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Tulum, Cave & Cenote Swim

Cozumel, Mexico

Tulum, Cave & Cenote Swim

DETAILS

  • 8
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Snack

OVERVIEW
After a 45-minute ferry to Playa del Carmen, your guide will lead you to an air-conditioned motor coach for a scenic and informative one-hour drive to Tulum.


Discover the only mayan city located on a cliff overlooking the Caribbean sea and visit a natural park located in the jungle to explore the beautiful and mystic cenotesTulum sits atop a small seaside cliff and is considered the most beautiful archaeological site on the Yucatan peninsula. The Maya built the walled city-state of Tulum in the 11th century to control maritime commerce, and its excavated temples and buildings are spectacular, especially the tower El Castillo. As you meander about, you will also see the Temple of Frescoes and the Temple of the Descending God. The Yucatan is just as captivating beneath the surface, as you will discover at the Mayan Cenote. To enhance the experience, you can swim in the crystal-clear, cenote-fed by the filtration of rain and by the currents of underground rivers.


HIGHLIGHTS
• Walk through the clifftop ruins of Tulum, the only Mayan city-state on the sea.
• Behold the ruins of buildings and temples that the Mayas constructed in the 11th century.
• Enjoy a guided visit to a natural park located in the jungle.
• Swim in the cenote fed by the filtration of rain and by the currents of underground rivers.


HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

• Bring water shoes for the cenote portion.

• Lockers available at an extra cost.

Need to Know:

Note: Bring biodegradable sunscreen Grounds at the ruins consist of uneven limestone and loose stones, and extra caution should be taken, so as not to slip and fall. There is a government tax of USD8-USD10 for the use of videography in all areas of the ruins, this includes taking videos with video cameras, tablets, or mobile phones. Tripods or professional video equipment are not permitted, hats, sunglasses, etc. Mosquito repellent is suggested during the months of August through November. Cash, comfortable walking shoes, light clothing, and a swimsuit are recommended. Guests prone to motion sickness should take precautions. This tour is not recommended for guests in wheelchairs or that have difficulty walking. Grounds at the ruins consist of uneven limestone and loose stones, and extra caution should be taken. There is a government tax of USD8-USD10 for the use of videography in all areas of the ruins, this includes taking videos with video cameras, tablets, or mobile phones. Tripods or professional video equipment are not permitted


A light snack of a granola bar and a bottle of water will be provided on the bus. The use of face masks is mandatory. A responsibility waiver has to be signed prior to participation. Guests who go ashore do so with the understanding that they will be mixing with members of the general public.


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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Adventure
Beach/Swimming

Activity Level:

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    Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve physical exertion for extended periods of time; can involve uneven or steep terrain or swimming in a light current. Recommended only for physically fit and adventurous travelers.
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