One of the main attractions of the Riviera Maya is the region's endemic wildlife. Currently, you can find local projects where the whole family can go to learn about these incredible species.
Visiting a nature reserve, sanctuary, or zoo with the family's youngest members is an effective way to have an educational, fun, and memorable day while learning the importance of respecting all living beings. Here are some recommendations for your next trip:
Croco Cun Zoo
Croco Cun Zoo is an interactive zoo where children can touch, carry, and feed species such as crocodiles, monkeys, spiders, ocelots, snakes, and deer. It is located in Puerto Morelos and offers educational and interactive tours in English and Spanish, which last between 60 and 75 minutes. In addition, you will find a cafeteria there.
Toolok Kaa'n Reptiles: Environmental Education
Toolok Kaa'n is an Environmental Management Unit dedicated to environmental education and the reproduction of native species for conservation. Here, you mainly interact with reptiles such as iguanas, crocodiles, land turtles, snakes, and more. It is located on the Puerto Morelos Cenotes Route. It's an ideal choice for kids who are dinosaur fans.
Spider Monkey Reserve in Punta Laguna
The community of Punta Laguna is made up of families who are dedicated to the protection of this beautiful natural area. Here, you can observe the monkeys in the treetops. This place is very different from a zoo. Here, we must respect the animals' habitat and understand we're just visiting. In addition to monkeys, you can see majestic birds and do activities in bodies of water.
Akumal Monkey Sanctuary & Rescued Animals
This sanctuary for monkeys and rescued animals is located in Akumal and is a project dedicated to housing animals that have had difficult lives. Here, you'll find animals from the region and introduced species such as otters, zebras, and caracals. You can also fall in love with colorful flamingos, parrots, and macaws. It has 2-hour guided tours and packages with activities such as swimming in a cenote, and all-terrain vehicle trips.
Xcaret: Aviary, Butterfly Garden, and Coral Reef Aquarium
Did you know Xcaret theme park has two sanctuaries and one aquarium within? Access to these is included with your park ticket. At the butterfly garden, you will see more than 20 regional species in a free-flight area of 3500 m2 and 15 meters high. The aviary homes more than 1,500 species of birds, and finally, there are more than 5,000 marine species in the aquarium.
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