Things to do in Playa del Carmen
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Akumal: Swim with Turtles & GoPro Photos Private TourYou’ll swim side by side with wild sea turtles in Akumal Bay on this private snorkeling tour led by a certified guide. Enjoy included GoPro photos capturing your best moments underwater, all gear provided, plus access to showers and lockers after you finish exploring. Expect laughter, new sights, and that rare feeling of being part of something quietly beautiful.
Riviera Maya: Beginner Scuba Dive & Beach Club with PickupYou’ll start with a short lesson on scuba basics before heading into the shallow reef off Maroma Beach with all gear provided. Float alongside bright fish as your guide keeps things simple and calm—no swimming expertise needed. Afterward, relax at the beach club with included bottled water before your ride back. It’s a gentle introduction that might just stick with you long after.
Puerto Aventuras: Private Yacht Snorkel & Beach Tour 4hrYou’ll feel like part of the crew as you set sail from Puerto Aventuras on your private yacht—snorkeling coral reefs or relaxing at a quiet cove, sharing laughter over fresh guacamole and cold drinks. Paddleboard or just float awhile; there’s no rush here. It’s not polished perfection—it’s sun-warmed skin, real flavors, and easy company.
Tulum Ruins & Cenote Snorkeling Tour: Private Guide with TurtlesA private guided tour of Tulum Ruins followed by cenote snorkeling and a shore snorkel in Akumal with sea turtles, departing from your Playa del Carmen hotel in the early morning. Your certified guide holds the tickets, so you skip the entrance line; you choose which cenote to visit (Jaguar for cliff jumping, Nicte Ha for calm water, or Taak bi Ha for an underground river); lunch at a local jungle restaurant is included; snorkeling gear and life vests are provided. The tour runs 6 to 7 hours and suits swimmers of any fitness level.Is it for me?Start your day at Tulum's ruins with a private guide before crowds arrive, then swim with turtles in Akumal and explore a cenote—all without the hassle of coordinating transport from Playa del Carmen.
Tulum: Photo Tour with Cenote, Sculpture & Beach LunchYou’ll wander Tulum’s most photogenic spots with a local guide and pro photographer — posing by colorful signs, surreal sculptures, and lush jungle cenotes. Cool off with snacks before lunch at an eco beach club where Caribbean waves meet fresh Mexican flavors. You might come for photos, but you’ll remember the stories shared along the way.
Private Cenote Tour Tulum: Underground river & snorkelYou visit the Tulum ruins perched on the Caribbean cliffside with a guide explaining the Mayan structures, then drive into the Yucatan rainforest to swim and snorkel through an underground cenote system surrounded by cave formations. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, snacks and a bilingual guide are included, and you return to Playa del Carmen by evening.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Playa del Carmen who want both Mayan history and cenote swimming without arranging transport or paying entrance fees separately. Plan for a full day out — that's what fits both sites and the drive inland into one trip.
Playa del Carmen: 4-Hour Catamaran, Snorkel & Beach with LunchYou sail from Puerto Aventuras to Paamul Bay, snorkel in calm water where sea turtles often appear, swim to a beach for an hour or two, and optionally fish and eat your catch. Lunch, open bar, and all gear are included; the whole thing takes four hours and you're back by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full catamaran day — snorkeling, beach time, and a meal — without arranging transport or worrying about what's included; the four-hour window and all-in pricing mean you're not juggling separate costs or timing.
Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Day Trip with Cenote Swim & LunchYou’ll wander Chichen Itza’s ancient stones with a local guide, swim in Saamal Cenote’s cool waters, climb Ek Balam’s Acropolis for wild jungle views, and share a Yucatecan lunch with your group. Expect honest stories, small surprises, and moments that stay with you long after you’ve rinsed off the cenote water.
Chichen Itza & Ek Balam Early Access Tour with Cenote SwimYou’ll walk through Chichen Itza before crowds arrive, hear stories from a local guide, swim in Cenote Hubiku under hanging stalactites, eat regional food for lunch, and climb Ek Balam’s pyramid surrounded by jungle sounds. It’s a full day packed with history, cool water, laughter—and moments that stick with you after you leave.
Akumal & Cenote Nohoch Nah Chich: Turtle Swim & Cenote SnorkelYou swim with wild turtles at Akumal Beach, then snorkel inside Cenote Nohoch Nah Chich, a freshwater cave system sacred to the Maya. Hotel pickup from Playa del Carmen or Tulum is included, along with snorkeling equipment, a guide, water and snacks. The whole half-day takes about four to five hours, and you're back before lunch.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see wild turtles and explore a cenote in one half-day without arranging transport, gear rental, or timing yourself—the fixed schedule fits both Akumal and the cenote into a single morning or afternoon.
Tulum Ruins, Cenote & Akumal Sea Turtles: Swim with turtlesYou get picked up from your hotel, spend three and a half hours exploring Tulum's clifftop ruins overlooking the Caribbean, swim in the turquoise Mariposa cenote, eat a local lunch, then spend two hours in Akumal bay swimming with sea turtles in shallow reef water. A bilingual guide handles the logistics and history; lockers and vests are included. The whole day runs from morning pickup to late-afternoon drop-off.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Playa del Carmen or nearby Riviera Maya hotels who want to see Tulum ruins, swim in a cenote, and encounter sea turtles without arranging transport or entry separately. The full-day structure is what fits all three experiences into one outing.
Chichen Itza tour from Cancun: Ruins, cenote swim, ValladolidThis full-day tour from Cancun visits Chichen Itza archaeological site with a 2.5-hour guided tour, includes breakfast on the luxury bus and a buffet lunch at the site, then moves to Cenote Ik Kil for an hour of swimming. The route also passes through the colonial city of Valladolid. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun are included, and a professional guide leads in English or Spanish.Is it for me?Book this if you want three separate experiences—Chichen Itza, cenote swimming, and Valladolid—bundled into one full day with hotel pickup included; choose the vegetarian lunch option at checkout if you need it.
Tulum & Cenote Jungle Tour: Zipline, Snorkel, Lunch, PickupYou’ll walk ancient paths at Tulum’s seaside ruins, then zipline through jungle trees before plunging into cool cenote waters for snorkeling—all with a local guide who keeps things real. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off plus a buffet lunch with regional flavors. Expect laughter, unexpected moments, and memories that stick long after you’ve rinsed off the cenote water.
Playa del Carmen: 4-Hour Private Yacht & In-Ha Reef SnorkelingYou board a private 50-foot yacht at Puerto Aventuras, cruise to In-Ha reef, and spend hours snorkeling with sea turtles and reef fish while the crew prepares fresh ceviche and keeps the open bar flowing. All snorkel gear, towels, and fishing equipment are provided. The $15 dock fee per person is paid at arrival.Is it for me?Book this if you want a full snorkeling and lunch experience without the noise of a group boat—the private yacht means you control the pace and the crew adjusts to what you want to do, whether that's hours in the water or an afternoon on deck with drinks.
Chichen Itza, Cenote Suytun & Valladolid: Private Day Trip with LunchYou’ll stand where Mayan kings once ruled at Chichen Itza, then cool off swimming under Suytun Cenote’s stone dome before sharing lunch and laughs with your guide. Later you’ll stroll Valladolid’s colorful streets—maybe tasting handmade chocolate or just watching daily life drift by.
Tulum Private Catamaran: Caribbean Snorkeling & Open BarYou get a private 51ft catamaran with a professional captain and crew, snorkeling in clear Caribbean waters, and an open bar with fresh food prepared on board. Paddle boards, inflatables, and snorkel gear are included. The boat departs from Puerto Aventuras and is reserved for your group alone, so you set the pace and the stops. Book directly after choosing your date and group size, and the team will confirm your departure time and any add-ons.Is it for me?Book this if your group wants a private boat with no strangers, no fixed itinerary, and food prepared on board—the crew handles everything so you only decide where to stop and when to swim.
Tulum Akumal Cenote Tour: Morning start, three stops, no crowdsYou get picked up from your hotel and driven to Tulum Ruins at opening time to beat the crowds, then snorkel in an underground cenote, then swim with turtles at Akumal Bay. All entry fees, snorkel gear, water, and a certified guide are included. The whole experience takes roughly a half-day, with private transport meaning no waiting for other travelers.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in Playa del Carmen with a morning free and want to see three distinct places — ancient ruins, an underground cenote, and sea turtles — without arranging separate transport, tickets, or timing yourself. The private vehicle and early arrival at Tulum mean you skip the crowds and move at your own pace.
Tulum Ruins & 2 Cenotes Tour from Riviera with Swim & GuideYou’ll walk ancient paths at Tulum ruins with a local guide who brings Mayan history alive, then swim in two very different cenotes—one open-air and one deep inside a cave. There’s time to explore on your own too. Expect moments of quiet wonder (and maybe cold water shivers) along the way.
Chichén Itzá, Cenote & Valladolid: Guided Day Trip with LunchYou’ll walk among Chichén Itzá’s ancient stones with a local guide who brings Mayan stories to life, swim in a sacred cenote’s cool waters, taste real Yucatecan food at lunch, and catch glimpses of daily life in colorful Valladolid. It’s not just sightseeing — it’s feeling time shift beneath your feet.
Playa del Carmen: Sunrise Paddleboard Tour & PhotosYou’ll meet your guide at Playa del Carmen’s beach club before dawn for a sunrise paddleboard tour on calm Caribbean waters. After basic instruction, you’ll glide out as the sun rises—with group photos captured along the way—and finish with time to relax or grab breakfast by the sea. It’s quiet, vivid, and leaves you feeling like you’ve already lived a whole day before most people wake up.
