Xel-ha or Xcaret

[maclady]

Our cruise is stopping in Cozumel,but offers excursions to either Xel-Ha or Xcaret. The two sites sound rather similar . Can anyone give us an opinion on which to visit. Xcaret is a bit more expensive. We would like to do some nice snorkeling on the excursion. :);):o

[BSQ]

Here’s my take on the two parks:

 

Xcaret has a lot of variety, mostly nature oriented. Gives you a tiny taste of some ruins. One of my favorite things was going through the underground rivers. They have an evening show as well.

 

Xel-ha to me has more things to keep kids occupied. And it’s also got an area that is inviting to just lay around and do nothing. The bonus, if you have a family, would be the AI option I think.

 

Both have pretty good websites where you can explore them in detail and try to decide which would be the best fit for you. I think either is a good choice. The only thing I don’t usually recommend is doing the combined Tulum / Xel-Ha trip because I don’t think you are given enough time at Xel-Ha. My personal preference is Xcaret.

 

You might want to search this topic on within the cozumel forum. the topic come up fairly regularly.

[H2Otstr]

Xcaret is a better choice. More to do and is, overall, larger. Been there 2X and Xel-Ha once. Wouldn't hesitate to go back to Xcaret.

[GlacierLady]

Xcaret was the best day I had when I was in Cancun for 2 weeks. I would go back just to go there again! I did the float trip down the underground river but didn't pay extra for the mask/snorkel ( life jacket was free) as I didn't want to see what I was swimming with and for good reason as later I went on this very nice raft type boat included in admission and saw this huge green eel/snake type fish. After seeing that I probably wouldn't have gotten in the water. It was dark alot floating and that in itself was kinda spooky but fun. I spent the whole day wandering around and never covered all the very nice trails or activities. It's -10 outside right now and I needed a bit of warm thoughts. :) Go and have fun!

[OolliieeJulie]

Has anyone done the dolphin swim at Xcaret??

If so, how was it?? What all did you get to do and can you bring underwater cameras in to take picture? Also, can you buy pics. taken professionally and if so how much does it cost?