Other sports in Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen
Adventure Tulum & Snorkel at Yalkú
Exploring the Tulum ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with a guide to reveal the history, is an unmissable adventure. Discover ceremonial buildings perched on a cliff overlooking the ocean, then dive into the mystical world of Mayan cenotes. There's a lunch of authentic Mexican cuisine before you finish the trip with a rejuvenating experience at Yalkú lagoon, where turquoise waters teem with exotic marine life.
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Garrafon Natural Reef Park and dolphin experience ticket
It's double the fun with this full-day trip to Isla Discovery. You'll tick off one of life's must do's with a family-friendly dolphin experience before heading onward to Garrafon Natural Reef Park to continue the fun. Try out snorkelling, kayaking or simply kick back and enjoy the pristine views on offer. And to top it off, a tasty buffet lunch is thrown in, too.
Jungle Tour Adventure Marina Aquatours
Add a touch of adrenaline to your Cancun holiday with this jungle speedboat tour. You get to drive the speedboat yourself, zooming through the natural ecosystem of Nichupte Lagoon for two hours, passing by wild fauna and flora in one of its four mangrove areas. And if you choose the added snorkelling tour, you'll also get to see what lies beneath with a spot of underwater exploration.
Riviera Maya Scuba Diving Experiences
Divers are spoilt for choice in the Riviera Maya. With 20 cenotes to explore and the Caribbean Sea on your doorstep, it's a perfect destination for scuba diving. The dive centre supports various environmental conservation projects, so when you dive, you'll be part of the change. You'll get a new perspective on the Riviera Maya with a scuba dive experience. And to top it off, all equipment is provided and there's a maximum of only four divers per tour, ensuring you get the very best out of your instructor.
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Popular experiences in Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen
Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen - Playa del Carmen Coco Bongo Tickets
Party the night away at Playa del Carmen's legendary Coco Bongo nightclub, where a Vegas-style extravaganza awaits. In a four-hour show featuring dancers, performers, acrobats and singers, you'll be swept away by the club's dazzling nighttime atmosphere. There are five options to choose from – Regular, Gold Member, Silver Member, Front Row and Ladies Night.The fun starts as soon as you're dropped off at Coco Bongo. Well-known for its glittering performances and music that's sure to keep you on the dancefloor. Once the lights are dimmed, the show truly gets started with glittering confetti falling from the sky and tribute acts taking to the stage bringing the best of Madonna, Michael Jackson and Beyoncé to you.Choose from five options:Regular – Standing only entry ticket with snack and open barGold Member – Separate fast-track Gold Member entrance, with reserved seating, snack and open barSilver Member - Silver Entrance, premium bar with one snack to choose, no seat (one mini hamburger, one hotdog, french fries or nachos)Front Row Ticket – Reserved front row seating area with snack and open bar
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On this National Geographic Day Tour, explore Tankah Park in Mexico's Riviera Maya. With insights from National Geographic, trek through the jungle to Cenote Cueva and Cenote Piraña for a refreshing dip. You'll also visit Cenote Naval for an adventurous canoeing session and Cenote Azul for another invigorating swim in its crystal-clear waters. These cenotes were not only sources of fresh water for the ancient Maya but were also believed to be passageways to Xibalba, the Mayan underworld, and were sites for important rituals. Next, head over to a traditional Mayan house to learn about the Melipona bee, a stingless bee that has been cultivated for centuries for its medicinal honey. You'll then enjoy exclusive access to a traditional Mayan kitchen, taking part in a tortilla workshop and learning about authentic Mayan cooking. A buffet meal featuring local dishes brings the day's discoveries and delivers flavours rooted in heritage. Finally, hike to a fifth cenote, learning about the discovery and preservation of these natural sites. Spanning 300 hectares, Tankah Park's cenotes and forests offer Mayan heritage and ecological diversity. This tour also supports the local community and promotes sustainable tourism, helping to preserve these remarkable lands.
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Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen - Tulum Morning Tour with Transfer
On holiday, it can be tough to tear yourself away from the hotel pool or the all-inclusive bar. But with this trip, you can spend the morning at one of Mexico's must-see sights and still be back for lunch. Tour the ancient Maya ruins of Tulum with an expert guide, followed by free time to explore on your own.
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Cancun - Nat Geo Day Tour: Unveiling the Importance of Cancun’s Reef Restoration
Explore the wonders of the Mesoamerican Reef System on this exclusive National Geographic Day Tour. Led by marine specialists, you will have the unique opportunity to snorkel and witness the impact of humanity on the reef and see coral bleaching. This is followed by an insightful talk on actionable steps for reef restoration.Setting sail when the waters are at their calmest, you'll venture to two different reefs, each affected by bleaching due to global warming, water pollution, and microplastics. Visit the reef known as “El Meco”, which boasts the youngest corals, making it a particularly special attraction.The boats used for the tour are certified by Blue Flag for sustainable tourism, ensuring your voyage aligns with eco-conscious practices. Along the way, you'll also get to know the local fauna and savour a delicious burrito lunch. During this tour, you will be inspired to protect these marine ecosystems, which is the aim of the National Geographic-sponsored Pristine Seas project. This project has carried out expeditions to Banco Chinchorro, a significant part of the Mesoamerican Reef System. This project's work underscores the importance of safeguarding marine environments from human influence while protecting the last wild places in our oceans.By joining this tour, you will engage with the vital importance of preserving and protecting the precious Mesoamerican Reef System. See for yourself the marvels of the ocean and gain a profound understanding of coral reefs and their critical role in the biosphere.
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Cancun - Snorkelling with Turtles and Cenote Swim in Riviera Maya
For an amazing underwater adventure, this half-day tour into the heart of the Mexican jungle and the Caribbean reef is a must-do. You'll swim in the mystical surroundings of a cenote and snorkel with turtles in the Caribbean during an action-packed morning in the Riviera Maya.
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Cancun - Guided Tour of Tulum and Visit to a Modern Maya Community
Exploring ancient ruins and swimming in underground caves make this an action-packed morning of adventure. A guided tour of one of Mexico's most important historical sites is followed by a visit to a traditional Mayan community. What's more, you'll get the chance to take a refreshing dip in a cenote too.
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Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen - Chichen Itza tour by Xichen
Journey into the Mayan past with a trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Chichen Itza. Paired with a certified guide, you'll unearth the secrets of Mexico's top archaeological site, visit a typical Mayan cenote for a swim and take your pick from a tasty buffet lunch. And, if you opt for the Deluxe ticket, you'll stop to visit Valladolid and tuck into your buffet lunch in a local restaurant there.
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Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen - A trip to Señor Frog’s for Playa del Carmen
Dig into your next flavour fix at Señor Frog's, a lively restaurant and bar famous for its vibrant atmosphere, tasty plates and fun-filled parties. With a drink, entree and main course of your choice included, you're all set for a feast in this lively hotspot. But the real fun kicks in with the entertainment – think live music, dancing and games that get everyone involved.
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Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen - Family-friendly Coco Bongo sunset show in Playa del Carmen
Get ready for an evening at the Coco Bongo Sunset Show, a family-friendly twist on the iconic Coco Bongo experience. This event delivers the same electrifying performances and impressive audiovisual displays as the nighttime events, but with an extra focus on family fun. Adults can take their pick from an open bar, while kids have access to unlimited soft drinks – it's the perfect way to spend an evening out together.
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Cancun - Riviera Maya exploration with Tulum, Akumal Bay, and Cenote visit
Discover the best of Riviera Maya with a tour to Tulum, Akumal Bay, and a cenote. Experience history, nature, and adventure in one day.
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Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen - Akumal Monkey Sanctuary Ticket only
Take a trip to Akumal Monkey Sanctuary for a guided tour. Meet the animals that call this place home – including over 20 different species – and hear about how they were rescued. You'll see colourful macaws, friendly snakes and playful monkeys, as well as learn about their natural behaviours from a knowledgeable guide. Plus, you'll find out about the sanctuary's conservation efforts and why they're so important. Just a heads-up, transport isn't included in this tour.
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Dive into a world of adventure with the Xel-Ha Light tour, designed with families in mind. At Xel-Ha natural aquarium park, you can see dolphins up close, snorkel in a cove, and glide down a river on a waterslide. Climb the lighthouse for panoramic views before zooming down the waterslide. Check out caves, cenotes, and grottos, or go for a bike ride around the park. With round-trip transportation and all your gear, including life jackets and towels included, all you need is your sense of adventure.
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Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen - Akumal Monkey Sanctuary with ATV tour and snorkelling
Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula is loaded with wild landscapes, and you'll have a chance to dive into them on this full-day itinerary. You'll tick off everything from a visit to a monkey sanctuary to an ATV ride in the jungle, with some snorkelling in Akumal Bay thrown in for good measure. Javier, an expert local guide, says “this activity is perfect if you want to leave the big cities and hotels behind for a while and experience Mexico's greener side. Cenotes, wildlife, beaches, jungle – you'll encounter them all.”You'll start your day with a visit to the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary, a place where rescued animals from around the area are looked after and treated. You'll be shown around by one of the people who work here, and you'll be introduced to some of the primates and birds currently being cared for. Then, you'll switch things up a few gears for an ATV ride through the jungle. You can get behind the controls of a vehicle as you head to a cenote tucked away within the greenery. These natural, freshwater sinkholes are unique to this part of Mexico, and your guide will tell you about their cultural significance before your chance to hop in for a swim.When you're done here, you'll make your way to today's final stop, Akumal Bay. This sandy spot is known from Tulum to Cancun as one of the area's top snorkelling spots. And that's exactly what you can do here. To make things even better, Akumel Bay is known for its native turtle population, so it's likely you'll share the waters with these gentle reptiles during your visit.
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Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen - Swimming with turtles and Coba archaeological site tour
Dive into an unforgettable adventure on this full-day Mayan legacy tour. You'll kick off the day with a swim with native sea turtles in their natural habitat in Akumal. This spot is known for its colourful coral reefs and the green sea turtles and tropical fish often found hanging around here – the seagrass beds in Akumal Bay are like underwater meadows, and the turtles love to chow down here.Next, you'll head over to Coba for a traditional Mayan lunch. There's a tasty buffet of typical Yucatan food on the menu, most of which feature traditional recipes passed down through generations.Then, you'll step back in time at the archaeological site of Coba, nestled in the Yucatan Peninsula's jungle. As you wander along the stone paths here, known as sacbes, you'll retrace the footsteps of ancient Mayans and see the temples and monuments, known as stelae, that were part of their daily life. This includes the towering Nohoch Mul Pyramid, one of the tallest in the Yucatan Peninsula.
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Cancun - Tulum shopping tour with Cenote Nohoch swim
Combine shopping with natural wonder on this Tulum tour featuring local boutiques, artisan markets, and a refreshing swim in the mystical Cenote Nohoch. Shop unique souvenirs and experience Mexico's underground paradise.
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Cancun - Ki’ichpam Xunáan eco park and Cenote Yun Chen admission
Discover the natural wonders of Ki'ichpam Xunáan Eco Park and swim in the crystal-clear waters of Cenote Yun Chen. Explore lush jungle trails, observe local wildlife, and experience authentic Mayan culture.
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Cancun - Puerto Morelos shopping tour with taco tastings
Explore Puerto Morelos' charming markets and boutiques on this guided shopping tour with authentic taco tastings. Discover local crafts, meet artisans, and enjoy flavours.
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Cancun - Tulum platinum tour with Akumal Turtles and Nohoch Cenote
Discover ancient Mayan ruins in Tulum, swim with sea turtles in Akumal Bay, and explore the mystical Nohoch Cenote. Enjoy unforgettable natural wonders.
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Cancun - Akumal turtles adventure and Cenote Nohoch
Swim alongside gentle sea turtles in Akumal Bay and explore the mystical Cenote Nohoch on this eco-adventure. Experience Mexico's natural wonders with expert guides.
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Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen - Full-day Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas guided boat tour
Head out on this guided boat tour to Rio Lagartos, a small fishing village in the Rio Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. You'll start the tour at Las Coloradas, home to pink lakes and a large sea salt harvesting industry. Then, you'll head to Rio Lagartos for a boat ride through the mangroves. This place is known for its wildlife – your guide will help you spot native birds often found hanging around here, like pink flamingos, pelicans and eagles. To wrap things up, you'll head to a traditional a Mayan bath for a soaking session – they use nutrient-rich clay as well here to help soothe and exfoliate your skin.
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