Can you go to Rio Secreto on your own?
Visiting Rio Secreto can only be done through the organized tours offered by reserve. The tours will take you hiking and swimming through about a one kilometer stretch of one of the caves (meaning your visit will represent only a tiny taste of this vast reserve).
How far down is Rio Secreto?
26 feet
Tour through the dry route at Rio Secreto. Light and sound show in the caves. Rappelling down 26 feet into a cave. Bike riding in the jungle.
What should I wear to Rio Secreto?
Once there, you will be fitted with swim shoes, a wet suit, life jacket and helmet (with head lamp). FYI – the caves are cool and so is the water that you will be swimming in. If you get cold easily, make sure you ask to wear the thicker wet suit that cuts off at the knees.
Are there fish in Rio Secreto?
There can be fish, bats, and other insects. When you are walking through the jungle, there is a chance for other wildlife and insects. If you are scared of the water, this may not be the best choice.
How long does the Rio Secreto tour take?
3 and a half hours
Duration: Approx. 3 and a half hours.
How do I get from Playa del Carmen to Rio Secreto?
The best way to get from Playa del Carmen to Rio Secreto without a car is to bus which takes 6 min and costs $9 – $110. How long does it take to get from Playa del Carmen to Rio Secreto? The bus from Playa del Carmen Ave. Juárez to Río Secreto takes 6 min including transfers and departs hourly.
How big is Rio Secreto?
7.5 miles
Recognized as the longest cave of its type in the Yucatan Peninsula, Rio Secreto consists of over 7.5 miles (12 kilometers) of semi-submerged river caves leading to 15 natural outlets at various points along the way.
How was Rio Secreto discovered?
Rio Secreto Facts Pool Tunich, the original name of Rio Secreto, was originally identified around the year 2004 by landowner Don Cleo who, while hunting an iguana, chased it into a hole in the ground. This hole led to the discovery of an interconnected cave system with an underground river.
How much is a taxi from Playa del Carmen to Rio Secreto?
| PLAYA DEL CARMEN TAXI RATES FROM PLAYA DEL CARMEN TO: (GOING SOUTH) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Destination | 1-4 People | 5-7 People |
| Xcaret Park | 190 | 380 |
| Xplor | 190 | 380 |
| Rio Secreto | 190 | 380 |