ACtivities
Below is a list of optional activities available for Tuesday, May 6th. Tungsten Automation will host one activity for you and your guest. You and your guest may choose the same or separate activities.
There are a limited number of spots for each activity, and reservations are first-come, first-served, so please make your selections early. If an activity is no longer listed on the registration site, it has reached capacity. Please select from the activities offered, and note in the comments if you would like to be placed on a waiting list for an activity that has reached capacity.
Please also be sure to take note of any physical restrictions listed in the activity descriptions. Some activities are subject to change based on weather conditions or if participant minimums are not met. All activity times are subject to change.
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Catamaran Snorkel & Sail
Your catamaran sailing and snorkel adventure begins at the marina in Puerto Aventuras, located 20 minutes south from Playa del Carmen. Our professional and experienced crew will welcome you aboard and give you a safety briefing for all the activities of the tour and amenities of our luxury 65’ catamaran. We will set sail for the second largest barrier reef of the world which supports incredible coral heads and a breathtaking variety of sea life. While you enjoy your snorkel adventure under supervision of our dive masters and snorkel guides, our chef will be busy preparing a delicious meal for you. Back on board we serve you lunch with a variety of side dishes and tropical drinks from our full open bar. After lunch, enjoy a leisurely sail back along the beautiful Riviera Maya.
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Departure from hotel: 9:15 a.m.
Return to hotel: 2:45 p.m.
Included: Private catamaran, bilingual guides and certified crew, snorkeling gear (fins, masks, vest and tube), domestic open bar (beer, tequila, run, vodka, whisky, sodas, water), lunch, music & entertainment, facilities aboard.
What to bring/wear: Private catamaran, bilingual guides and certified crew, snorkeling gear (fins, masks, vest and tube), domestic open bar (beer, tequila, run, vodka, whisky, sodas, water), lunch, music & entertainment, facilities aboard.
Restrictions: Guests must be in good mental and physical fitness for snorkeling and not under the influence of alcohol or any drugs/medications that might affect mental or physical abilities. Guests with heart, lung or circulatory issues may not snorkel. If taking medications under the care of a physician, doctor approval is required for snorkeling.
Tulum Mayan Ruins + Playa del Carmen
Experience the wonder of the ancient city of Tulum with our knowledgeable guides who, through colorful stories, will help you feel as if you are standing in Tulum in the 13th century. Our small group format and attention to detail will make your day memorable and educational as you walk through the Mayan’s most well-preserved and majestic ruins. In addition to the guided tour, you will have free time to explore the site on your own. Afterwards there will be an optional stop in Playa del Carmen where you can grab lunch or snacks and/or shop for souvenirs.
Departure from hotel: 8:00 am
Return to hotel: 2:45 pm
Includes: Transfers, professional bilingual guides, bottled water, entrance fees.
What to bring/wear: Camera, non-slip shoes, biodegradable sunscreen, hat, cash suggested.
Restrictions: Guests must be in good health without mobility issues. Able to walk and stand for 1 hour minimum. No wheelchair accessibility.
Kantun-Chi Eco Park & Cenotes
Make an expedition to the "Xibalbá" or "Mayan Underworld". For 45-60 minutes, your guide will show you every corner of the cave. The tour will include a guided tour of the entire underground river plus a tour of the 5 cenotes in the park; the use of equipment during both activities is mandatory (mask, water shoes, safety helmet and life jacket for the river / life jacket, mask and snorkel for cenotes).
Departure from hotel: 9:00 a.m.
Return to hotel: 2:45 pm
Included: Access to the natural reserve, specialized guide, lockers, lifejacket, safety helmet, water shoes, mask & snorkel, buffet lunch.
What to bring/wear: Swimsuit, comfortable clothes, sandals, bug spray, towel, cell phone with water case, cash suggested. Towels to be provided by hotel.
Restrictions: Sunscreen not allowed when swimming in the cenotes. Use of safety gear is mandatory.
Akumal Monkey Sanctuary + Playa del Carmen
Akumal Monkey Sanctuary is the only place in Mexico authorized with an educational primate bonding program! Live the Sanctuary experience! Meet, touch & learn from more than 50 rescued species (not just monkeys!), including macaws, snakes, and primates. Your tour supports efforts to keep rescued animals in a safe home. Akumal Monkey Sanctuary Tour is a fun and safe way to contribute to the welfare and conservation of endangered exotic and endemic wildlife. Afterwards there will be an optional stop in Playa del Carmen where you can grab lunch or snacks and/or shop for souvenirs.
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Depart from hotel: 9:00 a.m.
Return to hotel: 2:45 p.m.
Included: Expert guides; meet touch & learn from more than 50 rescued species, participate in bonding program with macaws, snakes, primates.
What to bring/wear: Bring comfortable clothing (t-shirt or blouse with sleeves), biodegradable insect repellent and sunscreen.
Recommmendations: Access is not allowed to anyone in an inebriated state and/or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If detected in an inconvenient condition, the tour will be cancelled without refund.
ATV Mayan Jungle Adventure & Swim/Snorkel
Venture into the Mayan jungle and be a part of nature as you live the most thrilling ATV adventure into the Mayan jungle. Cool off afterwards with a refreshing swim and snorkeling at a private inlet. [more details tbd]
Departure from hotel: 8:00 a.m.
Return to hotel: 2:30 p.m.
Included: Ground transportation, bilingual guide, ATV insurance, use of ATVs, helmet, snorkeling equipment
What to bring/wear: Comfortable clothes and footwear, sunglasses, bathing suit, extra t-shirt, cash suggested. Towel to be provided by hotel.
Restrictions: This tour is not recommended for people who suffer from severe physical / motor problems, or people who are not able to handle moderate physical activity, those with cardiac issues, or pregnant women. Basic swimming skills are required for snorkeling. People under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be able to participate in this tour.
Mexico Lindo Traditional Cooking Workshop
Mexico Lindo Cooking Is a culinary experience at the Riviera Maya, a wonderful and traditional Cooking class where the guest will travel to the authentic and traditional Mexican food from our ancients. You will learn in a real Mexican Kitchen along with our chefs, and listen some stories understanding our culture directly from a Mexican expert. After cooking a seven-course menu the guest will sit in our terrace where you will have a great gourmet lunch and spend a wonderful day surrounded by ancient trees and the peacefulness of the sacred land, with handmade tortillas and tequila.
Depart from hotel: 8:45 a.m. Tee times available between 9:00-11:00 AM.
Duration: Approx 4 hours
Included: Golf, cart, rental clubs/shoes, set up, practice time, cold bottled water
What to bring/wear: TBD
Restrictions: TBD
SE Spa by Grand Velas
Your journey to total wellness begins at the SE Spa by Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Earning a Five-Star accolade from the Forbes Travel Guide, our Riviera Maya resort spa is one of six in Mexico to achieve this coveted award.
This calming sanctuary pampers you with rejuvenating skin therapies, soothing massages and ancient holistic rituals that restore and renew. Take an exotic Spa Water Journey to enhance any treatment with the magic of hydrotherapy. Our Riviera Maya Mexico spa resort reveals your true essence. SE Spa at Grand Velas Riviera Maya has also been certified by Wellness for Cancer, an organization that trains spas and wellness centers to provide personalized services to individuals touched by any type of cancer.
Transport yourself to a world of well-being with our restorative hydrotherapy water journey ritual. Experience a clay room, ice room, polar pool and color showers that invigorate and relax. By journey's end, tensions have melted away and inner peace is restored. Our signature hydrotherapy treatments in Riviera Maya are complimentary with massage or facial treatments of 50 minutes or more.
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Spa Services: 50 Minutes​
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Wellness SE Spa Massage
Experience a whole-body therapeutic massage treatment that works the soft tissues and muscles to help restore health - creating a calming and balancing effect on the nervous system. Improves your circulation, soothes your muscles and make you feel relaxation.
Deep Tissue Massage
Technique that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue and in which firm pressure is maintained and deep throughout the massage. Its objective is to release tension in the body through the implementation of stretching and pressure points in specific areas that help to relax the muscles.
Comfort Skin Facial
A powerful facial that combines repairing ingredients that work to visibly improve skin congestion and redness, with highly effective phyto-therapeutic extracts, which soften and reinforce the skin against inflammation. This luxury facial restores levels of young collagen and protects the skin from external aggressors, as well as reestablishing the natural beauty of your skin. Excellent for all skin types.
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Facial Multiglow
This luxurious facial infuses your skin with essential multivitamins, combating dullness, dehydration, and signs of aging. Experience deep nourishment for a radiant, youthful glow and a boost of hydration.
Mani & Pedi Deluxe
A sensory gift for your feet and hands that will leave them relaxed and soft. After the cuticle and nail treatment, enjoy an exfoliation, followed by a wrap that hydrates and nourishes the skin. Finally, you will indulge in a sensory massage from the foot to the lower leg. (This deluxe treatment is 135 minutes).
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