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  • Paol
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had so much fun with Yaris and Luis. Very comfortable and joyous trip. Yaris is very helpful and makes you feel so much welcomed to the city. Loved the overall experience :))
    Written November 9, 2024
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  • Sam T
    Sutton, UK2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great tour of Chichen itza with very knowledgeable guide, Oscar Sanchez. Loads of information on Mayans! I would highly recommend. Make sure to arrive at 8am before the big tour buses arrive.
    Cenote stop on the way back was fantastic. Nice tour around Valladolid to finish with lunch.
    Written November 9, 2024
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  • PrincessCJ
    Bedfordshire, UK115 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We travelled here via a booking through our Tui rep at our hotel.
    The best park to go to!
    No detail missed.
    We went and did the river swim first in the morning, this is advised to avoid lots of people. We took our 22 month old grandson and he did the whole length. Small enough life jacket to fit him. Although we had to sign a waiver as they didn’t recommend he go due to the chill of the water, he managed it and there are exits every 200 metres.
    We checked out the pools , had lunch in the Californian Resturant where the food was nice.
    The children’s world is lovely although the shallow pool is covered in algae and made it slippery, they made up for the rest, water slide (6-12 years) gift shop, water jets, and large lagoon to swim in. There are also some child friendly rest rooms, with tiny toilets, lowered taps and even a slide to rejoin the footpath. There is plenty to do and see around the park, plenty of water stations to refill bottles, bag available (free) to transport belongings to the end of the rivet trip.
    The highlight of the day goes to the manager, OSCAR, at the Oaxaca Resturant who allowed our grandson to eat at no cost.
    We didn’t book any extra activities at an extra cost, we were still able to see the sharks, turtles and dolphins. We never had the up close and personal encounter but our day was completely filled with other things to see.
    We attended the evening show which was educational, entertaining and had the wow factor!
    Tips:
    * Do not need water shoes for the river trip.
    * Take a waterproof phone case.
    * Take a bottle to refill with water.
    * Take towels , shower gel and shampoo to shower .
    * wear loose clothing as it’s very hot.
    * comfy shoes (lots of walking)
    * power bank to charge your phone.
    * small amount of cash for rental of towels $399
    peso with $10 deposit.
    * Everywhere accepts Apple Pay

    We would return here as we didn’t get to experience everything and we spent 14 hours there!
    Written November 9, 2024
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  • Cassandra M
    Las Vegas, NV1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We came with a large group (50+) and they were able to accommodate our party. We had an amazing time on the boat. The staff was awesome and the drinks were delicious. There was a beautiful sunset on the way home which was a perfect ending to the trip. It was a fun afternoon and I would recommend it to friends.
    Written October 12, 2024
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  • Marci R
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What an amazing experience!! Ulrich was our guide and he made sure we were safe and had fun. We couldn't believe he speaks 3 languages fluently! Our driver was professional and courteous, and we got our photos back already and the qualityis phenomenal. I took my husband for our 10 year anniversary and it is definitely something we will never forget. 10 out of 10! Would recommend to anyone!
    Written November 9, 2024
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  • Cassandra F
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Okay, this is an excursion that you do NOT want to miss. I traveled to Mexico for work and the ONLY thing I wanted to do for myself was see the Mayan ruins in Tulum - so when presented with Rio Secreto at the hotel I stayed at (Hilton Mar Caribe!) and they offered me an all-day (6:55am-5:00pm) trip that gave me an added bonus of SWIMMING INSIDE A CAVE, I elected to go for it! Now, I am traveled solo, but it wasn’t even an issue.

    I woke up and caught the beginning of the sunrise over Cancun, then headed toward the front of the resort to meet the driver. A sprinter van pulled up, and Cesar greeted me with a smile and asked to see my ticket. We traveled to three other hotels to pick up a couple of families (no small children in my tour group, but definitely a baby or two as we went on!) and a couple of couples.

    Cesar was knowledgeable about the land, jovial, friendly, played good music, and paid excellent attention to the road. He was such an accommodating driver and I’m grateful to have met him! We stopped at a gas station after about 45 minutes or an hour to allow anyone on board to use the restroom, and I purchased a bottle of water.

    When we got to Rio Secreto, we met Tainara - our tour guide. All smiles and bouncy personality, she prepared us for what was to come: she taught us about respecting the space we were about to enter, she was playful and thoughtful, and kept close watch over the elders in our group. First, we put on our required water shoes and swimsuits, then locked our belongings in a locker that we received a lock and key for: our clothes, phones, cameras, and other valuables went into the locker.
    Next, we took a shower that drew water directly from the cave and used that as a basis to determine who would be more comfortable in a wetsuit. (I elected to have one!) The wetsuit was relatively easy to put on, and had a long string you can use if you’re traveling solo! What a relief! At this point, you are given a hardhat with a light affixed and a life vest that Tainara ensured fit each of us the right way.
    Here, we met Lareidis - our photographer for the cave experience. He took wonderful photos (yes, we bought them!) throughout the duration, assisted us as the ground became more difficult to navigate, and also helped get someone back to surface when she realized that an underground cave filled with water really wasn’t her idea of fun! Let’s backtrack though - before entering the cave, we were invited to participate in a ceremony by a Mayan elder who blessed us from wherever we came, and invited safety on our journey.
    What a beautiful place! It was living art, and my goodness I was so thrilled with how excited Tainara was as she led us through the environment. I had the most amazing journey and experience - we swam together, played a little bit, meditated, and learned about the life underground. As we had many in our party who weren’t fluent in Spanish, she spoke fluently in English and honored us with Spanish when someone spoke Spanish to her.
    There were a couple of cenotes in the cave, which were such a holy feeling to witness. The grounds are kept well preserved - it’s literally swimming inside a natural history museum! Each time one of our group elders needed extra assistance, either of our guides stepped in without even being asked! It felt like the reverence that was due to the place of worship was greatly honored and it was such a pleasure to have this experience. I will definitely be bringing people back as much as I can!

    When we finished the cave system, I had 10 new friends, I swear! We trekked back to the starting point and then got back into the clothes we started in, depositing the borrowed lock and key, water shoes, wetsuit, and life vests.

    Time for buffet! We started with a shot of traditional Mayan alcoholic drink - shoot it! It was reminiscent of anise and very, very good! What interesting dishes and fresh Jamaica tea! We got to view the photos and had the remaining 25 minutes before disembarking for Tulum! Once back inside the van, we drove for 45 minutes and some napped and some stayed awake - most importantly, our driver from before - Cesar!

    Two hours was the time allotment for the Mayan ruins - and again, here Tamara stood out - she gave us so much juicy information about the culture, the collapse, the disappearance of, and the gods of the Mayans. She knew about their foods, drinks, animals, planting seasons, and had some of her own curiosities that haven’t ever been answered - why seven fingers? She showed us photos of what the ruins would have looked like in the 1200’s - what exquisite beauty! I had no idea and I am so glad that I took a chance.

    Anywho… I’m sure that if you have read this far, you’re going to go on your own journey here - one of the BEST decisions you will make in your lifetime.

    Words of advice: eat before you go! This is hard work!
    If you decide that it isn’t for you, be brave and speak up! There is no shame in deciding that you cannot continue!
    Take pictures at the ruins - I am sure that with the continued hurricanes, they won’t be here forever.
    Bug spray and sunblock are good friends of yours.
    Get rid of the plastic water bottles - they aren’t allowed in Tulum!
    No, you can’t bring a tripod, I •tried•
    You can bring a camera though!
    Please tip your driver, guide, and food helpers, consider leaving a review. They survive on tourists!
    Written November 8, 2024
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  • Brian S
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Superb.
    Hisa is an incredibly knowledgeable guide, sharing fascinating insights.
    Chichén Itzá deserves its place as one of the “new” Seven Wonders.
    Early start and the faster toll road worth it to get there before the crowds.
    Really enjoyed our dip in the cenote.
    Best to book direct as we went through our hotel and appear to have paid quite a lot more and didn’t know about the toll until the day.
    Totally recommended.
    Written November 8, 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • Appletrakka
    8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went with Oscar Sanchez for private tour to Tulum and cenotes.. was absolutely worth going private tour to beat the crowds, have personalised trip and shared knowledge 👌 Such a comfortable ride and stress free experience 10/10 reccomend. Thank you Oscar 😊
    Written November 5, 2024
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  • Gabriela E
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had the best experience in this tour ! Fun fun fun !
    And the tour guides are the best !
    They are funny and they really go above and beyond for the group
    Don’t forget to pack some goodies for the little children’s in the Mayan villa Their happy faces are priceless
    Written November 9, 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • BrooklynSun
    Brooklyn, NY118 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was the 2nd visit to Chichen Itza and our girls 1st. Another fantastic experience. Yes it was hot but that’s to be expected. The first stop was lunch and a religious ceremony. We didn’t like after the native ritual the “leader” tried to sell us a “blessed” idol for $500. Then he lowered the price for a smaller version for $250. I wondered if they even noticed the big Ankh tattooed on my arm. That should have been their sign we weren’t falling for this trick. Plus if they asked they would have known we were from NYC. Enough said. The stop at the “calendar” which most of us refer to as a pyramid was just as wonderful as the first time. We joined a Tour guide in English from a different group. Learned more than the first time. Around the sites are too many vendors trying to sell you the same merchandise. Even had those “idols” the leader tried to sell us back at lunch. One guy selling tshirts actually got upset because I wanted to bargain down the price. 1 for $25 and it’s not from JCrew. They need to cut the vendors down to a few and arrange them in one section. Distracted from the views of the ancient site. Asphalt is needed to paved the paths around the area as well. The Cenote was a great experience. The girls loved it. Too short a visit. Then we stopped at Valladolid. Nice experience. Lists of action around the park. But again the stay was too short. More vendors selling the same souvenirs. Wanted to see unique items by local craftsmen. Maybe on Etsy. Be prepared for a long drive but the bus was quiet for the most part with the exception of these 4 Frenchmen that had a lot to talk about. One tried to tease me about being from Brooklyn while he wore a Knicks jersey of a French draft bust for the Knicks. He assumed being from Brooklyn meant I wasn't a Knick fan. He need to upgrade his jersey to Brunson or a Knick legend like Ewing. But overall it was a good experience. Next time we will get a private ride and tour guide.
    Written August 3, 2024
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  • Doug Y
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The show was fantastic, amazing proformance .Excellent service would highly recommend this to anyone who has ever never experienced it.
    Written November 8, 2024
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  • Paul B
    Suffolk, UK15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our guide was Miguel and driver Luis. Pick up was dead on time and great communications from the office. Miguel was very informative along the way and at the sites we visited, he got the balance right between knowing when to talk and when to give quiet time. It was a long day pick up at 6am and back after 8pm but so worth it. Luis was an amazing driver, safe and always made sure we had water. it was a small group of 12 which meant that we were never waiting for stragglers. The buffet at Hubiku cenote was good. We have been to Chichen Itza before, but it was still good., EK Balam was probably our highlight. The best tour we've ever been on in Mexico and we've been here 3 times. Great honeymoon memories. Highly recommended.
    Written November 9, 2024
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  • Joe L
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Ivan was such a good tour guide! He was very knowledgeable and made our tour very enjoyable. They provided snacks and drinks no let us cool off in the car when it was too hot 😂 they’re so friendly!
    Written November 9, 2024
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  • littlemissgandt
    Port Perry, Canada3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A very informative day out with lots to do. Our guide Fransisco gave us lots of the history of Tulum and Coba and the cenote was a welcome refreshing break. We saw lots of bats and also squirrel monkeys in the jungle and iguanas were everywhere. The bus driver Berto was very kind and provided cold drinks. A long day but very worthwhile.
    Written November 7, 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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