It honestly was not as big of a wow factor as I had hoped…read more... Our tour guide for the cave was subpar at best! He did a very bad job at sharing the ecological (and anthropological) history of the area He did a bad job answering questions... We were rushed through the cave ........ It is a beautiful cave though, especially the part where you walk over the water over the bridge ((but definitely should not be a top 10 National Geographic cave walk!!!..?!!! I have seen much cooler caves!...) The animal park is very fun. They take nice care of the animals and they actually have a great variety. My two-year-old had a great time with the animals. The cenote Was ***extremely busy !...... full of loud obnoxious tour groups who completely ruined the whole vibe There are catfish in the water that do not bite The cenote is small. The water is crystal clear! It is very fun to explore! Bring a mouth piece for the snorkel, as they do not provide those (the thing that enables you to breathe while you are under water) The water is FREEZING cold Even colder than they advertise There are no wet suits We went Thursday at 1 pm for the cave, and 3pm for the cenote, so I was not expecting it to be busy..... The cenote is 10 minutes away from the cave ( you have to drive there) Aktun Chen is about 20 minutes down a dirt road- once you exit the highway, there are signs saying you are heading the right way to the cave/cenote, but I kept doubting myself.. as the dirt road feels very remote Glad I went, but honestly would not go back again... PS- they say no sunscreen to protect the cenote, but allow bug repellent lololol -- do you know how much more toxic bug repellent is than sunscreen?? Hire better staff, and I will feel inclined to give a better review It felt like a cattle corral ..... did not feel genuinely cared for ((or that the staff genuinely cares for the environment!..!.!.!)

We signed up for the combo package which included ziplining, then a cave tour and then the cenote…read more The whole family unanimously agreed Aktun Chen was the highlight of our 1 week trip to Mexico. The ziplining was 10 ziplines, and the tour guides were fun and allow you to go upside down or 2 people at once on some of them. Make sure to bring money to tip the tour guides! The cave tour was the weakest section but I admit I did learn a bunch of interesting geological sorts of stuff. The cave actually gets a bit muggy and so the cenote was a great way to finish the day and cool off. They have you do a very brief "tour" in the cenote and then we were given about 30 min of free, unsupervised play time there. The water is clear, cool, clean and you adjust very quickly to the temperature. The lighting and colors were MAGICAL and the kids loved swimming amongst catfish. Water shoes were perfect for the whole day. You get a locker at each site. Towels and change of clothes are handy at the end of the day- don't forget those! And keep in mind that getting to the front entrance of Aktun Chen is not the same as getting to the actual reception area - it's ~ 3.5 km down a windy dirt road. Something to consider if you get motion sick easily, or something to consider if you rent a tiny car that might have difficulty on dirt roads.

Sian Ka'an will forever be a special place. Not just because it's an UNESCO world heritage site,…read morebut because of it's natural beauty, biodiversity and the fact that I got engaged here. I highly suggest getting out on a boat to tool around the reserve, photograph the Beautiful birds, check out the manitees, and float in the Mayan channels. It's a special place!

This review is for Punta Allen, at the end of the Sian Ka'an bioreserve. Holy moly where do I…read morestart? We were thinking about a day trip to Holbox, but we met a local Yucatan couple at a cenote one day that said Punta Allen would be a much better option. The main deterrent is the road to get there, and that's what keeps the place such a hidden gem. They told us we would be fine in our little tiny rental car, but every blog/article online said you needed a 4x4. I read horror stories about getting stuck in the sand and the idea of getting a flat on a tiny strip of land in the middle of the ocean with nobody around for miles definitely scared us. We proceeded to ask local people, and they pumped us up to go, so off the hell we went! It was definitely the craziest drive I've ever experienced. There are so many dips everywhere, if you're not a good driver or a nervous driver it might not be a good idea. It is also one of the most beautiful drives through the jungle with glimpses of the ocean every now and then and watch out for the iguanas crossing the road. And then finally you reach the little town of Punta Allen, with no cell phone service and electricity only at certain times of the day. Amazing. There are plenty of eco tour options in the area, they're all connected so you're going to get the same price and tour. We were having lunch at one of the restaurants on the beach, and one of the tour boats was right there, so we finished up our super fresh seafood lunch and got right on the boat. Our host was amazing and man can he drive a boat! He's a local that's dedicated to this and knows this part of the ocean like the back of his hand. He took us to see dolphins, then to see sea turtles, then to snorkel around the coral reefs, and finally to the "natural pool." This was such an amazing experience! This was one of the most magical experiences in Tulum, which is already magical. The hardest roads sometimes lead to the most beautiful places. I don't know whose bumper sticker I read that on but it fits. The rough journey makes it that much sweeter, and I'm so glad we made it.

Our 2nd time to Tulum Ruins was great! We joined a tour this time and enjoyed it. Our guide was…read moreknowledgeable and very accommodating when questioned. We went on a March weekend and was surprised it was not crowded which was great. I would love to come back during sunset next time - the dramatic scenery, combining ancient ruins with a beautiful beach and the ocean view, will definitely be worth it!

Absolutely worth the visit. The setting is hard to beat, ancient ruins perched above turquoise…read moreCaribbean water with a steady ocean breeze the whole time. The walking paths are easy, the grounds are well kept, and there are plenty of viewpoints where you'll stop every few minutes just to take photos. It does get hot and crowded, especially mid-day, but if you go earlier or later it feels much more relaxed and you can really take in how unique the location is compared to other archaeological sites. The beach access below the cliffs is a huge bonus and makes the experience more than just a history stop. Bring water, sunscreen, and patience, but the views alone make it worth it. You will see plenty of iguanas. :)

Antonio, Emiliano and the crew were great! My gf and I did the kayak/denote tour and had a blast…read more They are all very passionate and knowledgeable and their good vibes helped us catch an amazing sunset amongst abundant bird wildlife while paddling the Lagoon in Sian Kaan Biosphere. Fresh fruit, authentic home made empanadas and mango guacamole ensured we were well fueled. Definitely recommend!

Couldn't agree more with the other 5 star reviews I've read! Went out with Antonio and Emiliano…read more(and one other that I'm forgetting his name!) for a morning paddle and then snorkel at a local cenote. We were lucky to have minimal wind (as if they could help that) and saw many birds and fish! The kayaking is in calm shallow waters so newbies should definitely brave it. I was in a single but they also have double kayaks. Antonio was incredibly knowledgeable about the birds, fish and iguanas we saw. He and the guys are also very up on current sustainability happenings in the area and clearly love what they do for work. Saw a baby crocodile while snorkeling and that was pretty thrilling. Can't recommend these guys (and gal!) enough, check 'em out!

This is an area on the other, more easily accessible side of the Sian Ka'an Biosphere. Once you…read moreget the the Laguna beach area, there will be guides offering boat rides/experiences. At first, I thought they were trying to scam, but then talked a bit more to them and decided "what the heck!" I must say, it's 100% worth the 600 pesos/person for the boat ride/canal float experience. As of today's exchange rate, that would be about $32 a person and worth every last peso. The lagoons are absolutely stunning and the canal that you float down is peaceful and crystal clear. The guides are fairly quiet but EXTREMELY knowledgeable if you ask them any questions. There are a few ruins around that you can get out and look at as well as they will tell you the history of the canals. Very interesting and informative. The thing my husband and I talk about and remember most of our Tulum trip is this experience. Good thing to know ahead of time however is the loooooong walk on the boardwalk back to the boat. Make sure you have a good pair of Keen sandals or something that are comfortable to walk about a half mile or so.

I'm not entirely sure why this isn't included in the other Sian Ka'an Yelp page. Even though it is…read morehuge area and there are different entry points, calling this Lagun area a separate thing all together is kind of weird. Anwyay, the Muyil entrance for the Sian Ka'an Biosphere is much easier to drive to if you have a rental car. Many reviews we read suggested we avoid driving ourselves to the Punta Allen area because it isn't a very well maintained road and is therefore better for drivers who are used to the road. It is also a much further drive to the Puerto Allen entrance. The main difference between the two entrance points is what you will see and experience at each. At the Punta Allen location, you will see more salt water marine life. Dolphins, turtles, crocodiles, etc. It is more of a wildlife experience. At the Muyil entrance, you will be on gorgeous fresh water lagunas most of the time. The lagunas stretch out as far as the eye can see and consist of crystal clear water that reflects the sky in a beautiful way. Vibrant greens and blues that gently dance in the sun. There are boat captains that will take you from the first laguna to the second laguna and then plow through what looks like a wall of plant life where you are suddenly in canals. Some canals were dug out by the Mayans and at least one of them is a natural canal. Once you get to the final canal you are informed that it is about 20km long and leads to a salt water laguna (which is officially part of the Punta Allen side of the reserve). You are instructed to put your lifejacket on like a diaper and then you get to float down the brackish water filled canal. The water is crystal clear and sometimes you might see a sea turtle. You will definitely see fish and a lizard or two. I hate water. It scares me. Deep water or water with dark edges terrifies me. But I always push myself to do things that are water related because I always look back and am happy I did it... even if I was anxious as hell in the moment. This was one of those times. The water level varies from about 7 feet to 4 feet deep and is crystal clear BUT you are kind of trapped in the canal. On either side of you there are just walls of mangroves with no real "earth" to stand on. You could hang onto a mangrove if you had an emergency but it isn't like you could really escape the water completely and walk back to the boats. This is my nightmare. If you have similar anxieties, definitely think about that. I held onto my friends the entire time we were floating but I still had trouble with it. It was sooooo pretty and technically peaceful though. I'm glad I got to experience it with my friends. We arrived later in the day so we were in the canal completely by ourselves. Our guide said he was going to go with us but after floating for 10 minutes we still hadn't seen him. This added to my anxiety. Towards the end of the float (apprx 1.5 km) he caught up to us. After exiting the canal, we walked for about another kilometer on a wooden boardwalk through the marsh. Ironically, my friends found this part to be the scary part as they imagined falling off the boardwalk and getting bit by something. Haha. The boat ride back was made even more exciting as our guide knew no one else was coming through so he sped through a canal at full speed. Not super safe but it was exhilarating. When we got to the lagunas we could see the rain in the distance and the water had started to look darker without the bright, sunny sky reflecting on it. The other pictures that are on this page don't do this place justice. It looks like the poster used a yellow toned filter. When we were there is was very blue and green. Definitely worth doing and I would highly recommend this entrance and experience to everyone. The boat captains have a set price of $600 mxn per person. It is non-negotiable and they will all give you the same price. Because of this, we didn't tip. The guide mostly just drove the boat and plopped us in the water. He gave a little bit of the history of the lagunas but it seemed to be a very typical boat ride. It felt weird not tipping but since negotiating wasn't part of the process we figured it wasn't necessary. Had we negotiated down to $500 mxn we likely would have tipped $100mxn. So I guess it balances out.

We are all entitled to our own opinions, right? Well here's mine:…read more Parking: na Location: na Decor/ambiance: 5 Customer Service: 5++ THE HIGHLIGHT OF MY TRIP TO MEXICO!!! This place is amazing! So many amazing memories and sweet moments we experienced here! At out resort we were approached by a lady with AmStar. She sold us on the excursion. We were able to zip line, atv and swim in cenotes for a slamming deal! It was almost to good to be true. There was a shuttle that picked us up from the resort, took us to the excursion and then it took us back as well. The excursion was about an hour away from the resort we stayed at. When we got there we were given Vania as our guide. She was so amazing I gave her all of the pesos we had after our adventure. She was awesome. The zip lining portion was fun and beautiful. The views from the towers was amazing. The swimming portion in the cenotes was crazy. I was scared at first because its inside of a cave and the water is mad cold. I'm so glad we did it because it was so worth it and we didn't want to get out when it was time. The ATV experience was LIT! We were on those things for at least an hour! There is a Mayan meal that they serve you at the end. Its really good and great for vegetarians! At the end of the excursion I fell that the deal we got was well worth it! I would advise you to take a change of clean cloths as you will want to get out of the wet gear. For the most part they have everything you will need! 5Stars GoNative and Vania!!

This park was so much fun! I was in Cancun for a work vacation and my roommate and I wanted to do…read morean adventure excursion. We looked into a few different ones and chose this one because it included what we were really wanting (ATV, zip line and swim in Cenote) and was about a 5 hour excursion. We didn't want to take a whole day away from the beach. The staff was excellent! They were all so friendly and made sure to make everyone feel safe. Our guide was quite comical as well. All 3 adventures were a first for me. I can't say I would ever care to ride an ATV again but I was glad I did it. Those things are hard to handle! I was the slow poke in the back of the line . The zip lining was so cool! On the 1st one I kept my eyes closed most of the way and was holding on for my life but I was able to relax a bit for the next 2. I would definitely try it again! The cenote was so refreshing after we had gotten hot and sweaty. They supplied lockers at the start and they do not allow you to take anything with you (cameras included). They have photographers taking photos throughout and you have the option to purchase the flash drive at the end. It was $50. That was more than I expected it to be but worth it because they captured all the thrilling moments. I would definitely recommend this park!

This is an epic experience, if you're not too scared (like me) to roam around in those curious…read morewaters. Hubs, dived right in, I on the other watched from a boat, but it was lovely. the people are splendid. There's also a lot of history behind this, which was fascinating and hence why I cringe at what lurks beneath. Fascinated by learning more, please educate me here if you are knowledgeable about the Cenotes?? ps. Make sure to wear a life vest and I can see this being a hit with kids and adults alike.

Do your research before coming here - the map location here on Yelp is incorrect! Once you get on…read morethis road (or ruta) do note there are about 15 options to choose from. We choose Cenote 7 Bocas as there were 7 Cenotes to see/experience but half were cavernous and had flying bats!!! Bring cash as each Cenote charges about $20 a person to enter. You have to shower before entering the Cenotes (just a quick rinse in your bathing suit) and water shoes/socks are a definite plus to bring with you. Many places offer safe secure parking and lockers.

This was the last Cenote that we were able to see, but this one definitely didn't disappoint. There…read morewere multiple open water holes which you could swim any in of them. The was the only Cenote that didn't require life jackets. But it was definitely one of the most overly populated Cenotes. But it didn't make it any less beautiful. definitely worth the small amount of pesos.

Bring cash & water shoes. Rocks are slippery and sharp, but it's absolutely worth going. Also…read morerecommend having the taxi that brought you pick you up.

My 8 y/o son, sister and I came here after visiting Cenote Multun-Ha right across the street. At…read morethe entrance off the side of the road, each visitor is required to pay 100 pesos. You then drive down a long private road to the parking lot and the cenote's entrance. After you park, an attendant comes to your car and punches a hole in your ticket(s), while giving you instructions to take a shower before heading down into the cenote. My issue with this place is the long flight of VERY SLIPPERY, wooden stairs leading down to the cenote and the terrible customer service, if you want to even call it that. My son slipped on the stairs on the way down to the cenote and fell on his back, hitting the back of his head. While he was screaming and crying in pain, none of the attendants came to help. My sister and I were able to calm him down and help him back up to the car. I ran into the attendant who had initially punched my ticket and told him that we needed to leave and asked for a refund since we hadn't even been there for 10 minutes (of which, 5 were spent trying to calm down my son), let alone visit the cenote. He pointed to the front entrance and told me to talk to the employee who took my money. As we drove out, I relayed to the employee at the entrance who had initially taken my money, what had happened and he told me no refunds. I told him that I needed to take my son to the hospital to check for a concussion and he shrugged his shoulders and told me it was "impossible to refund." Granted it was only 300 pesos for us to enter, but for me, it was the principle. This privatized Cenote makes $$$ from tourists like my family and they can't even invest in anti-slip grip tape for the wooden stairs?! They even have signs warning that the stairs are slippery so it's nothing new to them that their stairs pose as a potential hazard. Today's events showed me that the owners of all these tourist attractions only care about one thing...taking your money and NOT about your safety or experience. I will never be coming back to Coba's cenotes and I strongly caution you about the stairs at Cenote Choo-Ha so that a similar accident doesn't happen to you or your loved ones if you do choose to visit.

Smallest of the three cenotes, we LOVED floating under the ancient stalagmites & stalactites!…read more Be observant to look below, as some areas become shallow and you can strike your knee, unsuspectingly, on the rocks below! Be careful of your footing walking down the wood steps and wet rocks entering the water.

Lola was amazing, very patient guide! Cannot recommend this business enough. Will be coming back…read morefor sure. Sean

Agua Clara Cozumel for the win! Lola was a great guide! We did two dives and a lovely lunch on the…read moresandbar in between. Saw all kinds of fish, rays, a turtle, a sea anemone, multiple colors and varieties of coral plus the white sand and turquoise water of the Caribbean. Crew was professional, helpful, and engaging. Highly recommend Agua Clara Diving for your scuba adventures on Cozumel.