As the summer comes to an end many of you must be daydreaming about your next vacation. Why not try something different and head to Chetumal? The climate, scenery and adventures to be found are sure to impress. Your small party will be given the best service and attention around at our inviting B &B. We´re here so come and join us for a week or two! You deserve it!

“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” – St. Augustine

1. We care! – Ohpana Discovery Tours top goal is to make this vacation your best!  Our attention to detail and desire to go above and beyond your expectations makes us your perfect choice.

2.  Beautiful weather!  – The southern state of Quintana Roo has gorgeous, warm weather all year round.  It´s perfect for checking out the sites and taking a swim.

3.  New house! – Our accommodations are brand spankin´new!  New beds, furniture, appliances  – well new everything!  We´re confident you´ll feel more than at home while enjoying your stay. Remember “mi casa es tu casa”.

4. Mayan ruins! – There are soooooooooo many different sites to check out during your stay including many that are off the beaten path. Local guides are more than happy to share a full history of the sites with you.  What better way to spend your day than wandering the often forested areas looking at ancient pyramids and ruins?

5.  Lakes, Cenotes and Rivers! – Take a dip or just enjoy the view at the many lakes and cenotes in the area.  The largest lake, Bacalar, is a truly amazing site.  It´s so hard to believe the intense 7 shades of green blue  are fresh water!  Join locals at an off the road  river to cool off and be carried by the current.

6.  Delicious Food! – All this activity will be sure to stir up your appetite.  Count on super fresh and creatively prepared seafood dishes, local treats and lots of fruit!  Thirsty? Try a michelada or one of many different waters flavoured with fruit.  In the evenings enjoy a Marquesita (mmm melted cheese in a crunchy crepe like shell…) or tacos in the city square.

7.  Get in shape! – If getting more exercise is one of your goals, join us for early morning or evening jogs or powerwalks along the boardwalk.  Running by the ocean is so refreshing!

8. Snorkeling! – Try out snorkeling at the coral reef in Mahahual.  How many fish and sea creatures can you spot?  Spend the afternoon discovering the reef and sharing with friends.

9. Kayaking! – Many lakes and beaches offer an opportunity to paddle around.  See birds and vegetation up close while practicing a fun sport.

10.  Local homes! – Be invited to join a local family for a meal and be able to see how folks in the area really live.  Interested in more of this sort of thing?  Visits to local schools, churches, clubs, and farms can definitely be arranged.

Hi folks!

I want to remind you to not be shy and leave us a comment now and again.  We´d love to hear what you think of the blog and ways we might improve.  Also any questions you might have about the area would be great!

Keep in mind as well  that we divide our time between Mexico City and Chetumal so if you´re ever in D.F.  and would like some help in finding your way around or visiting sites in the surrounding area, let us know!

Enjoy this beautiful and very rainy (well here in the city!) weekend!

I must say I´m really looking forward to getting out of the city and heading down to Chetumal for a month.  I have a lot of things planned to make the most of my time, but of course relaxing falls on the top of my list.  Can´t wait to take morning runs on the boardwalk, eat delicious seafood, go swimming, visit ruins and read some great books!  Oh did I mention I have some work to do around the house too? Anyways, we are looking for someone to share the ride back to D.F. around the middle of August so let me know if anyone wants to take a trip around that time. 

Does it get any better?

Many of you have asked me what´s with the name? Let me save you from your curiosity. Ohpana comes from a Nahuatl (Aztec)  word roughly translating to mean “return again”.  That´s exactly what we are hoping you will do! Come and visit us again and again! Makes more sense now right? Enjoy your day and your week and I hope to hear from you soon.

We are so pleased with our new vehicle. It is a Toyota Avanza and seats comfortably 7 passengers. I will soon post a photo!

Are you looking for a real adventure? Why not come and rent our new 3 bedroom house for a week or two? You will find Chetumal and the surrounding area a very welcome place for folks willing to give Spanish and lots of hand gestures a try! Wander the streets and boardwalk of Quintana Roo´s capital city. Try the infamous and very delicious “marquesitas” in the town square. Swim in the Bacalar Laguna and Cenote. Take the bus to a number of beautiful beaches and Mayan ruins. Contact Emily for more details! ohpanatours@gmail.com

Oxtankah - nearby Mayan ruins

What an Adventure!

Returning to the city after seven beautiful days in Chetumal is always tough! What a fun time we had! My three guests arrived to Mexico City on the 5th and after dropping off their gear we went to wander the cobblestone streets of the beautiful “Magic Town” , Tepoztlan. They had their first introduction to delicious Mexican cuisine as we feasted on sopes, tlacoyos and quesadillas. The next day we visited the Sun and Moon pyramids at Teotihuacan before heading to the small towns of Zumpango and Tepozotlan. On Monday we toured Mexico City and on Tuesday we flew to Chetumal. Our guests loved our new house and the quietness of Quintana Roo´s capital city. Over the next week we visited the Bacalar Laguna and Cenote; Mahahual (an amazing beach on the Caribbean Ocean); the Mayan ruins at Oxtankah, Tulum and Cobà; and a very natural beach located with the Sian Kaan National Wildlife Reserve. Of course drinks and delicious food were also enjoyed next to the ocean boardwalk in the heart of Chetumal. The weather was absolutely gorgeous – what more could we ask for?!?!

Can you see why we are already working on plans to get another week long trip going in July? I can´t wait! Email me for more info at ohpanatours@gmail.com

Ohpana Discovery Tours is so excited to be hosting its first organised tour!  The tour will be the second week of April and is sure to be filled with SO many memorable moments.  We are really looking forward to enjoying some beautiful weather and a slower pace.  It should be a great time!  We´ll let you know how it goes!

Escape from it all!

We are just beginning our adventure of starting our own tour company in beautiful Chetumal. Choose this beautiful and virtually unknown paradise for your next getaway! Please email Emily at ohpanatours@gmail.com with any questions or comments!