Things to do in Riviera Maya & the Yucatan
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El Cielo Cozumel snorkel tour: Private boat, 4 reefsEl Cielo Cozumel is a private snorkeling boat tour for 1 to 7 people visiting four reef sites and a natural pool in about 3 hours. The boat departs from Playa San Francisco Beach Club with snorkeling equipment, a professional guide in English or Spanish, and fresh snacks and drinks prepared onboard. Infants sit on an adult's lap; the tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.Is it for me?Your private boat takes you to four reefs and El Cielo's natural pool in one morning, with the crew handling everything from briefing to meals.
Mexico City: Lucha Libre Wrestling Show Ticket & Welcome DrinkYou’ll jump right into Mexico City’s Lucha Libre scene with fast entry—no waiting outside—and start off with a welcome margarita among locals. Watch masked fighters battle for glory while the crowd cheers wildly around you. There’s laughter, friendly teasing from your guide, and plenty of time to pick your favorite hero or villain. It’s loud, colorful, sometimes silly—and surprisingly moving if you let yourself get swept up.
Cobá Ruins & Mayan Village: Cenote Swim & Clay WorkshopYou visit Cobá's main pyramid and jungle temples with a bilingual guide, spend time in a traditional Mayan village learning about medicinal plants and sacred bees, shape your own piece of clay to take home, and swim in a cenote. Hotel pickup, lunch, and all materials are included, and small groups mean you're not herded through with fifty other people.Is it for me?This tour works well if you want to see Cobá's main ruins and experience living Mayan culture in one afternoon without arranging separate transport, entry fees, and meals—the small-group format and fixed itinerary handle all of that, leaving you free to focus on the experience itself.
Cancun: Private 50ft Yacht Rental with Captain & SnorkelingYou rent a 50ft luxury yacht with captain and crew for 2, 4, or 6 hours. Snorkeling gear, ice, and bottled water are included; longer rentals reach Isla Mujeres and Playa Norte. The crew handles catering or you bring your own, and Bluetooth lets you control the music. Book the duration that fits your day, coordinate the time by message, and the rest is handled.Is it for me?Right for groups or families who want a private boat without learning to sail it themselves. The 2-hour option is a short cruise; the 4 or 6-hour rentals are what let you reach Isla Mujeres and actually snorkel, so choose based on whether you want the journey or the destination.
Chacchoben Mayan Ruins Tour from Costa Maya: Guided 2-Hour WalkChacchoben is a guided tour of ancient Mayan ruins in Costa Maya, where you walk the temples with a certified guide who speaks English or Spanish and explains the site's history and culture. The tour runs 3.5 hours and includes entrance to the site, air-conditioned vehicle transport, bottled water and soda. Children from age 3 are welcome, and the site is wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a guide who knows the site and can explain what you're looking at, rather than walking the ruins on your own. The 3.5-hour length keeps it manageable for families with young children and for anyone who doesn't want to spend a full day on archaeology.
Isla Contoy & Isla Mujeres: Private Snorkeling Tour with LunchYou’ll swim among bright fish on a guided reef snorkel near Isla Contoy before relaxing on quiet beaches with a fresh-cooked Caribbean lunch. Wander Isla Mujeres’ colorful streets or just sink your toes into Playa Norte’s soft sand — all with private boat transport and a local guide who knows every hidden corner.
Cozumel Snorkeling: Private Jeep Tour with LunchA private jeep, buggy or minivan tour of Cozumel with no fixed time limit—you and your group travel alone with a guide, stop at beaches, El Mirador Lookout, a cenote and a tequila distillery (optional), then snorkel and eat lunch at a beach restaurant. The tour runs a minimum of five hours and stretches as long as you want, with snorkel gear, lunch, water and beer included; you choose the vehicle type at checkout.Is it for me?Choose the jeep or buggy if you want to feel the island wind and move fast between stops; pick the minivan if your group is larger or you prefer more comfort. The no-time-limit structure means you're not racing through—you linger at the cenote, spend an extra hour at a beach, or skip the optional stops entirely without anyone pushing you along or charging extra.
Ziplining and ATV Riding: Riviera Maya Jungle AdventureThis 6-hour activity in Riviera Maya combines ATV riding and ziplining in the Mayan jungle with a swim in an underground river. You ride a 450cc CAN-AM ATV (the only two-passenger model approved in the destination), fly on a zipline above the jungle canopy, and finish with a buffet lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide in English, Spanish or French, helmet, and air-conditioned transport are included. Riders must be at least 16 years old; passengers can be as young as 8. Basic swimming skills are required, and the activity demands moderate physical fitness.Is it for me?Book the Double Rider ATV if you want to share the experience and split the focus between operating the machine and taking in the jungle; choose the Single Rider ATV if you prefer to concentrate on handling the terrain yourself without managing a passenger.
Cozumel: El Cielo Private Boat Snorkeling & Starfish BeachYou board a private boat in Cozumel, snorkel at El Cielo Beach surrounded by starfish and shallow reefs, then move to deeper sites with abundant fish and coral. Snorkeling gear, ceviche, and drinks are included, and the four-hour tour departs and returns near cruise ports, making it seamless for port days or hotel stays.Is it for me?Right for cruise passengers with a short port day or hotel guests who want snorkeling without arranging transport and gear separately — the boat leaves from near the ports and includes everything you need to get in the water within minutes of boarding.
Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen: Private Roundtrip TransferYou get a named driver waiting at your terminal with a sign, real-time flight tracking, and a direct route to your Playa del Carmen resort — no shared shuttles, no multiple stops, no negotiating at the curb. The return pickup is from your hotel lobby at a time you set. All vehicles are air-conditioned and private, with 24/7 support in English and Spanish if anything changes.Is it for me?Right choice if you're landing with luggage and don't want to negotiate a taxi fare or wait for a shared shuttle. The fixed price and door-to-door service mean the transfer stops being a worry the moment you book it.
Snorkeling in Playa del Carmen: Private catamaran with turtlesA 5-hour private catamaran snorkeling tour departing from Puerto Aventuras marina near Playa del Carmen, with stops at two sheltered reef areas—In-Ha and La Bocana—where you swim with turtles and colorful fish. The boat includes an open bar, ceviche lunch, snorkel and fishing gear, and a crew that will prepare any fish you catch. Vegetarian and dietary options are available with advance notice; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and Spanish, so you'll follow the commentary comfortably in either language. Book this if your group wants the flexibility to snorkel, fish, relax onboard or mix all three without deciding in advance—the crew adjusts to what each person wants to do.
Mexican Cooking Class Costa Maya: Learn to Cook Tacos al PastorA 2-hour hands-on cooking class at Jaguar Cafe on the Mahahual boardwalk teaches you to press tortillas on a traditional comal and master the achiote marinade for pork al pastor tacos, with a drink included. The cafe sits 5 minutes by taxi from the Costa Maya cruise port and doubles as your home base for the afternoon—you get free beach access, secure lockers for your things, and high-speed Wi-Fi so you can swim and shop without returning to the ship. A live guide teaches in English or Spanish; children from age 6 are welcome, and vegetarian or chicken options are available.Is it for me?The guide teaches in English or Spanish, so you can follow comfortably in your language. If you have a short port day and want to learn something real without losing hours to travel and logistics, the 5-minute taxi ride and the cafe's lockers and Wi-Fi mean you can cook, swim, and shop without once returning to the ship.
Mahahual: Two-Tank Boat Dive for Certified Divers & GearYou’ll join a small group for two-tank boat dives on Mahahual’s reef with all your SCUBA gear included. Expect easy logistics, friendly guides like Diego sharing local stories during your surface interval on the beach, and plenty of time underwater based on your air consumption. That feeling when you first drop in? You’ll remember it.
Sian Ka'an Muyil: Birdwatching Tour with Mayan Guide & MealYou’ll walk through Muyil’s jungle trails with a Mayan guide who really knows his birds, spot flashes of color in the mangroves, and share a traditional meal outdoors. Expect muddy shoes, laughter over mispronounced names, and quiet moments that linger after you leave.
Cancun to Isla Mujeres: Private Catamaran & Snorkel TourYou’ll board a private catamaran in Cancun with friends or family, sail across turquoise waves with an open bar and local crew, snorkel among surreal sculptures at the Underwater Museum of Art, then sink your feet into Isla Mujeres’ North Beach. Expect laughter, salt air, and those small moments that linger long after you’re back on land.
Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen: Private Van, No StopsYou’ll step off your flight in Cancun and spot your driver waiting just for you. Settle into a private van—no shared rides or surprise stops—and head straight to Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, or your ferry terminal. Expect small kindnesses from your local driver and real peace of mind after a long journey.
Mexico Mezcal and Chocolate Tasting: 5 Pairings with GuideA mezcal and chocolate tasting in Mexico where you sample five artisanal mezcals and five fine Mexican chocolates, each pairing designed to highlight the spirit's distinct notes. A certified mezcal and chocolate taster guides you through the sensory details—how to identify aromas, flavors and finishes—and explains the cultural and production story behind each one. The experience runs two hours and includes a seasonal mezcal cocktail, traditional Mexican snacks, and fruits and salts to cleanse your palate between pours.Is it for me?If you're staying in Mexico without a car and have a free afternoon or evening, this tasting works as a standalone experience—no transport to arrange, no other stops to coordinate. The guide leads the whole thing in one room, so you show up, taste, and leave with two hours of sensory education behind you. Choose this if you want to understand mezcal and chocolate on their own terms rather than as part of a larger tour.
Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen: Shuttle & Hotel PickupYou get picked up at Cancun airport arrivals with a nameplate, driven in an air-conditioned shuttle to your Playa del Carmen hotel, and returned to the airport on your departure day. The driver waits up to an hour if your flight is delayed, and the price is fixed before you land — no negotiation, no surprises, just a seat and a route that works.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving at Cancun with luggage and want to skip the taxi line and the fare negotiation — the fixed price and the waiting driver mean you go straight from the plane to your hotel without arranging anything else.
Cancun Airport to Cancun & Tulum: Private Transfer with Flight TrackingYou get picked up at the airport by name, driven directly to your hotel in a private van, and never have to arrange a taxi or negotiate a fare. Flight tracking means your driver adjusts for delays automatically. The price is fixed and transparent, and the driver speaks English and Spanish, so questions about the area get answered on the way.Is it for me?Right for travelers landing in Cancun without a car rental or pre-arranged ground transport, since pickup is included and the driver waits at arrivals. The drive to Tulum is about 45 minutes, and to Playa del Carmen around 30 — the fixed price and flight tracking mean you're not negotiating fare or timing at the curb.
Cancun: Nichupte Lagoon Kayak Tour & Mangrove WildlifeYou paddle a equipped kayak through Cancun's Nichupte Lagoon mangrove forests with a certified guide, spotting local wildlife and taking photos that come with the tour. The pace is relaxed, fruit and water are included, and you're back within a couple of hours without the stress of arranging your own transport or entry fees.Is it for me?Good for anyone wanting to escape the Cancun beach scene without renting a car or arranging separate transport — the guide, kayak, and photos are all waiting at the dock, and you're paddling through actual mangrove habitat instead of a resort pool.
