Xcaret Plus Tour Cancun: Nature, Culture & Spectacular

Spend a full day moving between water, wildlife and Mexican culture without arranging the transport.

Xcaret Plus is a 12-hour guided tour of the eco-archaeological park south of Cancun, combining water activities in underground rivers and cenotes with wildlife viewing, cultural performances and museum exhibits. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cancun are included, along with access to the beach, natural pools, coral reef aquarium, butterfly garden, aviary, one meal and the Xcaret México Espectacular evening show. A live guide speaks English or Spanish. Bring a swimsuit, towel and change of clothes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Xcaret Park and Cultural Shows

• Arrive at Xcaret Park
• Enjoy water activities and underground rivers
• Visit Children’s World for kids
• Explore Coral Reef Aquarium and sea turtle center
• Walk through Butterfly Garden and Aviary
• See jaguars, manatees, flamingos, and monkeys
• Visit Mexican Folk Art Museum and Hacienda Henequenera
• Watch Papantla Flyers ceremony and Equestrian Show
• Attend Xcaret Mexico Espectacular show

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your Cancun hotel and a drive to Xcaret, a park built into the Mayan jungle where underground rivers, cenotes and the Caribbean meet. Once inside, you move between water zones and land attractions on your own pace: the beach and lagoon, shallow cenotes in Children's World for younger swimmers, natural seawater pools, and the underground rivers that flow through the property. The coral reef aquarium and sea turtle center let you see marine life without leaving the park.

Between water time, the park holds cultural and natural exhibits: the Butterfly Garden and Living Orchid and Bromeliad Museum for plant life; the Aviary and Rainforest Trail for birds and forest canopy; and a Mexican Folk Art Museum, pre-Hispanic Mayan Village with traditional dances, Papantla Flyers ceremony, and the Bridge to Paradise cemetery. Wildlife roams the grounds: jaguars, manatees, flamingos, spider monkeys, bats, deer and tapirs are part of the landscape as you move through. Sun loungers, hammocks and rest areas are scattered throughout, and you get one meal at a park restaurant with unlimited soft drinks.

The Xcaret México Espectacular show runs in the evening and is included. It is a live performance celebrating Mexican traditions and culture. The tour ends with a return drive to your Cancun hotel. You will need to bring your own towel, swimsuit and change of clothes: water shoes are recommended for the cenotes and river areas. A photo of the lead traveler's ID (driver's license or passport) is required before the tour date.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cancun.
• access to the beach, natural pools, coral reef aquarium, butterfly garden, aviary and underground rivers.
• sun loungers, hammocks and rest areas.
• one meal at a park restaurant with unlimited soft drinks.
• Children's World for younger swimmers.
• and the Xcaret México Espectacular evening show.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 07:00

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupUp to 60

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Altustours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want a full day combining water activities, wildlife and Mexican cultural performances without managing the drive from Cancun or deciding which attractions to prioritize: the route, timing and inclusions hold the day together.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What water activities can I do at Xcaret on this tour?

Xcaret has underground rivers, cenotes, a beach area, a lagoon and natural seawater pools. Children's World offers shallow cenotes and wading pools designed for younger swimmers, and the coral reef aquarium lets you see marine life up close.

Is the Mexico Espectacular show really included in the Xcaret Plus tour?

Yes, the Xcaret México Espectacular evening performance is included. It is a live show celebrating Mexican traditions, culture and folklore.

What animals will I see at Xcaret?

The park is home to jaguars, manatees, flamingos, spider monkeys, saraguato monkeys, bats, deer and tapirs. You will encounter them as you move through different sections of the grounds.

Does the tour include food and drinks?

One meal at a park restaurant is included, along with unlimited soft drinks. Other food and beverages are available for purchase throughout the day.

How does hotel pickup work for this Xcaret tour from Cancun?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for hotels in Cancun. You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and returned at the end of the day after the evening show.

What should I bring to Xcaret for this tour?

Bring a swimsuit, towel and change of clothes. Water shoes are recommended for the cenotes and underground rivers. A photo of the lead traveler's ID (driver's license or passport) is required before the tour date.