Things to do in Riviera Maya & the Yucatan
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Cancun Airport to Hotel: Private Luxury Sedan Transfer & BarYou’ll be met at Cancun Airport by a local rep who’ll guide you straight to your private luxury sedan—cold drinks waiting inside, comfy leather seats, WiFi working so you can message home right away. Your driver handles all logistics until you reach your hotel. It’s an easy start that feels like someone’s looking out for you from the very first moment.
Muyil & Sian Ka'an tour from Tulum: Ruins and lagoon floatA six-hour guided tour from Tulum combines an archaeological walk through Muyil with a boat float across two freshwater lagoons connected by an ancient canal in the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve. The guide leads you through the ruins with stories of Maya calendars and ceremony, then you board a boat for a 30-minute drift through mangroves and orchids toward the sea. Hotel pickup in Tulum, bottled water, snacks and a Mexican taco tasting at the end are included; bring a towel, bathing suit and cash for local vendors.Is it for me?Choose this if you want both the Muyil ruins and the lagoon float handled as one coordinated day with a guide managing the timing and transitions; book a self-guided option instead if you prefer to explore the ruins alone or move through at your own pace.
Cozumel Submarine Tour: Dive the Chankanaab Reef WreckYou arrive 30 minutes early, watch a safety briefing, board a transfer boat, then descend 100 feet in a real submarine to explore Cozumel's reef wall, coral formations, and a sunken ship. You stay dry the whole time, receive a digital certificate, and return to the facility within two and a half hours total.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Cozumel's reef and shipwreck without getting wet or learning to dive — the submarine does the work, and you watch through the portholes for a full hour at depth.
4 Cenotes, Zip-Lines & Canoes near Tulum: Private Tour with LunchA private activity tour near Tulum where you choose which cenotes to explore: zip-line across one, canoe into another, cliff dive at a third, snorkel in a fourth, or skip any of them. The day includes hotel pickup, a professional guide in English or Spanish, lunch prepared in an adjacent Mayan village, and all gear—life jackets, snorkeling equipment, drinks and snacks. Children from age 1 are welcome. The Tulum archaeological site can be added for an extra fee.Is it for me?Book this tour if your group wants to pick and choose among activities rather than follow a set schedule—you control the pace and which cenotes to visit, so a family with young children or mixed comfort levels can stay together without anyone sitting out.
Rio Secreto Underground River Tour: Wade Through Crystal CavesRio Secreto is an underground river tour near Playa del Carmen where you wade through a cenote past stalactites and stalagmites in groups of ten or fewer, with a professional guide explaining the geology and local wildlife. The tour runs 3.5 to 8 hours depending on your option; some packages include hotel pickup, and you can add visits to Tulum Ruins, Cobá Mayan Ruins, or Puerto Morelos snorkeling at checkout. Lunch featuring Mayan cuisine is served at the reserve restaurant after the swim.Is it for me?Wade through turquoise waters past ancient stalactites while your guide reveals the cenote's geological secrets, then enjoy Mayan cuisine in the jungle—transport and all gear included, with small groups that move freely through the caves.
Cancun: Private Yacht Charter 55ft with Crew & SnorkelingYou’ll slip away from busy beaches onto your own 55ft yacht with crew, gliding through Cancun’s lagoon into open Caribbean blue. Swim or snorkel over reefs, paddle board near Isla Mujeres, or just sprawl out on deck with cold drinks in hand. Every moment feels unhurried — you might even forget your phone exists for a while.
Chichen Itza, Valladolid & Cenote: Mayan Ruins with Food DemoYou’ll walk among Chichen Itza’s ancient stones as stories unfold around you, taste smoky Yucatecan dishes prepared by local cooks, plunge into a deep blue cenote for a real shock of cool water, then wander through colorful streets in Valladolid—all guided by people who know these places by heart.
Cancun: Private Yacht Rental 46FT with Crew & SnorkelingYou’ll board a private yacht in Cancun with a friendly local crew, cruise through shifting blue waters past mangroves and open sea, stop to snorkel coral reefs or float near Isla Mujeres’ beaches, and unwind with drinks on deck. Expect laughter, warmth from the sun, and moments that feel quietly special — especially as you watch Cancun fade into the distance.
Cozumel Scuba Diving Tour: Paradise Reef, No Certification NeededDiscover Scuba Diving at Paradise Reef in Cozumel is an introductory scuba experience for divers without certification. You watch a PADI video before arrival, practice skills in shallow water with an instructor, then dive two separate reefs for 30–60 minutes each, with full gear rental and refreshments between dives included. Children from age 10 are welcome; the shop sits minutes from the cruise terminals by taxi.Is it for me?If you've wondered what scuba feels like but aren't ready to spend a day on certification, this trip lets you breathe underwater and explore a real reef in one morning or afternoon—no course, no card, just the experience itself.
Tulum Ruins, Akumal Turtles & Cenote: Private TourA private seven-hour tour of the Riviera Maya combines the Tulum Ruins with snorkeling at Akumal and a cenote swim, including round-trip transportation from your hotel, a bilingual guide, Mexican lunch, and snorkel equipment. The group stays under ten people, and the itinerary is fixed so the day holds together without anyone building it.Is it for me?Booking a private tour removes the need to arrange your own transport, guide, park entry and timing across three separate sites—the driver handles the route, the guide explains what you're seeing, and the day stays on schedule so you fit all three stops without rushing or backtracking.
Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres snorkeling tour with lunchThis 8-hour snorkeling tour from your hotel visits Isla Contoy's protected reef and nature reserve, then Isla Mujeres for an hour of free time. The boat includes a light breakfast, a guided snorkel stop (weather permitting), lunch on the beach, drinks, and a certified bilingual guide who speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and four other languages. Round-trip transportation from your accommodation is included.Is it for me?Most island tours here bundle everything into a single schedule, which means you move when the group moves. This one gives you an hour on Isla Mujeres to set your own pace—walk the streets, sit on the beach, or skip ahead to ice cream—while the snorkel stop and Contoy's nature reserve stay guided and timed so the day doesn't sprawl.
Camel ride tour Maroma Beach: 45-minute Caribbean expeditionA 45-minute camel ride tour on Maroma Beach near Cancun takes you through jungle trails and white-sand dunes, ending with beach time for photographs and snacks. Hotel pickup is included from Cancun or Riviera Maya, along with safety equipment, a live guide in English or Spanish, and access to the beach. Groups stay small—maximum three people per booking—and the tour suits families with children as young as eight.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a short, guided activity that doesn't demand a full day—the 45-minute ride plus transfer fits into a morning or afternoon without eating up your schedule. The small group size (three people maximum) and included hotel pickup make it straightforward for families with children eight and older.
Tulum & Coba Ruins, Multun-Ha Cenote & Mayan Museum Day TripYou’ll stand above turquoise waves at Tulum’s ancient walls, pedal through jungle to climb Coba’s pyramid, float in Multun-Ha cenote’s cool blue water, and glimpse real Mayan artifacts at Jaguar Park’s museum—all with lunch and pickup included. Expect laughter with your guide, honest moments of awe, and time to let each place sink in.
Cancun Street Food Tour: 5 Local Dishes, Skip-the-Line AccessA street food tour in Cancun where you taste five local dishes across different spots, including the Cancun Local Market, with a skip-the-line arrangement that lets you eat without waiting or ordering onsite. The tour runs 3.5 hours with an English or Spanish-speaking guide, includes all food, drinks and sides, and operates with or without hotel pickup depending on your option.Is it for me?Book this tour if you have a free afternoon and want to eat like a local without spending time hunting for restaurants or waiting in line—the guide handles the ordering and the route, so you taste five dishes and see the market in one block of time. Choose the option with hotel pickup if you're staying at a hotel in central Cancun and want door-to-door service.
Ziplining in Cancun: ATV, Cenote & Lunch IncludedZipline through the jungle canopy near Puerto Morelos, cross hanging bridges, ride an ATV through Mayan forest trails, and swim in a freshwater cenote—all in one 4-hour activity from Cancun with a guide, lunch, and tequila tasting. Hotel pickup is included; children from age 4 are welcome. The experience combines three separate activities in sequence, so you move from one piece of equipment to the next without downtime between them.Is it for me?Book the private Cancun or Puerto Morelos option if you're traveling with family or a small group and want to move at your own pace; the shared Playa del Carmen option works if you're staying there and don't mind joining other travelers, though morning pickup only. Either way, the sequence—ziplines first, then ATV, then cenote—means you're always moving to the next thing, so the 4 hours stay full without long waits between activities.
Snorkeling in Xel-Há, Cancun: 50+ attractionsXel-Há is a full-day park visit from Cancun with snorkeling gear included—mask, fins and flotation vest—plus access to more than 50 water, land and air activities across lagoons, cenotes, caves and a hidden beach. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; the All-Inclusive option adds breakfast, lunch buffet and an open bar, while the Light option provides unlimited soft drinks and water. The park operates 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Is it for me?Book the Light option if you want to move freely between snorkeling, cenotes and ziplines without meal planning; choose All-Inclusive if you prefer meals and drinks handled so you stay in the park without leaving for lunch. The full day—9 to 10 hours—suits families and groups who want variety in one place rather than a single focused activity.
Cancun Airport Transfer: Black Luxury Van & WiFi to HotelsYou arrive at Cancun Airport and a driver with your name on a tablet is waiting. The black van has WiFi, cold water, and two beers per person. Your flight is tracked in real time, and the driver adjusts if you land late. You relax on the drive to your hotel zone—Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, or wherever you're staying—and arrive without having arranged anything else.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi line and arrive at your hotel without arranging transport or negotiating a price—the driver waits for your actual flight, not a scheduled time, which is what makes the transfer reliable even if you land late.
Cozumel: Private Jeep Tour, Mayan Ruins & SnorkelingYou drive a private Jeep following a guide to San Gervasio ruins, two beach parks with snorkeling, and the town of El Cedral. Lunch, snorkel gear, and hotel pickup are included; you choose your start time. The guide navigates and handles park fees while you control the pace and stops.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to explore Cozumel beyond the resort beaches and don't mind being behind the wheel—the Jeep gives you the freedom to linger at ruins or reefs while the guide removes the navigation and logistics from your day.
Horseback Riding, ATV & Ziplines in Puerto Morelos: 5 HoursThis five-hour activity in Puerto Morelos combines horseback riding at El Rey Polo Club, ATV riding and ziplines at Extreme Adventure Eco Park, and a swim in a natural Mayan cenote. The experience runs in small groups of up to ten people with bilingual guides, safety gear for all activities, and transport included. Minimum age is 4 years old for the cenote and ziplines; horseback riding starts at age 6.Is it for me?Book this if you want four different activities in one day without organizing each one separately—the small-group format and bilingual guides mean you move between horseback, ATV, ziplines and cenote without waiting or figuring out logistics yourself.
Xplor Adventure Park Rafting, Ziplining & ATV from CancunXplor Adventure Park is an all-in-one activity near Cancun where you zipline through rainforest and caves, drive an amphibious vehicle over off-road terrain, and paddle a raft through underground chambers filled with stalactites and stalagmites. The day includes round-trip hotel transport, all equipment, an all-you-can-eat buffet lunch, and runs about six hours from hotel to hotel.Is it for me?Book this if you want to drive and paddle yourself rather than watch from a guide's perspective — the amphibious vehicle and raft are yours to operate, and the open schedule means you can repeat activities or linger in the caves. It's built for families with kids old enough to meet the height requirements, and the six-hour window keeps the day manageable without an early start or late return.
