Rio Secreto

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Duration: 3h 30m+
Location: Rio Secreto, Carretera Federal Libre Chetumal- Puerto Juarez KM 283.5 Ejido Sur, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo 77712, Mexico | Playa del Carmen, Mexico


Category: Adventures

Highlights:
7.5 miles (12 km) of semi-sunken caves along the Rio Secreto
Chance to swim & walk among stalactites & stalagmites
Intimate experience with a maximum group size of 10 people
Opportunity to kick back in a take a breaking hammock in the jungle
Knowledgeable guides share the region's natural history

Inclusions:
Guided underground tour
Admission to Rio Secreto natural reserve
Snacks
Use of specialized equipment (wetsuit, life vest, hardhat with headlamp, and special shoes)
Use of lockers and towels
Access to the onsite facilities (restrooms, showers, hammocks, and more)
Commentary in English and Spanish

Description:

Explore the natural wonders of the Rio Secreto underground river, the Yucatan Peninsula's hidden gem. Swim amid thousands of stalactites and stalagmites, and learn about the river's geology.

Immerse yourself in a world of geological wonders with a guided tour of this spectacular subterranean river. Previously known as Pool Tunich, Rio Secreto boasts more than 7.5 miles (12 km) of breathtaking semi-sunken caves.

Put on your specialized gear, and follow your knowledgeable guide on a journey of explorey while learning interesting facts about the nature reserve's geology. Walk and swim through mineral-rich waters, and marvel at the sight of thousands of calcified stalactites and stalagmites lining the 0.4-mile (600-m) route. Then, enjoy some nutritious snacks, and kick back in the middle of the jungle in a traditional hammock.