in the Rivi-
Here you will find a host of over 250 resorts and era. Visit: http://www.chichenitza-tour.com/
hotels to suit every taste and budget, allowing you
to enjoy marvellous beaches by day and great night-
life in the evening. Xel-Ha Ecological Park
Xel-Ha is home to the most beautiful
natural aquarium in the world and is
playground for nature lovers. Explore
mangroves, snorkel or swim in the nat-
ural cenotes. Xel-Ha is a natural won-
der of Mexico. Visit: www.xelha.com
Coba Tour
Coba is a Mayan site located in the
jungle. Walk among the archaeological
temples and discover the ancient Ma-
yan civilizations.
Visit: http://mayasites.com/coba.html
The low tropical jungle of Riviera Maya and many
natural cenotes, combined with breathtaking Carib-
bean coastline, make the Riviera Maya the perfect
place to explore, discover and relax.
In addition to endless activities available to do, sev-
eral tours and excursions provide travellers with
once in a lifetime experience and a memorable vaca-
tion.