Xcaret

Xcaret for over a thousand years was a Mayan port known as “Pole”. Travelers would come here to purify themselves before worshiping the goddess Ixchel in Cozumel. Today, Xcaret is an educational center with lots of water-based activities. The center is built in and around the ancient ruins, making a unique setting. You can participate in activities like swimming through an underground river, playing with dolphins or checking out a replica Mayan village.


The underground river is truly amazing. A gentle current takes you through a myriad of beautiful caves that millions of years ago formed part of the ocean floor. You get to drift along and see fossilized coral and marine life. Use your own judgment, but strong swimming skills aren’t needed, so both young and old may enjoy this experience.


The butterfly pavilion is one of the largest in the world. From the moment you enter, butterflies surround you. These vibrant and intriguing insects are all around and some may even decide to get up close and personal. Not only will you be in awe of these vibrant and magnificent insects, but you’ll learn a little something about them too.


To the bat cave – this is not for the faint of heart. It’s dark, damp and smelly and you can literally hear the bats rustling around above you.


The Mayan village is a replica of the way things once were. Houses, gathering huts, boats and food have been replicated to demonstrate what it was like to live during that era.


One of the main attractions of the park is the opportunity to swim with the dolphins. You get the chance to pet them, play with them a bit, then watch as they leap over you. It’s an invigorating experience. The whole thing lasts for about an hour (30 minutes of instructions/explanations and 30 minutes of actual dolphin time.) After your hour is up, you’ll have the option to purchase a video of yourselves with the dolphins.

Besides these activities, you can spend time on the beaches, walk the grounds and see other educational exhibits. If you stay for the evening, you can see “Xcaret at Night”, a series of presentations that reflect the Mayan history and culture. One of the highlights is a game of Ulama, the traditional game where two teams of six people move a 9-pound ball using only their hips. A folklore show follows.


Xcaret is aproximately 1 hour from Cancun.

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