Río Secreto

Natural park Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico

What to expect

Río Secreto is a semi-flooded limestone cave system near Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico. The cave system is composed of limestone that has been hollowed out by millions of years of water erosion, featuring stalactites, stalagmites, and other formations. It is home to many bats, silkworms, catfish, and other species. The cave is a popular tourist destination, with guided tours available. The minimum age for participation is four years old, and minors must be accompanied by an adult. The cave is a great place for families to explore and learn about the natural world

Plan your family visit to the Río Secreto with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We floated through clear, freshwater and experienced the stalagmites in this beautiful cave

Highlights: The kids loved this excursion in Playa del Carmen, and the buffet, wet suit, life jacket, helmets, lockers, and non-alcoholic drinks were included ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We swam and hiked through the underground river system

Highlights: The kids loved swimming in the crystal-clear waters and exploring the unique formations ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We took a tour of Rio Secreto, an underground cave system with rivers running through it

Highlights: The kids loved exploring the caves and swimming in the rivers. It was a unique and unforgettable experience ✨

Rio Secreto Review: One of Riviera Maya's Most Unique Tours

This family's experience:

Activities: We took the Río Secreto Classic Tour, a half-day excursion from Cancun or Playa del Carmen

Highlights: Our kids were nervous at times but overall did great and we all loved the experience ✨