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Xel-Ha


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
Traveler Description: Xel-Ha is aproximately 30 miles south of Playa del Carmen.  A real natural wonder.  This location has something for everyone.  From swimming with the... more »
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Attraction type: Aquarium, Ancient ruins, Waterway, Geological formation, Water park, Nature reserve, Amusement/theme park, Architectural building
Activities: Snorkeling, Scuba diving, Swimming, Biking
Address: Carretera Chetumal-Cancun km 240
Quintana Roo 77780
Mexico
Tel: 52 998 884 7165

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3 of 5 stars
TreeTexas_USA   5 contributions
Texas, USA
Nov 20, 2009

Neat park, lots of birds and animals. However, more of a waterpark with natural rides. The lazy river was far from lazy...it was very very difficult to swim because only after 5 minutes it opens into a lagoon that has lots of waves and wind. We and many others were complaining having to swim out tubes a very long distance... more

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4 of 5 stars
wysfam   16 contributions
Grand Rapids, Mi
Nov 15, 2009

Must do this one on a sunny day, water is nice and cool but wouldn't be fun if raining. Snorkled by the sea and saw some mighty big fish. The blue fish in the river were stunningly beautiful. The jungle path is over rated. With mosquito repellent, we were running to get out of it. The rope swing is not... more

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4 of 5 stars
SBU   4 contributions
LongIsland
Nov 15, 2009

We lucked out and parlayed the all inclusive admission cost with transportation (~$!00 USD per person) via a Time Share talk. Initially we were upset that the package we received did not include Tulum (only 6 other people on the filled coach bus did not do both). Since we had done Chichen Itza earlier in the week, we weren't devastated... more

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3 of 5 stars
adventures09   8 contributions
Pennsylvania
Nov 14, 2009

I took a day trip here during a week long stay on the Riveria Maya. It was pretty, nice lagoon for snorkeling, and visibility was better then expected. Nice assortment of fish for a beginner or children, but nothing special. Only two of the restaurants were open, both buffets, so no option for just a snack or a drink. Food... more

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4 of 5 stars
pschaefer04   3 contributions
new york
Oct 22, 2009

loved it, had a great time, but the food and sites and wildlife is better at xcaret. AND you can stay late and watch a show/have dinner. Its more commercial, but its better built. more

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5 of 5 stars
gqjustin   61 contributions
Seattle, WA
Oct 21, 2009
11/11 found this review helpful

Xei-Ha is amazing! A lot of these reviews focus on just how great it is, but I will focus on the basics so you know how to get there, what to bring, and what not to do/buy! We took a bus tour that departs from Cancun’s hotel zone. Our bus tour foolishly combines the ancient ruins of Tulum & Xei-Ha... more

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5 of 5 stars
BeachTraveler78   1 contribution
Massachusetts
Oct 21, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

If you visit the Mayan Rivera check out Xel Ha, it is a beautiful and peaceful natural park. The water is gorgeous and perfect for snorkeling, there are various other activities including a lazy river through the park. It is good for a half a day but to relax and enjoy the park go for the day. more

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3 of 5 stars
hb_pony   34 contributions
Carl Junction, Missouri
Oct 16, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

We went to Xel-Ha for a day not really knowing what to expect. We purchased tickets from our travel rep at the resort for $95 each person. Sounded a little steep but we thought we'd try it. Got there when they opened. It is very very large park. They have several places to step down stairs and snorkel, you can... more

Beautiful!
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5 of 5 stars
mr4tune   2 contributions
Grande Prairie, Alberta
Oct 11, 2009
3/3 found this review helpful

What a great place to visit while in the riviera! We visited Xel Ha in March of 2009 and wish we would have had an extra day to come back and do all the stuff we couldnt get to. This place is a must visit. Food wasnt anything to write home about, but the drinks and bars were great. Amazing... more

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5 of 5 stars
Krys99   1 contribution
San Pedro, CA
Oct 10, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Snorkel all day, swim with the dolphins, or relax in the lazy river. Xel-ha has something for everyone. I especially liked the cliff jumps and cenotes. What else could you ask for at an all-inclusive price. more

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Xel-Ha Address

Carretera Chetumal-Cancun km 240 | Quintana Roo, 77780, Mexico
Tel: 52 998 884 7165