Visit the Boca Del Puma Eco-Park in Puerto Morelos
The ecological reserve offers 100 hectares or 250 acres of virgin jungle in the Riviera Maya. Its passion is safeguarding the trees and the wildlife in this reserve. Boca Del Puma is a historical site where family residents were the very first pioneers to arrive and share the jungle with the Mayan people in as early as 1890.
The center of attention of tours offered here are the love, passion and history of this land, meeting those who lived and grew up in the region and a visit into the family historical museum. Other attractions are the folklore of the trees and plants, the pineapple garden, the giant cieba tree´ and its “Xtaby”, the guardian of the beautiful crystal clear natural cenote, and stories of “Alux”, the little protectors left by the Mayans. Also included is visiting the zapote tree for any demonstration of how the chiclet gum had been harvested as well as produced and being drawn into the magical world of the actual jungle heaven.
Tours and activities you can find within this Eco Park are as follows:
Extreme Zipline Tour
Almost flying from their panoramic view of virgin jungle, your first jump off the Mayan tower, “Spider Monkey Crossing,” is about as extreme as it gets! The most amazing adrenaline for all ages experienced Zippers or even first time flyers and since it is the only Nature Reserve in the area. Authorities named its’ 7 incredible Zips after the animals they are most familiar with seeing on each line.
Horseback Tour
This is no ordinary Horseback Riding Tour along made up paths or beach trails: in this natural reserve, professional guides lead you through real Mayan jungle terrain. Skilled riders or first time cowboys will find themselves riding in a unique area where the natural good reputation for the area brings together the local culture with historic Mayan traditions. Then a cool swim in the natural cenote caves and then back in the saddle for another amazing ride, followed by a traditional light lunch. You will truly take with you a real and unique experience of the actual land and the warmth of the people that have inhabited this stunning jungle for more than 2000 years.
Cenote Adventure
The perfect combination of local culture and Mayan tradition, the actual tour will start your jungle adventure with a biking path to the small historical town of Central Vallarta. The unique history, jungle tales and the warmth of the families of the area create a perfect chance to really become familiar with the people inside a completely non-commercial setting. Then back to the natural reserve of Boca Del Puma to walk in jungle paths, swim in the refreshing waters associated with crystal clear underground cenote caves as well as experience their very own family art gallery of “ Chiclero” history. You will reveal jungle secrets, methods of chewing gum extraction, as well as learn about unique plants and trees, like the giant Mayan ceiba tree.
If by any chance at any time of your life you could have the privilege to experience this Eco Park you will be achieving something to cherish for your life.