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Morelos
Cancun,
Puerto Morelos,
Playa del Carmen and Mayan Riviera
Frequent Asked Questions (FAQ'S)
Puerto Morelos
Puerto Morelos is a friendly, laid-back fishing village located only 35km from Cancun. The bohemian, tranquil atmosphere attracts people from all over the world, many of whom have chosen to make it their home. You will be seduced but its natural beauty and charm which transport you a million miles away from the glitz and glamour of Cancun.
Puerto Morelos hotels
Puerto Morelos hotels range from guest houses offering bed and breakfast facilities to deluxe and all-inclusive hotels. The spa hotels in the area offer all kinds of exotic treatments for those of us that are after a bit of pampering. We have a selection of Puerto Morelos hotels here for you
Restaurants in Puerto Morelos
The restaurants in Puerto Morelos are a real delight. During the day you can savour freshly caught fish and seafood at one of the many beachfront restaurants – a treat not to be missed.
In the evening you have a choice of many restaurants, cafes and diners dotted around the town square or within a short walk from there. Take your pick – Thai, Italian, Mexican – just take a seat and soak up the friendly laid back atmosphere.
Things to do in Puerto Morelos
There is no shortage of things to do in Puerto Morelos. The coast is part of the National Marine Park making it ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling. If fishing is your passion then this is the place for you – you will be sure of a prize catch!
Adventure lovers need look no further with an abundance of ecotourism excursions where you can book tours to go on quadbikes or mountain bikes and zipline through the jungle, explore the cenotes and get to know the local wildlife. You will be guaranteed an action packed day!
Puerto Morelos has it all! Come and enjoy!
Puerto Morelos Hotels
Luxury
- Ceiba del Mar Spa Resort
- Paraiso de la Bonita Resort & Thalasso
- Excellence Riviera Cancun
- Paradisus Riviera Cancun Resort
- El Dorado Royale Phone:
5 Star
- Hotel Marina El Cid & Spa
- Azul Hotel Beach Resort
- Desire Resort & Spa (Only Adults/Only Couples/Optional Clothing)
Small Hotels
- Caribbean Reef Villas Phone:
- Hacienda Morelos Phone:
- Posada Amor Phone:
- Villas Latinas Phone:
- Suites Arrecifes Phone:
- Hotel Eden Phone:
- Ojo de Agua Phone:
Restaurants in Puerto Morelos
Doña Trini’s Phone: 52 (998) 214 78 01
Hola Asia Phone: 52 (998) 271 06 79
Pelicanos Phone: 52 (998) 871 00 14
Spaghettina / Gioconda Phone: 52 (998) 871 05 73
John Grey’s Kitchen Phone: 52 (998) 871 06 65
Bodo’s Phone: 52 (998) 871 04 49
La Canoa (Paraiso de la Bonita) Phone: 52 (998) 872 83 00
La Marina (El Cid) Phone: 52 (998) 872 89 99
Xtabay (Ceiba del Mar) Phone: 52 (998) 872 80 60
La Marina ( El Cid) Phone: 52 (998) 872 89 99
Cafe d’ Amancia Phone: 52 (998) 206 92 42
El Pirata
Le Marlin Bleu
L’Oazis
Cantina Habanero
David Lau’s
Los Gauchos
Taninos
Mama’s Bakery
Activities in Puerto Morelos
There is no shortage of things to do in Puerto Morelos. The coast is part of the National Marine Park making it ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling. If fishing is your passion then this is the place for you – you will be sure of a prize catch!
Adventure lovers need look no further with an abundance of ecotourism excursions where you can book tours to go on quadbikes or mountain bikes and zipline through the jungle, explore the cenotes and get to know the local wildlife.
Snorkeling in Puerto
Morelos
Snorkeling in Puertos Morelos is very popular. The reef is so close to
the shore that it forms a natural barrier for the town and keeps the
waters really calm and shallow making. Stringent environmental
regulations have kept this part of the reef unspoilt. Only tour
operators that adhere to the guidelines are allowed to offer snorkel
trips here.
Scuba Diving in Puerto
Morelos
Within the Marine Park there are many great opportunies for scuba diving
in Puerto Morelos. There was a ship donated by the Mexican Army which
they sank in October 2008 to provide an artificial reef. The ship can
now be found 30 meters deep in the ocean and is completely covered in
corals, sponges and a plethora of colourful sea creatures.
Ecotourism in Puerto
Morelos
Selvatica, is a must do for adventure lovers. It is an ecopark with over
330 acres of jungle offering something for everyone, from 6 to 96 year
olds. You choose from a variety of adventures combining different
zipline or high rope courses, mountain–biking to magical open “cenotes”
(sinkholes), driving army trucks to natural caverns, snorkeling in the
reef, horseback riding into the ocean among other exciting activities.
Call them to book in advance how you want to spend your fun-packed day!
Crococun
Two kilometres north of Puerto Morelos you will find Crococun. Crococun
it is a great place to see the local wildlife. Venture into jungle and
confront the prehistoric crocodiles, the rulers of this sacred land, and
witness their unpredictable personalities. During your visit you will
encounter friendly monkeys, a variety of snakes and other exciting
surprises.
Children will love it here! You can get a guide to take you around and teach you all about the species. You even get to hold small crocodiles, monkeys, boas and parrots, and stroke a baby deer.
Fishing in Puerto Morelos
Puerto Morelos is famous for its spectacular fishing. At the end of May the International Fishing Tournament is held here.
The Cenote Trail
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Chac Mool (Claw of
the Jaguar)
Location: 22 km south of Playa Del Carmen – almost opposite Puerto Aventuras.
There are two cenotes with beautiful views of the jungle from inside
Open: 10-5 daily
Facilities: Bathrooms & Restaurant
Snorkeling: Yes
Entrance Fee: Yes
Ponderosa (El Eden)
Location: 3 km south of Puerto Aventuras.
The Coral Cenote has a large island in the center and is exceptionally beautiful
Open: 10-5 daily
Facilities: Bathrooms
Swimming: Very easy access with a tree that can be climbed to jump into the cenote
Snorkeling: Excellent. One of the most popular snorkeling sites with unlimited visibility. You will find a wide variety of fish, eels, turtles & aquatic plant life.
Entrance Fee: $5 US.
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Chikin Ha
Location: 5 km south of Puerto Aventuras just before Xpu-Ha and opposite the Barcelo Maya Hotel. It is quite a long way down a bumpy road
A footpath through the jungle will take you to a group of cenotes – one is big & almost dry with lots of fossils.
Facilities: None
Swimming: You can swim through tunnel to underground air chamber
Entrance Fee: Yes
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Kantun Chi
Location: Just past Chikin Ha Cenote.
There are four cenotes (Kantun Chi, Zaskaleen, Uchil Ha, Zazil Ha) along a series of light jungle trails. The most remote one has an ancient looking Mayan temple next to it.
Facilities: Restaurant, bike rentals, horseback riding, small zoo
Swimming: Not very inviting
Snorkeling: Yes. Rental equipment available.
Entrance Fee: $10 US.
Cristalino
Location: Just past Kantun Chi
Beautiful but very primitive & never crowded. Mainly visited by the local people
Facilities: None.
Swimming: You can dive into the cenote from a tall ledge.
Entrance Fee: 25 pesos
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Azul
Location: Just past Cristalino Cenote/Close to highway.
Situated in a light jungle setting with more open air and sunlight than Kantun Chi, which creates more algae.
Facilities: Snackbar.
Entrance Fee: 30 pesos.
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Taj Mahal
Location: 26 km south of Playa Del Carmen/5 km south of Puerto Aventuras/Just south of Xpu-Ha.
Description: 4 interconnecting cenotes.
Open: 10-6 daily
Facilities: Bathrooms, Restaurant.
Snorkeling: Need to be an advanced swimmer as you need to swim 5 m underwater under a rock wall before you come into a large open cave that has light shining through from above
Entrance Fee: 40 pesos.
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Dos Ojos (Hidden
Worlds)
Location: 48 km south of Playa Del Carmen south of Xel-Ha on the right. Then 4 km down a dirt road.
This is part of the Nohoch Nah Chich cave system was the location of filming for Imax Journey into Amazing Caves documentary.
Open: 10-5 daily
Facilities: Bathrooms, restaurant.
Snorkeling: Superb snorkeling with stalactites & stalagmites everywhere
Entrance Fee: $10 US/$25-40 US for snorkel tours.
Temple of Doom (Calavera/Skull)
Location: 2 km from Tulum on road to Coba on right down a very rugged jungle path
There are three holes in the ground – one is 30 ft & two are 4 ft in diameter – creating the shape of a skull, hence the name
Facilities: None
Swimming: Great for swimming with a 10 ft drop down into the cenote. There is a rope swing & a ladder
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Gran (Sac Aktun/White
Water)
Location: 5 km from Tulum on road to Coba on right.
Ladder steps lead to half moon shaped cenote decorated with small passages & openings. One of most popular sites as it is good for all ages as it is shallow on one side. It is famous for brilliant speleothem decorations & crystal clear water.
Open: 10-5 Daily
Facilities: Bathrooms
Snorkeling: Fun. Fantastic. Spectacular. Paradise.
Entrance Fee: 50 pesos.
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Cristal (Naharon)
Location: 4 km south of Tulum on right.
Facilities: Bathrooms
Swimming: Great
Snorkeling: Great
Entrance Fee: Yes. Includes entrance to Escondido across the street.
Escondido (Mayan Blue)
Location: 4 km south of Tulum on left/Across from Cristal Cenote/2 km walk in Jungle.
This place is one of the least known and really beautiful and secluded.
Facilities: Bathrooms
Swimming: Good
Snorkeling: Good
Entrance Fee: Included in Cristal entrance free.
E-mail:
infocancunriviera@prodigy.net.mx
Address: Calle Nogal Mza 16 Lote 1 Local 3 Smza 43. C.P. 77506.
Cancún, Q. Roo. México.
Telephone: From USA and Canada: 011 52 (998) 848 17 80
From Mexico: 01 (998) 848 17 80
International: 52 (998) 848 17 80
Fax: (52-998) 848 14 83