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 Your
guide to Cancun's famous water activities above and below
water. This category contains information for scuba divers
and snorkelers, avid fishermen, windsurfing, kayaking, as
well as the popular dolphin swims and those who wish to
swim with the dolphins.
Cancun definitely lives up to its
reputation as a water sports capital. Here you can scuba
dive, snorkel, windsurf, parasail, kayak, water ski, jet
ski, fish, swim with the dolphins or just enjoy the beach.
Most of the action takes place on the northern beaches and
in Laguna Nichupté, a large lagoon with fresh and
salt water located between the mainland and the Hotel Zone.
This unique combination of ocean and lagoon has much to offer in the way of water sports. Whatever your
water sport, there are lots of places to enjoy it to the
max!
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| Beach |
 Naturally,
the beaches are the biggest draw in Cancun, with their soft
sands and brilliant water. The Hotel Zone is really just one
long beach separated from the mainland by a system of lagoons.
The calmest beaches are found windward along the Bahía
des Mujeres. Playa Linda, Playa Langosta, Playa Tortugas and
Playa Caracol and are ideal for water sports and swimmers
of all levels. More
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| Scuba |
 Underwater
enthusiasts come to Cancun, Cozumel, Puerto Morelos and other
parts of the Mexican Caribbean coast for its clear turquoise
waters, colorful tropical fish, and exquisite coral reef.
Currents allow for drift dives, deep dives, night dives, wall
dives and shore dives while the abundance of offshore wrecks
allow exploration dives safe enough for neophytes. The peninsula's
cenotes, or natural sinkholes, also provide an unusual dive experience. More
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| Windsurfing |
 Cancun
is a perfect place to try windsurfing. Many of the hotels
and marinas employ qualified instructors. After a few hours
of instructions and some on-the-beach practice, you will be
ready to hit the waves. Most windsurfing is done in Laguna
Nichupté or along the northern beaches in Bahia de
Mujeres. For obvious reasons, it’s not advisable to
windsurf along the eastern beaches that lead out to open seas.
More information.
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| Snorkeling |
 Snorkeling
is an easy way to see the underwater sights; you don’t
need a lot of equipment or training. There are a number
of excellent snorkeling trips offered in Cancun and along
the Riviera Maya coast. Favorite spots include Isla Mujeres,
Puerto Morelos, Cozumel, Xel-há and Akumal. Snorkeling
tours operators should provide you with good quality mask,
fins and lifejacket.. More
information.
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| Fishing |
 You
can light tackle or deep-sea fish in Cancun and along the
Riviera Maya year round. If you enjoy fly fishing or light
tackle fishing you can visit the flatlands, 35 minutes north
of Cancun or two hours south at Boca Paila. You can enjoy
a “grand slam” at both places, capturing and releasing
bonefish, tarpon, snook, jack, crevalle and barracuda. More
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| Parasailing |
 A
parasail
is a parachute attached to some moving transportation
vehicle
like a four-wheel drive auto or a motorboat. The parachute goes
up in the air when the transport vehicle moves, and
the person attached to it takes three or four quick steps
and then is airborne. Very little training is needed
to experience the sheer joy of soaring hundreds of feet over
the ocean. You'll see why this is such a popular sport
with families and daredevils alike. More
information.
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| Submarines |
 For
those who want to explore the waters below without
actually swimming, there are number of submarine and glass bottomed boats
offering tours of the reef. More
information.
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| Swim with the
Dolphins |
 There
are several wonderful places where you can enjoy a dolphin’s
company. A typical dolphin program offers a thirty-minute
orientation followed by the actual swimming time. Reservations
are required for most facilities.
More information.
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| Jungle Tour |
 There
are a variety of tours through the mangroves of Laguna Nichupté
that end with a snorkeling trip out to the coral reef. You
can either pilot your own jet ski or cruise on a boat.
Those new to snorkeling or traveling with young children
may prefer a boat tour like the one AquaWorld offers to
its private island, "Isla Paraiso". After going
through the jungle by boat, you spend the rest of the day
on a man-made island with change rooms, a restaurant and
rest area. More
information.
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| Water Toys For
Rent |
 For
family fun on the water, Waterline has an assortment of
inflatable and towels, in addition to skis, wakeboards, and
kneeboards. Many of the inflatable and tubes are on display
at the store, making the decision-making easy. More
information.
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| Jets Ski |
 For
those who like to move fast on the water, jet skis are just
the thing. You can solo on a Jet Ski or double up on a Wave
Runner. Both requid are safe for most adults. Several
marinas offer jungle tours that core a minimum amount of
time to learn anmbine a trip on Jet Skis through the mangroves and
snorkeling off the reef. Remember not to drink and Jet Ski.
Prices start at $70 per hour for Jet Skis and $60 for Wave
Runners. More
information.
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| Boat Rentals
(Marinas) |
 A
pioneer of sport fishing in Cancun , Fishing Charters made
Cancun Beach their home base because of its location: situated
on the Caribbean coast, Fishing Charters offers one of the
quickest running time out to the deep water beyond the Continental
Shelf. More
information.
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| Private Sailing
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 Start
your vacations here! It is time to relax, and enjoy the
privacy of your own sail boat with your family or friends.
Our crew will cater to you and help to make this time unforgettable.
More information.
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| Water Skiing |
 The
best place to water ski is in the calm waters of Laguna
Nichupté or in the sheltered waters of the Bahia
de Mujeres. A number of marinas offer lessons with qualified
instructors. Prices start at $70 per hour.
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| Kayaking |
 Kayaks
have become quite popular and almost every hotel has a couple
of these stable, ocean-going crafts. This is an easy sport
for all ages to participate in. Kayak rentals usually start
at $10 per hour.
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