Río Secreto Nature Reserve from Playa del Carmen Entrance or Tour

4.7 (171 reviews) Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Duration3h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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.

Options

R. Secreto Plus Access +Transp

Plus Option w/ Transportation: Add three more activities:
- Bike ride.
- Walk in a dry cave.
- Rappel.
Duration: 6 hours
Pickup included

Rio Secreto + Puerto Morelos

Rio Secreto + Puerto Morelos : Reef & cavern Explorer. Vibrant underwater world of the Puerto Morelos reef, along with the Río Secreto tour.
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

Coba & Rio Secreto

+ Coba Visit : Visit Nohoch Mul Pyramid, which stands at 42 meters tall, making it the tallest pyramid in the Yucatán Peninsula.
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

Tulum & Rio Secreto

+ Tulum Ruins: Upgrade your experience and visit a beautiful Mayan city of Tulum with the help of our experts in Archaeological zones
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup included

Rio Secreto + Transportation

Rio Secreto + Transport: Admission to Rio Secreto Nature Reserve including transportation to and from select Playa del Carmen hotels
Pickup included

Rio Secreto Admission Only

Admission to Rio Secreto Nature Reserve, WITHOUT TRANSPORTATION.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Use of all necessary equipment (wetsuit, helmet, water shoes, life vest)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
  • Lockers and Towels
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected) for admision ticket only.
  • Pier & Reef Preservation Tax when Puerto Morelos Snorkel Selected $20 us cash per person
  • Photos

What to expect

  1. Rio Secreto
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Arrival at the reception and service area located on the Cancun - Tulum Highway km. 283.5 to 5 minutes from Playa del Carmen.
  2. Rio Secreto
    20m · Admission ticket included
    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
  3. Rio Secreto
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Prior to the entrance to the Mayan underworld, visitors will walk the nature reserve trails where they will receive a Mayan welcome.
  4. Rio Secreto
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Visitors will walk and swim through its beautiful natural glass galleries on a 1km route with a minimum duration of 1:30 hrs.
  5. Rio Secreto
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Equipment return.
  6. Rio Secreto
    10m
    Toast with Xtabentun.
  7. Rio Secreto
    10m
    View photographs of the tour.
  8. Rio Secreto
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Buffet of regional food and fresh waters.
  9. Rio Secreto
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Return to reception for transfer on your own or with the contracted transport
  10. Tulum
    1h 15m · Admission ticket included
    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.
  11. 40m
    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.
  12. Puerto Morelos
    1h
    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.

Meeting and pickup

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.

Additional information

  • 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.
  • The duration for the option Rio Secreto Admission tour is 03:30 hrs. (approximately)
  • The duration for the option Rio Secreto Tour + Transportation is 06:00 hrs. (approximately)
  • The duration for the option Rio Secreto + Tulum Tour is 08:00 Hrs. (approximately)
  • Camaras / Cel phones are not allowed inside the caves

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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