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Underwater Experience in Xel-Ha (from Cancun)

price $119.00 (per person)
Why book this activity

  • Don’t miss out this chance to snorkel in the Caribbean.
  • Xel-Ha is one of the largest natural aquariums in the world.

For a truly brilliant underwater experience in Mexico, head to Xel-Ha, on the east coast of the Yucatán peninsula, along the Gulf of Mexico. This magical water world along Riviera Maya offers ample opportunities to walk, swim, snorkel and explore small coves, underground streams and intimate grottos.

Go snorkelling among the vivid tropical fish for an unforgettable experience! Believed to be a magical creation of the Mayan gods, Xel-Ha is a place where the best of the Mexican Caribbean nature comes together. The world’s most spectacular natural aquarium invites you to embark on an aquatic adventure.

Discover creeks, lagoons, natural wells and ancient caves fed by subterranean rivers flowing into Mexico's beautiful Caribbean Sea. Swim with schools of fish, walk through the jungle and experience this nature lover’s paradise!

Itinerary

There is no hotel pick-up. Please make your way to Senior Frog’s - Entrance, Gran Porto Real Playa del Carmen – Lobby or Playacar Plaza – Gray Line Stand at Main Entrance where you will board your deluxe air-conditioned coach and depart for Xel-Ha. It will take you about 1 ½ hours to arrive at Xel-Ha lagoon, located on the eastern coastline of the Yucatán Peninsula. It is one of the largest natural aquariums in the world. Situated along Rivera Maya, Xel-Ha opens up a world of aquatic adventure. Explore its theme parks and enjoy snorkelling in creeks, lagoons, natural wells and ancient caves fed by subterranean rivers flowing into the Caribbean Sea of the Riviera Maya. All along you will be accompanied by a bilingual guide speaking English and Spanish.

You will be provided with snorkelling equipment to explore the colourful underwater world of the Caribbean Sea. Besides entrance fees to the aquarium park, you can enjoy Mexican, international and fast food, as well as snacks and ice-cream at the local restaurants.

After exploring the brilliant marine life of Xel-Ha, depart from the place at 1700h (05:00 pm). Return to Cancun at around 1830h (06:30 pm) and you will be dropped back to the starting point of the tour.

Last minute changes are free
  • Things can happen and your plans can change, therefore we have negotiated flexible amendment and cancellation policies. In most cases no fees apply for changing dates up to a day before travel. Also, we are one of the very few companies who will not charge you any admin/ processing fees for cancellations. In fact there is no charge at all for bookings cancelled a week in advance, for most of our products. Refer cancellation policy for more details.

Inclusions

Transportation in deluxe air-conditioned coach
English and Spanish speaking local guide
Entrance fee to the aquarium park
Food and drinks
Locker, towel and snorkelling equipment

Exclusions

Hotel pick up and drop off

Additional Info

The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have.

Please Note

Please call the local activity operator at least 24 hours prior to start of the tour for reconfirming departure details.

Dos & Don'ts

Carry your swimming suit.
Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes, as the walking paths are made of rocks.
Bring along your sunglasses, hat and biodegradable sun block.

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Where
Cancun, Mexico
Location
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Duration
10 hours
Availability information
Daily Except: N/A
Start time
0815h (08:15 am)
Meeting point
Hotel pick-up not included. The tour starts from the following three places:Senior Frog’s - Entrance, Centro Comercial Playa Marina, loc. 17, 37, 38 y 44, C.P. 77550, Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo Gran Porto Real Playa del Carmen – Lobby, Constituyentes No. 1, Playa del Carmen, 77710, Q. Roo, MéxicoPlayacar Plaza – Gray Line Stand at Main Entrance, Fraccionamiento Playacar Km 62.5, Playa Del Carmen, Mexico (The pick-up point will be confirmed when you call the operator at the time of booking)
Please report at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time. This is mandatory to allow time for pre-departure briefing.
Ending point
The tour ends at the starting point
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