Alexus & Christopher
Things To Do
Río Secreto
Often lauded as one of the best kept secrets on the Yucatan Peninsula, Río Secreto (or Secret River) is an underground river and collection of caves. The bright turquoise water contrasts with the caramel- and mocha-colored rock formations within the caves, which include stalactites and stalagmites. Visitors can swim in the river, climb through the caves and enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Río Secreto What's included?: Access to the Nature Reserve, groups of 10 people max., specialized guide, lockers, wetsuit, life jacket, helmet with lamp, towels, regional buffet, non-alcoholic drinks. Río Secreto Plus What's included?: Access to the Natural Reserve. Groups of 10 people (max) per guide. Specialized guide. Lockers. Neoprene suit (wetsuit) and life jacket. Safety helmet with lamp. Towels Regional buffet with Fresh waters. The activities included on this tour: Rio Secreto Regular Tour + Rappel + bike + Salon de la Paz Experience.
Xcaret Park
Both experts and travelers say that Xcaret is a sort of Yucatán-style Disneyland, a large outdoor "eco-park" filled with an aviary, a dolphin aquarium, a turtle sanctuary and a beach perfect for swimming, diving or snorkeling. The park also offers various excursions like dolphin interactions, stingray encounters, shark swims, snuba tours and speedboat rides. Stay the day at Xcaret then enjoy the evening events, which include performances exploring the area's Mayan past. Xcaret is home to a few dining venues as well.
La Quinta Avenida
The main artery of this Caribbean gem is its frenetic, colorful, lively Fifth Avenue, which runs one avenue back from the beach. The pedestrian thoroughfare is lined with shopping and restaurants, and hums with entertainment all day long until well after the sun goes down.
Cenote Chaak Tun
his beautiful, natural environment is an underground paradise of crystal-clear water and prehistoric rock formations that look absolutely otherworldly when bathed in the beam of natural sunlight that trickles in from above. Be prepared for spectacular colors and the chance to simply be in nature.
Playacar Mayan Ruinas
The only free Mayan ruin site in Mexico – no entrance fees. The only Mayan ruins maintained in an contemporary residential community. Thought to be one of the first Mayan communities visited by the Spanish. Original community has eight groups of buildings, only three remain. Post-Classic architecture was a mix of stone bases, wood, and palm leaves. One for three coastal Mayan communities that lead an annual female pilgrimage to Cozumel to honor the Goddess Ixchel. Active during 1200 AD to 1526 AD, post-classic period