Top Playa del Carmen Shore Excursions

Journey to Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula to visit the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza on this full-day tour and experience this incredible archeological site with a local guide. Arrive at first time in the morning to take amazing photos with the archeological site almost for yourself, walk along El Castillo and the Pyramid of Kukulcan and learn how this pre-Columbian city played an important role in the Mayan Civilization. Visit the colonial town of Valladolid, stop at a cenote for a refreshing swim and enjoy a typical buffet lunch with vegetarian options. Hotel pick up available from Cancún, Rivera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras & Tulum Visit to Chichén Itzá, Cenote and Valladolid with free time to enjoy the place, buy souvenirs, take photos, etc. Have a great insight to the Mayan culture with this full day guided tour and choose the option that suits you best.

Travel through the Mayan jungle on this action-packed all-day guided tour. Hop on your own ATV (or ride along with a driver) and head to a cenote, an underwater pool, where you can take a refreshing dip. Then fly above the treetops on a ziplining course. A local Mayan lunch is included. Only those 18 years old and above are permitted to drive their own ATV.

Journey deep into the Riviera Maya on this guided jungle buggy tour from Playa del Carmen. Steer a 4x4 buggy for about 18 miles and admire the lush forest scenery during this thrilling drive. Make a stop at a ranch for a refreshing swim and snorkel at a cenote. Hotel transport included.

Explore the Rio Secreto Nature Reserve outside of Cancun on this full-day excursion, where you swim and wade in one of the most spectacular underground caves in Mexico. See the famous crystal caves on a tour that showcases the spectacular natural wonders of the Yucatán. Choose round-trip transportation from your Cancun hotel, or meet your guide at Rio Secreto directly. You also have the option to visit the Tulum ruins which you can add as an upgrade.

Explore the tropical forest and Caribbean coast of the Yucatan Peninsula on an adventure tour: ride an ATV through the jungle then head to Maroma Beach, where you can skim across the water in a wave runner or speed boat. This 3-hour tour includes snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as pickup and drop-off at hotels in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and the Riviera Maya.

Explore coral reefs, ancient history, and nature in the Riviera Maya on an combination tour that features some of the best of Yucatan in a single day. Snorkel through the coral reef in the Caribbean Sea, visit the Tulum archeological site, and swim in a cenote, then explore a limestone cave and take a jungle walk. This tour includes entrance fees, a buffet lunch, and door-to-door transport from hotels in Cancun or Playa del Carmen.

This small-group tour combines two impressive archeological sites of the Yucatán Peninsula: Coba and Tulum. Let a guide accompany you around the ruins and explain their significance. This day trip from Playa del Carmen includes hotel transport, beverages and a buffet lunch, plus a swim in Cho Ha Cenote.

Snorkel with Mexican whale sharks on a full-day group snorkeling tour off the Yucatan Coast from Playa del Carmen. Under the direction of an expert guide, swim with the world’s largest fish while looking out for dolphins, manta rays, and turtles. Immerse yourself in the marine magnificence of Mexico’s waters on this spectacular small-group adventure.

Explore the ancient Mayan city of Chichén Itzá on an all-day tour from Cancun and Mayan Riviera. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel to this important pre-Columbian ceremonial center to learn about its temples, observatory, pyramid, and ball court from an informative guide. Cool off in the holy waters of cenote before grabbing lunch at its namesake restaurant (included in the tour price).

Your exclusive, direct admission ticket lets you enter the archaeological site the first ones of the day —so you can explore in cooler temperatures without the crowds. Plus, you’ll visit the colonial city of Valladolid, enjoy a buffet lunch, and swim in Cenote. Enhance your experience of one of the New7Wonders of the World with this unique access tour of Chichen Itza, available only on Viator and Tripadvisor.

Visit two of the biggest draws in the Yucatan on this tour to the Tulum Archaeological Site and Cenote Chen Há and Mariposa from Cancun. Not only do you get a guided tour of the massive archaeological site—a lot to cover on your own—but you get to make the most of your time in the area by visiting the beautiful cenote. You can swim there, too, if you pay a fee upon arrival.

Visit ancient ruins, snorkel with sea turtles, and swim in a cenote with this tour. You'll start at Tulum, where you'll explore the town's famous beachfront archaeological site with a professional guide. You'll then make your way to the jungle to swim in a cenote before wrapping your trip up at Akumal Bay, where you'll snorkel with sea turtles.

Escape the busy beaches of Riviera Maya and cruise its waters instead on this private, half-day yacht tour. Departing from Puerto Aventuras, stops include the semi-sheltered In-Ha reef area and a pristine beach near the reef, where you can swim, snorkel, or standup paddleboard. While onboard, enjoy alcoholic drinks, lunch and wifi.

Visit the ancient archaeological wonder of Chichen Itza and the colonial town of Valladolid, with the chance to take a dip in Cenote Samaal along the way, with this private tour from Playa del Carmen. You'll learn about Mayan history, cool off in an open cenote, and get the chance to do some shopping in Valladolid, all with a professional guide to lead the way.

Skip the crowded bus tours at Chichen Itza. Instead, opt for a personalized excursion from Cancun or Riviera Maya. This private day trip lets you customize the itinerary with your guide and choose your own pickup time from the hotel. Entrance fees and a buffet lunch are included, along with beer and soda in a cooler aboard the air-conditioned vehicle. Bonus: swim in Ik Kil or Xcajum cenote.

Swim alongside whale sharks in the Caribbean Sea on this 6-hour tour from Cancun. These gentle giants arrive in large numbers around the Yucatan Peninsula every summer. Slip on snorkel gear and marvel at your proximity to these fish that can grow as long as 43 feet (13 meters)! After your memorable swim, sail to Isla Mujeres’ Playa Norte for a beachside lunch. Hotel transport from Cancun and the Riviera Maya included. Don’t miss this unique experience available from May to September only.

Combine snorkeling, ziplining, and ATV-riding during this full-day tour from Riviera Maya. Soar through the jungle canopies, swim in a freshwater cenote, and zoom through the rain forest on your own ATV. All activities are accompanied by an experienced guide; all equipment, a Mexican buffet lunch, and round-trip transportation from Riviera Maya hotels are included.

Snorkel, zipline, and rappel in the Riviera Maya on a 6-hour, small-group adventure tour that’s specially designed for adrenaline lovers. You’ll explore Caribbean marine life, the jungle canopy, and an underground river system on this full-day tour, which includes hotel pickup and drop-off, all activities, and a buffet lunch of Mexican cuisine.

Cool off and enjoy a day of family-friendly fun at Aqua Nick, a Nickelodeon themed Park, in Riviera Maya. Enjoy access to the park’s many attractions, including thrilling water slides, a lazy and adventure river, activity pool, multiple swim and beach areas and a dedicated area perfect for little kids. Upgrades available for a hassle-free day.

Leave the beaches of Cancun and explore Tulum, an ancient Maya fort perched on a bluff, and the underground ecological park of Kantun-Chi on this full-day private tour. At Tulum, overlooking the Caribbean Sea, learn about the city’s once-thriving commercial role in Maya history. Move on to discover a cavern network of stalactites and stalagmites at Kantun-Chi. Enjoy personalized attention and chauffeur service from a private guide.

See ancient Mayan pyramids, swim in the local cenote caves and fly through the canopy on a zipline in this action-packed day spent in Tulum. Pack your time in this corner of the Yucatan Peninsula with plenty of activities – and you don’t have to organise a single one of them. Get around the Peninsula and discover all that’s on offer in the jungle with the help of your group’s guide.

Travelers to the Yucatan Peninsula's ancient Maya ruins often find it easy to book a bus tour, only to discover that packed tour groups leave you feeling lost in the crowd. Don't settle for a one size fits all experience on this private tour to Tulum and Coba, just for your guests. After easy hotel pickup, enjoy ample time to explore the sights at your leisure, and refuel with an included restaurant lunch.

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and cultural history of the Riviera Maya. This private tour from Cancun/Playa del Carmen takes you to Sian Kaan Biosphere Reserve where you will explore the Muyil archaeological zone, one of the earliest and longest inhabited Mayan cities on Quintana Roo's east coast, before enjoying a relaxing river cruise on the turquoise waters of the Chunyaxche.

The Yucatan Peninsula is rife with cenotes, many of which can be crowded. On this private excursion, visit a hidden, underground cenote near Playa del Carmen and enjoy a swim in its refreshing waters. Walk through the underground cave system and learn about the geological history from your guide.