Grab your grandchildren fresh out of school and lets head to Akumal, a quaint, low-key, community on the white sandy bay on the Mayan Riviera. Participate and do as much or as little as you like - do it all or simply relax. This camp will include optional side trips to eco-parks, social and cultural exchanges with the local children, ecological education with experiences such as snorkeling, beach walks and turtle talks and walks. In addition, we will offer arts and crafts, games and more optional activities during the days and early evening. We will post more details as they become available.
Dates: June 6 – 13, 2009
Costs: Include rooms, ground transportation, some meals and entrance fees. Airfare is additional. Meal plans are available. Insurance is also available. Costs will vary depending on accommodations and side side trips.
Itinerary is subject to change, these samples are to give you an idea of what to expect.
Saturday June 6
Arrive Cancun. You will be met at the airport by your driver. Akumal is about an hour and a half south of Cancun airport.
You will get settled in your hotel, condo or villa and have some time to get acquainted with Akumal. We recommend you rent a golf cart for the week ($40 per day), and will gladly make those arrangements for you.
Evening – we will enjoy the Akumal 50th Celebrations at the hotel and restaurant.
Sunday June 7
Get to know Akumal. We will meet for a morning walk on Akumal Bay's beautiful long white sandy beach, followed by breakfast. We will head about 2 miles north to Yal Ku Lagoon in the afternoon to snorkel and swim in this protected tropical lagoon. On our way back we will stop for a snack at Half Moon Bay another great spot for snorkeling or a dip in their pool.
That evening we will enjoy the last of the activities for Akumal's 50th.
Monday June 8
We will gather at the CEA Center, a local environmental organization, and learn more about the Mesoamerican Coral Reef, the second longest in the world, to do a snorkeling tour of Akumal Bay, learn about turtles and do some beach activities. These will all be done along side local children. A great way to combine cultural exchange with environmental education. There will be time to do sand sculpturing and play beach games with our new friends.
This evening some may want to participate in a turtle walk with CEA – there will be time throughout the week for everyone to do this. CEA limits its walks to groups of 10 each night. The walks begin at 9.
Tuesday June 9
We will head to Xel Ha for the day. This eco-park is a must-see, with its natural lazy river and tons of fish to see while snorkeling. There are cliffs for jumping and ropes for testing your balancing skills across the water and a great floating bridge. This park is an all-inclusive and you will able to relax and know the kids can eat and drink, play and explore all day long. The park opens at 8:30 and closes at 6. For an additional cost there is the opportunity to swim with the dolphins.
For those who would like to experience some Mayan Ruins we will offer a side trip this evening to the Tulum night show. Cost is extra and will include transportation, entrance and guide. The night show runs from 7-9 PM.
Wed June 10
Relax and soak in the wonders of Akumal. Sit under a palm tree and read, swim in the pool, play at the beach, snorkel or add a little shopping at the great stores in Akumal.
For those who want a little adventure we will offer a short trip to Selva Maya. You and your kids will have the chance to walk through the jungle, climb through an underground cave, swim in a cenote and have a typical Mayan lunch under a palapa. This additional cost is $50 and transportation will be provided.
Thursday June 11
Your morning will be open and we will head around noon to Xcaret. This is the most amazing eco-park for children from 2 to 102. We will spend the day roaming and enjoying the parks water activities, zoo, butterfly exhibit, aquarium, shows, Mayan village, Mexican cemetery and more... That evening we will stay and watch the night show which is an amazing show highlighting the history of the Maya Riviera with reinactments of the ball games and the arrival of the Spaniards. The second half of the show is a spectacle of art and music that covers each of the states of Mexico.
The show begins at sunset with a walk to the theater where you are greeted along the way by actors in full ancient Mayan dress.
One buffet meal is included in the price; additional snacks and meals will be at your cost.
Friday June 12
We will spend a free day in Akumal. You may want to say good bye to your new friends so we will end the evening with a pizza party and some salsa dancing at Lol Ha.
Saturday June 13
Head home with your wonderful memories. We suggest when making your flight arrangements you try to fly out in the afternoon. It will take about an hour and a half to get to the airport and they suggest you arrive at least 2 hours prior to your departure. Those who have early flights will miss the opportunity of one last breakfast in paradise and dip in the Caribbean waters or walk on the beach.
If you would like more information on this trip please contact us.
Hotel accommodations will be at Hotel Akumal Caribe where you can choose between garden bungalows and ocean front rooms. Many rooms have small kitchenettes available. Larger groups and families may want to check out the possibilities of condos or villa rentals. Contact us and we will help you choose the best arrangements for you. We ask that all accommodation and tour arrangements be made through Just Imagine Vacations, Inc.
Itinerary is subject to change.
Some other activities may include:
journaling, scrap booking, photography contests, build a web page about our trip, a grandmom and granddaughter lunch with a fashion show, karaoke, volley ball, water aerobics, noodle races, scavenger hunt, visit the library, visit the local school, beach clean up....
Sample of Pricing:
Hotel Akumal Caribe, bungalow room double occupancy $707 for the 7 nights.
Ground Transportation between Hotel and Airport $60 each way per person - group rates may vary.
Yal Ku entrance $10
Xel-Ha entrance $70.00 per person - transportation, extra. All-inclusive package includes unlimited food and drinks, snorkeling equipment, lockers, showers, kayaks, lifejackets, towels, inner tubes and more. Swimming with the dolphins extra.
Xcaret entrance fees vary from $90 - $130+ depending on the package deal. This part has wonderful day activities as well as the spectacular night show.
Trip Insurance is available.
Air fare not included
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