The Sacred Mayan Passage takes place at the end of May. 26-foot canoes, crewed by 4 – 6 participants, will travel from Xcaret on the mainland, to the island of Cozumel and then back. The three day event reenacts Mayan pilgrimages undertaken by the original Yucatan inhabitants. Beginning with a trip to Xcaret, pilgrims engage in rituals to honor the goddess Ixchel, in an overnight celebration. At the first rays of the sun, the canoes enter the water en route for Cuzamil.  Upon arrival, more offerings are made to the goddess, and the canoes return to Playa del Carmen, on the mainland bringing the goddess’ omens of good fortune.