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Spa & Fitness
Spa & Fitness

Relax and rejuvenate yourself at Spa Sandos, a full-service spa offering a variety of massages, treatments and exercise equipment (18+).

Lush Environment
Lush Environment

Escape to a serene natural setting teeming with green jungles, clear rivers, natural springs, dense mangroves and local fauna.

Family Activities
Family Activities

From the young, to the young at heart, the resort boasts endless fun-filled activities and sports for the whole family to enjoy.

 
The Xcalacoco Experience
The Xcalacoco ExperienceDiscover the wonders of ancient Mayan culture.

According to Mayan beliefs, the jaguar spirit lives in all people, empowering us to rise up and explore. It is this spirit that has driven us all, since the time of ancient travelers, to reach this place called Xcalacoco. It is here, on this land, with traditional dances and ceremonies that our community continues to pay homage to the sacred elements of Heaven and Earth, Water and Air, Fire and Life.


Features

Day 1: Cenote Offering According to Mayan legends, the Offering to Chaac is based on a beautiful love story between a brave prince, Chachazib, and a beautiful princess, Nicte-Ha. Their story took place beside the clear waters of a sacred Mayan cenote. The two shared a love so profound and tragic that their story continues to be shared in local legends to this day.

Day 2: Ceremony of Fire Surrounded by the intense heat of the fire, the Chilam gives thanks for all the kindness and gifts the Great Creator offers us each day—the sacred elements of Water, Sun, Wind, Earth and Life. As the villagers dance to thunderous drums, the entire community of Xcalacoco unites in a common prayer for harmony. In this final ceremony we make a collective commitment to continue feeding the Fire of Life.

Adventure ActivitiesBike Path: Take a trip through the property’s abundant natural attractions, including a nearby authentic Mayan archeological site.
The Underground Springs Route: This wilderness path leads through the jungle and past a series of natural underground springs.
Mangrove Path: Explore one of the most important coastal habitats along the Mexican Caribbean.
Mayan River: Take a tranquil boat ride through a winding river and encounter native plants and animals along the way.

Nature ActivitiesBird Sanctuary: Admire a multitude of multicolored birds in a lush environment.
Deer Encounter: Observe white-tailed deer in a natural jungle habitat.
Discover the Mayan Jungle: An abundance of local wildlife permeates the jungle—over 60 species of mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians.
Turtle Lagoon: Several species of freshwater turtles sun themselves in our lagoons.
Iguanas: These prehistoric jungle reptiles are present throughout the property.
Mangrove Crabs: These eye-catching crustaceans delight guests with their bright colors and peculiar scampering.
Plant a Tree: Sandos supports the conservation of Mexican rainforests in Quintana Roo. Guests are invited to take part in this important program.