Feel the rush of ziplines, the hush of subterranean rivers and the rumble of 4x4s through the jungle on an eight-hour Xplor day in the Riviera Maya. This active tour pairs cave rafting and swimming in cenotes with treetop zips and off-road tracks.
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The first thing that hits you at Xplor is motion: wind tearing past your ears on a zipline, the chug of a 4x4 underbody making the jungle vibrate, water slapping the rock as you paddle through an underground river. You step from a shaded staging area into a bright wash of Caribbean light, then descend into caverns where stalactites hang like silent teeth and the water is the coldest thing you’ll meet all day.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required — able to hike short distances, zipline, paddle through calm cenote water and handle stairs/uneven terrain.
Wildlife
History
The park sits on Yucatán limestone shaped by millennia of water flow; cenotes were vital freshwater sources for ancient Maya communities and often held ceremonial value.
Conservation
Xplor operates under regional environmental guidelines—guests are asked to use biodegradable products and avoid disrupting cave formations to protect fragile subterranean ecosystems.
Reserve your spot on the Xplor Tour with Rafting & Ziplining today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear closed-toe water shoes
Sandals aren’t allowed; sturdy water shoes protect your feet on wet rock and in the cenotes.
Bring biodegradable sunscreen and repellent
You’ll be exposed to sun between attractions and insects in shaded areas; use reef-safe products to protect the environment.
Confirm pickup 48 hours ahead
Operators require confirmation of pickup time and location—call or message to avoid delays.
Store valuables in provided lockers
Lockers are included; use them for phones and wallets—bring a waterproof case for quick snaps.
Closed-toe water shoes
Required by the operator—grip and protect feet on wet cave and jungle terrain.
Quick-dry clothing and rashguard
Dries fast after cenote swims and protects against sun and chafe while zipping.
Biodegradable sunscreen & insect repellent
Protects skin without harming cenote ecosystems and repels mosquitoes in the jungle.
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Small waterproof phone case or dry bag
Keeps electronics safe if you want to capture photos during water sections.