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The Amazing Secret River: Nature's Crystal Museum

  • Cavern at Cozumel Secret River
From 100
Explore the region’s most unique natural treasure—a series of caverns connected by underground waterways known as “Mother Nature’s crystal museum."
Over millions of years, nature has been working on a piece of geographical artwork that puts any man-made creation to shame—Río Secreto Natural Reserve. Walk, wade and swim past stalactites and stalagmites embedded in the crystal-clear freshwater of this well-cared for and sustained nature reserve. Following a guided tour of the subterranean world, you’ll have a taste of the local flavors with a Mexican lunch before heading back to the pier.

Energy Level

Duration

9 hours

Type

ENERGETIC, DARING

Accessible

No

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This tour operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria.

Shore Thing Highlights

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  • Take a tour of Mexico and Central America’s leading nature reserve

  • Explore a crystal museum carved by Mother Nature and secret river

  • Accompanied by an expert tour guide

  • Enjoy a local lunch before heading back to the pier

Need to know

  • 45 minute ferry ride to/from Playa del Carmen is included

  • Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible

  • This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors

  • Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate

  • The following items may not be taken inside the cavern: watches, jewelry, photo, or video cameras

  • Please be aware that Sailors must navigate uneven ground while in the cavern

  • Maximum weight for this Shore Thing is 250 lbs.

  • Lunch is included

  • Lockers are included

  • A wetsuit is provided

  • A towel is provided

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Shore Things are fully refundable to the original form of payment. However, please note that Shore Things are only fully refundable if they are canceled within 48 hours prior to the booked Shore Thing taking place, unless stated otherwise in a specific Shore Thing 'Need to Know' section. If you fail to either (a) cancel within 48 hours of the booked Shore Thing (or alternative time period as may be stated in a specific Shore Thing 'Need to Know' section), or (b) show up for a booked Shore Thing, you will be charged for 100% of the Shore Thing price. 

If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and within 48 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.

If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.

If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.


Shore Things departure times and/or meeting locations are subject to change. We will make every effort to notify Sailors in advance via the Sailor App of any tour departure and/or meeting changes.
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