If you like adventure or traveling with your family, in addition to the beautiful Cancun beaches, you can't miss one of the many parks in Cancun.
From the most famous Xcaret, xel ha, Xplor or Wet N Wild, to those created more recently as Xenses and Xoximilco, each of the Riviera Maya parks is full of adventures and has its own characteristics that stand out from the rest.
During your visit to Cancun's parks, you can enjoy beautiful beaches, cultural and historical areas, and special activities such as swimming with dolphins, exploring underground rivers, and snorkeling.
Em Cancun and in the Riviera Maya there is something for everyone: themed parks, ecological parks, nature reserves and water parks. To visit these parks during the day or night, the most recommended way is to hire any of the Cancun tours, or go on your own, either by renting a car or using taxis and public transport.
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The 7 best parks in Cancun and Riviera Maya
1 – Xcaret
One of the best places to visit in Cancun is Xcaret. Recognized in 2016 as the “best theme park in the world”, it has more than 50 attractions for all ages and offers natural beauty, recreational activities and entertainment. It is no wonder that Xcaret is the largest theme park in Cancun and Mexico.
During your visit to Xcaret, you can swim in underground rivers, hike jungle trails and explore mysterious caves.
You can't miss the Butterfly Garden and the magnificent Coral Reef Aquarium. In addition, in Xcaret you will have the opportunity to see deer, jaguars, flamingos and exotic birds.
Within the cultural and historical areas of Xcaret you can see Mayan ruins, the Museum of Popular Art of Mexico and the Chapel of Guadalupe.
In addition, you will have the opportunity to see a wonderful show at the night show “Xcaret by Night” with more than 300 artists on stage. Don’t worry about food, as there is a wide variety of restaurants to suit all tastes (you can include food when you book the tour to Xcaret).
Usually a Xcaret Park Tour includes: transportation, access to the beach, entrance to the natural pools, shows and exhibitions, water activities in underground rivers, visits to the Aquarium and general equipment (lifeguards, beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkel, etc.).
2 – Xel Ha
Another of the best water parks in Cancun is Xel Ha. Considered the largest natural aquarium in the world, it is one of the most popular destinations in the Riviera Maya and throughout Mexico.
Snorkeling is one of the main activities to do during your visit to Xel Ha. It also offers the possibility of practicing other activities such as Sea Trek and Snuba.
There are two main routes you can take in Xel Ha. One is the water route, where you have to take a train that will take you up the river to start exploring. You can choose to go swimming, snorkeling, or on the single or double inner tubes.
Another way to explore Xel Há is through the jungle, where you will find a variety of adventure activities and the possibility of seeing countless species of exotic animals. Grab one of the available bikes and explore the entire park, it's really cool!
If you choose a all inclusive tour in Xel Ha, will have a continental lunch, unlimited drinks, buffet, snorkeling, jungle walks, children's nursery, use of lockers and towels, general equipment (life jacket, umbrellas and sun loungers).
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3 – Xplor
Many Brazilians ask if Xplor is worth it. It is very much worth it!
If you are looking for adrenaline and contact with nature in the Riviera Maya, Xplor is one of the parks you must visit.
Located in the heart of the Riviera Maya, in Xplor you will visit caves covered with stalactites and stalagmites produced by the permanent infiltration of rainwater.
Xplor Park offers the possibility of exploring by walking between rivers and caves or sailing on a raft. Also, if you like extreme adrenaline, don't miss the nighttime version of the park called Xplor Fuego, where you will experience adventures in the middle of the darkness.
4 – Xenses
Xenses is another of the parks in Playa del Carmen located very close to Xcaret and Xplor, 74 km from Cancun. It offers 15 activities in different settings perfectly designed to make you live an unforgettable sensory experience: Land, Air and Water.
You will pass through different ecosystems of the Xensatorium, walk through the caves of a labyrinth of underground arteries and you will also be able to go to the fun world of dwarves and giants.
Despite being recently built, this is one of the theme parks in Cancun and Mexico that receives more visitors every day.
Tip: It is recommended to bring a swimsuit, comfortable clothing, a towel and extra clothes to avoid getting wet.
5 – Xoximilco
xoximilco It consists of a set of canals that cross at night in picturesque boats, while you enjoy the best traditional Mexican dishes with friends and family.
All this with the accompaniment of traditional mariachis and other typical live music, making it a kind of journey through a fun party in the “authentic Mexican style”.
The tour lasts approximately 3 hours. Children aged 5 and over are welcome. It includes a trajinera (a type of raft with a table and chairs) ride through the canals, dinner with Mexican food, free tequila, beer and soft drinks, and excellent live music.
The park is inspired by Xochimilco in Mexico City, making it one of the most picturesque tourist parks in Cancun and the Riviera Maya.
6 – Jungle
If you’re into extreme adventure, make sure to add Selvatica to your list of parks in Cancun to visit. The park is located approximately 45 minutes south of Cancun and covers approximately 133,55 hectares of jungle beauty.
It has 12 exciting zip lines, cenotes where you can swim and has vans that will take you to explore the jungle, one of the best excursions in Cancun.
The good news is that the tours are conducted in very small groups. If you need it, the park offers a round-trip transfer to your hotel, which makes the service more personalized.
7 – Parque Ventura + Wet N'Wild Cancun
For those looking for an amusement park in Cancun, Ventura Park is the place to be. It is a very complete theme park and is the only one actually located in the city of Cancun. It includes many attractions, so if you are traveling with the family, it is one of the best parks in Cancun for children.
It is made up of seven worlds: Wet'n Wild (water park), Fun Word (Roller Coaster, flying chairs and carousel), Aaaah Ventura! (high-level adrenaline), UnderWord (four simulators with the best technology), Dolphinaris (swimming with dolphins) and BeachOh beach club! (beach day, unlimited drinks and excellent cevichería).
Don't miss a day of adrenaline and guaranteed fun in this incredible park.
The Wet'n Wild world inside Ventura Park is for many the best water park in Cancun. It is full of slides that run through dense vegetation.
There are ten fun and adventurous water attractions, including the Slow River, Kids Park, Dolphin Show and Bumper Boats. If you’re not so keen on action, you can also relax on the beach at this park.
Price of the parks in Cancun
Each of the parks in Cancun offers different packages and prices. To help you plan your trip, I will specify the price for each park, as well as the types of tickets you can purchase.
Xcaret
Basic Ticket: 386 reais per person. Includes all activities except the extra ones, the Xcaret México Espetacular Show, life jackets, snorkels, safety bag during the river ride, bathrooms and changing rooms. Lockers and meals have an extra cost.
Plus Ticket: 504 reais per person. The most recommended. Includes the items on the Basic Ticket plus snorkeling equipment, locker, towels and lunch at the buffet restaurant (unlimited non-alcoholic drinks at lunch and 1 beer).
Total Ticket: 715 reais per person. Includes Basic and Plus items plus 1 extra activity from those available at the time of purchase.
Night Ticket: 308 reais per person. It's the cheapest, it includes the basic ticket items, but entry to the park is only in the middle or late afternoon.
Official transport: 105 reais per person. At the time of purchase, you can add official transportation to go to and from the park by bus from Cancun or Riviera Maya. Before purchasing, check if your hotel is on the list.
Discounted ticket: When purchasing your ticket online 7 to 20 days in advance, you get a 10% discount. From 21 days in advance, it's 15%. An excellent way to save money.
*Prices in reais are approximate and may vary according to the exchange rate of the day.
Xel-Ha
All Inclusive ticket: 347 reais per person. Despite the name, the ticket does not include extra activities. It includes all activities other than the extra ones, buffet food all day in the restaurants including breakfast, non-alcoholic drinks, bicycle, life jacket, snorkel gear, lockers, towels, changing rooms and bathrooms.
*Prices in reais are approximate and may vary according to the exchange rate of the day.
Includes All Inclusive items plus 1 extra activity from those available at the time of purchase.
Official transport: 105 reais per person. At the time of purchase, you can add official transportation to and from the park by bus from Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Before purchasing, check to see if your hotel is on the list.
Discounted tickets: when purchasing tickets online 7 to 20 days in advance, the discount is 10%. From 21 days in advance, the discount is 15%. An excellent way to save money.
*Prices in reais are approximate and may vary according to the exchange rate of the day.
Xplor
Xplor: 464 reais per person. Daytime access. Includes all attractions, food at the buffet restaurant, non-alcoholic beverages all day, restrooms, changing rooms, lockers and all equipment needed for the attractions.
Xplor Fuego: 386 reais per person. Night access. Includes all attractions, food at the buffet restaurant, non-alcoholic beverages throughout the evening, restrooms, changing rooms, lockers and all equipment needed for the attractions.
Official transport: 105 reais per person. At the time of purchase, you can add official transportation to and from the park by bus from Cancun and the Riviera Maya. Before purchasing, check to see if your hotel is on the list.
Discounted ticket: When purchasing your ticket online 7 to 20 days in advance, you get a 10% discount. From 21 days in advance, it's 15%. An excellent way to save money.
*Prices in reais are approximate and may vary according to the exchange rate of the day.
Xenses
Entrance fee – 242 reais per person
Includes:
- Discover the different ecosystems of the Xensatorium.
- Have fun walking the Path of Dwarves and Giants.
- Walk through the caves in the Underground Arteries Maze.
- Discover a space full of nature in Eden.
- Take a stroll through a Xítrico garden.
- Visit an original village.
- Get carried away with a slide that refreshes you.
- Long live the zip line that makes you feel like an eagle.
- Try swimming in a river salt that keeps you afloat.
- Enjoy like a child with river mud covering you from head to toe.
- Plus, be amazed by visual wordplay and optical illusions that will challenge your senses at every turn.
- Your Tour includes transportation only if you add it to your purchase (105 reais per person)
- Use lockers, bathrooms and showers.
- Free parking.
*Prices in reais are approximate and may vary according to the exchange rate of the day.
xoximilco
Entrance fee – 312 reais per person.
Includes:
- Typical games, skits and fresh water.
- Three-course tasting dinner with the best of Mexican cuisine and typical desserts.
- Open bar with tequila, beer, juices and soft drinks.
- Night tour on picturesque trajineras through canals.
- Live typical Mexican music groups: mariachi, bolero group, jarocho group and marimba.
- On Tuesdays and Fridays, Xoximilco Retro takes you to a party in the 90s atmosphere.
- On Thursdays, enjoy the musical tribute to Juan Gabriel.
- Your Tour includes transportation only if added at the time of your purchase (70 reais per person).
- Free parking.
*Prices in reais are approximate and may vary according to the exchange rate of the day.
Selvática
Gimme All (Duration 8 hours) – 561 reais per person
Includes
- 10 zipline circuits
- suspension bridges
- Tarzania
- Bungee Swing
- ATV or Polaris RZR buggy tour
- Transfer in Safari Truck through the jungle
- Rollercoaster
- Super flight
- Swimming in the Cenote
- Light lunch and fresh water
* Optional roundtrip transportation (check if your hotel is included)
*Prices in reais are approximate and may vary according to the exchange rate of the day.
Offroad Challenge (half-day tour) – 437 reais per person
Includes
- 10 zipline circuits
- suspension bridges
- Tarzania
- parachute jump
- Tour on Polaris or ATV (your choice)
- Transfer in Safari Truck through the jungle
- Swimming in the Cenote
- light lunch and fresh water
* Optional roundtrip transportation (check if your hotel is included)
*Prices in reais are approximate and may vary according to the exchange rate of the day.
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Extreme Canopy Tour (half-day tour) – 279 reais per person
Includes:
- Transfer in Safari Truck through the jungle
- 10 zipline circuits
- Tarzania
- Swimming in the cenote
- light lunch and fresh water
* Optional roundtrip transportation (check if your hotel is included)
*Prices in reais are approximate and may vary according to the exchange rate of the day.
Parque Ventura + Wet N'Wild Cancun
Unlimited Package to Ventura Park – 425 reais per person
Includes:
- Full day access to 5 worlds: Wet'n & Wild, Aaah! Ventura, FunWorld, Grand Prix and Underworld. Access to *Dolphin Show is subject to availability
- All programs include unlimited food and soft drinks / Alcohol not included, sold at the Open Bar directly in the Park
- lounges
- Use of towels and bathrooms
- Free transportation from central meeting points (regular ticket option)
Does not include:
- Access to Dolphinaris
- Souvenir photos (available for purchase)
- Locker rental
- Towel rental
*Prices in reais are approximate and may vary according to the exchange rate of the day.
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