The journey to Rio Secreto from Cancun promises an unparalleled adventure in a truly stunning natural setting. This excursion explores a one-kilometre cave adorned with stalactites, stalagmites, and crystalline waters.
Guided Tour of the Rio Secreto Nature Reserve
Once picked up from your Cancun accommodation, you will embark on a short van ride lasting 15 minutes through the jungle pathways to reach the Rio Secreto nature reserve.
Upon arrival at the entrance of Rio Secreto, harnessed with the necessary equipment, you will be greeted by an English-speaking guide who will lead you through the longest semi-flooded cave in the Yucatan Peninsula for an exciting hour and a half.
You will have the chance to swim in azure waters and marvel at the fascinating rock formations that define this mesmerizing underground realm, often referred to locally as the 'Mayan underworld'.
After the guided experience comes to a close, a delightful buffet featuring regional cuisine and beverages will be available. Revitalized, you will then return to your hotels in Cancun.
Key Information
This activity is not suitable for children younger than 4 years old.
Guests are limited to a maximum weight of 120 kilograms.
Protecting the Natural Reserve
We advise against using chemicals like sunscreen, insect repellent, or makeup while entering the underground river, as these substances may disrupt the conservation efforts of the nature reserve.
Photography using cameras or video equipment inside the Rio Secreto nature reserve is prohibited. To capture images, specialized equipment is required. During your visit, professional photographers will document your experience, and you will have the option to purchase these photographs at the end of the tour (priced at 25 USD each).
Pickup from Your Hotel
This tour includes convenient pickup and drop-off at hotels in Cancún. You can find the list of hotels eligible for this service along with the schedule below:
Participating Hotels in Cancún
If your accommodation does not appear in this list, we will contact you to arrange a nearby meeting point.
This activity requires a minimum of 1 people to run. If the minimum isn't met, we'll try to offer similar alternatives.
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off
- English–speaking guide
- Entry to Río Secreto
- Lockers
- Wetsuit
- Waterproof footwear
- Life jacket
- Helmet with a flashlight
- Towels
- Lunch and drinks
- Reduced group size
Not included
Details
- Duration
- 3h
- Language
- The activity is run by a guide who speaks English.
- When to book
- You can book up to 12 hours before, as long as spots remain.
- Voucher type
- Electronic. Take it on your phone.
- Accessibility
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Transfer
- Includes round-trip hotel transfer.
Hotel pickup begins approximately 90 minutes before the scheduled tour time, depending on your hotel's location.
Please be ready at the pickup point 30 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. The local team will contact you to let you know what time they will pick you up. Pickup is included in the hotels listed below:
https://cdn2.civitatis.com/mexico/cancun/galeria/pickups-cancun-rio-secreto-clasico-2026.pdf
If your hotel is not on the list, we'll contact you to indicate a pickup point. Pickup times may vary depending on the location of your hotel.
We recommend bringing a swimming costume, comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes for the water.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.