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 Airport to Playa del Carmen: Private Transfer & WiFiYou get picked up at Cancun airport by a bilingual driver who waits two hours for you to clear customs, then drives you directly to your Playa del Carmen hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi and complimentary water and beer. No negotiating fare at the curb, no wrong turns, no stress — the driver handles the route and you handle the jet lag.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Cancun with luggage and want to reach your Playa del Carmen hotel without arranging a ride at the curb or waiting for a shared shuttle — the fixed price and bilingual driver mean the transfer stops being a negotiation and starts being a rest.
Cancun Airport - Akumal: Private Transfer, AC Vans & PickupYou’ll be met right outside Cancun Airport by a local driver holding your name sign — no wandering around lost. Air-conditioned vans make the ride to Akumal comfortable (even if you’re half-awake). Families can request infant seats ahead of time. There’s something calming about letting someone else handle the drive while you watch palm trees blur by.
Cancun Airport - Hotel: Private Van, Bilingual Driver, Easy PickupYou’ll step out of Cancun airport to find your name on a sign and a friendly local driver ready to help with bags and stories. Enjoy private van transfers both ways with AC and easy messaging for peace of mind. It’s simple, personal, and you’ll probably remember that first breath of tropical air.
Puerto Chiquila to Cancun Airport: Private TransferYou get picked up at Puerto Chiquila port in a private vehicle and driven directly to Cancun Airport with a certified driver. Bottled water is included, and specialized infant seats are available on request. The fixed route and pre-agreed price mean no haggling at the dock and no surprises when you arrive at the terminal.Is it for me?Book this if you're flying out of Cancun the same day you arrive at Puerto Chiquila port and want to skip the taxi stand—the direct route and fixed price mean one less thing to figure out after disembarking.
Cancun - Puerto Morelos: Private Airport Transfer, AC VansYou’ll step off your flight into Cancun’s heat and find your private van waiting—no crowds or confusion. Enjoy air conditioning, space for strollers or baby seats if needed, and a quick ride straight to Puerto Morelos with a local driver who knows every shortcut. It’s simple comfort that lets you start relaxing right away.
Tulum cenotes and ruins tour: 4 Casa Tortuga poolsThis 12-hour tour from Tulum combines a guided swim through 4 cenotes at Casa Tortuga—two semi-open and two closed—with a walk through the Tulum archaeological site overlooking the Caribbean, a stop at the "Come to Light" sculpture, and a buffet lunch at Nohoch Muul restaurant. Round transport, a certified guide in English or Spanish, and vests are included; children from age 4 are welcome, and the tour stops in Playa del Carmen's Fifth Avenue for guests staying between Cancun and there.Is it for me?Book this if you want cenotes, Mayan ruins, and contemporary art in one full day with included transport; choose a half-day cenote tour if you prefer a shorter outing or want to focus on just one element.
Cancun speedboat tour to Isla Blanca: The last virgin beachA speedboat tour from Cancun to Isla Blanca, the last virgin beach in the area, with a daily visitor cap that keeps it uncrowded. You pilot the boat yourself through the Chacmuchuc Lagoon while spotting eagles, herons and iguanas in the mangrove habitat, then anchor for 30 minutes of swimming and beach time. The full outing takes three hours including hotel pickup and return; life jackets, water and a certified guide in English or Spanish are included.Is it for me?The three-hour commitment—including an hour of round-trip pickup—leaves your morning or afternoon open for another activity, but rules out a full-day beach day. Book this if you want the speedboat and mangrove wildlife as the centerpiece, with beach time as the cool-down, not the main event.
Cancun: Speed Boat & Snorkel El Angel Reef with PickupYou drive a speedboat through mangrove channels in Nichupte Lagoon, then snorkel for 35 minutes at El Angel Reef among coral and tropical fish. The tour includes snorkeling equipment, a bilingual guide, bottled water, and round-trip hotel pickup from the Cancun Hotel Zone, with a safety briefing before departure.Is it for me?Book this if you want to pilot a boat and snorkel a reef in one outing without arranging transport, gear rental, or timing separately — the pickup from your hotel and the included guide handle all three, leaving you free to focus on the water.
Tulum Ruins & 4 Cenotes Tour: Swim Casa TortugaThis 12-hour guided tour from your hotel covers the Tulum Ruins archaeological zone, four cenotes (two open-air and two cave) at Casa Tortuga natural park, the Mother Nature sculpture, and free time on Fifth Avenue in Playa del Carmen. A local guide leads you through Casa Tortuga's cenotes and explains the site; lunch at a regional restaurant and park entry are included. The tour runs in English or Spanish, and shared transportation picks you up from your hotel.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to visit both open and cave cenotes in a single day with bilingual guidance in English or Spanish, plus a stop in Playa del Carmen's Fifth Avenue.
Cancun Airport to Tulum: Private Transfer with AC & PickupYou’ll step off your flight in Cancun and head straight to your private transfer—no waiting in lines or figuring out buses. Your driver meets you right outside arrivals and whisks you off in an air-conditioned van all the way to Tulum. There’s room for strollers or baby seats if you need them. It’s simple comfort that lets you actually notice Mexico waking up around you.
Mayan Backroads Private Bike Tour: Jungle, Cenote & Zip-Line in TulumA full-day private bike tour from Tulum that combines cycling through rural villages and forest trails with a visit to a Mayan family home for traditional lunch, followed by hiking, canoeing and zip-lining in Punta Laguna Nature Reserve. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, French and one additional language, and hotel pickup within the immediate Tulum area is included. Minimum age is 13, and moderate physical fitness is required.Is it for me?The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, French and one more language, so if your group needs a specific language, confirm it when you book. This is a full-day outing with seven hours of activity — cycling, hiking, canoeing and zip-lining — so it suits travelers with at least moderate fitness; it's not recommended for anyone with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy.
Chichen Itza Private Tour: Early Access, Cenote & ValladolidA private guided tour of Chichen Itza, Cenote Ik Kil and Valladolid with a certified federal guide who speaks English, Spanish or Russian. The tour runs 9 to 12 hours and includes air-conditioned transportation, all entry fees, a buffet meal with one drink, and travel insurance. You set the pace and skip the fixed itinerary — the guide adapts to what interests you most.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to explore Chichen Itza without the pressure of a fixed schedule or a large group — the early arrival and private guide mean you control the pace and focus on what matters to you. The 5 to 6 hours of driving is built into the 9 to 12 hour day, so plan accordingly if you prefer shorter travel time or have limited stamina for a full day out.
Cancun Airport - Tulum: Private transfer with ACSkip the stress of arrival with a private transfer from Cancun Airport to Tulum center. You’ll meet your local driver right at arrivals, ride in cool comfort with AC, and get there without any confusion or crowds — just a smooth start you’ll remember long after touchdown.
Tulum: Mayan ruins express tour with guide & pickupYou’ll walk Tulum’s ancient seaside ruins with a local guide who brings Mayan history alive through stories and small details you might miss alone. Includes hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport so you can relax between stops — plus time to soak up those cliffside views you’ll remember long after the trip.
Speedboat & snorkel Cancun Nichupte lagoon: 1 hour at the controlsYou drive a speedboat solo through Nichupte lagoon for an hour, passing mangroves and crocodile habitat, then anchor at Punta Nizuc to snorkel among coral and fish unique to where freshwater meets sea. The day includes snorkel gear, entry to the natural area, a shower and locker access, with return to the marina by mid-afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to drive a boat yourself rather than sit as a passenger, and you're comfortable with the speed and motion of a speedboat. The three-hour timeframe fits easily into a half-day schedule, leaving your afternoon free.
Nichupte Lagoon speedboat crocodile tour: Nocturnal adventureA nocturnal speedboat tour through Nichupte Lagoon's mangrove channels near Cancun where you spot crocodiles in their natural habitat with a bilingual guide. Check-in is 30 minutes before departure; the boat holds 2 or 4 people and lifevests are provided. The tour runs 2 hours and requires at least moderate physical fitness.Is it for me?The speedboat moves fast through open water and the tour runs at night in narrow mangrove channels, so this suits travelers comfortable with speed and darkness and looking for active wildlife watching rather than a leisurely cruise. The small group size means no waiting for others to spot the crocodiles.
Cancun: Coco Bongo New Year’s Eve ticket with drinksYou’ll dive straight into Cancun’s wildest New Year’s Eve party at Coco Bongo—expect flying acrobats overhead, confetti storms, premium drinks flowing nonstop, and a crowd that feels like instant friends. With your entry ticket (and a special T-shirt), you’ll be right in the middle of it all—dancing, laughing, maybe even singing along—making memories you’ll carry long after midnight.
Cancun to Akumal: Private Airport Transfer with PickupYou’ll step off your flight into warm Cancun air and find your name waiting at the exit — no guessing games or lines. Ride south in an air-conditioned van with plenty of space (even for strollers), guided by someone who knows every turn. There’s comfort in those small details, especially when you’re tired or traveling with kids.
Xcaret Plus Full Day Tour Cancun: 50+ Activities & Night ShowXcaret Plus is a full-day tour from Cancun that combines water activities, wildlife viewing and live cultural performances at a single park. You arrive with a guide, skip the entry line with a pre-issued bracelet, and move through more than 50 attractions at your own pace—underground rivers, cenote pools, a coral reef aquarium, butterfly garden, aviary, traditional dance performances and the México Espectacular night show. Hotel pickup and a buffet meal with beer and drinks are included.Is it for me?Hotel pickup from Cancun means you don't need a car or arrange your own transport to the park—the guide meets you at your accommodation and handles the drive both ways, which settles the logistics for anyone staying in the hotel zone without a rental.
Xcaret Park Plus Tour from Cancun: 40+ attractions with nightshowXcaret Park Plus is a full-day eco-archaeological park tour from Cancun featuring over 40 attractions across water activities, cultural exhibits and natural scenery. The tour includes round-trip hotel pickup, entry to the Butterfly Pavilion and Coral Reef, access to underground rivers and cenotes, one meal with unlimited soft drinks, and an evening performance of Xcaret México Espectacular. A guide in English or Spanish leads the experience, and the day runs 13 hours.Is it for me?Xcaret picks you up from your Cancun hotel and handles the full day without a car, which works whether you're staying downtown or in a resort zone and want to see Mayan history, water activities and a nighttime show without organizing transport or meals yourself.
