Shel-Ha

The Shel-Ha Natural Park has become a real “treasure” for Mexicans and tourists from all over the world. Many people know that Mexico is a country where the people have preserved the traditions and customs of the Mayans and Aztecs. Numerous buildings and their objects have been restored in their memory, and they blend harmoniously with modern buildings. Local residents recommend visiting the park.

The History of Shel-Ha

It should be said that this natural park was one of the most favorite places among the Mayan rulers, translated from the Mayan language - Shel-Ha, which means “the place where water was born.” For the Indians, the object was primarily of interest from the point of view of its practical capabilities: the place was used as a port, and later the Mayan kings began to use Shel-Ha for recreation. This is due to the fact that there are convenient natural conditions here, as well as the beautiful flora and fauna for which Mexico is so famous. Of these special places, we can highlight the presence of:

• karst caves and lakes;
• natural areas where a huge number of plants and trees grow;
• ruins of Mayan structures;
• rich flora and fauna, where every visitor can get up close and personal with iguanas, turtles and parrots.

The lagoon is especially surprising, where tourists have the opportunity to see various fish and other marine life. The unusual beauty of the local waters fascinates you - it gives off shades of emerald color.

Features of Shel-Ha

One of the favorite spectacles in the park is the “dance” of the dolphin. Anyone who has been here knows that there are a lot of dolphins here, and sometimes they start jumping out and diving, entertaining people. If you want to get closer to the “treasure” for Mexicans, you can safely go to Shel-Ha. Don't forget to take scuba gear and dive with an instructor who will lead you on a real underwater excursion.

The park operates in Tulum on the Caribbean coast of the State of Quintana Roo. It was founded in 1984 and is managed by the Mexican Experiencias Xcaret Group. Shel Ha preserves 75% of its habitat through a plant rescue, propagation and reforestation program begun in 2000.