Things to do in Playa del Carmen
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Chichen Itza Tour from Cancun: Early Access & Cenote SwimThis 12-hour guided tour from Cancun visits Chichen Itza with a certified bilingual guide, cenote swimming, and a traditional buffet lunch, plus free time in the colonial town of Valladolid. You're picked up from your Cancun or Riviera Maya hotel (or meet at a designated point), travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, and arrive at the archaeological site early to explore before the crowds. The tour includes guided access to El Castillo, the Great Ball Court, and the Temple of the Warriors, followed by an hour of free exploration; a swim and lunch at Cenote Saamal inside Hacienda Selva Maya; and a stroll through Valladolid's historic center. Life jackets are mandatory at the cenote; infants can ride in a stroller or sit on an adult's lap.Is it for me?Book the All-Inclusive option if you want beverages with lunch and don't want to rent a locker and life jacket separately at the cenote; otherwise, the standard option covers the main experience—early access to the ruins, the cenote swim, and the colonial town—with transport and guide included either way. Choose hotel pickup if you're staying in Cancun or the Riviera Maya, or select the meeting point option if you prefer to arrange your own way to the departure location.
Chichén Itzá, Cenote & Valladolid: Tequila Tasting & LunchYou swim in a sacred cenote, walk through a colonial Mexican town, taste tequila with the community that guards the sinkhole, eat a buffet lunch, and spend the afternoon exploring Chichén Itzá's pyramids and temples with a bilingual guide and free time to wander. Hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport are included; the archaeological site entrance fee is separate.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Chichén Itzá, swim in a cenote, and visit a colonial town all in one day without arranging separate transport, tickets, or timing—the fixed itinerary handles the logistics and the cenote swim breaks up what could otherwise be a long day of walking ruins.
Chichen Itza Tour from Cancun: Cenote Swim & Tequila TastingThis 12-hour guided tour from Cancun reaches Chichen Itza in the early morning, before most visitors arrive, with a certified bilingual guide leading you through El Castillo, the Great Ball Court, and the Temple of the Warriors. The day includes swimming in Cenote Saamal at Hacienda Selva Maya with a traditional Yucatecan buffet lunch, free time in Valladolid's historic center, and a tequila tasting. Hotel pickup is available in Cancun and the Riviera Maya, or you can meet the group at a designated point; the entrance fee to Chichen Itza is separate.Is it for me?Choose the private option if you want to control your schedule and pace; pick the meeting point if you're staying outside Cancun and the Riviera Maya. The all-inclusive version includes drinks during lunch and gets you to Chichen Itza early, before peak crowds arrive.
Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling & Cenote Day Trip with LunchYou’ll wander ancient Tulum ruins with a local guide, snorkel colorful reefs off the coast, then cool off swimming in a jungle cenote surrounded by stalactites. Includes hotel pickup, gear, and a taco lunch—expect laughter, salt on your skin, and moments you’ll want to replay long after you leave.
Cancun to Isla Mujeres: Luxury Catamaran Sail & Snorkel TourYou’ll sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a comfortable catamaran with friendly guides, snorkel in warm Caribbean waters (gear included), enjoy lunch onboard, then get free time to explore colorful streets or relax at Playa Norte before cruising back under the sun. Expect laughter, real moments with locals, and plenty of space to just be present out on the sea.
Chichen Itza, Valladolid & Cenote: Food Demo with ZiplineYou’ll walk ancient paths at Chichen Itza with a local guide, taste real Yucatán flavors at Tio Manolo’s cooking demo and buffet lunch, swim (or zipline) in a deep blue cenote, and wander colorful Valladolid streets. Expect honest food, cool water on your skin—and moments where you feel connected to both past and present Mexico.
Xcaret Park Cancun: Underground Rivers & Mexico Night ShowYou get full-day access to 50+ Xcaret attractions including underground river snorkeling, beaches, jungle trails, and the evening cultural night show. The Plus ticket adds a buffet lunch with one beer and unlimited drinks, plus access to premium facilities. Everything is included — no separate activity fees or meal costs — so you arrive, swim, explore, eat, and watch the show without arranging anything else.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a full day of water, nature and culture without planning separate activities or meals — the park's size and variety mean there's something for every age, and the included night show is the payoff that makes the day feel complete.
Akumal & Cenote Snorkeling Tour: Sea Turtles & RiversThis half-day snorkeling tour from Cancun combines two experiences: a guided snorkel in Akumal where sea turtle sightings are guaranteed, followed by a swim and snorkel in a cenote deep in the Yucatan rainforest. The tour includes round-trip hotel pickup, bilingual guide, snorkel gear, life vest, two empanadas at the cenote, and bottled water. Turtle sighting is guaranteed; basic swimming ability is needed for the water activities.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're in Cancun with a free afternoon and want to see sea turtles without arranging separate transport or gear—the pickup, guide and equipment are handled, and turtle sightings are guaranteed. The private option works if you're traveling with family or a group and want the same itinerary without sharing the boat.
Chichén Itzá Cenote Valladolid Tour: Swim & Explore DayA full-day tour from the Yucatán that combines Chichén Itzá's archaeological zone, a swim in Cenote Saamal, and the colonial streets of Valladolid, with certified guides in English or Spanish, Mexican lunch, and round-trip transport on a panoramic bus. Children from age 4 are welcome; the cenote swim requires a vest.Is it for me?Most Yucatán tours pick one site—this one stacks three: the pyramid, the water, and the town. You see the archaeology without hiring a separate guide, swim without arranging a cenote trip on your own, and taste local life in Valladolid, all in one itinerary that transport and lunch hold together.
Xcaret Park Day Trip: Snorkeling, Rivers & Night ShowXcaret Park Day Trip from Cancun is a full-day eco-archaeological tour with hotel pickup, park entry and a nighttime cultural show. The park sits in the Riviera Maya and holds five river systems—underground, blue, Mayan, manatee and paradise—plus beaches, lagoons and snorkeling access to clear Caribbean waters. You choose between the basic ticket (park entry and show) or the Xcaret Plus option, which adds a lunch buffet, one beer and unlimited soft drinks. A live guide in English or Spanish leads the experience; the driver picks you up at your hotel and returns you at the end of the day.Is it for me?Book Xcaret Plus if you want meals, drinks, and snorkeling gear bundled into one price; the basic ticket requires separate purchases for food and equipment rentals.
ATV, Zipline & Cenote Adventure from Playa del CarmenThis activity combines ATV riding, ziplining and cenote swimming at Extreme Adventure Eco Park near Playa del Carmen, with small groups of up to 14 people. You ride a 4x4 through jungle terrain, zipline a three-line circuit with an interactive bridge, and jump or zipline into a natural Mayan cenote. Bilingual guides, hotel pickup from most Playa del Carmen hotels, a regional snack, tequila tasting and ATV insurance are included; you can ride solo if you're 18 or older, or ride accompanied from age 16.Is it for me?Book the shared ATV option if you're happy riding with a group and want the lower price; pick the single ATV if you want your own machine and don't mind paying more. Choose hotel pickup if your accommodation is in Playa del Carmen proper, or the meeting point option if you're staying outside the main zone or prefer to drive yourself to the park.
Tulum Ruins, Cenote & Snorkeling Tour: Guided Day with LunchA guided day tour from Cancun covers three of the Riviera Maya's main attractions: the Tulum Ruins with an hour of free exploration, a freshwater cenote with a guided eco-tour through caverns, and Yalku Lagoon for snorkeling. The tour runs 6.5 hours, includes a professional bilingual guide, round-trip hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, life jacket, beachside lunch and drinks, and departs based on your hotel location. Children from age 8 are welcome; swimmers with moderate fitness can join, though the cenote involves jumping into brisk water and the snorkeling requires comfort in the sea.Is it for me?Book this if you're comfortable jumping into open water and snorkeling in a cenote lagoon; the day combines walking ruins, cenote swimming, and lagoon snorkeling in one itinerary rather than booking each separately.
Horseback Riding and Cenote Swim from Cancun: Jungle and WaterA half-day activity combining horseback riding through Yucatan jungle with a swim in a natural cenote, departing from Cancun or Playa del Carmen with hotel pickup and guide. You ride at a slow pace suitable for novice riders, pass through fruit orchards where you may spot monkeys and exotic birds, visit two cenotes and swim in one, then tour a Zapote orchard before finishing with snacks and drinks.Is it for me?Pair jungle riding with cenote swimming in one morning—your hotel pickup, guide, and all gear are handled for you.
Chichen Itza & 2 Cenotes from Cancun: Suytun, Ik-Kil & ValladolidYou get picked up from your Cancun hotel and spend the day at Chichen Itza with a bilingual guide, swim in two cenotes (Suytun and Ik-Kil, with life jacket included), explore the colonial architecture of Valladolid, and return with lunch and drinks already covered. No separate bookings, no navigating transport — everything is coordinated around a fixed schedule.Is it for me?Book this if you want Chichen Itza, two cenote swims, and a colonial town all in one day without arranging separate transport, tickets, or timing — the fixed itinerary and included lunch mean you show up and the day unfolds on schedule.
Playa del Carmen: Buggy Jungle Tour, Cenote Swim & Mayan VillageYou’ll ride a buggy through Playa del Carmen’s jungle trails, swim in a crystal-clear cenote cave, and spend time with a welcoming Mayan community. Expect laughter over fresh fruit, hands-on moments with locals, and plenty of earthy scents and sounds along the way. If you’re looking for more than just beaches—this will stick with you.
Chichen Itza Private Tour & Cenote Swim with Early AccessYou’ll walk through quiet ruins at sunrise with your own guide, swim in an open-air cenote surrounded by jungle sounds, and eat slow-cooked Yucatecan food in Valladolid’s sunny plaza. This Chichen Itza private tour includes pickup, all entry fees, and time to linger wherever you want—no rush, just real moments.
Chichen Itza Tour with Cenote Swim and Certified GuidesA 13-hour guided tour of Chichen Itza with certified archaeologist guides covers the pyramid, ball court and other ruins, followed by a swim in the Saamal Cenote and a stop in the colonial city of Valladolid. The tour includes hotel pickup, a regional buffet lunch, tasting of homemade bread, and free time to photograph the site. Guides speak English and Spanish; children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the archaeology explained by someone trained in it rather than walking the site alone, and if you want the cenote swim and Valladolid stop bundled in so the day holds together without building an itinerary yourself. The 13-hour length means a full day commitment, but it covers three distinct experiences—ruins, water and colonial town—in one route.
Playa del Carmen: Cenote Swim & Akumal Sea Turtle SnorkelingYou get picked up from your hotel, swim in a cenote with crystal-clear water and rock formations, snorkel in Akumal where sea turtles swim nearby, and finish with lunch at a beach club. Transport, guide, snorkeling gear, life jacket, and snacks are all included. The whole day is about five to six hours out, depending on your hotel location.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Cancun or the Riviera Maya who want both cenote swimming and snorkeling in one morning without arranging transport or gear. Expect a full day out with a drive each way — that's what fits two distinct water experiences and lunch into a single excursion.
Playa del Carmen: Walking Food Tour & Street TacosYou walk through downtown Playa del Carmen with a bilingual local guide, stopping at a family market, a handmade quesadilla counter, a taqueria, and street food stalls for tacos al pastor and mole. The three-hour tour includes all food tastings, fresh juices, and finishes with local ice cream. Vegetarian options are available, and the guide handles the route so you just show up and taste.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat where locals eat without arranging the stops yourself or worrying about which markets are worth your time — the guide handles the route and the introductions, so you just walk and taste.
Tulum Ruins, Cenote & Sea Turtles Tour: Snorkel with turtlesA full-day guided tour from Tulum or Playa del Carmen that visits the clifftop Tulum Ruins, a cenote swim in the jungle, and snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay. The tour includes round-trip transport, an archaeological guide at the ruins, aquatic guides at both water stops, lunch, bottled water and snorkeling gear; live guides speak English, Spanish, French or German depending on your departure point. Tulum Reserve Tax and a turtle protection program are optional add-ons paid on the day.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Tulum's three most-visited attractions in a single day without renting a car or coordinating separate guides—the route, timing and transport are locked in, so you show up and the day unfolds. Children from age 4 can join if they're comfortable swimming. If you prefer a smaller group or a different pace, look for private options or cenote-only tours instead.
