This is an extraordinary kayak journey along the Mexican Yuctan Mayan coast packed with adventure and excitement; you’ll sea kayak, snorkel, kayak surf, kayak sail, hike and explore Mayan ruins while staying in comfortable ocean front hotels along the route.

On each stage of the trip, you’re teamed with the best guides – individuals whose knowledge and experience enable you to see and do what you never thought possible.

There will be time set aside to explore the Maya ruins along the way and explore the local area as well.

The ecology of the Mexican coast is a complex combination of coral reefs, sand flats with extensive turtle grass and mangrove ranges. The Maya Reef, second largest in the world, extends 185 miles (300 km) along the coast. This reef structure shelters the Belizean coastline from the rougher open waters of the Caribbean sea.

The Maya Reef acts as a huge breakwater, holding in the sand and protecting the coastline from the incoming seas.

From this action, we get beautiful islands forested with coconut palms, sea grape and coco plum and remarkable protected reef structures.

Also from the 'breakwater' action of the barrier reef, we have protected waters which allow the diverse ecosystems of the mangrove and turtle grass to flourish.

These tangled partially-submerged forests provide essential feeding and nursing habitat for hundreds of species of fish, shellfish, reptiles, marine mammals, and birds.

While traveling along the Maya Reef, we have the opportunity to view a diverse range of sea-life and tropical birds. Paddling along huge stretches of beach in areas rich with patch reefs and sea grass beds we have many opportunities to view bonefish, angel and parrot fish, stingrays, eagle rays,conger, moray eels, goatfish, just to name a few.

Trailing a fishing line from our kayaks, we also may get a strike from a barracuda, or grouper or snapper. Over our heads, we will see bird-life, such as osprey (the Billy hawk), sea gulls, brown-footed & white-footed boobies, frigate birds, hawks, mangrove warblers, and white-crowned pigeons.

Also, throughout the Maya Reef and along the coast, there are nesting sites for loggerhead, green and hawksbill turtles. If we're lucky, we may see them while out snorkeling. We will definitely sample one of the main staples for Belizean fishermen, the queen conch and spiny lobster(in season)

From the time you pass through customs we will have you at your hotel within ½ hour. Transfers, Hotel, and Dinner included.

Day 1: After Breakfast we travel south into the area of Yucatan Peninsula that takes us away from the mass tourism that characterizes the Cancun and Playa Del Carmen region. This day we stop at the Mayan ruins of Muyil a small and interesting site hidden away in the jungle. After exploring the ruins site with knowledgeable guides we stop enroute for lunch at Pueblo Felipe Carillio. A small traditional Mexican town for good food and a chance to experience the kaleidoscope of color and activity in the town market. Continue the journey to the remote coastline of southern Yucatan with our final destination on the shores of the Caribbean. We settle into our accommodations on the beachfront at an exquisite small lodge. B,L

Day 2: Wake to fresh coffee and sunrise over the Caribbean from our comfortable and spacious rooms. Our lodge at Balamku has achieved a reputation as one of the finest small boutique lodges on the Costa Maya and operates completely off the grid powered by solar and wind and fully environmentally sensitive composting and waste management systems ( we believe that our trips must support eco conscious businesses to protect the beauty and biological diversity of the areas we travel) . This day we begin with an introduction to sea kayaking and snorkeling and then we are able to paddle directly to the main reef just minutes from our beach front cabanas. Warm waters, rich and diverse coral reefs are the focus of this day as we learn to explore these waters by kayak and with snorkel and mask. B,L

Day 3: Today we paddle south along the reef system snorkeling, kayaking and if weather permits we will hoist the sails on our kayaks to harness the power of the wind as we travel along the coast. Beautiful beaches, coral reefs, and the thrill of traveling by kayak are the memories of the day. We land on a quiet beach at the end of the day and enjoy a specially prepared dinner on the beach front prepared by our Mexican hosts. Return to Balamku by van after dinner. B,L

Day 4: Our days activities here include a paddle in protected lagoons where we are able to see the rich bird life have a chance to view myriad of wildlife that resides in these protected waters characterized by labyrinth like mangrove passages and clear water.

With our experience of the sea and weather conditions in the area we have a number of different activities that we are able to do if we experience high winds including fabulous hiking along deserted beaches to protected snorkeling areas and your guides will organize which activities over these days are best suited to wind and weather conditions we encounter. On our last night we venture to a small restaurant in the village of Majahual for an excellent dinner, for this night we will guide you on an exploration of the range of tastes and flavors reflecting the cuisine of Mexico.. B, L

Day 5: After breakfast chance for a sunrise paddle or a relaxing morning at the lodge we leave the coast for a hidden gem in southern Yucatan near the border of Belize. Today we venture to little known Laguna Bacalar. Our hotel is located on the shoreline of an exquisite freshwater lagoon, that is known for it’s remarkable shades of turquoise blues also known as the "Lagoon of 7 Colors". We have lunch at a local Cenote, and enjoy an afternoon swim. We then tour the 17th century Spanish fort and unique museum within the ancient fort that profiles the history of piracy and colonial occupation of the area. B, L

Day 6: Early morning breakfast with the sunrise over the lagoon. This morning we venture out by kayaks on the lagoon to soak in the beauty of this setting. After lunch in Bacalar, we drive about an hour to one of the more impressive Mayan ruin sites of Kohunlich. This extensive site is surrounded by beautiful rainforest, and hosts a number of plazas and temples. One of the more impressive sights in the southern Quintana Roo, Kohunlich is best known for it's Pyramid of the Masks, with 6 large masks each standing over 8 feet tall. We return back to our lake-side hotel for a final dinner and celebration of the trip. B, L

Day 7: Enjoy the morning swimming in crystal clear pools. The lodge also has a fleet of sit-on top kayaks to paddle the lagoon independently. After kayaking we enjoy a lunch in town before driving to Chetumal. From this point you have the choice of returning to Cancun or continuing the adventure by traveling by boat across the border into Belize to connect with our array of trips in Belize to the outer coral atolls or the rich and diverse rainforests, rivers, caves and Mayan ruins of Belize. B, L

Note: To allow for each person to choose their own dining variety we have not included the cost of dinners on this trip so that you may explore on an individual basis the fine culinary traditions of Mexico. We suggest a budget of 20 USD per person for each dinner that is not included in the trip.