Río Secreto Nature Reserve from Playa del Carmen Entrance or Tour

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3 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Journey into an underground river and marvel at ancient stalactites and stalagmites. As you wade through turquoise water, an expert guide explains geological secrets and points out flora and fauna. Back in the jungle, enjoy a buffet lunch with Mayan cuisine included in all options.

Río Secreto Admission (Without Transportation): Explore the cenote and cave at your own pace.

Río Secreto + Transport: Includes admission and transportation from select Playa del Carmen hotels. Enjoy the cenote and cave without worrying about logistics.

Río Secreto + PLUS: Enhance your adventure with a bike ride,, Rappel and Zip-Lines. Enjoy the cenote tour and a buffet lunch featuring Mayan cuisine.

Río Secreto + Tulum: Combine your visit with a guided tour of the Mayan city of Tulum. Enjoy natural wonders and historical treasures.

Reef & Cavern Explorer - Río Secreto + Snorkeling in Puerto Morelos: Expand your adventure by exploring the Puerto Morelos reef and the Río Secreto tour.

What's Included

Professional guide
Lunch
Use of all necessary equipment (wetsuit, helmet, water shoes, life vest)
20 USD State Preservation Taxes of Tulum Archaeological Zone
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Lockers and Towels
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
Pier & Reef Preservation Tax when Puerto Morelos Snorkel Selected $20 us cash per person
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Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

If your hotel is not on the list above or you are staying at a BnB we will assign you to the closest meeting point. PLEASE CONSIDER: The duration of the Rio Secreto Admission is 03:30 hrs. Rio Secreto Tour + Transportation is from 05:30 hrs. Rio Secreto + Tulum Tour is from 08:00 Hrs. If you purchase the Rio Recreto+ Transportation our Rio Secreto + Tulum option, please call or email hotel information which is necessary to set the pickup time from your hotel on the tour date. The durations presented may increase due to the vehicular traffic that occurs in the transportation.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Rio Secreto

    Arrival at the reception and service area located on the Cancun - Tulum Highway km. 283.5 to 5 minutes from Playa del Carmen.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Rio Secreto

    Welcome video andTransportation to the Río Secreto reserve (approximately 15 minutes). Upon arriving at the reservation, our guides will receive visitors, give them the security measures and the appropriate equipment

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Rio Secreto

    Prior to the entrance to the Mayan underworld, visitors will walk the nature reserve trails where they will receive a Mayan welcome.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Rio Secreto

    Visitors will walk and swim through its beautiful natural glass galleries on a 1km route with a minimum duration of 1:30 hrs.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Rio Secreto

    Equipment return.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Rio Secreto

    Toast with Xtabentun.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Rio Secreto

    View photographs of the tour.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Rio Secreto

    Buffet of regional food and fresh waters.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 9
    Rio Secreto

    Return to reception for transfer on your own or with the contracted transport

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 10
    Tulum Archaeological Site

    When this option is selected . We will visit the remains of an ancient clifftop fortress. Tulum used to be a main trading hub . Walled on three sides . The front open facing the Caribbean sea. The views are breathtaking .Your tour guide will go deep into the main buildings history and astronomical findings.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 11
    Carretera Federal 307

    When Tour with transportation is selected: Expect to be picked up at mayor hotels in Cancun or Meeting Points from downtown Sit back and relax while your driver takes you safely to Rio Secreto nature park.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Puerto Morelos

    When this option is selected . You will visit the second largest coral reef formation in the world . Marvel at the vibrant marine life, including colorful tropical fish, majestic sea turtles, and stunning coral formations.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Passengers must weigh less than 250 pounds (113 kg)
  • The minimum age is 4 years. For the Rio Secreto Plus and Rio Secreto with snorkel options, the minimum age is 7 years due to the additional activities.
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