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Cozumel New Year’s Fly-in

General Overview

7 Days/6 nights
Departs from Key West, FL on Sunday
Returns to Key West, FL on Saturday
Trip limited to a maximum of 15 aircraft

Welcome the New Year on the beautiful Caribbean Island of Cozumel with Caribbean Sky Tours; natives of the region. On this trip, you will be based on this beautiful Caribbean Island where you will have ample time to relax and  do some scuba diving, snorkeling, golfing, deep sea fishing or just simply relax on the beach. A day-trip by plane to Chichen Itza, one of the seven wonders of the world, is planned where we will fly over and visit the site before the tour buses arrive. There is also an optional day trip to the mysterious site of Kohunlich, located deep in the Yucatan jungle as well as many opportunities to visit other destinations in the area.  This trip is designed for relaxing with no relocation required during the trip. A special farewell dinner is planned for the group in San Miguel village.

Price: $ Airplane registration (non-refundable)
  $ per person double occupancy

Cost per additional person or for single occupancy available upon request.

 

Navigation Information

Our route will take us over water; life jackets and a life raft are required which can be purchased or rented prior to departure. Contact Caribbean Sky Tours for assistance in locating a suitable vendor.


Key West to Cozumel
385 NM
Cozumel to Chichen Itza
86 NM
Chichen Itza to Cozumel
86 NM
Cozumel to Kohunlich
192 NM
Kohunlich to Cozumel
192 NM
Cozumel to Key West
385 NM

Total distance: 1,326 NM

 

Airports of landing
ICAO Identifier
Runway length
Key West
KEYW
4,801 FT
Cozumel
MMCZ
8,858 FT
Chichen Itza
MMCT
9,186 FT
Kohunlich
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3,281 FT



Itinerary

There will be a pre-flight briefing on Saturday Dec. 27th at 7:00 pm at the for those participants who have arrived (pre-flight briefing location to be confirmed). The group will meet at the Key West airport FBO on Sunday for a final trip review and briefing.

Day 1 Sunday
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Leave from Key West, Florida to Cozumel International Airport. Upon arrival, we will clear customs and immigration and refuel the aircraft. Then we will transfer to the Hotel and check in. Refuel After you are checked in, you are free to relax and explore the area. In the evening we will meet for a group dinner at the hotel to discuss activities and options for the week.

Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2 Monday

Participants are free to go scuba diving, snorkeling, deep sea fishing, kayaking or simply relax on the beach. For the restless pilots in the group, you can take advantage of nearby destinations and fly your plane to places like Cancun, Isla Mujeres, Holbox Island, Xpujil and more.

Meals Included: ALL

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Day 3 Tuesday
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Group Activity: Chichen Itza Flying Tour. Leave the hotel early in the morning to get to Chichen Itza, one of the world’s seven wonders, before the crowds. Upon arrival, private transportation will be waiting to take us to  the famous archaeological site and nearby Cenote where we can tour. Lunch will be in Chichen and we will fly back to Cozumel in the afternoon.

Meals Included: ALL

Day 4 Wednesday

Optional: Day trip to the Kohunlich archeological site via the Riviera Maya. Enjoy a bird’s eye view of the world’s second largest barrier reef, Beautiful beaches, Sian Kaan biosphere reserve, Bacalar Lagoons (lagoon of the seven colors) and endless Yucatan jungle forest. The Kohunlich airstrip was built by archeologists exploring sites deep in the jungle of the Yucatan and is accessible to Caribbean Sky Tours. Those wishing to visit the archeological site can see the original coverings of the pyramids at the Temple of the Masks.

Meals Included: ALL

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Day 5 Thursday
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Enjoy the first day of the New Year with sun, water and margaritas! Relax on the beach. Enjoy complimentary snorkeling equipment and kayaks or take a tour of the island. Divers and golfers can have special arrangements made at hotel. (Diving and Golfing expenses are not included).

Meals Included: ALL

Day 6 Friday

Last Day on the beach. Relax and enjoy! For the restless pilots In the bunch, fly over to Isla Mujeres and explore the island.

Group Activity: Night out in San Miguel Village for some shopping and a Mexican Gourmet Farewell Dinner with live music.

Meals Included: ALL

 

 

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Day 7 Saturday
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Transfer to the Cozumel International Airport for the return flight to Key West, Florida.

Meals Included:Breakfast

 

Travel & Medical Insurance

Caribbean Sky Tours recommends that all participants obtain travel insurance and verify that their medical insurance also covers them in Mexico.

Most insurance companies will offer Package or Comprehensive Policies that include coverage for trip interruption, trip cancellation, travel accidents, medical emergencies and emergency medical transportation. Some insurance companies offer “Cancel for Any Reason” policies at an additional cost.

The following link will help you with information on travel insurance policies. It allows you to compare coverages and prices and, if you find a policy that meets your needs, you can purchase it online. A 1-800 number is also provided in case you have any travel insurance related questions.

 

Sign-up Procedure

To sign-up for this trip, please click on the link below and download trip information and the forms you need to complete. Fill out, sign and send us the required forms. A deposit of US$ 350 for Airplane Registration and 50% of the total cost of the trip will be due when you sign-up.

Please fill out all forms legibly, using block letters.

FAX the completed and signed documents to our Toll Free FAX number
1-888-632-3196
or mail to 411 Walnut St., No. 3094, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043.

Payments can be made with Visa or Mastercard or by sending a check to 411 Walnut St. No. 3094, Green Cove Springs, FL, 32043. Your space will not be reserved until ALL documents have been properly completed and submitted, and the deposit has been received, at which time a confirmation will be sent to you.

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