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Rio Secreto

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 33 attractions in Playa del Carmen
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Attraction type: River, Water park
Address: KM 282 Playa del Carmen
Mexico

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4 of 5 stars
Baltimore, Maryland
Nov 30, 2008

This review contains a "spoiler", for those that like everything to be a surprise. My husband, 12 & 19 year old sons and I went here last Wednesday. We booked the 1pm tour that morning from the Alltournative booth in Playa del Carmen. At 12:15 pm, we went to the booth, and the sales guy actually walked us a couple... more

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2 of 5 stars
Ft Lauderdale
Nov 22, 2008

This was a true adventure in underground exploration. You are literally in ancient caves with stalactites an underwater river, even some bats. We traveled underground for about a half mile over a two hour period. We wore full wet suits and life jackets and headlights. Each turn was like seeing a new planet moonscape it was an alien world that... more

Nov 15, 2008

We decided to do Rio Secreto, as it was about a 4 hr tour vs. an all day tour somewhere else..It was a great experience..very interesting..some things to consider...it is not for everyone..it requires pretty secure footing, you will be provide with rubber water shoes, but you need to be very sure on your feet to do this trip...also, you... more

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4 of 5 stars
Carl Junction, Missouri
Oct 16, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

My husband and I went on this tour. It was very nice and tranquil in the cave. You have about 8 people in your group and a guide. We had Dania - she was very pleasant. After driving in the back of a truck down a bumpy rough road thru the jungle for about 15 - 20 mins (it was... more

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5 of 5 stars
wichita, kansas
Sep 23, 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

i can't say enough good things about my experience at rio secreto. the caves were overwhelming...i kept wondering if i'd stumbled into another world because it was so quiet and serene yet exciting because the surroundings were so different than anything i've ever seen. The entire adventure was beautiful and informative. Please don't miss this if you get anywhere near... more

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5 of 5 stars
Los Angeles
Sep 15, 2008
6/6 found this review helpful

This is a must see if you are anywhere near Cancun or Playa Del Carmen. It's less than 1 mile south of Xcaret heading towards Tulum. There is a small sign that reads Rio Secreto. The tours are booked for 9am, 11am, or 1pm. It was $49 USD per person if you book on site. This is my favorite place... more

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5 of 5 stars
Chicago, IL
Sep 15, 2008
4/4 found this review helpful

For something very different and interesting, visit the cenote cave of Rio Sectreto. I have only been in one cave before, Merrimack, in Missouri, and this beats that caving experience by far! The cave system has a fresh water (incredibilly clear) river that treks through it. You walk through and swim through the cave in a small (6 person for... more

Sep 11, 2008
4/4 found this review helpful

As a seasoned traveller I älways look for the off-track options that a destination may offer. Rio Secreto, which is managed by Alltournative, is a must-see place. It is an underground river that has to be one of the most beautiful places that I have seen on this planet. Filled with hundreds of pure-white stalactites and stalagmites and incredibly clear... more

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5 of 5 stars
phoenix
Jun 8, 2008
5/5 found this review helpful

You will be amazed even my teen age kids were. It will take your breath way. You'll enjoy the underground rivers like never before they provide all the gear including the wet suits. All very worth it for only $40.00US Dls if purchase right there. Only 15 min from Playa del Carmen it's right next to Xcaret more

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5 of 5 stars
Zaragoza
Nov 6, 2008

Río Secreto es un lugar que difícilmente puedas visitar en otra parte del mundo. Tras acceder a él durante un... more

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KM 282, Playa del Carmen, Mexico