Want to see a part of Mexico you probably never envisioned? Well, Grand Velas resorts in Riviera Nayarit and Riviera Maya are offering special packages to entice visitors. One is the Whale Watching Photo Safari in Banderas Bay, the other a Muyil Forest and Float Tour through the Yucatan’s Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve — home to 800 plant species, 350 species of birds, as well as jaguars, pumas, monkeys, crocodiles and turtles. You will also visit ancient Mayan ruins. The resort is 40 miles from Cancun.

The Whale Watching package starts at $352 per person per night and is available Jan. 4-March 31. The Sian Ka’an Biosphere package starts at $438 per person per night and is available Jan. 3-April 30. Both rates are based on double occupancy and include suite accommodations, a la carte gourmet dining at a choice of specialty restaurants, premium beverages, 24-hour in-suite service, use of the fitness center, activities for adults and children, and taxes and gratuities. Call 1-888-320-7569 and mention promo code GVNYKWEWHALE, or visit www.grandvelas.com.