Things to do in Cancun
Cancun Airport Shuttle54 optionsCancun Catamaran31 optionsIsla Mujeres Tours43 optionsSnorkeling in Cancun52 optionsXcaret Tickets34 optionsIsla Mujeres Snorkeling Tour21 optionsCenote Tour Cancun73 optionsCoco Bongo Cancun Tickets6 optionsCancun Fishing Charters8 optionsATV Cancun14 optionsBoat Tour Cancun57 optionsCancun Day Trips14 options
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Cancun: Private Fishing Charter to Isla Mujeres for Marlin & SailfishYou’ll head out early from Cancun on a private fishing charter toward Isla Mujeres, trolling for marlin or sailfish with experienced crew guiding every step. Expect salty air, wild stories from local fishermen, fresh drinks on ice—and maybe even dolphins alongside your boat. The thrill of that first bite stays with you long after you’re back on shore.
Cancun Taco & Mexican Food Tour: Mercado 28 to Five TastingsA guided Mexican food tour in Cancun that starts at Mercado 28 with a tequila tasting, then moves through four neighborhood taquerías sampling Baja-style seafood tacos, hand-made blue-corn quesadillas and huaraches, northern-style carne asada with norteño salsas, and a signature regional taco. The tour runs four hours with a live guide in English or Spanish, soft drinks at each stop, and hotel pickup available depending on your option.Is it for me?Choose the shared tour to meet other travelers while visiting five food stops; pick the private option if your group prefers the same route and tastings with a dedicated guide.
Drive a Speed Boat in Cancun Mangrove Lagoon: You pilot your own boatDrive your own speed boat through the mangrove canals of Lagoon Nichupte near Cancun, steering through dense jungle while a guide leads the way. The boat holds 2, 3 or 4 passengers, and you handle the controls for the full 2-hour run. A guide in English or Spanish rides along; bottled water, dressing rooms, showers and lockers are included. Minimum age to drive is 18 with a valid ID.Is it for me?Book this if you want to be in control of the boat rather than watching a guide drive. Small groups—just your party in one boat—mean you're not sharing the wheel or competing for attention, and the 2-hour window gives you time to get comfortable before the canals get tight.
Cancun & Isla Mujeres: Catamaran Sailing, Snorkel & SnacksYou’ll sail from Cancun on a catamaran with a local crew, snorkel in bright blue waters near Isla Mujeres, snack on fresh guacamole and salsa with drinks onboard, then enjoy free time exploring downtown Isla Mujeres before heading back—leaving you with that salty hair feeling and maybe a new story or two.
Cancun Yacht Charter: Private 60ft Cruise to Isla MujeresYou’ll board a private 60ft yacht in Cancun and cruise turquoise waters toward Isla Mujeres or just around Cancun Bay if short on time. Expect friendly crew help, cold drinks with plenty of ice, snorkeling gear ready when you anchor at Playa Norte, and lots of sun-warmed moments drifting above clear sand. It’s relaxed, not rushed — perfect if you want to feel both spoiled and at ease.
Cancun Airport Transfer: Private Car & 2-Hour Wait TimeYou get picked up at your hotel lobby or dropped at the airport terminal with a fixed price and no negotiation. The driver waits two hours if you're arriving from a flight, handles your luggage, and knows the route cold. WiFi and water are included, and the whole thing removes the stress of figuring out ground transport in a place where taxis are unpredictable.Is it for me?Right choice if you're landing in Cancun without a rental car and want transport sorted before you arrive. The fixed price and bilingual driver remove the airport taxi negotiation entirely, and the two-hour wait window means you're never rushed after a flight.
Cancun Airport to Hotel: Private SUV Transfer, Meet & GreetYou’ll land in Cancun and spot your local rep right away — no confusion or stress. Cool off in a private SUV while your certified driver handles the roads and shares local tips. Enjoy door-to-door service from airport to hotel with friendly faces guiding you every step. It’s simple comfort that makes arriving feel easy.
Ziplining in Tulum: ATV, Cenote & Maya CeremonyThis five-hour activity in Tulum combines ATV riding through jungle trails, five ziplines (including a 3,280-foot line), a 16-foot rappel, and a cenote swim, with a traditional Maya ceremony and lunch included. Round-trip transport from Tulum or Riviera Maya hotels is part of the package, and you choose your group size at checkout—from a single rider to a shared ATV for up to ten people.Is it for me?Pick the private ATV option if you want to set your own pace through the jungle without waiting for others to catch up. Choose a shared ATV if you're traveling with a friend or family and want to split the cost—groups of two, four, six, eight or ten all ride the same ziplines and swim the same cenote, so the only difference is who's on the machine with you.
Cancun Airport Transfer: Private Limo, Beers & ComfortYou’ll step into a private stretch limo at your Cancun hotel, greeted by a local driver and cold beers waiting inside. Enjoy soft leather seats, WiFi for those last photos, and little comforts like chilled towels before gliding straight to the airport — relaxed, unhurried, maybe even smiling at how easy it all felt.
Cancun: Akumal Turtle Snorkeling & Cenote Zipline AdventureYou swim with sea turtles in Akumal Bay's coral reef, then move inland to zipline through jungle canopy and rappel into a cenote for underground snorkeling. Lunch with local tacos and all equipment—snorkel gear, harnesses, ropes—are included, along with round-trip pickup from your hotel. The day combines two completely different ecosystems without the hassle of arranging transport or timing between sites yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want the Riviera Maya's two signature experiences—reef snorkeling and cenote adventure—in one day without arranging separate transport, timing, or equipment rentals. The fixed itinerary is what makes both stops fit into a single outing.
Cancun Airport - Holbox: Private transfer with ferry & hotel dropYou’ll be met at Cancun Airport by a local driver who’ll take you straight to Chiquila port in an air-conditioned van. Ferry tickets are included for your crossing to Holbox Island, where someone will meet you at the dock and drive you by golf cart taxi right to your hotel door—a smooth journey that lets you actually notice when vacation mode starts kicking in.
Cancun Airport - Puerto Morelos: Private transfer with driverStep off your flight in Cancun and meet your private driver for an easy ride straight to your hotel in Puerto Morelos. Enjoy exclusive use of the vehicle, helpful local tips along the way, and a smooth drop-off at your door. It’s a simple start that sets the tone for your trip—you might even find yourself relaxing before you unpack.
Chichén Itzá & Two Cenotes Day Trip from CancúnA 12-hour day trip from Cancún to Chichén Itzá with guided tour of the Mayan ruins, swimming at two cenotes (Suytún and Ik-kil with life jackets provided), and time in colonial Valladolid town. Hotel pickup, bilingual guide, box lunch, bottled water and cenote access are included; the cenotes and Mayan ruins tax is an optional add-on at checkout.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're arriving in Cancún with a full day free and want to see Chichén Itzá without renting a car — the guide, transport, lunch and life jackets mean you show up at the hotel and everything else is arranged. The two cenotes make it a swim-and-sightsee day rather than ruins-only, so you're in the water twice before heading home.
Private Deep Sea Fishing Charter Puerto MorelosA private deep sea fishing charter in Puerto Morelos puts you and your group alone on a 25-foot panga with Captain Mauricio, a local fisherman with over 20 years' experience. You'll fish the uncrowded waters off this laid-back town using trolling and bottom-fishing techniques to target mahi-mahi, snapper, sailfish, grouper and kingfish depending on the season. The charter includes rods, reels, bait, tackle, safety gear, water and drinks; if you land something worth eating, the crew will clean it and recommend a nearby restaurant to cook it fresh.Is it for me?The four-hour charter runs at the captain's discretion and according to National Park regulations, which means the pace and the fishing grounds shift with the water and the season—not a fixed route. Book this if you want a real fishing day with someone who knows the local spots and can read the conditions, rather than a scripted tour that moves through the same stops every time.
Cancun: Isla Mujeres Catamaran, Snorkeling & Open BarYou board a catamaran in Cancun, sail to Isla Mujeres with unlimited drinks and snorkeling gear included, spend 1.5 hours exploring the island and eating at the beach club, then sail back as the sun sets. Hotel pickup is optional; certified guides and small groups keep the day feeling personal rather than crowded.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a full water day without arranging your own boat, snorkeling spot, or lunch—the catamaran bundles all three, plus the open bar and island time, so you show up and the day unfolds without decisions.
Cancun: Speedboat, Snorkel & Jet Ski Rental ComboYou drive a speedboat through mangroves and out to the Great Mayan Reef, snorkel above coral and tropical fish for thirty to forty minutes (including a glimpse of MUSA Underwater Museum pieces in the Nizuc area), then finish with a thirty-minute jet ski rental through the lagoon at your own speed. The whole thing runs half a day, equipment is included, and a guide handles the first two stops so you're not figuring out where to go.Is it for me?Pick this if you want three different water activities in one morning without arranging separate bookings or transport between them—the combo format means you're moving from one thing to the next without dead time, and a guide handles navigation on the speedboat and reef so you can focus on driving and snorkeling.
Deep Sea Fishing in Cancun: Shared Yacht with Expert CrewA shared deep sea fishing trip from Cancun puts you on a fully equipped sport fishing yacht with an expert crew for six hours, targeting groupers, snappers, barracudas, yellow-fin tuna, blue marlin and sailfish. Beer, water, soda and coffee are included; the crew provides all rods, reels, tackle and bait, plus your fishing license. Children from age 8 are welcome, and the crew handles the setup so you focus on the catch.Is it for me?Six hours is long enough to reach the best fishing grounds and spend real time waiting for a strike, but short enough to leave your afternoon free if you want to explore the town or rest at your hotel afterward. The shared boat means you'll fish alongside other travelers, which keeps the cost down and often turns into good company on the water.
Isla Mujeres Sunset Catamaran from Cancun & BeachYou board a catamaran at 4pm from Cancun and sail to Isla Mujeres, where you have free time to explore the downtown before heading to North Beach for swimming in turquoise water. Drinks are included throughout the day, and the return journey happens at sunset, with the boat back in Cancun by evening. Bilingual guides handle the narration, and the group stays small enough to move around the boat without crowding.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a half-day escape from Cancun that includes a real beach and actual downtime—the fixed 4pm departure and sunset return mean you're not arranging your own transport or timing, and the drinks are already paid for.
LDS Ek Balam & Cenote Hubiku Tour: Book of Mormon InsightsIf you're looking for more than just sightseeing, this tour brings ancient history and scripture together in a way that's personal and real. You'll climb temples at Ek Balam with an LDS guide who connects every detail to your faith—and then unwind with local food and a swim in one of Yucatán's most beautiful cenotes.
Cancun - Puerto Aventuras: Private Airport Transfer, AC VansYou’ll step out of Cancun airport and spot your driver waiting—no confusion or crowds. Enjoy cool air-conditioning on your private transfer to Puerto Aventuras, with space for strollers or infant seats if needed. Relax as locals share tips along the way and arrive feeling looked after instead of frazzled.
