Cantori, if the answer is no, keep reading…. and discover the unmissable activities that you can carry out on the beach of this fabulous state. The Yucatan peninsula is a privileged site, since it has a rich culture whose center is the Mayan civilization, influenced by the Spanish. Yucatan has a wide and delicious gastronomy that you cannot miss and is distinguished by the fact that the city of Mérida is one of the best places to live in this country and minutes from the best beaches in Mexico.
CANTORI gives you the opportunity to enjoy a balanced life between the comfort of the city and the beauty of the coast; where tranquility and amenities are just minutes from the spectacular beaches of Yucatan.
In the area of the Yucatan coast, which has more than 400 km of turquoise color and attracts thousands of tourists from around the world, you can find Mayan ruins, mangroves, freshwater springs, viewpoints, ecological reserves, lighthouses and marine biodiversity and birds such as pink flamingos; what makes the Emerald Coast an irresistible destination.
Fishing is the main activity of the residents of the towns on the Yucatan coast who also offer the service of taking tourists or locals fishing for a fee of approximately 1,500 pesos, in the traditional boat, which includes the bait, the hooks and ingredients to prepare ceviche. Organize fishing with friends and family, from 4-hour fishing for when children accompany you and up to 8 hours for the most amateur. You will enjoy the sunrise landscapes and the color of the sea, as well as a delicious and fresh ceviche (if you were lucky).
In the same way, you can rent yachts to carry out this activity or to walk and spend the day in the company of friends and family.
Kitesurfing or kitesurfing is a sliding sport that consists of the use of a traction kite, which pulls the athlete along four or five lines, two fixed to the bar, and the remaining two or three pass through the center of the bar and They are attached to the body by means of a harness, allowing them to glide on the water using a board. Several modalities can be practiced; jumps and maneuvers, regattas between buoys and wave surfing. Learn more about this sport with our friends at Yuckite and don’t miss the opportunity to learn something new.
In the month of July, sailing regattas are traditionally held on the beaches of Progreso, in which around 120 participants participate in an attractive and fun environment.
Camping on the beach is a unique activity that connects us with nature and with the true essence of the place you visit. Yucatan has several places ready to receive you and enjoy this unique experience. Celestún, Sisal, San Crisanto, Santa Clara are some of the towns that have areas designated for this activity.
You may be one of the lucky ones to witness the nesting of turtles since in Yucatan more than 11,340 hatchlings of various varieties of sea turtles are born each year. The most important arrival points are Sisal, Telchac and Dzilam de Bravo. These nests are under the surveillance and care of state authorities in a highly coordinated manner with volunteer organizations that are certified and trained to carry out conservation and monitoring activities for sea turtles. The period of the nesting season is from April to October. If you are lucky enough to be able to attend one of the most wonderful spectacles that nature can offer, there are basic rules to respectfully view a turtle spawning. Follow them 🙂
Visit El Corchito, a nature reserve that has three cenotes and two shallow springs ideal for younger children. In the surroundings there are areas to rest and live. It is located 36 kilometers from Mérida, just 200 meters from the entrance to the Port of Progreso on the road that goes to the Port of Chicxulub. To enter you must take a boat in a tourist hostel that will cross you through the mangroves.
Enjoy the sunsets on the beaches of Yucatan.
When the day is ending, nothing like enjoying the sunsets on the Yucatecan coast, let yourself fall in love every day with the colors of the sky and the sea and live moments with your loved ones that will make you remember the greatness of nature and the gift of power. appreciate it
Attend the traditional fairs, family fun for children and adults. In the center of the main towns on the Yucatecan coast, you can live the experience of a night at the fair, with electronic games, sale of different types of food, traditional sweets and snacks and for the little ones activities such as marbles and shooting to white.
The gastronomy in the strip of the Yucatecan coast is varied and delicious, the main dishes include fish, octopus, conch, shrimp and lobster. It also has restaurants for all budgets, which offer a variety of dishes prepared with fresh fish and shellfish such as ceviche, dogfish bread and tikin xic fish (marinated with achiote).
Near the beaches of Yucatan, we find archaeological ruins such as X’cambó, an archaeological site that is located very close to Telchac. It is considered by experts as one of the largest deposits on the north coast of the peninsula, with large buildings.
You can also visit Dzibichaltún at Km 14 of the Mérida-Progreso highway, in the Mayan language it means “Place where there is writing on the stones”, alluding to the numerous commemorative tombstones found on the site, also called stelae. Due to its proximity to the coast, its economy took advantage of the marine products of the Gulf coast, producing salt, making snail tools and consuming food from the sea. The most outstanding building in this area is the Temple of the Seven Dolls or Temple of the Sun, named after an offering of seven human-shaped clay figures found inside.
One of the biggest advantages of living or investing in CANTORI is the proximity to the impressive beaches of Yucatan. In a few minutes, you can immerse yourself in the coastal paradise and enjoy activities such as sunbathing, swimming, water sports or simply relaxing on the beach. The famous beaches of Progreso, Celestún and Sisal are at your fingertips, offering a rejuvenating escape whenever you want it.
CANTORI offers you the balance between work and leisure that you are looking for; you can enjoy the energy and job opportunities of the city during the week, and relax on the beaches on weekends or after work. This combination will give you an exceptional quality of life.
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