5 Xcaret Attractions Kids Will Love

Image: PHOTO: Put a big smile on your child's face with a visit to the Butterfly Pavilion at Xcaret. (photo courtesy of Experiencias Xcaret)
Image: PHOTO: Put a big smile on your child's face with a visit to the Butterfly Pavilion at Xcaret. (photo courtesy of Experiencias Xcaret)
by Grupo Xcaret Xpert
Last updated:: 7:00 AM ET, Mon February 19, 2018

Underground rivers, tropical jungle and Caribbean waters all await your arrival at Experiencias Xcaret.

This eco-archaeological park located in Playa del Carmen is the perfect option for a family adventure. The kids will have the opportunity to interact with wild animals, learn about the ancient Mayan history, swim in the natural waters and much more.

Here are five attractions the kids will enjoy during a family visit to Xcaret.

Pre-Hispanic Dances

Children love learning by experience, and they usually don't even realize they are learning! Allow the children to be immersed in the magic of ancient Mexico when they travel through the jungle trails at Xcaret and take in the Pre-Hispanic performances.

The chants and drums of the Owl Dance and Dance of the Mayan Village will fill their ears, and the ancient stories will be told through performances.

Archaeological Sites

Xcaret is an archaeological adventure, and there are various sites throughout the park to prove it. Take the kids through the jungle trails that lead to the areas that were once home to a Mayan community. The whole family will enjoy this adventure.

Butterfly Pavilion

The ancient Aztecs say butterflies are a representation of the souls of warriors who are no longer alive. The children will love traveling through this exhibit to see the many different butterfly species, and they may even get lucky and have one land right on their hand.

Jaguar Island

If you think your children would enjoy a close encounter with jaguars, this is the place to see. Jaguars are the largest cat species in the American continent and are a representation of leadership, power and war.

The kids will be impressed by these majestic creatures living in the heart of the jungle surrounded by clear rivers. Be sure to put this attraction on your list!

Adventure Kids

During this activity, the kids will be able to learn so much being up close and personal with nature. First, they can feed and interact with stingray with a staff member on hand. They can also throw on snorkel gear and swim along with them.

This attraction comes at an extra cost, but the kids will be overjoyed with the unforgettable experience.


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