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Rio Secreto

Carretera Federal Cancun- Tulum 307 en KM 282 | Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen 77781, Mexico
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Owner description: The Rio Secreto nature reserve offers underground activities: Experience the excitement of venturing below the surface to walk, climb and swim through... more » Owner description: The Rio Secreto nature reserve offers underground activities: Experience the excitement of venturing below the surface to walk, climb and swim through mysterious tunnels and underground passageways, discovering an amazing cave system of breathtaking natural galleries with the most incredible rock formations and pristine blue pools of rock-filtered water. Come to Rio Secreto and join us on this amazing adventure! « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Did not know what to expect; guides were great and informative. If you cannot swim they can give you noodles to hold onto; our guide, ALSO , assisted these two people. I am so sorry I have forgotten our guide's name. One thing to remember if you have some kind of hip or knee problem; this attraction can be difficult... More

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Edmonton, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

This was a fantastic break from the heat. We went with a large group of friends, and they gave us a private tour at no additional fee (there were ten of us). The ride was a little bumpy but completely understandable as to not disturb the ecosystem by paving the road. Our tour guide Alfredo was fabulous! Very accommodating.

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Fargo, North Dakota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

We booked this through Carnival. We weren't sure what to expect but we were pleasantly surprised. We took a ferry over which I thought was fine. We saw lots of flying fish. We were then split into vans for groups. The van ride is very bumpy but I like to think that adds to the fun. We arrived at the... More

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Matthews, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

I booked Rio Secreto not knowing much about it. We have 3 boys, 9,8 & just turned 5. Our guide Rodrigo was superb, as a guide and with the boys. He didn't miss a detail, gave us fun facts, tips to navigate and made it more fun than words can say. We booked other experiences, the dolphin and Isle Mujeres... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

This was an excellent excursion from our November cruise. I am removing one star though for the photos. Many have complained about not being allowed a camera. I understand this. However, my camera (which shoots in RAW and has underwater housing) would have taken better photos than the ones that we got on the CD of us. Most of them... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

It was beyond my expectations! I so loved the adventure and all the knowledge I recieved from this experience. I show everyone that comes over the pictures of the trek through the underground world. Alejandro was awesome, as our guide. I don't think there was one thing that he missed giving us information on. He was very excellent at his... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

The cenotes was something that I wanted to see while on our honeymoon (May 2013), but I didn't want anything too commercialized. This was it! You strapped on a wetsuit and a life preserver, you had a hard hat with a head lamp and a walking stick (do take the walking stick as the ground is pretty uneven and slick... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Rio Secreto is absoutly a must see if you are in the area. One of the most beautiful cave systems I have visited. I booked my excursion through Carnival Cruise lines. The Rio Secreto staff were professional and knowledgable. I liked that they do as much as possible to prevent destruction of the cave system while sharing this natural wonder... More

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Rio Secreto M, Manager at Rio Secreto, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Hello Kellie37 At Rio Secreto we are working very hard to maintain our underground river system in its natural state. This is why, amongst other things, we keep our groups small and limit our hourly operational capacity. It is at the same time a fragile and incredibly beautiful system and we are glad that you were here to enjoy and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Getting into "wet suits" was a little bad and not being able to bring our own camera. If you want pictures you HAVE to buy theirs is not good. The caves were beautiful and worth the trip.

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Stuart, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

These caves were one of the most amazing things I have seen around the world! You can arrange your tour before you go or at the hotel in Mexico . The tour picks you up around 8:30 am and drops you off about 4:30 pm. They provide lunch, great deal.

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Rio Secreto M, Manager at Rio Secreto, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Hi Rick34990 We are convinced that Río Secreto is one of the great natural wonders of the world and we are so glad that you could share this beautiful place with us. We hope you will visit us again soon. More

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