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Once you leave the Girasol, it is impossible
to participate in all the activities available in the
Cancun area. A partial list follows of the more popular
activities. There are so many activities to do in Cancun
that it’s hard to list everything. Below, is a
list posted alphabetically. If you call any of these
phone numbers from the US you need to first dial 011-52-998-then
the number. In Cancun, call as posted. Note: Rivera
Maya and Playa Del Carmen are 20 to 30 minutes south
of Cancun by car.
Aquariums:
• La
Isla Shopping Center, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel:
883-0411
• Xcaret,
Mayan Rivera, Tel: 883-3144
ATV’s:
• Rancho Loma
Benito, Rivera Maya
Ride on the beach or in the jungle.
Boat Trips:
• Isla Discovery, Tel: 849-4621 or The Golden
Cruise, Tel: 849-4748
Inexpensive tours to Isla Mujeres island just north
of Cancun.
• Jet
ski Jungle Tour, Aqua World, Hotel Zone, Cancun,
Tel: 848-8300
You can book all Aqua World events at the Girasol tour
desk or walk over to their tour desk at the Plaza Caracol.
• Cancun
Queen, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 848-8300
Lobster dinner cruise in a Mississippi paddle wheel
boat.
• Captain
Hook Pirate Show & Lobster Dinner, Hotel
Zone, Cancun, Tel: 849-4451
Dinner/Pirate show with lots of swordplay on a pirate
galleon, argh!
• Jet Skis,
See the Girasol tour desk to rent a jet ski as you try
to tame the Caribbean surf. Rentals are in half hour
increments.
Bowling:
• Bol Kukulcan,
Kukulan Plaza, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 885-3425
• Wol-Ha, Ave. Tulum, Downtown Cancun, Tel:
887-2616
Bullfights:
• Bullfights
& World Famous Charreria, Downtown Cancun, Tel:
884-8372. Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m.
Crocodiles:
• Crococun,
Puerto Morelos, Rivera Maya, Tel: 850-3719
Diving:
• Aqua
World, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 848-8300
• Cancun
Fishing Charters, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 848-1859
• Bluewater
Adventures, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 849-4444
• Manta
Divers, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 849-4050
• Solo
Buceo, Punta Cancun, Tel: 883-3979
Our Clients also receive an additional "TOP DEAL"
upon booking
Dolphins:
•
Interactive Aquarium, La Isla Shopping Center,
Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 883-0411
• Dolphin
Discovery, Isla Mujeres and Cozumel, Tel: 849-4748
• Atlantida
Cancun, Parque Nizuk, Book Reservations Online
• Xcaret,
Eco Park, Mayan Rivera, Tel: 883-3144
•
Xel-Ha, Eco Park, Mayan Rivera, Tel: 883-3143
Eco Tourist Parks:
• Xcaret,
Eco Park, Mayan Rivera, Tel: 883-3144
This is a must see! Swim in underground rivers, swim
with the dolphin, huge aquarium, snorkel the coral reefs,
and visit eco archaeological sites. You can meet the
Xcaret bus in the “Hotel Zone”
•
Xel-Ha, Eco Park, Mayan Rivera, Tel: 883-3143
This is one of the best places to put on snorkel and
fins and swim around the coral reefs as you view some
of the most beautiful and colorful fish in the Caribbean.
You can, also, swim with the dolphin.
• Garrafon,
Tel: 883-3143
Snorkel in the shallow reefs right next to the shore
of Isla Mujeres. Enjoy zip line rides, underwater strolls,
kayaking, tyrolean rappelling, and top of the world
view from Garrafon’s observation tower.
• Tres
Rios, Tel: 887-8077
Located between Cancun and Playa Del Carmen. Enjoy a
day of snorkeling, horseback riding, scuba diving, kayak
racing, or relaxing on the beach.
Fishing:
• Aqua
World, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 848-8300
• Cancun
Aqua Sports, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 898-4312
• Cancun
Fish Charters, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 892-4102
• Cancun
Fishing Charters, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 848-1859
• Kianah’s
Sportsfishing, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 888-825-2644
US
Our Clients also receive
an additional "TOP DEAL" upon booking
Go Karts:
• Go
Karts, Puerto Morelos, Rivera Maya, Tel: 882-1246
Drive these FAST go karts at speeds up to 70 mph! (100
km)
Golf:
• Cancun
Golf Club Pok-Ta-Pok, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel:
883-1230
Robert Trent Jones course built in 1976. Par 72.
• Hilton Cancun Golf Club, Hotel Zone, Cancun,
Tel: 881-8000
• Golf
Club Moon Palace, Mayan Rivera, Tel: 866-385-0256
Jack Nicholas par 72.
• Playacar
Golf Club, Playa Del Carmen, Tel: 866-385-0256
US
Our Clients also receive
an additional "TOP DEAL" upon booking
Horseback Riding:
• Rancho Loma
Bonito, Rivera Maya
Ride on the beach or through the jungle.
Jet Ski Jungle Tours:
• Aqua
Fun, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 885-2930
• Aqua
World, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 848-8300
Our Clients also receive an additional
"TOP DEAL" upon booking
• Best
Day Tours, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 866-645-6309
US
Maya Ruins:
• Chichen Itza,
Merida
Must See! Founded in 514 AD. Observatory, Ball Court,
Sacred Cenote (Sacrifices), Jaguar Throne, and the El
Castillio pyramid.
• Grey
Line Tour, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 849-4545
• Tulum,
Rivera Maya
1200 AD Temple and grounds set on the ocean. Newest
example of Mayan life and finest jewel of their legacy.
Combine this tour with a trip to nearby Xel-Ha.
Motorcycles –
Harley Rentals:
• Eagle
Rider of Cancun, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 885-2065
Rent a Harley Sportster, Fat Boy, or Low Rider.
Movie Theaters:
• Cinemark,
La Isla Shopping Center, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 883-5604
• Cinepolis
and Cinepolis VIP, Plaza Las Americas, Downtown
Cancun, Tel: 884-2132
Most movies in English with Spanish subtitles. Cinepolis
VIP 6 has leather chairs with drink holders and end
tables, waiter service, 1500 seats and huge screen.
Observation Towers:
• El Embarcadero,
Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 849-4848
Four locations: Cancun, Garrafon Park Isla Mujeres,
Xcaret Rivera Maya, Punta Maya Cozumel
Parasailing:
• Aqua
World, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 848-8300
Sky Rider. Tandem side-by-side parasail.
• Rivera
Maya Parasail, Puerto Aventuras, Rivera Maya,
Tel: 984-873-5683
Phones:
• Check with your
cell phone provider PRIOR to arriving in Cancun. Every
provider has different programs for overseas calls.
• Phone cards
are for sale at the OXXO Minimart. Just a short
walk south of the Girasol or just a short walk north
to the second level at the Forum By The Sea plaza.
Rental Cars:
You don't need a rental car from the Airport as there
are inexpensive shuttles that will take you to the Hotel
Zone for around $18 US per couple. Once there the city
provides great bus service for 6.5 pesos (59 cents)
to anywhere on the Hotel Zone or Downtown Cancun. You
will need to take a taxi back to the airport for about
the same 200 peso's ($18 US). Our Clients also receive
an additional "TOP DEAL" upon booking.
Sea Planes &
Helicopters:
• Magic
Sky & Sea Adventures, Cancun and Cozumel,
Tel: 885-1720
Shopping – Local
Crafts:
• Coral Negro Flea
Market. Located right across the street from the Girasol,
you can find Silver, pottery, leather, shirts, and blankets.
Our Clients also receive an additional "TOP DEAL"
on a flea market that the locals visit! Our Clients
also receive an additional "TOP DEAL" upon
booking
• Plaza La Fiesta,
Hotel Zone, Cancun
Best place! No hassels and all the same merchandise
and more! Locations: Across the street past the flea
market next TGI Fridays, La Isla Shopping Center, and
Playa Del Carmen.
• La Casa Del
Arte Popular Mexicano, El Embarcadero, Hotel Zone,
Cancun, Tel: 849-4848
Shopping – Malls:
• Forum
By The Sea, Hotel Zone, Cancun 883-4428
Located a short walk from Girasol! Home to the Hard
Rock Café, Carlos And Charlies, Rainforest Café,
and Coco Bongos.
• Plaza
Kukulcan, Hotel Zone, Cancun, 885-2304 (under
remodeling)
• La
Isla, Hotel Zone, Cancun, 883-5025
• Plaza
Caracol, Hotel Zone, Cancun
• Plaza Fiesta,
Hotel Zone, Cancun, 883-2100
• Flamingo
Plaza, Hotel Zone, Cancun, 883-2945
• Plaza de Las
Americas, Downtown Cancun 887-4839
Huge! Home to Sears, Dorians and Liverpool along with
the 1500 seat movie theaters with leather chairs called
the Cinepolis VIP and Wal Mart sized Chedraui.
Shopping – Food
& Supplies:
• Wal-Mart,
Downtown Cancun, Tel: 884-1383
Take the #2 bus from the Girasol. Must see, it’s
huge! Good place to stock up your condo while you enjoy
your stay
• Soriana’s,
Downtown Cancun
Personal favorite. Similar to Wal-Mart but bigger and
nicer. This is where the locals shop. Stay on the #2
bus from Wal-Mart and continue on a few blocks.
• Chedraui,
Plaza Las Americas, Downtown Cancun, Tel: 887-2111
Wal-Mart sized store in the largest shopping mall in
Cancun. Has everything.
•
Costco, Downtown Cancun, Tel: 881-0250
The exact same Costco as at home right down to the hot
dog and coke for $1.50. Consistancy, quantity, low prices.
Just down the street from Sorianas. Not bus friendly,
you will need a transfer. Take a cab or rental car.
• Sam’s
Club, Downtown Cancun, Tel: 881-0250
Located next door to Wal-Mart.
Shopping - Convenience:
• Oxxo,
Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 884-1685
Located next door to the Girasol to the south. Just
like 7-11. Food, snacks, calling cards, internet.
• Super
Gourmet & Deli, Forum By The Sea, Hotel
Zone, Cancun, Tel: 883-4472
Located next to the Girasol to the east. All the 7-11
food and snacks, along with a deli, and pharmacy. Only
place we found in Cancun to have Diet Pepsi (Diet Pepsi
and Diet Coke are all “Light” with a sweeter
taste called “Coca Light").
Sky Diving:
• Skydive
Playa, Playa Del Carmen, Tel: 987-873-0192
Freefall, tethered, and tandem jumps. USPA approved.
Spas:
• J.W.
Marriott Hotel, Hotel Zone, Cancun, Tel: 848-9600
• Le
Meridian Hotel, Hotel Zone, Cancun
Submarines:
•
Sub See Explorer, Aqua World, Hotel Zone,
Cancun, Tel: 848-8300
• Atlantis,
Atlantis Adventure, Cozumel, Tel: 987-872-5671
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