Beautiful park with delicious food in the cafe! The cafe kitchen is open 9-4, except Mondays when…read morethe park is closed.

Beautiful and very well maintained park. Cute play area for children, and lots of seating if you'd…read morelike to read or just relax. Clean bathroom free to use. There is a cafe, yoga days, and movie nights. The only negative aspect that I could think of is the mosquitos, but easy problem to fix with bug spray.

This place is awesome! Just went fishing with a fisherman and the family. This is the first time…read moreI've been to Puerto Aventuras. Aside from fishing there is so much to do! You can swim with dolphins, seals, boating, jet skis, beach. It's not a resort it's a recreation area with residences and hotels so you get a better Mexican experience! There are tons of restaurants from tacos, seafood, Italian, or bbq. It's not too expensive. It's a different kind of holiday, unlike going to an all inclusive, pigging out everyday and laying on the beach. There are actually locals as well which Go there. It's like you know your at a good Chinese restaurant when the locals go too! If you like more adventure, nature or just being active, Puerto Aventuras is a great option!

we had such a great day from start to finish with everyone but mainly Chino. He was the best with…read moreguiding us through the day. thank you for making our experience one of the best ones! highly recommend asking for him!!

Book this tour!! I went with my husband and we both cannot stop raving about this excursion. We…read morewere debating between this, and xplor- very happy with our decision. Transportation was right on time, no transfer to another bus, or another stop, or (like other excursions we've been on). Also it took less than an hour from the hotel zone. The guys working at Selvatica went above and beyond. What a nice group of people working. Every single person working was non stop going, and still were so happy and nice. They made us feel comfortable, and made our day so enjoyable. It is a guided, organized experience so you're guaranteed to do everything that you signed up for. Barely any wait, and you're basically with the same group the whole time. The light 'snack', is a turkey sandwich, and then you get lunch (tacos/fajitas) at the end. There's a very cool bar, the place itself is picture worthy, you feel like you're in a tree house! Highly recommend doing this. There are lockers there, but can't bring phones on most of the activities. There are photographers (hanging from zip lines!), and photos for purchase at the end. $100, however they came with nearly 150 photos, worth the purchase. Recommend - wearing comfy clothes, bring a swim suit, and if you have crocs id wear those.

Xel-Ha was not initially on our list during our visit to Tulum, but we decided last minute to give…read moreit a try and I'm glad we did! It provided an all inclusive, low key day exploring nature and enjoying the water. It's basically a massive lagoon where you can snorkel different areas, take an inner tube through the mangroves, ride bikes to the mangroves, eat and drink as much as you want (buy the all inclusive package it's worth it), and ride the water slides from the top of the lighthouse. The food was decent for a buffet at a water park. The three different restaurants had a variety of options. The bars around the park would make you drinks with quality spirits for an all inclusive like Bacardi, Malibu, etc. We were trying to order our tickets online the same day but we kept getting an error message. We called their helpline and purchased tickets over the phone. I was glad we did because we received a discount! Lastly, there are stations all around the park where you can get a locker and pickup snorkel gear, etc. Don't go to the first station you see. Walk to the main area of the park and choose a station close to your next activity. They also provide showers to rinse before and after and life jackets to wear while in the lagoon.

We spent Day 2 of our Christmas trip at Xel-Há with our family and it was honestly one of the…read morehighlights of the trip. This place is basically a tropical playground. Cenotes, caves, snorkeling, river floats, hammocks, zip lines, and all the water activities you could want, all tucked into the jungle. What really surprised me was the food. I normally hate buffets, but this one was actually... good. Like really good. Fresh, flavorful, and plenty of options for everyone, from picky eaters to foodies. We ate well and didn't feel like we were sacrificing quality just because it was all-inclusive. We went back for thirds lol. It's definitely a long day and there's a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes and pace yourself, but that's part of the fun. You can be adventurous or just float, snack, and nap in a hammock with a drink in your hand. The fact that almost everything is included (food, drinks, gear, activities) makes it feel totally worth it. No nickel-and-diming, just show up and enjoy. If you're in Tulum with family or honestly anyone who loves nature and water, Xel-Há is a must. We had an amazing time and I'd go back in a heartbeat.

Unbeatable value for the money... has camping and very basic rooms - no mosquito nets, no blankets…read more(just sheet), no AC, no hot water. But it is THE only affordable place along the beach. Not on the beach, but a short walk across the street and you are at the southern end of the Tulum beach, which is the least busy part and some of the safest swimming, and miles to walk south into the reserve. Also a mostly-above ground cenote behind the hotel makes for great swimming (warmer than the ocean) and kayaking. We paid around 37US for a room with two double beds and an en suite bathroom (the bathroom isn't very nice, though), and could not find anything else along the beach for less than 50US, and nothing with en suite bathrooms for less than 100US. You are paying for the location around there, and if you don't mind basic, this is the only place for shoestring travelers to stay. Be aware of location... on the right as you drive south, you pass Xbalamque (which is more basic for double the price), then Cenote Encantado (which is expensive - but has practically the same name), then Encanto. All are close together. Manager Alexis speaks good English and is very helpful. Self-catering kitchen.

Bad experience we have lounge chair rented 200 pesos each that included umbrella. You can order…read morefood from we're you at and enjoy your stay 2 hours later never get our food. Waiter never see him again. So we decided to go to the bar with swing and explained, then we ordered our drinks and food and they have it. Right away. So just be aware.

Serene and beautiful. Water Is lovely and this is more of a…read morelocal beach. Nature at it's finest. This by far is my favorite beach to come too. 40 pesos per person. Brink a snack, towels and umbrellas. You'll love it.

Long before Xcaret became part of our family vacation, the Maya believed the gods moved through the…read morejungle, the rivers, and the stars--and today, as we explored it together, it felt like they still did. Our family had one of the most amazing days to kick off our summer vacation. This was our first time to the park and I must it is massive! So much to do so be sure to arrive early and plan your day tactfully to take advantage of all they have to see and offer. 2 days definitely recommended if you are wanting to experience everything and not have to be too crammed or rushed. The underground river circuit was amazing and so much to see along the float. My only "quejo" or "complaint" is that they should monitor how many people are in at a certain time as sometimes you can be jammed packed in narrow areas. The food at the Oaxaca restaurant was definitely on point with a wide variety of food choices from vegan to bbq to salad to dessert. They have everything you could ever want to try while in the Mayan Riviera. You gotta try the cochinita pilbil. The Mexico Extravaganza Show was hands down one of the best shows I have ever seen in my life and that says a lot because I have seen a lot of shows in my life so far. The culture and musical growth displayed from various regions of the country. I would recommend you arrive early to try and get a good seat in the theatre and be sure you know it is an open air theatre with a roof so it can get warm. Once seated you can then go to the bar or snack / concessions below. Definitely invest in the photo package as there are so many photo spots and it saves you from wondering if you got a great shot for your trip that day. Xcaret Plus is what we purchased which includes the all day pass to the park, one admission to the buffet or a restaurant on site (Cocktails / Alcoholic drinks not included). We drove ourselves to the park but they do offer hotel pick up and drop for your convenience. Getting and out is easy. They speak many different languages so rest easy knowing that you have help if needed or have questions. The Xcaret group knows how to run a tourism business as we have used them in the past and everything is well organized. You get a lot for a great price. Next up, Chichenitza with them tomorrow

Came to Xcaret Park while staying at Hotel Xcaret Mexico, and so glad that we came! This park is…read moreso unique and big, there is so much to explore. My favorite things here was looking at all the different birds, observing the wildlife, and sitting by the ocean. It was so beautiful everywhere you went! We also saw so many wild lemurs here throughout the park which was cool. However, since the park was so big, we ended up spending a lot of time walking to each experience. Overall, I would recommend this park since there are so many things to do!

The best Cenotes I've been to in the Roo. Only a few local families visiting not a tourist trap,…read moreonly 1.5 km off the highway, about $20 per person. Clean facilities, good parking, I cant say enough good about this place! They have both open and cave cenotes, guided scuba tours available too for serious explorers,

5 different Cenotes in one area. Many options for what you can choose - self admission and access…read moreor guided tours that include lunch. As an English speaker, I'm not sure that the guided tour was worth it as the Spanish portion and explanations were long and the English versions were condensed (my bf understood both and said we got shortened versions). Most of what we got we already knew from googling. However, the all inclusive tour included food - which might be more worth it finances wise. The tour guide will walk and talk and show you each cenote, swim together in cenote 5 (you can't have access here as a self guide) for exactly 25 minutes. Then once the tour is done you're free to explore in your own. That lasts about 1.5 hours. We then had lunch - choice of pork chun, fish fillet or fish tacos. On the menu it ranges from 130 to 200 pesos a dish already. But included in tour, we got chips and salsa, fruit water (pineapple this time), our meal, and ice cream! After, we went back to swim and check out the spots really quick. Truly, it was pretty quiet and for the most part we had it to ourselves. 3 hours is plenty of time

Just go! This is a gem. Yes, you might be a little apprehensive about leaving the Hotel Zone and…read moreventuring out, but this is worth it. We ended up here twice during our trip. Our first trip was during an evening where things were quite lively. Live music was playing from the stage. There was dancing, families everywhere and many street vendors. There are also a number of food court restaurants near the palapas. The ones we visited, all were outstanding and the food was extremely reasonable (ok, cheap), but bring your pesos. My daughter got three huge empanadas for 95 pesos (less than $5.50 US). I got 4 street style pastor tacos for roughly $4.50 US. We also bought esquites both times for $2 for a small cup. Well worth it. On the second visit, it was late afternoon/early evening. The vibe wasn't as festive, but still busy and lively. The HZ buses drop you off nearby and the walk is very short and extremely safe. On our second visit, we walked from Mercado 28 and it was still very safe.

Hot! Bring ya hand fan!!! Tons of locals and their families flock to here on Sunday nights!!!! This…read moreis their go to spot! You want to find good local food, desserts, arts and crafts, vendors with local goods, local bars, and best prices in town, go here! Arrange uber in and out or taxi! It gets busy we rode the bus like some crazies, it was fun but packed and had ac but no private ride. Tacos, tortas, pizza, turkey legs, marquisette, crepes SnoCones, bags, clothes, art, massage stands. It's a one stop shop- socks, jewelry, kitchen dishes, souvenirs yes! I don't know if you would find a parking spot so I say uber. It starts around sundown and their out there until 11pm at least. It was so hot no winds and lots of people packed in there. Not much seating or benches, tables they had were occupied and people wasn't moving anytime soon. It depends time of year I'm sure as well, but like I said it's more locals here you will see O tourists unless they did their research hahaha