Río Secreto

 

Take this unbelievable tour of the Riviera Maya's best kept secret. At the Río Secreto you'll swim and hike through an underground river system with thousands of stalactites and stalagmites. Go deep inside an underground cavern and experience true silence among some of the most dramatic mineral formations in the world. Swim in crystalline waters and tread where only a few intrepid travellers have stepped before.

Río Secreto, also known as Pool Tunich is a cave system, formed over millennia by a subterranean river. It is located only a few miles from Playa del Carmen and is by far the largest partially flooded cave in the Yucatan Peninsula. This incredible natural wonder was only discovered in 2007 and since then has become a protected nature reserve. A journey through Río Secreto is surreal, mystical and memorable. Whether you’re an adventurer, world traveller, or simply curious, we invite you to experience one of the most intriguing natural attractions in the Riviera Maya.

This excursion takes 3 hours and includes admission to the nature reserve in groups no larger than ten, the services of an expert bilingual guide, use of specialized equipment (wetsuit, life jacket, special footwear and hard hat with headlamp, towels, lockers and a buffet. If you choose the Plus option, you can complete your traditional Río Secreto experience with abseiling, biking as well as access to the “Ruta Seca” to witness a spectacular light and sound show in the “Salón de la Paz” (“Room of Peace”).

We suggest that you wear clothes that are comfortable for walking in the jungle; you should wear a short sleeve t-shirt with your swimming suit underneath, and bring along extra clothes to change into later. You should also bring extra cash and/or a credit card for purchasing extra food, souvenirs etc. inside the nature reserve.

General service:
Access to the nature reserve
Towels
Lifejacket
Specialized guide
Helmet with lamp
Food buffet Neoprene suit
Non-alcoholic beverages
Lockers

Plus Service:
Access to the nature reserve
Towels
Lifejacket
Specialized guide
Use of helmet with frontal
Food buffet
Neoprene suit
Non-alcoholic beverages
Lockers
Route on the dry route of Río Secreto
Projection of a movie in the caverns
Rappel descent of 8 meters to a cave
Bike ride through the jungle

Languages
Spanish and English.

Others
Baby-sitter service available based on prior reservations and with an additional cost.

Redeem information
Voucher type: Printed
Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Location
Start point:
Carretera Cancun-Chetumal Km 282. - MX

End point: Same as the starting point

Schedule
Opening dates
10:00 - 13:00
12:00 - 15:00

Duration: 3 Hours

Guide options
Guide type: Guide

Requirements
Minimum Age: 7 years old.
Minimum Weight: 30kg.
Maximum weight: 120kg.
Photographs and video cameras are not allowed inside the underground river.
The use of chemical products such as sunblock, insect repellent, excessive make up, etc., is not allowed.

Recommendations
No recommended for persons with severe physical or motor disabilities, heart problems, women with risky pregnancies or people under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Wear sunglasses and do not forget your swimsuit, sandals, hat, towel and a change of clothes.