Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comTulum and Xel-Ha All Inclusive Day Trip from Cancun
Discover the mysterious beauty of Tulum and the stunning, natural Xel-Ha aquarium. This relaxing, all inclusive excursion from Cancun or Playa del Carmen will give you the opportunity to explore the spectacular Mexican landscape and natural aquatic life. This family friendly excursion is sure to leave the entire family in awe!
Tulum's close proximity to Cancun and the azure backdrop of the Caribbean Sea makes it the most visited of the Mayan sites in the Yucatan. Tulum flourished in late Post-classical times with buildings dating back to the 12th century. It was once an important trading port, one of the few Mayan cities still inhabited when the Spaniards arrived. Mounted on the edge of a cliff, this abandoned city towers above the beautiful white sandy beach, where the sun rises from the sea above the city walls.
You'll have a 45 minute guided tour of Tulum before departing for the short drive to Xel-Ha. Your guide will point out important sites, explaining the historical significance of buildings such as the Castle, the Temple of the Masks and the God Chaac.
A 20 minute drive will take you to the incredible natural aquatic theme park created by the Mayan gods themselves: Xel-Ha. This special place gathers the best of the Mexican Caribbean all in one place.
Home a wide variety of colorful tropical fish, you can learn how to snorkel and observe the different species up close. You'll explore cenotes (underground caves) or simply sit in one of the beach chairs and soak up the sun along the spectacular coastline!
Underground rivers flowing out to the beautiful Caribbean Sea feed an environment of creeks, lagoons, natural wells and ancient caves. Explore the underwater world by snorkeling and coming face to face with exotic underwater flora and fauna such as curious rays and French Angel fish. Other activities include cliff diving, rope bridge walking, and bicycling, kayaking, and much more.
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- All inclusive day trip to Tulum and Xel-Ha from Cancun and Playa del Carmen
- Explore the abandoned city of Tulum which is located on the azure backdrop of the Caribbean Sea
- Visit the Xel-Ha aquarium for an up close look at tropical aquatic animals
- Complimentary pickup and drop off from most Cancun and Playa del Carmen hotels
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Tour options:
Tulum and Xel-Ha: All Inclusive Day Tour
Cancun:
Daily
Playa del Carmen:
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Tour departs from most Cancun and Playa del Carmen hotels
Departure Time: Hotel pick up is from 7:00am - 7:30am (exact pick-up time will be provided at time of reconfirmation)Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)- Guided tour at Tulum
- Entrance fee at Xel-Ha
- Food and beverages in Xel-Ha
- Lockers, towels and snorkel equipment at Xel-Ha
- Entrance fee to the archeological site in Tulum
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Gratuities (optional)
- Water activities
- Return drop off service to Courtyard by Marriott and Secrets Excellence Playa Mujeres hotels
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- If you are pre-booking your Swim with Dolphins activity in Xel-ha, please schedule it after 1:00pm
- Not recommended for child aged 4 and under
- Comfortable lightweight clothing
- Good walking shoes or sneakers
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Biodegradable sun block
- Swimming suit
- Extra change of clothing
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Would do it again from accommodation closer than Cancun. Read more ›
Stephen J, Australia, April 2008
Our tour guide was very informative, we learned a lot about the history of the Mayans and Tulum. Time ... Read more ›
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