The Parque Xel-Há has prepared a wide variety of activities for you and your family. Our recommendation is to take a lifejacket or a floating tire and start swimming along the incredible river; You can snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the huge natural cove and observe a great variety of tropical fish that inhabit this paradise of the Riviera Maya.
Walk trails and discover the secrets of nature; enjoy a moment of total tranquility in the hammock area, ride a bike through the jungle or have fun with all your friends in the different zip lines, even the little ones have a space where the fun never ends! Recharge your energy as many times as you want, in the various buffets of typical and international dishes of our restaurants.
Fall in love with nature in Xel-Há, a paradise that has everything for you to enjoy an unforgettable day with family or friends.
Xelha (Spanish: Xelhá; Yucatec Maya: Xel-Há) is an archaeological site of the Maya civilization from pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, located on the eastern coastline of the Yucatán Peninsula, in the present-day state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. The etymology of the site's name comes from Yukatek Maya, combining the roots xel ("spring") and ha' ("water").
The park is centered around the natural inlet and lagoon, which is promoted as one of the main attractions of the park that forms with the flow of the river through rocks mixing salty waters with fresh underground water currents.
The inlet of Xel-Há is a natural aquarium where hundreds of species inhabit; such as tropical fish and an abundant flora. In the park there is also a turtle reserve, where research is constantly carried out to learn more about marine life and contribute with the ecological maintenance of the area.
A shark fence extends across the lagoon's entrance, and the public is permitted to swim and snorkel in the lagoon. Underwater the limestone has been eroded into a myriad of small caves and grottos.
A variety of aquatic-based activities are offered by the theme park, including snorkelling, scuba diving, and swimming with dolphins.
RECOMENDATIONS: Swimwear, Comfortable clothes, sun block, sunglasses, insect repellent, camera or underwater camera and extra money for souvenirs.
NOTE: Picture I.D., room key or $20.00 US dollars are needed as deposit for towels, lockers and snorkeling gear.
IMPORTANT: Children under 5, FREE admission. Children ages 5-11 get 50% off adult ticket price. Must show ID at the Park's ticket office.