If you've been interested in the nightlife of Cancun on the Caribbean coast of Mexico, you've probably heard of one club — Coco Bongo Cancun. This club has long turned into a local travel legend. For some, this is a must-see item during a trip to Cancun, for others — too noisy and chaotic show.
Coco Bongo — This is not an ordinary nightclub. A concert, an acrobatic performance, a musical show, a circus and a giant party were mixed here. That is why the club regularly finds itself in international rankings of the best nightlife establishments in the world.
If you are going to visit Coco Bongo for the first time, it is better to understand in advance what to expect. Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your night at the club.
The main thing: this is not a nightclub
The first thing that surprises newcomers is — establishment format. If you're imagining a dark club with a DJ and a dance floor where you can quietly stand at the bar and talk with friends, you're in for a surprise.
Coco Bongo works according to a different logic. Every few minutes a new show begins on stage: acrobats under the ceiling, lighting effects, confetti and huge balloons, dance numbers, musical parodies. Imitators of famous stars regularly perform on stage, for example, performances in the style of Michael Jackson or rock shows to the music of Queen. And all this happens almost without pause. The show starts around 23:00 and continues until late at night.
In fact, this is not a club, but a large spectacular performance in which the audience simultaneously becomes part of the party.
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The cheapest ticket may be the most inconvenient
Many tourists, when buying a ticket for the first time, choose the cheapest option. This is the General Admission category. The price usually ranges from about $70 to $110 based on the day of the week and season. The ticket includes entry to the club, access to the bar, and several locally produced drinks.
But there is an important nuance. Guests with this ticket are seated on the main dance floor, where there are no assigned seats. On popular evenings, a huge crowd gathers here. Sometimes it is so dense that it becomes difficult to move around the hall. It may also turn out that the scene is difficult to see.
In this regard, a cheap ticket — This is a choice for those who want the atmosphere of a big party and are not too worried about comfort.
Better places cost more
If the target — To really see the show, many experienced visitors advise buying tickets of a higher category. The most popular options:
- Gold Member — approximately 140-160 dollars
- Front Row — 160-175 dollars
- Royal Service — 200-225 dollars
You will notice the difference immediately. Such tickets usually provide separate or express entry, a table or assigned seat, seats on a balcony or in an area with good visibility, waiter service, and access to premium alcohol.
The most important thing about expensive tickets — the option to calmly watch the show rather than try to view it from the depths of the dance floor. Many travelers admit that it is the higher-level tickets that make the evening truly memorable.
«Open bar» it doesn't work as easy as it seems
Almost all tickets include open bar — unlimited drinks. This sounds very attractive. But the reality depends on the ticket category.
On the main dance floor, a typical situation sometimes arises: getting to the bar counter through a dense crowd turns out to be difficult. In addition, the standard alcoholic set is quite simple: rum, tequila, beer and basic cocktails.
Therefore, guests with higher-level tickets receive another advantage: drinks are brought directly to their table.
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Queues — part of the evening program
The popularity of Coco Bongo also has a downside. On some evenings the line to get in can be quite long. Even if the ticket is purchased in advance, it is better to arrive a little earlier. This will allow you to calmly go through security, take your seat and not miss the start of the show.
In addition, the atmosphere in front of the entrance is appropriate: music, a crowd of tourists and the feeling of a big party that is about to begin.
The best way to acquire pleasure — don't take everything too seriously
Coco Bongo often gets mixed reviews. Some call it the best club in their lives. Others say it's too noisy, too bright and too tourist-oriented. And in a sense, both sides are right. It is indeed a very loud and slightly chaotic place. But that is precisely his idea.
If you treat what is happening as a grand show, with music, acrobatics, lights and thousands of people around, the evening can turn out to be very bright. Sometimes travel is memorable for moments like these: when you find yourself in the middle of a huge party somewhere on the shores of the Caribbean Sea. And it is for such experiences that thousands of tourists come to Coco Bongo Cancun every year.