Spend a day where the Riviera Maya’s freshwater cenotes meet the Caribbean inlet—snorkel reefs, climb the 131 ft Scenic Lighthouse, ride ziplines and relax with all-inclusive food and drinks. This practical preview covers what to expect, how to prepare, and where to find quieter corners of the park.
Spend a day where the Riviera Maya’s freshwater cenotes meet the Caribbean inlet—snorkel reefs, climb the 131 ft Scenic Lighthouse, ride ziplines and relax with all-inclusive food and drinks. This practical preview covers what to expect, how to prepare, and where to find quieter corners of the park.
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Operated by Caribbean Mayan Tours · Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
You step off the bus into a cut of bright green mangrove where freshwater and Caribbean sea meet. The inlet opens like a sheltered bay: calm water, schools of parrotfish and angelfish weaving through seagrass, and a line of visitors slipping into masks and fins. Ahead, the Scenic Lighthouse rises 131 ft (40 m) above the coast, promising a panoramic descent back to the turquoise mouth of the river.
easy.
10 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect light swimming/snorkeling, short hikes, and a few stairs to the lighthouse
Round-trip transportation is included on many bookings—confirm your pickup point during booking and allow extra time for stops.
Yes; personal masks and snorkels are allowed, though the park provides equipment for a refundable deposit if needed.
Buffet lunch and national open bar are included; staff can usually accommodate common dietary needs but check ahead for strict allergies.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure; same-day changes are not possible.
The park sits on Yucatán karst terrain; nearby Maya communities historically used cenotes for freshwater and cultural rites.
Xel-Há enforces reef-safe sunscreen and limits on certain activities to protect seagrass, mangroves and reef areas—follow marked zones and staff guidance to minimize impact.
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