Riviera Maya, Mexico (July 30, 2020) - Families visiting the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya this summer and beyond can explore 206 acres of lush vegetation with the new Jungle Adventure Experience. The guided eco-educational tour, given in the resort's private Yucatan jungle, showcases the area's remarkable wildlife and natural wonders. 

While in the Yucatan jungle, children will see mangroves, flora and fauna, and a freshwater cenote. They will learn how eco-friendly paper is made and even make their own. The tour also includes a traditional Mayan ceremony with a butterfly release and workshop to create their own canvas paintings from recycled materials. Finally, kids can feed the resort's fish living in a cenote located by the resort's Mayan restaurant, Chaka.

Each child participating in the tour will receive a special kit, inclusive of binoculars; pamphlet identifying regional flora and fauna; puzzle with the resort's beloved mascot, Pancho; Grand Velas baseball cap, and a bottle of water.

The Private Jungle Adventure Experience costs $375 USD for up to 5 people.

Resort nightly rates start at $478 USD. Rates are per person based on double occupancy and include luxury suite accommodations, à la carte gourmet meals at a variety of specialty restaurants, premium branded beverages, 24-hour in-suite service, fitness center, taxes, gratuity and more. For reservations or additional information, call 1-888-407-4869, or visit rivieramaya.grandvelas.com.

About Grand Velas Riviera Maya:

The AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya in Mexico is an ultra-luxury all-inclusive. Guests can choose accommodations among oceanfront, ocean view and a Zen-like setting, embraced by the flora and fauna of the Yucatan Peninsula's jungle and mangroves. All 539 suites are more than 1,100 sq. ft., with balconies and some with private plunge pools. Eight restaurants, including five gourmet offerings, present a tour through Mexico, Europe and Asia. Cocina de Autor, at the hands of world-renowned celebrity chefs Bruno Oteiza and Mikel Alonso, holds the AAA Five Diamond Award, the first all-inclusive restaurant in the world to win this prestigious distinction. Included on Forbes Travel Guide's list of The World's Most Luxurious Spas, SE Spa is known for its authentic Mexican treatments, offerings from around world and signature seven-step Water Ceremony. Other features include 24-hour Personal Concierge; 24/7 in-suite service; three swimming pools; two fitness centers; water sports; innovative Kids' Clubs and Teens' Club; and Baby Concierge. The resort offers more than 46,660 square feet of indoor meeting space plus outdoor areas for events. Eduardo Vela Ruiz, founder and president of Velas Resorts, operates Velas Resorts with brother Juan Vela, vice president of Velas Resorts, by his side. Explore tips, recipes, lifestyle and travel trends, and the latest news about Velas Resorts on the digital mag: www.velasmagazine.com.