Things to do in Riviera Maya & the Yucatan
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Tulum: Cenotes Bike Trail & Jungle Lunch with SnorkelYou bike through jungle on quiet forest paths, swim and snorkel in two or three cenotes with crystal-clear water, and eat lunch in an exclusive setting overlooking the canopy. The 3-cenote option adds ziplines and a canoe across an open sinkhole. Hotel pickup costs extra, but the office is central in Tulum and easy to reach by taxi or public transport. You're back by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the cenotes without arranging your own transport or timing between stops — the guide handles the route, the gear, and the logistics so you just show up ready to ride and swim.
Chichen Itza day trip from Cancun: Pyramid, cenote, ValladolidThis guided day trip from Cancun takes you to Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven New Wonders of the World, where you explore the Pyramid of Kukulcan and the Ball Game with an expert guide, then swim in a sacred cenote before heading to Valladolid's cobblestone streets. The tour runs 12 hours with roundtrip hotel pickup, a professional guide in your chosen language, and your choice of a Mexican buffet lunch and tequila tasting depending on which option you select. The Chichen Itza entrance tax (44 USD) is paid on the day of the tour unless you book the All Inclusive option.Is it for me?Choose the All Inclusive option if you want the entrance tax and life jacket included in one price; pick the VIP option if you want lunch without the tax prepaid; go Standard if you prefer to skip the meal and handle the tax separately at the gate. The 12-hour day suits travelers who want the major Mayan site, a cenote swim and a colonial town without splitting the experience across multiple days.
Tulum: Private Yacht Cruise, Gourmet Lunch & SnorkelingYou’ll cruise from Puerto Aventuras on a private yacht toward Tulum’s reefs, tasting chef-made dishes and sipping cold drinks as you go. Snorkel in clear Caribbean water or try paddle boarding if you’re up for it—the crew takes care of everything. Expect laughter, sun-warmed skin, and quiet moments that stick with you long after you’re back on land.
Tulum Ruins & Cenote Mariposa Day Trip from CancunYou spend a guided morning at Tulum ruins learning Mayan history, swim in the crystal-clear waters of Cenote Mariposa with life jacket and locker included, then have two free hours to explore Fifth Avenue in Playa del Carmen. Transport, water, and cenote entry are all handled, so you show up and move through the day without logistics.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Cancun without a rental car who want to see Tulum, swim in a cenote, and walk Playa del Carmen's main strip in one outing. The full day is what makes fitting all three stops possible without rushing between them.
Cozumel Lucha Libre: Live Wrestling & Meet LuchadoresYou arrive at Barriecito arena with a welcome margarita, watch masked luchadores battle in the traditional Técnicos versus Rudos format, then head backstage to meet the fighters and get a signed photo card. The whole evening takes a few hours and includes your entry fee, the meet and greet, and the souvenir — nothing else to arrange or pay for once you're there.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see an authentic Mexican tradition that's more than just watching — the backstage access and signed card turn it into a real encounter with the fighters, and the margarita and fixed price mean there's nothing left to figure out once you arrive.
Cancun Airport to Hotel: GMC Denali Limo, Drinks & WiFiYou’ll be met at Cancun Airport by a local driver holding your name sign, then step into a private GMC Denali limo stocked with drinks, Nespresso coffee, WiFi, and air conditioning. Settle in for a smooth ride—TV on if you want—while someone else handles everything. It’s an easy way to feel like your vacation has already started before you even reach your hotel.
2 Tank Scuba Dive Cozumel: Small-Group Reef ExplorationA 2-tank scuba dive in Cozumel for certified divers, departing in the morning with a professional guide, full equipment, and lunch included. You'll explore two of the island's top reefs on a small boat with shade and snacks between dives, tailored to your skill level. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or French; children from age 10 are welcome.Is it for me?Small groups mean your guide can adjust the dive plan and bottom times to match your comfort and interests, so you're not following a rigid schedule or waiting for slower divers to catch up. Book this if you want the flexibility to explore at your own pace without the crowd.
Cancun: Downtown Taco Tour, Tequila Tasting & ChurrosYou’ll taste Cancun’s real flavors on this downtown taco tour: street corn by Palapas Park, Yucatecan salbutes with punchy salsas, legendary fish tacos, a friendly tequila tasting session, and hot churros to finish. Expect laughter with locals, stories from your guide, and that full-bellied feeling long after you head home.
Cozumel E-Bike Tour & Taco Tasting with Local GuideGet ready to ride an e-bike through Cozumel’s colorful streets with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Taste three kinds of authentic tacos downtown and catch glimpses of daily island life — from WWII planes to hidden murals — all in half a day you’ll remember long after you leave.
Uxmal and Kabah tour from Mérida: Puuc ruins and chocolate museumThis guided tour from Mérida visits Uxmal and Kabah, the largest Puuc-style archaeological zones in the region, with a certified guide walking you through structures and legends at each site. The day includes round-trip transportation from Mérida, a three-course meal at a local restaurant, and entry to Choco Story, where you explore the history of ancient cocoa, walk through botanical gardens with cocoa trees, and visit an animal shelter housing rescued endemic fauna. The tour runs 10 hours, departing at 8am and returning by 5:30pm, with bilingual guides (Spanish and English) and an air-conditioned van.Is it for me?Most Yucatán tours from Mérida focus on one site or require you to arrange your own transport between stops. This one packs two major archaeological zones, a cultural museum, and a meal into a single organized day—the certified guide handles the history and legends at each stop, the van handles the driving, and the timing means you're back in Mérida by early evening instead of spending half the day on logistics.
Valladolid: Rio Lagartos Boat Tour & Ek Balam Ruins Day TripYou’ll drift past flamingos in Rio Lagartos’ wild lagoons, then walk ancient steps at Ek Balam with a local guide who brings Maya history to life. Expect laughter over lunch, maybe a mispronounced word or two, and moments where nature just takes over your senses. This day trip from Valladolid is full of real encounters—the kind you keep thinking about long after you’re home.
Cancun & Riviera Maya: Xenses Park Tickets with Hotel PickupYou’ll tumble through optical illusions at Xenses Park near Cancun—shrinking streets, pitch-dark tunnels, citrus gardens that wake up your nose, and mud slides warmer than they look. With hotel pickup included and your entry sorted before you arrive, you can just jump into every strange moment—and maybe laugh at yourself along the way.
Chichen Itza & Cenote Day Trip from Riviera Maya with LunchYou’ll ride out from Riviera Maya with a small group, guided by locals who know all the little stories behind Chichen Itza’s stones. There’s time for a real Mexican lunch buffet and a swim in a cool cenote before heading home—expect laughter, sunlight, maybe even a new favorite dish if you’re lucky.
Playa del Carmen: Social Pub Crawl & Free Drinks NightYou meet a group of travelers at a beach club, play drinking games to win champagne, and crawl through four to five Playa del Carmen venues with a free drink at each stop. Guides keep the energy moving and handle all the logistics; on Fridays and Saturdays, women get bonus free drinks at the final club. The night runs from 10:30pm to 3:00am, and you leave with new friends and no regrets about how you spent the evening.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling solo or with a group and want a structured night out where you don't have to plan the route, negotiate drinks, or worry about meeting people — the guides and games handle all three, and the free drinks at each venue mean you're not doing math at the bar.
Snorkeling in Playa del Carmen: Private Catamaran with Open BarA 4-hour private catamaran snorkeling tour from Puerto Aventuras marina in Playa del Carmen takes you to In-Ha reef, where you spend about 2 hours in the water with sea turtles, colorful tropical fish, and coral. The boat includes an open bar with unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, snacks, and homemade ceviche lunch; snorkel gear, life jackets, towels, and fishing equipment are provided. You can also troll fish during the cruise, and anything you catch gets prepared onboard by the chef.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in Playa del Carmen without a car—the catamaran departs from Puerto Aventuras marina, so you'll need separate transport to reach it, but the boat itself includes snorkel gear, fishing equipment, and lunch.
Playa del Carmen: Mexican Cooking Class & Tequila TastingYou’ll cook side by side with Chef Coty in her Playa del Carmen home—chopping, laughing, learning secrets behind ceviche and mole. Taste tequila and mezcal after lunch, swap stories with new friends, and leave smelling faintly of roasted chiles (in a good way). This isn’t just a class—it’s a memory you’ll carry home.
Tulum Ruins & Cenote Swim from Cancun with LunchYou get picked up from your Cancun hotel and driven to Tulum's clifftop ruins, where a guide walks you through the Mayan temples and explains the site's role as an ancient port city. After the ruins, you swim in Cenote Nohoch Nah Chich, a freshwater sinkhole surrounded by jungle. Lunch is included, priority site access saves you the entry queue, and the driver handles the round-trip transport — all you do is show up ready to walk and swim.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see both Tulum's ruins and a cenote in one day without arranging your own transport, paying separate entry fees, or timing the sites yourself. Plan for a full day out — roughly seven to eight hours — which is what makes fitting both stops and lunch into a single trip possible.
Riviera Maya Snorkeling: 45' Catamaran & Inah Bay ReefA half-day catamaran snorkeling trip on the Riviera Maya departs from the marina, sails north for an hour to Inah Bay's reef, and anchors for two hours of snorkeling before returning. The boat carries a certified guide in English or Spanish, snorkeling gear, paddleboards, lunch prepared onboard, and a full open bar. The whole experience runs four hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want snorkeling with a full day still ahead—the four-hour round trip leaves your schedule flexible, and the catamaran departs from the marina so you're not coordinating separate logistics.
Tulum Private Tour: Ruins, Cenotes & Cave SwimA private 6-hour tour of Tulum ruins, Xunaan Ha cenote and Taak Bi Ha cave cenote with a guide, private transportation and snorkelling gear included. You spend 90 minutes at the ruins with a guide, then 30 minutes exploring on your own, before swimming in two separate cenotes — one open-air, one underground. The itinerary is flexible; you can adjust stops or timing if you want to, though changes may incur fees. Pickup is included, and the tour suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour if your group wants to control the pace and skip the morning crowds at Tulum — early entry and private transport mean you're exploring ruins and swimming cenotes while the tour buses are still loading.
Isla Mujeres Sunset Cruise and Tour from CancunA sunset cruise and walking tour from Cancun takes you to Isla Mujeres for an evening of history and swimming. You'll walk through the downtown to learn about local landmarks—the church, City Hall esplanade, and the waterfront malecón—then move to Playa Norte before sunset to swim in clear water while the light fades. The tour runs about four hours and includes roundtrip transport from Cancun hotels, plus a cocktail bar with beer and sodas on the boat.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Isla Mujeres in the evening when it's quieter, and if watching the sunset from the water matters more than packing a full day of sightseeing into the afternoon. The timing and the transport are locked in, so the sunset becomes the point instead of something you squeeze in.
