Excursions
Go beyond the dancefloor and experience a Cancún adventure!
An Adventure Awaits
Ember Shores offers exciting, adventurous, and cultural off-site activities, including trips to Tulum and Mexico’s famous cenotes, catamaran sailing, ancient Tulum ruins tours, and more. Excursions are optional add ons, and transportation to and from the resort is included.
Chichen Itza
Chichen Itza with HALIENE on Saturday!
The classic tour for Maya culture lovers!
Join us on our highly sought-after Chichen Itza excursion, where you’ll have the unique opportunity to explore this ancient Maya city with the expert guidance of our tour guides. And, there’s a special treat – you’ll get to experience the excursion with Ember Shores artist, HALIENE!
Throughout the tour, you’ll be led to the most iconic landmarks of Chichen Itza, gaining insights into the rich Maya history and heritage. Afterward, we’ll treat you to a delightful lunch buffet at a restaurant renowned for its distinctive ambiance. Here, surrounded by a breathtaking botanical garden and authentic Maya architecture, you can savor a mouthwatering selection of both international and local Yucatecan dishes.
To cap off this incredible day, we’ll take you to a cenote, a natural wonder nestled in the heart of the jungle. Dive into its crystal-clear waters and refresh your senses in the midst of Mother Nature’s beauty. This is a journey that immerses you in Maya culture, offers delectable cuisine, and introduces you to the natural wonders of the Yucatan Peninsula – all in the company of Haliene.
Water Jungle Tour
Hop on your two person speed boat and follow the guide across the Nichupte lagoon. The Water Jungle Tour is Cancun’s signature snorkel tour.
Follow the guide across the Nichupte lagoon, instruction is included and your bi-lingual guide will take you through the various safety signals prior to departure. As you navigate through the winding channels, sit back and enjoy the beauty of nature and look out for the wildlife.
The lagoon is home to many creatures such as leopard frogs, iguanas, white turtles and crabs. It’s a Jungle out there! The Mesoamerican reef is the second largest reef in the world, presenting a variety of places to snorkel in Cancun.
Underwater Museum Snorkeling
Our Snorkel in the Cancun Underwater Museum tour offers a unique snorkel excursion to visit the underwater statues located beside Manchones reef area. There are three MUSA locations in Cancun this tour takes you to the largest. Between the coast of Cancun and Isla Mujeres lies Manchones reef and it is now home to 455 of the statues.
This 5-hour tour provides you with two snorkel experiences, first in the Cancun underwater museum and then we go to Manchones Reef. Both sites are to a depth of 9-11 meters where you will also see the schools of fish, turtles, rays, etc.
The sculptures that you could see in this area include; The Cross of the Bay, Man on Fire, Dream Collector, El Bacab, Anthropocene (VW Car), Silent Evolution (450 statues), Thing Blue (Beetle Car) and The Promise. We will do our utmost to make sure you see the majority (weather and visibility permitting).
Today algae cover these eerie statues as well as polyps of Coral, the plan worked and Cancun is now home to the biggest artificial reef in the world.
Catamaran Sailing
This sailing tour will explore beautiful locations along the Mexican Caribbean and take you snorkeling in its warm waters. We’ll stop at the magnificent Isla Mujeres, where you’ll have the opportunity to walk around the town’s prominent locations or explore the island at your leisure. Recline on the shores, shop at local boutiques, or taste a variety of foods and cultural cuisine.
If you are looking for a relaxing Isla Mujeres catamaran trip and snorkeling adventure rolled into one great tour, this is the perfect option for you.
Deep Sea Fishing
Cancun fishing is now one of the most popular activities in the area. Because of the diverse ego-system there is a huge variety of fish to be found in the surrounding fishing sites. Fishing in Cancun will guarantee you an impressive catch according to the season. During a 6 hour shared fishing charter in Cancun you can catch Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Marlin and even Sailfish, depending on the season.
Hundreds flock to Mexico each year to enjoy some Cancun sport fishing; Sailfish, Marlin and huge Dolphin Fish are just waiting to provide you with a fishing adventure you won’t forget.
Tulum Express
Tulum is the only Mayan vestige facing the sea in Quintana Roo. Tulum is an ancient port of exchange with a 15-meter-high precipice, which guarantees a phenomenal panoramic view of the blue ocean. Immerse yourself in the history of Tulum during an hour of guided tour and 30 min. free time to take photos.
Horseback Riding
Riding horseback down the adventurous Mayan jungle in Cancun, listening and admiring this amazing natural scenery’s stunning flora and fauna beside you… it may sound like something you might dream about – but it’s true. Now you can experience this adventure!
Start out riding through the jungles of the Riviera Maya before swimming in the refreshing, crystal-clear waters of a Cenote. These natural caverns are so impressive that in addition to admiring a magical landscape, you’ll also have the experience of enjoying aquatic Zip Lines.
Extreme Canopy
Your heart will be pounding and the adrenaline flowing as you take flight on the first of 10 World Class Ziplines (the last zipline is for you to decide if you want to finish dry or get soaked in our all new AquaZip!). Then, you’re off to Tarzania, the Zipline Coaster. This is the ultimate jungle ride to unleash your primal Tarzan yell!!
Once your feet are back on the ground it’s time to head farther into the jungle on a Safari Truck ride; your destination is our very own private cenote. This natural water hole is the perfect way to freshen up and play!!
Aquatwister
The fastest jet boat in Cancun! Emotion guaranteed! Comfortably seated and with special safety belts. You and your friends will experience incredible 360º turns at high speed, surprising with its unmatched power brake.
Parasailing
Parasailing at its best! Sit back in comfort and gaze at the impressive sites of the Nichupte lagoon and Cancun hotel zone. Check out the Cancun hotels from way up high as you sit comfortably in the reclined seat of the SkyRider. You can’t imagine the silence and feeling of peace that our Parasailing Cancun activity provides.
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