My sister and I decided to try out the tandem kayak that is offered free of charge to those staying at the Mayan Palace. They also have single kayaks as well as triple tandem kayaks. When we got splashed, we realized that the water was very green with algae, and that perhaps sitting in puddles of pond water was a little more adventurous than we preferred. It was my first time kayaking, while my sister had kayaked previously in Hawai'i. We were still both beginners. The kayaks get a lot of wear and tear, since most of the folks that take them out are beginners like my sister and me. We almost ran aground at least three times. We were unable to take the kayaks out very far, just a few canals and lakes. This is inside the resort, so this is where all the beginners must go. Perhaps there is another kayaking opportunity for those more experienced elsewhere.
I enjoyed my short kayaking adventure, but I did wish the canals would extend all over the resort so that you could tour the whole resort by kayak or boat. There is also a boat that you can ride. It pretty much takes you where the kayaks go, but you don't get a workout. It can take up to about 20-25 people at once.
Afterward, my sister and I retired to the pool to relax our tired arms. We were still uneasy about sitting in pond scum from kayaking, so we left to rinse off in the shower in our room.
Even though this activity is free, make sure you bring a few bills to tip your kayaking attendant. Both Mexican pesos and American dollars are accepted at the resort.