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Rio Secreto Expedition tour

Rio Secreto Tour

Dare to live a fantastic experience in one of the most incredible locations in the Riviera Maya that begins in the moment you arrive at the Natural Reserve.

At your arrival to the parking lot you will be transferred in an air-conditioned Van to the Natural Reserve during approximately 15 minutes through the jungle in a thrilling regular road. There, you will be greeted by our highly trained guides and equipped like a professional dive master. You will put on a wetsuit, helmet with a special lamp and wet shoes.

At Rio Secreto (Secret River), you will be guided to experience the silence of a world below, walking and swimming for an hour and a half through the crystalline water museum. Filled with a kaleidoscope of speleothems, walk an easy 600 meter route amidst the thousands of stalactites and stalagmites found in this protected natural reserve.After the tour, you will be provided with an excellent lunch of light foods and have a chance to relax at this great natural habitat.

Schedules

Departs from: Cancun (Your hotel)

Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 

Schedules: 08:00 AM 

Duration: From 9:00 AM. to 4:30 PM.

Included

  • Bilingual Guides (English- Spanish).
  • Round transportation from your hotel in Cancun. Some restrictions are applied.
  • Appropriate clothing equipment (half wetsuit, lifejacket, helmet with a special lamp and wet shoes).
  • Transportation in air-conditioned van through the jungle.
  • Entrance fees to the Natural Reserve.
  • Towels.
  • Lockers.
  • Light meals and beverages (croissants, salads, fruits, flavored waters).

Not included

  • Tips, souvenirs or any other service or activity with an extra charge at the location not listed in this program.

More information

  • Activity scheduling is subject to change
  • Duration of this adventure is half-day
  • The order in which activities are performed can be changed according to operation day
  • The maximum weight allowed is 250 lb/ 120 kg
  • Children minimum age is 6 years old
  • We have free babysitting service for 5 y.o. kids or younger in charge of staff with first-aid certificates. This service is under request.
  • Small groups of 8 participants as maximum
  • This tour is not available for people with severe physical handicaps, heart diseases, pregnant women or for people under the influence of alcohol or drugs
  • The following items are not allowed inside the underground river: caps, sunglasses, Flip-flops, watches, jewelry, photo or video cameras (nor water proof), band-aids, any objects in swimsuits pockets or any other type of bag

Recommendations

  • Try not to bring accessories, jewels and make up.
  • For this expedition bring comfortable clothing and walking shoes, (no flip-flops), short-sleeved T-shirt is recommended, bathing suit on, additional set of dry cloths and credit card or cash for tips, photos, videos, crafts and souvenirs.
  • Due to the extreme care we take towards the environment, we only allow the use of biodegradable sun lotion and insect repellents.

Frequently Asked Questions


What is the minimum age for being able to participate?
Six years old.

Do minors have to be accompanied by an adult?
Yes, they must be accompanied by an adult.  Even though we have a tour guide, an adult must be personally responsible for any minors.  However, if you wish to have a tour with a group of children, there can be a ratio of five children for every adult.   

 
Can I take a camera with me on the tour?
In order to protect the safety of individuals, the group and the cave, you are not allowed to bring photography or video equipment into the caves, since you can slip or damage a natural structure while inside.  However, you may use them outside the cave. 
 
During the expedition, we have professional photographic equipment and lighting inside the cave, which allows us to safely capture your adventure on film and deliver high quality photographs.  Common cameras are barely able to generate a bright enough flash inside Río Secreto and they are unable to capture and illuminate the beauty and scope of the entire cave.   
 
Are there lockers available?
Yes, we have lockers with keys, available to you at no extra cost.
 
Can pregnant women participate in the tours?
Since this tour takes place inside caverns, the path is windy and the ground is hard limestone rock that can be a little slippery in some areas.  Although it is not high impact, risky or arduous, for the safety of individual visitors as well as the group, we do not recommend the tour for pregnant women, nor for persons with claustrophobia, heart problems, difficulty walking.  
 
If I don’t know how to swim, can I still take the tour?
It is not required that you know how to swim. You only need to know how to float. The in-water portion of the tour is very brief and shallow. In addition, you will be aided by your life jacket and wetsuit, which help you stay afloat.  
 
Why are children’s rates the same as adult rates?
Our tours are designed to provide personal attention every step of the way.  That’s why we limit groups to no more than 6 people; it allows us to offer specialized guidance and ensure safety. With groups of this size, all guests are charged the same to participate whether they are adults or children.  
 
What is the temperature of the water?
The water is cool, with a temperature of 18º C to 19º C, or 64º F to 66º F.  However, our visitors wear neoprene wetsuits and life vests to keep them comfortable and help mitigate the brisk water temperature.  
 
What does the tour consist of?
This is a one-of-a-kind, guided cave tour that includes a combination of walking and swimming.  
 
What happens if I want to go on the tour, but I have a child that is younger than the age in which they’re allowed to participate?  Do you have someone who can take care of children who are too young to take the tour? 
In these cases, please ask Río Secreto in advance if there is someone who can care for your children, specifying the date and time in which the babysitter will be needed.  

 

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Departure from:
Cancun Mayan Riviera
 
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Our price
Adults:
$115 usd
$99usd
Kids:
(Min 6+):
$115 usd
$99usd
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