Xplor is Grupo Xcaret’s adventure park in the Riviera Maya and, according to the park itself, the most visited zip-line park in the world. In a single day, you’ll fly over the jungle on 14 zip lines, drive an amphibious vehicle along jungle trails and through flooded caves, paddle a raft down underground rivers, and swim among stalactites. And since it’s an all-inclusive park, the buffet, snacks and non-alcoholic drinks are unlimited, so all you have to do is enjoy the ride.
Although most travelers search for it as “Xplor Cancun,” the park is actually in the Riviera Maya, right next to Xcaret Park and about 15 minutes from Playa del Carmen. From the Cancun Hotel Zone, it’s roughly a 1 hr 15 min drive. That’s why Go Visit Cancun offers two ways to book: tickets only, if you already have a ride, or the Xplor tour with round-trip transportation from your hotel or meeting point.
Both options include exactly the same experience inside the park. The only difference is how you get there:
| Option | What’s Included | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Tickets only | Xplor All-Inclusive admission: activities, gear, buffet, snacks, non-alcoholic drinks and locker. Free parking at the park. | Travelers staying in or near Playa del Carmen, or driving a rental car. |
| Tour with transportation | Everything above + round-trip, air-conditioned transportation from your hotel or the nearest meeting point. | Travelers staying in Cancun, Costa Mujeres, Puerto Morelos or the Riviera Maya who’d rather not drive. |
Book your ticket, get to the park on your own and show your reservation along with a valid photo ID at the ticket booth. It’s the most budget-friendly option if you’re staying near Playa del Carmen.
We pick you up at your hotel or the nearest meeting point and drop you back off at the end of the day. Transportation is shared with other park visitors, and once inside Xplor you explore the activities on your own, at your own pace (there’s no guide accompanying the group inside the park).
Your ticket gives you access to every activity in the park, as many times as you want during opening hours. Here’s what’s waiting for you:
Get behind the wheel of an amphibious vehicle and cruise along jungle trails, bridges and flooded caves. It’s a family favorite, since everyone rides together and shares the adventure. These vehicles seat up to 4 passengers, and you don’t need a driver’s license to drive one, just be 18 or older.
Beneath the Riviera Maya jungle lies a hidden world of caves and crystal-clear fresh water, the same cenote landscape found all across the Yucatan Peninsula. At Xplor, you can explore it in two ways:
With this much action, you’ll work up an appetite fast. Your ticket includes a buffet meal plus stations throughout the park with unlimited snacks and non-alcoholic drinks: smoothies, fresh juices, aguas frescas, coffee, fruit and oatmeal cookies. Keep in mind that Xplor’s all-inclusive is alcohol-free.
Pro tip: start with one of the zip-line circuits or the amphibious vehicles, and save the underground rivers for the hottest part of the day. That way you’ll make the most of your morning energy and cool off underground around midday.
Traveler tip: hydrate well before starting each zip-line circuit; once you’re on it, it’ll be a while before you reach another drink station.
| Activity | Minimum Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Zip lines | 3 ft 7 in (1.10 m) | Min. 88 lbs / max. 300 lbs (40–136 kg) |
| Amphibious vehicles | 3 ft 7 in (1.10 m) | — |
| Underground Expedition | 3 ft 7 in (1.10 m) | — |
| Toboganxote | 4 ft 3 in (1.30 m) | Max. 300 lbs (136 kg) |
| Rafts | 3 ft 3 in (1 m) | Max. 705 lbs (320 kg) per raft (4 people) |
| Stalactite River swim | 3 ft 3 in (1 m) | — |
| Hamacuatizaje | 3 ft 3 in (1 m) | Max. 300 lbs (136 kg) |
The Xplor All-Inclusive ticket gives you access to every activity in the park (two zip-line circuits, amphibious vehicles, rafts, the Stalactite River swim, Hamacuatizaje, Toboganxote and the Underground Expedition), plus safety gear, a buffet meal, unlimited snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, and a locker for two. Transportation is only included if you choose the tour with transportation option.
Xplor is in the Riviera Maya, along the Cancun–Tulum federal highway, right next to Xcaret Park and about 15 minutes from Playa del Carmen. From the Cancun Hotel Zone, it’s roughly a 1 hr 15 min drive. With the transportation option, you don’t have to worry about driving: we pick you up at your hotel and bring you back at the end of the day.
The price depends on the option you choose (tickets only or tickets with transportation) and the number of adults and children. You’ll see the up-to-date rate for your date in the booking module, and kids ages 5 to 11 get a reduced rate. Everything each option includes is listed above, with no hidden fees.
Yes, Xplor is a great family outing, but the minimum age to enter is 5, and each activity has its own height requirement (for example, 3 ft 7 in for the zip lines and 3 ft 3 in for the rafts). Check the requirements table before you book. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Given how active the day is, it’s usually most enjoyable for kids ages 7–8 and up, and for teens.
Yes. Several activities don’t involve getting in the water, like the zip lines and amphibious vehicles, and life jackets are mandatory for all water activities. That said, being reasonably comfortable in the water will help you relax and enjoy the Stalactite River swim.
Plan on spending the whole day: the park is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, which gives you enough time to do every activity and even repeat your favorites. If you book the tour with transportation, allow 11 to 12 hours in total, including travel time.
It’s the same park at different times of day. Xplor is the daytime experience, with two zip-line circuits and a buffet meal. Xplor Fuego is the nighttime version, with torch-lit activities, a single zip-line circuit and dinner. If it’s your first visit, daytime Xplor lets you see more of the jungle and fit in more activities.
It depends on what you’re looking for. Xplor is the adventure and adrenaline park: zip lines, amphibious vehicles and underground rivers. Xcaret blends nature, Mexican culture and the nighttime show Xcaret México Espectacular. Xel-Há is the more laid-back water park, perfect for snorkeling and relaxing. If you have several days, you can combine them in a package.
Xplor stays open in the rain, since many activities take place in the water or underground. If there’s an electrical storm, the park may temporarily pause outdoor activities like the zip lines for safety. If you’d like to change your date due to bad weather, contact us as far in advance as possible and we’ll review the available options.
"Incredible day! Loved every part of it…"
"Fun day. Make sure you bring some kind of closed toe water shoe that fits tight on your foot or you have to buy them also for kids near 18 they need an ID. Food is unlimited all day. Zip line course is really good and water slide isn’t near as wild as they claim. The entire park…"
"Definitely worth going if you in the Cancun area …"
"So much fun worth the price the food and drinks were really good and enjoyed the wildlife definitely will do this the next time I'm in the area …"
"This is the third time I have traveled to Cancun, Mexico, and I have booked my tours with this agency; Cancun Tours. I am grateful for the good prices and punctuality they maintain.…"
"Xplor tour was great, my girlfriend and I had a blast at this park. One complain is the helmet. Please consider sanitizing it better by allowing it to dry completely. It smells very bad. …"
"It was a lot more then we expected. We all had a lot of fun. The only thing that we found could use some improvement were the restrooms and locker rooms were. The smell there was pretty bad. …"
"This place was absolutely amazing. The park was exceptionally clean, service and food were excellent and well worth the money.…"
"Wish there were a lot of drinking fountain when you go to the zip line area. Once you get inside, yiu can't go out and it's at least 1 hour and 30 minutes of walking, hiking/climbing stairs and ziplining without water. We only saw 1 drinking fountain towards the end.…"
"Amazing adventure…"
"Long wait times for photos to be processed …"
"Fun adventurous park …"
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