Neighbour to the North
Chetumal is a cosmopolitan city just across the border in south-west Mexico. The capital city of Quintanta Roo, Chetumal provides instant access to museums, entertainment and fine dining. This area is also a shopper's dream with numerous malls, department stores and modern retail outlets.
The famous Museo de la Cultua Maya is a must-see attraction that's renowned for its wealth of information on Mayan history and interactive exhibits.
Just outside Chetumal, the Laguna de Siete Colores, or 'Lagoon of Seven Colours' can be found where Caribbean tides mix with fresh water creating unique patterns of blue and green. Surrounded by mangroves and dense vegetation, this placid lake is perfect for kayaking, scuba diving or nearly any aquatic activity you can think of.
Just west of Chetumal lie the incredible Mayan ruins of Dzibanche and Kinichna. Secluded by massive ceiba trees the sparawling pyramids, plazas and temples cover more than 40 square kilometres. Only recently discovered and excavated, Dzibanche and Kinichna are not yet frequented by tourists. In fact there is a good chance that you'll be left to wander the shady maze of ancient greens and greys and discover for yourself the secrets of the Maya.