Sometimes a trip to Mexico is just about soaking up the sun, swimming in a sumptuous pool and sipping a tequila-laced cocktail-preferably all at the same time.
Other times, a trip South of the Border contains a mix of rest & relaxation and getting an adrenaline rush during an exhilarating excursion.
Here are some of the most thrilling side-trips and bucket-list activities you will find in Mexico.
Cenote Dos Ojos (Quintana Roo)
Cenotes are natural swimming pools that are only revealed when the limestone above them collapses. Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula is chock-full of them; Cenote Dos Ojos (meaning Cenote Two Eyes in Spanish) being one of the most thrilling.
Part of the magic of this cenote is that one of the "eyes" is full of dark water, which makes for an otherworldly scuba-diving experience.
Sumidero Canyon (Chiapas)
The Mexican state of Chiapas is rife with fascinating indigenous culture and stunning landscapes. The number one natural sight in the state is hands-down Sumidero Canyon, a popular excursion from San Cristóbal de las Casas.
The most exciting way to experience Sumidero? By speed boat. Vessels set off on the Grijalva River daily and give riders a bird's eye view of the fascinating geology and animal life (watch out for crocodiles, though) of the canyon from within its steep walls.
Taking Cooking Classes and Tasting Mezcal (Oaxaca)
Oaxaca has become an "it" destination in recent years. A good majority of this newfound popularity comes from its native spirit mezcal and the array of tantalizing local food. Spending a day learning how to cook Oaxacan cuisine or getting schooled on mezcal-making is an excursion that will linger long after you leave.
Oh, and to get your pulse really racing, be sure to try the fried grasshoppers at the market before or after your class.
Visit Mexico with Funjet Vacations to start crossing these excursions off your bucket list.
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