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Rio Secreto

Carretera Federal Cancun- Tulum 307 en KM 282 | Ejido Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen 77781, Mexico
984-877-2377
Ranked #23 of 109 tours in Playa del Carmen
4.5 of 5 stars 671 Reviews
Type: Tours, Caverns/ Caves
Owner description: Walk down into a hole in the earth that has trees jutting out at odd angles, vines covering every inch of forest floor, light slowly disappearing as...... more » Owner description: Walk down into a hole in the earth that has trees jutting out at odd angles, vines covering every inch of forest floor, light slowly disappearing as as the tour descended into the heart of Mexico. An awe inspiring site, stalactites looming down as the tour continues ever deeper eventually sliding into the clear water that flows through the maze. After an indeterminate amount of time, emerge at another point in the forest. Walk, swim, and float through a remarkable series of sights all small talk had all but petered out, replaced by a silence in the awe of the raw power of nature. « less
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Terrace B.C.
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW
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person found this review helpful

This was an amazing tour...though definately not for anyone with a fear of enclosed spaces or the dark. I would also suggest that you be reasonably fit and sure footed, as you really have to focus on where you step, and you can't touch the walls around you to maintain your balance. That being said - they do provide walking... More

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Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW
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people found this review helpful

We took this trip so that we could see the underground world of Mexico. It was beautiful. It is very hard to look around because you really have to focus on where you are walking. They do stop to allow you to see specific areas up close. This trip is definitely not a trip for large people, people with physical... More

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Toronto, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

Excellent guide and very eco-friendly!!But do not attempt unless you have no claustrophobia and are in shape!!! More

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Hermosillo, Mexico
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10 reviews 10 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Our tour guide was the best, Thank you Rodrigo, he know all the things for the cenotes and this underground tour, he puts you right there, and for the price it is great. Can not go wrong with it. Plus everything is included. Thank you Rodrigo for such a great tour More

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New York, New York, United States
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012 NEW

Rio Secreto was an extraordinary experience. When you leave the place, you will actually feel what I am taking about. There is no words to explain what a Beauty and magic is Rio Secreto AND the people that work there seem to be influenced by it, that's the explanation I found. Rodrigo Pinedo, the guide, was so knowledgeable but not... More

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Holland, Michigan
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012 NEW
1
person found this review helpful

We experienced Rio Secreto as an excursion offered by Royal Caribbean on a recent cuise in May, 2012. We were a bit nervous with the 45 minute drive down a remote bumpy dirt road in the large passenger van. Once we arrived at Rio Secreto, the organization was clearly legitimate with ample restroom facilities, shower, and lockers for us to... More

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Pittsburgh PA
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

This was a great excursion. The whole place is very beautiful and the underground cave was really amazing. We enjoyed our guide Roderico. The price IMHO is a little high $99 per person, they can cut out the lunch and charge less. Also the bus ride to the caves is a bit bumpy try to sit towards the front. Enjoy!! More

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Londonderry, New Hampshire, United States
2 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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people found this review helpful

We took this tour with friends. They send you in small groups- about eight. Our tour guide was Jaime. He was funny, knowledgable and personable and made our experience that much better. The cenote is stunning- you may never see anything like this in your life. The tour is almost evenly split between walking/hiking (all extremely novice, just a bit... More

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Dayton, Ohio
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3 reviews 3 reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Okay people...This is a must see! This was by far the most beautiful thing I have seen in the area. It is awesome. Our tour guide was awesome. They have tours in french, english, and spanish. They are truly dedicated to conservation. We visited another small cenote which was nothing compared to this. I promise you will never see anything... More

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Paramus, New Jersey
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012
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It was only 15 minutes from Paradisus. So much fun. Not for people with difficulty walking. More

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