| What is The Explorean Kohunlich? | What can you expect from the Hotel? |
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The Explorean Kohunlich is an intimate and exclusive hotel that combines luxury, comfort and service, with the wildlife that surrounds this spectacular property. Each of your senses will be exposed, creating unique experiences that connect you with the flora and fauna of the region, and with the ancestral culture in which you are immersed.
You will live extraordinary emotions during your stay; each day will be a different one thanks to the wide variety of activities that are scheduled. The Explorean Kohunlich is the ideal place to forget about the routine and enjoy vacations like you have never before imagined. Dare to experience a totally different vacation, where luxury and adventure will be the main ingredients.
The Explorean Kohunlich is an intimate and exclusive hotel that combines luxury, comfort and service, with the wildlife that surrounds this spectacular property. Each of your senses will be exposed, creating unique experiences that connect you with the flora and fauna of the region, and with the ancestral culture in which you are immersed.
You will live extraordinary emotions during your stay; each day will be a different one thanks to the wide variety of activities that are scheduled. The Explorean Kohunlich is the ideal place to forget about the routine and enjoy vacations like you have never before imagined. Dare to experience a totally different vacation, where luxury and adventure will be the main ingredients.
Enjoy different types of activities that will bring you closer to the wildlife and culture of the region, while resting in an intimate space that provides all the comfort required. Our personalized guides will assist you in every activity so you can focus on the extraordinary details of each landscape.
The Explorean Kohunlich is for families that want to live a different kind of vacation, far from the city’s monotony and the traditional beach destinations; newly wedded couples that want to enjoy their intimacy in a romantic environment; people that want to get in touch with nature and the tranquility that it provides, still relying on the hotel’s comfort and excellent service; and also for small-company employee groups that look for bonding and fellowship within their work team in an unexpected site. The hotel recommends that the young guests be older than 14 years of age.
Immerse in the Quintana Roo jungle, The Explorean Kohunlich is located at 1.6 km from the Mayan ruins of Kohunlich, 60 km from Chetumal the capital city of Quintana Roo, and 70 km from Chetumal’s airport.
The Explorean Kohunlich will schedule your transportation if you call +52 (55) 5201 8350.
If you prefer to arrive at the hotel by your own means, it is important to consider the following:
- We are located at a 45 minutes away from Chetumal’s airport; you should take the freeway to Escarcega and later take the Kohunlich Ruins deviation until you reach Kilometer 5.6. You will then be able to see the hotel’s entrance.
- If you are in Cancun, you can get there by taking the 307 Federal Expressway until you reach the 186 Freeway, known as Carretera Federal a Escacega. Travel 62 km south up to Francisco Villa town. Here, turn left on a road that will lead you to the Kohunlich Ruins.
| From the hotel, the nearest tourist attractions are: | ||
| Kohunlich | 2.5 km | 5 min |
| Dzibanche and Kinichna | 38 km | 40 min |
| Calakmul Biosphere Reserve | 180 km | 2.5 hrs |
| Rio Hondo and Huay-pix Lagoon | 50 km | 45 min |
| Bacalar | 80 km | 50 min |
| Chichan-ha | 48 km | 50 min |
| Chakanbakan Lagoon | 38 km | 45 min |
| La Union | 130 km | 2.5 hrs |
| Archaeological sites in Campeche | 75 km | 1 hr |
| Tesoros | 80 km | 1hr 20 min |
The Southeastern Mexican climate is the following, depending on the season:
- From March to June: the temperature is excellent, fluctuating between 77°F and 86°F
- From June to October: the temperature is humid, fluctuating between 73.4°F and 84.2°F
- From November to February: due to the temperature is cooler, fluctuating between 64.4°F and 82.4°F, we recommend to wear a light sweater at night
According to your vacation’s weather conditions, we recommend you pack the following:
- Short Pants, capris or shorts.
- Several T-shirts, approximately 2 per day.
- Long sleeve cotton and light weight T-shirts, for the afternoon.
- An anorak for the afternoon, evening navigation and kayak tours.
- A pair of cotton trousers. NOT JEANS.
- Sweat pants (optional).
- Bathing suits.
- Comfortable shoes: tennis shoes or soft hiking boots.
- Sport Sandals, useful for navigation and kayak tours.
- Cap or hat.
- Sunscreen.
- Insect Repellent
The essence of KI´OL Spa is implied in the meaning of its Mayan name: To rejoice
- Escape into this private paradise and encounter ancient Mayan treasures that will make you feel completely renewed.
- Deeply soothing massages using mystic jade stones…
- Rich body wraps that will envelop your body in the sweetness of pineapple or the seductive scent of coffee…
- Delicious facials featuring a master blend of fruits and exotic flowers…
To rejoice in the rapture of your senses and your spirit is also part of the adventure!
Available treatments:
Massages |
Facials |
Body Treatments |
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KI´OL Massage
Polinesian Massage
Well-Being Back Massage
Jungle Woods Massage
Mayan Ritual
Hot Stones Massage
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NIKTE Ritual (Mayan for "Flower")
ICH (Mayan for "Fruit") Facial
For sensitive skins Antioxidant TICUL Facial
(Mayan for the colors Golden and Orange) |
Pineapple Exfoliation
Coffee Wrap
Tone-Up Yogurt Wrap
KAAB (Mayan for "Honey") Treatment
Rainstick Ritual (Palo de Lluvia)
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Choose a treatment to see its description.
| KI´OL Massage | 50 min./80 min. |
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The classic European massage technique based on the art of using oil to manipulate muscles and achieve relaxation, enhanced circulation and flexibility as well as relief of muscle pain and tension. A treatment that improves both mental and physical health. |
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| Polinesian Massage | 80 min. |
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A massage inspired by the Lomi Lomi technique, a tradition according to which physical manipulation of energy allows for tension and rigidity to be released, hence promoting profound physical and spiritual renovation. A dance of movements aimed at recreating the natural harmony of the body, the mind and the spirit. |
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| Well-Being Back Massage | 30 min. |
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This mini-massage focuses mainly on the back, shoulder and neck area. It will help relieve muscle pain and tension. It may be combined with facials as a pre-facial relaxing treatment! It takes place in a shiatsu chair in order to tackle those areas that need it the most. |
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| Jungle Woods Massage | 80 min. |
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There is no greater mystery than the energy of the jungle. A massage that uses two wooden sticks to relax and profoundly mold your silhouette, along with pure macadamia oil with a dash of delicate mimosa essence to envelop your body. Using ancient aboriginal dances, this massage will wrap you in the very essence of nature. |
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| Mayan Ritual | 80 min. |
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A ritual based on Mayan ceremonies of profound wellbeing. Mayan priests regarded jade as their sacred stone. The use of jade stones as the main element of this massage promotes relaxation of specific rigid body spots. A gift from the gods you cannot miss out on. |
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| Hot Stones Massage | 80 min. |
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A unique connection with nature. An ancient treatment using flat obsidian stones, heated at a perfectly soothing temperature, and scented oils as you enjoy a traditional Swedish massage. The penetrating heat warms joints and muscles, thus eliminating tension and delivering a deeply relaxing massage experience. |
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| NIKTE Ritual (Mayan for "Flower") | 50 min. |
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Enjoy this unique ritual filled with natural ingredients. It begins with a delicious welcome massage that will relax you, followed by a facial cleansing and light exfoliation to prepare your face for this moisturizing treatment. It is made of camellia oil and a mousse facial mask containing Baobab leaf extract that will increase skin tone and moisture. Your skin will be silky and radiant. |
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| ICH (Mayan for "Fruit") Facial For sensitive skins | 50 min. |
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Fruits are the essence of nature that makes your skin glow, nourishing and protecting it. The skin is first cleansed using a cleanser made of fruit extract, followed by the application of a mask that will refresh your skin. Ideal for sensitive or sunburned skin. |
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| Antioxidant TICUL Facial (Mayan for the colors Golden and Orange) | 50 min. |
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Enjoy all the power of nature’s antioxidants. A facial with a touch of melon, pumpkin, watermelon and red currant, on an amber wood and vanilla base. A sweet mixture of delicate ingredients that cleanse the skin and stimulate the absorption of vitamins and minerals that ensure perfect constant moisture. |
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| Pineapple Exfoliation | 50 min. |
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This delicious pineapple exfoliating mask gently exfoliates, softens and rejuvenates skin. Pure sugar grains smooth and repair, while pineapple cleanses and infuses your skin with a natural glow. And for a royal closure, enjoy a delicious relaxing massage using pineapple oil or our pineapple lotion. This nearly edible treatment will leave your skin silky, glistening and oh so sweetly fresh! |
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| Coffee Wrap | 50 min. |
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All the benefits of coffee come together in this wrap. It starts by removing dead cells while a scent of mint and citrus awakens your spirit. The green coffee wrap improves the skin’s uneven texture, increasing its vitality. A complete massage using energizing coffee oil will be the perfect ending for a fabulous treatment. Enjoy! |
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| Tone-Up Yogurt Wrap | 50 min. |
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There is nothing like this effective and pleasant treatment to tone up and increase your body’s firmness. Made of yogurt, with vitamins and nutrients that improve skin tonicity. Delicious textures applied to your body for truly exceptional results. |
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| KAAB (Mayan for "Honey") Treatment | 25 min. |
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Add an extra touch of pleasure with this foot treatment that uses a highly emollient fluid rich in honey extract. Perfect for dehydrated skin that calls for intensive regenerative action. |
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| Rainstick Ritual (Palo de Lluvia) | 50 min. |
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A treatment beginning with the sound of rain on your body, followed by an exfoliation with oats, chocolate, anise seeds and lime. Let yourself become wrapped in moisturizing and energizing red clay that will detoxify your body. Finish this treatment with a deep back massage that uses the chocolate, anise and lime oil. |
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