Re: How worth while is a visit to Xcaret? In my opinion, one day. Yes, there is much to see and do but you'll tire after a day. Or maybe an afternoon and staying for the evening/night show.
Re: Xcaret: Water shoes for river/caves recommended? You can bring water shoes (I did) but it's better to use the fins that they provide at the park, easier to swim with the fins. You need something though, water shoes or fins, because there are sharp rocks down there. You can bring bottled water, drinks, food, etc.
The Unlimited Xcaret Xperience package costs 59 usd per person per night (3 nights minimum) You are allowed to get the package upon your arrival at the Front Office.
- Xcaret has a scenic tower, but Xplor has scenic zipline towers. - Xcaret has a river swim that is underground and open. Xplor has a fully underground one with a grand finale and free hot drinks and cookies at the end. - At Xcaret the food is an extra cost, it's included at Xplor but the entrance fee is more at Xplor.
Must do activities at Xcaret
- More than 50 attractions in an eco-archeological park.
- Walk along at least one of its 3 underground rivers.
- Contact with flora and fauna.
- Wild animal sighting.
- Sighting of sea creatures.
- Swimming at the Beaches, the Cove or in the Natural Pools.
- Visit a plaza or venue of interest.
- Visit an archaeological site.
Xenotes is the only tour in the Riviera Maya that takes you to visit the four types of cenotes that exist in nature: semi-open, open, ancient, and cavern.
Xcaret Plus includes everything that the regular Xcaret Tour includes, plus adds lunch, drinks, snorkeling equipment, lockers, and towels. It also gives you a 10% discount on any water activities once inside the park (except dolphins).
Includes
- Access to Plus Area facilities (dressing rooms, restrooms and lockers).
- One lunch buffet.
- Tours in three underground rivers (a secure bag service for your belongings prior to during the river journey is included).
- Xcaret México Espectacular presentation.
- Access to the beach, inlet and natural pools.
Here's what we recommend you bring with you:
- Bottled water.
- Biodegradable Sunscreen.
- Snorkel gear.
- Waterproof Camera (we use this one)
- Stroller (if you have kids)
- Towel.
- Wrap for over your bathing suit.
- Extra change of clothes.
-Tipping - some resorts frown upon it. Xcaret doesn't seem to be one of those. Although people are not standing with their hand out you can tell they will go the extra mile and are very appreciative if you show some green gratitude. any foreign money is gladly accepted.
In Xcaret we are not allowed to bring food but you may bring a liter of water per person.
Re: Hotel Xcaret vs Occidental at Xcaret? They are 2 different Hotels. Hotel Xcaret is brand new, and it also includes access to ALL the parks associated with Xcaret.
The recently developed 360° Xafety model encompasses the resort's hygiene and safety protocols to guarantee guests and employees feel safe. Hotel Xcaret Mexico has even been awarded the World Travel & Tourism Council's (WTTC) Travel Safety Stamp.
BIODEGRADABLE SUNBLOCK. Biodegradable sunscreen is the only type of sunscreen that is allowed on any snorkeling tour, scuba diving trip, or other water activity inside Cozumel's protected marine park, or at the major parks like Chankanaab, Xcaret, Xel Ha, and Garrafon.
Day Trips – If they are recommended by the government or hotel, then they are safe! Places like Xel-Ha, Xcaret, Chichen Itza and Tulum are wonderful day trips.
Xcaret is the nature park in Playa del Carmen where you and your family will live Mexico in more than 50 natural and cultural attractions. Swim in underground rivers that come from the heart of the earth. Enjoy the wealth of Mexico in the most emblematic park of Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya.
Xcaret is a water, theme, amusement, eco-archaeological park and more, in one place. Besides that, Xcaret is a park that celebrates Mexico's present and rich past, a country known for its traditions, culture and folklore.
The Xcaret Ruins lie within Xcaret Park, an archaeological and ecological park near Mexico's Playa del Carmen. Visitors can learn about the Mayan culture by touring the ruins of Xcaret -- "little inlet" in Mayan -- or partake in a wide range of exhibits, shows and tours.
Mike, I think you will find that most of the caves and underground rivers at Xcaret are man made. They are not natural. So if all you want to see are natural underground rivers and cenotes then there are plenty to see in the area that are much more attractive than those at Xcaret.
Xcaret AdmissionFind the most authentic essence of Mexico in the more than 50 natural and cultural attractions of Xcaret park. The Caribbean Sea, the jungle, underground rivers, shows, performances and more, in one place. Get your admission in advance!
The proper pronunciation of Xcaret sounds something like SHCA-ret, but ESH-cah-ret is most commonly heard.
When did Xcaret Park open?
The etymology of the site's name comes from Yukatek Maya, combining the roots xel ("spring") and ha' ("water"). The lagoon and inlet at Xelha has been turned into a commercial water theme park known as Xel-Ha Park.
Tulum is a must visit. The access fee is $35-40 pesos (video cameras extra $30 pesos) and the visit timetable is 8 am to 5 pm, everyday. It is important to mention that it is necessary to park the your car at the shopping center's parking lot (an extra $30 pesos fee) when arriving through the main ruins entrance.
Hotel Xcaret Mexico (Adults Only) - Playa del Carmen.
There is a really decent beach - if you go to Hotel Xcaret reviews on Tripadvisor they have some pretty good pictures. The beach is not endless like Playcar, Maroma or Cancun but it is a lot better than the Occidental next door.
This type of vacation travel is extremely safe and safer then most touristic destinations in the world. We don't discourage people from vacationing and having a good time in Playa Del Carmen, but we do make people aware of how crime has changed from previous years.
Alcoholic beverages are included in the all fun inclusive package.
is 5 minutes walking distance. over a year ago. it is next door and the hotel has its own entrance. Its just a few minutes walk from the main lobby at the hotel.
