Xel-Ha is a world famous eco-park located north of Tulum, about 15 minutes from our house in Akumal. It lies on the eastern coastline of the Yucatan Peninsula, the location of the Mayans in ancient times.
Xel-Ha's many leisure, ecological and natural wonders offer things to do for the whole family. The beautiful open-sea aquarium allows you to view sea life in its natural habitat unchanged and not bothered.
Swimming with the dolphins is also a popular activity for tourists and it is usually not available in most areas. Animal and nature lovers like to spend time in the water with these gentle mammals, and they will have a great story to bring back to their family and friends!
Snorkeling is also ideal in the local lagoon. The coral is dead there, but regular feeding keeps the many types of beautiful fish returning for dinner. Some visitors will have another person feed the fish so they can view the swimming visitors from below.
There is a river which begins in a natural spring, and inner tubes are used to float to the end. This is a perfect complement to an afternoon nap in a hammock on one of the sandy beaches.
The more daring tourists enjoy climbing and diving from the local cliffs in Xel-Ha, exploring the Mayan cave, and checking out the local Xel-Ha ruins. These ruins are largely untouched and totally natural, which gives a unique view into past centuries and architectural contributions of the Mayans.
Hammock Island, Xpa, Bay of Caprices and The Beach are popular hotspots for visitors who want to rest and experience the leisurely activities at Xel-Ha. Chacah Garden, the Mayan Wall, the Apiary and Plant Nursery provide perfect natural attractions for plant life lovers. Natural wonders are also seen at the Inlet, El Dorado Cavern, Ixchel’s Gulf, the Mayan Cave, Chaac Mangal, and many lakes.
When staying in Akumal, Xel-Ha is a short drive that will please the entire family and offer a lot of different activities for all. Tickets are affordable. Xel-Ha is a one of a kind eco-park with things to do centering around relaxation, fun and seeing ancient and natural wonders.
Water sport lovers will enjoy the inner tube float down the river, cliff diving and snorkeling in the lagoon. Nature lovers will enjoy swimming with the dolphins and exploring the many forms of plant and animal life there, and those curious about the historical roots of the Yucatan Peninsula have an opportunity to explore the Mayan ruins and see the architectural influences of that age.
Our kids and grandchildren always plan on spending the entire day at Xel-Ha when they visit Akumal. There is so much to do they never get tired of going back. They enjoy riding a bicycle through a path in the jungle, jumping off the cliffs into the limpid blue sea, swimming with the dolphins, and walking through stingrays on the bottom of the sea.
This year for the first time they signed up for the Sea Trek. You wear a technologically advanced helmet that looks like deep-sea diving equipment. Sea Trek required no previous training or diving knowledge. Instructors are nearby at all times during the walk, helping you in every way and easing any concerns about the aquatic walk of your life. They all said it was a walk they would remember forever!
We think you will enjoy going to Xel-Ha on your next trip to Akumal.
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