Río Secreto Nature Reserve from Playa del Carmen Entrance or Tour
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.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Use of all necessary equipment (wetsuit, helmet, water shoes, life vest)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Lockers and Towels
- Professional guide
- 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
Meeting and Pickup
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.
What To Expect
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Rio Secreto
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Rio Secreto
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Rio Secreto
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Tulum Archaeological Site
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Carretera Federal 307
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Puerto Morelos
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Río Secreto Nature Reserve from Playa del Carmen Entrance or Tour?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch.
- Use of all necessary equipment (wetsuit, helmet, water shoes, life vest).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected).
- Lockers and Towels.
- Professional guide.
- 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.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Río Secreto Nature Reserve from Playa del Carmen Entrance or Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Río Secreto Nature Reserve from Playa del Carmen Entrance or Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch
- Use of all necessary equipment (wetsuit, helmet, water shoes, life vest)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Lockers and Towels
- Professional guide
- 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
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
