Roger’s travelogue

uploaded on 13 March 2008

Danzon Princess uploaded on 13 March 2008

One evening a local dance group made up of young boys and girls from the neighboring town of Bacalar entertained guests at Rancho Encantado. The group performs "Danzon", a Carribean style of dancing blending Spanish, Creole and Cuban rhythms. This young woman was the featured dancer and was headed to Mexico City to study dance in college.

Hibiscus at Rancho Encantado uploaded on 13 March 2008

Jungle flowers, including many species of orchids abound at Rancho Encantado. This hibiscus contrasted with the walls of the dining room.

Ready for Boating on the Laguna uploaded on 13 March 2008

Small boats, including these kayaks, are available at Rancho Encantado or nearby for boating on Laguna Bacalar. The waters are usually calm and serene, and the lake is a great place for beginners to try this sport. Windsurfing, snorkling and scuba are other relaxing activities available on the freshwater lake. Some of the cenotes within the lake can be over 600 feet deep for the deepest dives, but most of the lake is only ten to 20 feet deep.

Meditation Palapa uploaded on 13 March 2008

This palapa is available for private meetings or for guests to sit and relax in the jungle environment at Rancho Encantado.

Massage Palapa, Rancho Encantado uploaded on 13 March 2008

A massage over the lapping waters of the Laguna Bacalar in this palapa is one of the most relaxing hours ever spent. Four hand massages are available as well as a variety of herbal wraps and aromatherapy treatments.

Hammock Palapa on the Dock at Sunrise uploaded on 13 March 2008

Early morning is serene on Laguna Bacalar at Rancho Encantado. The dock invites swimming or relaxing in the hammocks in the shade later in the day when the sun is bright and warm.

Mural, Casita #3, Rancho Encantado uploaded on 13 March 2008

This mural is an example of the local art found in each of the casitas at Rancho Encantado. Maya culture in this part of the Yucatan lives on in its people, food, art, ruins of past civilizations, and in the Museum of Maya Culture in Chetumal, just a short drive from our resort.

Casita at Rancho Rncantado uploaded on 13 March 2008

Rancho Encantado is located in the jungles of the Yucatan Peninsula. Small casitas line the Laguna Bacalar, a pristine lagoon renowned for its vibrant colors, clear waters and limestone bottom.

Rancho Encantado, A Jungle Retreat uploaded on 13 March 2008

Rancho Encantado is located right off a main highway, but it is tucked away in the jungle, down a short, primitive road.