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Maker QR in VS .NET 11: Exploring Canc n

wwwaquaworldcommx) calls its trip the Jungle Tour and charges $55 for the 21 2-hour excursion, which includes 45 minutes of snorkeling time The company even gives you a free snorkel, but its watercrafts have the less-desirable seating configuration of one behind the other Daily departures are scheduled for 8 am, 8:30 am, 9 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am, noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 2:30 pm, 3: pm, as well as 3:30 pm and 4:30 pm during the summer months To find out what s available when you re there, check with a local travel agent or hotel tour desk; you should find a wide range of options You can also go directly to the Aquaworld marina (at km 152) and buy your own tickets for trips on the Subsee Explorer or to Isla Mujeres (see information later in this chapter)

What about BOB BOB Canc n (Blvd Kukulk n, km 4; % 998-149-2524; wwwcancunbobcom/bob), a breathing observation bubble, is the very strange looking underwater scooter with an astronaut helmet A scuba tank supplies air to the helmet so that you can just breathe normally as you cruise to depths of 7m (24 ft) in a seated position Plan to spend 21 2 hours to partake in a 45-minute ride around Bahia de Mujeres which costs $75, and includes instruction, beverages, wet suit, and video Departures at 9 am, 11:30 am, 2 pm, and 4:30 pm from El Embarcadero The Ocean Runner Tour (Blvd Kukulk n, km 127; Ocean Marina below La Casa del Habano across from the Police and Fire Station; % 998-2679703 or cell 998-577-4833) was the first to offer jungle tours riding top-ofthe-line WaveRunners A multilingual guide takes you through the mangroves and out into the ocean where you anchor your WaveRunner for a little snorkeling (equipment provided) This two-hour tour departs from Ocean Marina daily at 10 am, 12:30 pm, and 3:30 pm You can book directly or through your travel agent Arrive at least 30 minutes early to fit your fins, lifejackets, and so on The cost is $65 per person with two per WaveRunner

Living the lifestyles of the rich and famous is more accessible than ever before in Canc n, whether it s buying designer clothing, staying in a luxury oceanfront villa, or sailing across the ocean blue on your very own crewed yacht While this is no inexpensive endeavor, if you are traveling with a group of friends, you can all chip in for an experience of a lifetime and a much more autonomous outing that you get with many of the group tours Admiral Yacht Club (Blvd Kukulk n, km 58; Marina Club Lagoon; % 800-356-6948 toll-free in Mexico; wwwadmiralyachtclubcom) Speed along the water in a 13m (42-ft) Samurai, or you and nine of your friends can take out a 17m (55-ft) Pegasus From 11m to 17m (38 ft 55 ft), Admiral Yachts has cruisers, fishing boats (including the necessary rods, reels, and gaffs), and includes a full-time licensed and reef-certified captain and mate, insurance, maintenance, and concierge scheduling

Opening in 2005, Yachts ET is one of the newest luxury yacht businesses, located across from Plaza Kukulk n (Blvd Kukulk n, km 13; Hot Sports Marina; % 998-840-6414 or 998-883-4058; wwwyachtsetcom) The 12m to 16m (40-ft 54-ft) vessels are equipped with staterooms and are fully crewed To give you an idea of cost for such a luxurious outing, a two-hour sunset cruise for a 12m (40-ft) yacht will cost you $650 Appetizers and refreshments are included (48 bottles of beer, 1 quart of tequila, 1 quart of rum, two bottles of wine, soda, juice, and snacks) Try to call at least four hours ahead to secure a yacht, and during peak season, booking in advance of your trip is recommended You can also partake in a Sailing Quest aboard a catamaran sailboat with Aquatours a division of Dolphin Discovery, which is the same company that operates Dolphin Swims, The Lobster Dinner Cruise, and Jungle tours in Nichupt Lagoon (Blvd Kukulk n, km 625; % 800-4171736 toll-free from the US, or 998-849-4757; wwwaquatourscommx) This is a group trip over to Isla Mujeres, stopping to snorkel at Faritos reef and then enjoy a buffet lunch and day at its beach club facilities Not exactly the exclusivity of a private yacht, as the catamaran hosts up to 45 people, but a great way to put a little wind in your sails during your vacation without blowing so much cash The price is $55 for adults and $2750 for children; departures Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10 am, returning at 5:30 pm Sea Passion Catamaran offers a similar sailing tour aboard new catamarans to Isla Mujeres as well as a half-day cruise along the Rivera Maya and Lobster Dinner night sailing (% 994-803-0399 or 984-803-3995) Read more about pleasure boat trips and day trips to Isla Mujeres later in this chapter and in 12