In this same region, the sharp sightedness of some Mexicans has taken advantage of the geological features, vegetation, water bodies, beaches and native wildlife combined with recreation, education and culture, without losing the fundamental concept of nature preservation, making a new concept of ecological parks.

Xcaret and Xel Ha Park offer a wide range of fun attractions that allow the approach to nature in a safe, environmentally friendly, interactive and educational way. Moreover, the great activity and success of these parks have developed research programs, education, welfare and protection of local flora and fauna and have supported the conservation of some resources and protected areas of the peninsula and even the country. In these parks,  the conservation of original vegetation is remarkable, technical teams have developed successful rescue methods, transplanting, cultivation and propagation of shrubs and trees,  unique in the country,  that are being adopted by the new developments to prevent the introduction of non- native forests and to reforest the jungle disturbed areas.

Some powerful tools to achieve conservation of the environment are education and outreach. Xcaret and Xel Ha Park have developed environmental programs at different schools in Quintana Roo.

Xel Ha Natural Park has implemented waste separation and recycling programs in the community of Chemuyil. Through cultural events, it motivates people to adopt these methods as a daily practices to prevent pollution of the environment.

Among this many educational activities, Xcaret and Xel Ha Park have workshops and eco-tours behind the exhibits that invite everyone to participate in the release of marine turtles or cleaning up beaches.

These parks can envision a new era of eco-tourism: visitors are aware that the tickets to Xel Ha, not only mean a long  fun-packed day but are also reflected in various programs supporting environmental conservation. Also, these parks instill respect for nature, because our planet demands it.

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Nowadays, ecology plays a very important role in Xel Ha Park, which facilities have been built with uttermost care for environment. Respect for nature is the axis of all projects.

As part of other Xel Ha Park programs, they care for wild birds and provide feeding for migratory birds on the 64 hectares of lowland tropical forest within the park.

The park does not practice harmful activities inside, like fumigating, burning or clearing land. One of the Xel Ha park’s on-going projects is the reforestation of all park areas with native plants. Also, fish and other marine species get special attention at Xel Ha Natural Park. They are not only protected and fed every day, but their population and health are monitored.

Some other additional projects include habitat and artificial reef construction, reforesting the sea bed and the creation of water quality monitoring systems. Xel Ha Park treats reprocesses gray water for use in vegetation irrigation. There are actually three plants working together to process gray water without chemicals. Process products are used to fertilize water and otherwise cultivate native plants in the parks conservatories and nurseries.

Where to start being environmentally friendly when so many problems are simmering under our eyes? Extinction of endangered species, garbage management, sea water pollution, global warming and more. IT’S ALARMING!

Let’s begin with the examination of our own conscience!

When you purchase tickets to Xel Ha you are being part of the eco-friendly minds, but your contribution may start from now on this site, leaving your comments of how can others others help to raise awareness towards the environment. Thank You!.

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