Xcaret Park has the most enchanting ways to enrapture the senses though activities that bring to life millenary traditions of the world´s greatest ancient civilizations such as the Mayan culture.  Xcaret´s Temascal is a fascinating therapeutic experience long-time practiced by the Maya to purify the body and mind, through a steam bath that serves as a healing source for physical illness and spiritual balance through nature´s four elements: water, fire, air and earth.

Xcaret´s Temascal is a traditional Mayan sweat lodge in shape of a stone igloo where guests induce in a steam therapy produced by the pouring of water with aromatic herbs over hot volcanic rocks. The Temascal was a common activity in many Native American cultures such as the Aztecs and the Mayas that has been practiced for centuries. Its name in Nahuatl means “house of steam” (Temaz =steam, and calli=house) and at the time of the Spanish Conquest, they were found in almost all of central and southern Mexico, and today one can enjoy this fascinating pre-Hispanic ritual at Xcaret eco-Park.

The use of the Temascal therapy is believed to cure sickness of the skin, bad circulation, rheumatism, arthritis, muscular pains, colds and congestions, as well as psychological imbalances such anxiety. It also helps get rid of toxins from the body, by exfoliating the skin just as the practice of sauna baths.

The high heat and humidity of Xcaret´s Temascal produce the healing effect through sweat that helps eliminate toxins at high levels. The stones are kept hot inside the Temascal, as an infusion of medicinal herbs is prepared. Chants and brief moments for meditation are part of this mystical experience. After the steam bath, participants will proceed to immerse in a natural fresh water pool to balance body temperature.    

Xcaret´s Temascal experience has a duration of one hour and price for adults is $45 USD and children $40.50 USD (Not recommended for children under 12 years old). Includes a towel and bottled water. People that suffer claustrophobia, heart problems and asthma will not be able to be part of this activity.  Xcaret Tickets do not include the Temascal experience; this is an additional activity that requires reservation which is recommended to book upon arrival to this eco-Park.

Important: These prices are subject to change without further notice.