Zip-line Extreme Canopy Tour

Cost: $100 (12 and older), $50 (3 – 11 years old)

Included: Transportation, 9 zip-line circuit + Aqua zip, Tarzania (zip line coaster), transfer by military truck to the cenote, swim in a private cenote, light lunch (Chicken or flank steak or vegetable burrito, and flavored water)

Not Included: Tip (a $5 USD per person cash gratuity is expected). Lockers are available at $7 USD each. Towels are available at $7 USD each. Photos are available at $29 USD per person.

Depart time: 9:30am   Return time: 3:15pm

Age: Minimum age 3 years

Description: Your heart will be pounding and the adrenaline flowing as you take flight on the first of 10 world-class zip lines, (the last zip line is for you to decide if you want to finish dry or get soaked in our all new Aqua Zip!) Then, you’re off to Tarzania: the Zip line Coaster. This is the ultimate jungle ride to unleash your primal Tarzan yell! Once your feet are back on the ground, it’s time to head farther into the jungle on a Safari truck ride. Your destination is our very own private cenote. This natural water hole is the perfect way to freshen up and play!

Important Comments and Restrictions

• What to wear: Comfortable, light and airy clothes like shorts, t-shirt, tennis shoes, swimming suit. Bring towel and extra money ($5 gratuity is expected).

• Only biodegradable suntan or sun block lotion, and insect repellent is allowed

• This tour is not suitable for pregnant women or people with back or heart problems.

• Maximum weight allowed: 243 lbs (110 kgs). Maximum waist size: 47 inch. (120 cm.)

• Minimum weight to do Tarzania 99 lbs (45 kg)

 Cave Tour - Rio Secreto

Registration for Rio Secreto closed at 7:00 PM on Monday!

Cost: $100 (13 years and older), $60 (4 – 12 years old)

Included: Transportation, professional tour guides at the park, lunch regional menu, equipment for all activities: wet suits, helmets, flashes light, towels & lockers.

Not Included: Tip (a $5 USD per person cash gratuity is expected).

Depart time: 10:10am   Return time: 3:00pm

Age: Minimum age 4 years

Description: The region’s most unique natural treasure - Rio Secreto! Dare to live a fantastic experience in one of the most incredible venues in the Riviera Maya. Enter this natural place filled with a kaleidoscope of speleothems (structures formed from mineral deposits) and walk an easy 600m-route amidst thousands of stalactites and stalagmites found in this protected natural reserve. Learn and marvel in this ancient, magical subterranean world that remained unexplored for years. A truly unforgettable tour!

Upon arrival, our guides will greet visitors and give them the security measures and suitable equipment. Prior to entry into the Mayan underworld, visitors will tour the natural reserve trails where they will receive a Mayan welcome. Visitors will hike and swim through its beautiful natural glass galleries on a tour of 1 km for approximately 90 minutes. A regional snack will be enjoyed after this unique and exciting experience.

Important Comments

• How to dress & what to bring: Comfortable clothing, water shoes or walking plastic shoes, (no flip flops), bathing suit on, short-sleeved t-shirt is recommended & additional set of dry clothes.

• Bring Water Shoes (required)

• Credit card or cash for tips, photos & souvenirs.

• Please do not use sun block, bug repellent or body cream before the activity.

• Restrictions: Maximum weight: 250lb /120 kg.

• Do not wear any type of jewelry

• This tour is not for pregnant women, people with severe physical handicaps, heart disease.

Catamaran Boat Trip w/ Snorkeling

Cost: $80

Included: Transportation, four hours chartered cruise, beverages (bottled water, sodas, full open bar), lunch on board, quality sound system, huge shaded areas, large sun decks, toilets with freshwater sinks, freshwater showers, lifejackets and snorkel equipment with new tubes for everybody, professional and experienced crew

Not Included: Tip (a $6 USD per person cash gratuity is expected).

Depart time: 9am   Return time: 2:50pm

Age: Minimum age 18

Description: Picture yourself sailing on a luxury 65’ catamaran through the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea along the beautiful coast of the Riviera Maya. Our experienced crew will set anchor at the world second largest Barrier Reef where escorted with experienced snorkel guides you will explore the breathtaking underwater world of the Caribbean Sea. Back on board we serve you a delicious grilled buffet menu along with tropical drinks from our full open bar. Good music, dancing, lively atmosphere and the friendly crew will make this cruise an unforgettable experience!

Important Comments

• What to wear: t-shirt, shorts, bathing suit, sunglasses, cap. If you are planning to swim, bring a towel and underwater camera.

• To protect marine life, the use of biodegradable suntan lotion is mandatory.

Mayan Ruin Tour of Tulum

Cost: $50 (all ages)

Included: Transportation, bilingual tour guide, entrance fee to Tulum and trolley ride, guided tour of Tulum archaeological site, soft drinks and bottled water on the bus (3 drinks per person), tips to tour guides

Not Included: Lunch

Depart time: 8am   Return time: 1:30pm

Age: all ages

Description: Tulum is thought to have been a major Mayan Port. The Mayan built the archaeological zone, a walled city on a cliff that overlooks a small cove.

Many of the representations on the monuments relate to the Descending God, although only one temple built for this deity can be found. Some of the major structures are: The Castle, the Temple of the Descending God, House of the Columns (The Great Palace), and the Temple of the Frescoes. When strolling among the temples, you will have a magical encounter with this millenarian culture.

Important Comments

• When using a video camera, there is a fee to be paid on site to Archaeological Site Authorities.

• What to wear: Comfortable cotton clothes - shorts, t-shirt, sandals, sunglasses and towel. Only bio-degradable suntan lotion is allowed.

Advanced Registration for Excursions has closed.

Subject to availability, additional Excursion registrations may be available when you check-in at Conference.

Cancelations - No refunds after July 1st

Email excursions@novo.org for cancelations or changes

Onsite Activities

If none of the above excursions are interesting to you, the resort has other activities to offer. Some of these activities like the beach, the pool, the fitness center (16 years and older) are readily available whenever you are. If interested in playing tennis, contact Joel Berryhill directly (joel.berryhill@novo.org) as there are courts. There is a golf course, spa, scuba diving and other water sports equipment available for purchase/rent directly from the hotel.