Things to do in Cancún

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Explore the ancient Maya metropolis of Chichén Itzá

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Delphinus Xel-Há is a dolphin sanctuary and activity park located in the eco-minded tourist resort of Xel-Há, on the Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo, Mexico. The park offers visitors the opportunity to swim with highly trained dolphins in beautiful surroundings, as well as a host of other leisure activities and attractions.

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Swim in underground rivers and cenotes, explore the jungle, and learn about Mexican culture.

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Akumal Monkey Sanctuary & Rescued Animals is an animal conservation and rehabilitation sanctuary located in Akumal, Mexico. The sanctuary cares for around 55 species (~200 animals) and is located roughly seven minute's drive from Akumal beach.

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Jungala Aqua Experience is a water park located in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. This park offers a unique combination of water slides, pools, and wave-riding attractions set amidst lush jungles, beautiful waterfalls, and exotic animals. With its crystal clear waters, high-speed slides, and relaxing lazy river, Jungala Aqua Experience is the perfect place for families and thrill-seekers alike to enjoy an unforgettable day of adventure. Whether you're looking for a relaxing day of swimming and sunbathing, or a wild ride filled with thrills and excitement, Jungala Aqua Experience has something for everyone.

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Xplor Park offers a day of adventure in Riviera Maya, just outside of Mexico's popular resort area of Playa del Carmen. Visitors can ride 14 ziplines above the trees, go on underground river trips, drive on amphibious vehicle trails and more. Ziplines at Xplor Park There are 2.4 miles (3.8 km) of ziplines waiting for you! The highest zipline starts at 45 meters high (that's 13 stories), and there are even ziplines that end with a water landing.

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Teatro Cirque du Soleil is a theater venue that currently hosts Joyà – an 80-minute long resident show by the renowned global performance group, Cirque du Soleil. It is located the Vidanta resort in the Riviera Maya, Mexico, and is the entertainment company's first resident show in Latin America.

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The recently discovered Rio Secreto is an underground river cave full of stalactites and stalagmites that are literally millions of years old. The mineral formations here - and the experience of swim-hiking through them - is truly remarkable.

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Croco Cun Zoo is a zoo and former crocodile sanctuary in Cancún, Mexico. The zoo places a large emphasis on conservation and features a wide array of endangered wildlife species. Visitors are able to interact and get hands-on with some of the animals, including its toothy crocodiles.

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Xoximilco is a Mexican culture and party experience involving live music, drinking, traditional Mexican cuisine and all the maracas and sombreros you can handle! Just 5 minutes from Cancún International Airport, it's a great family day trip on the Maya Riviera.