Top Mexico Eco Tours

Learn about marine life from a marine naturalist guide on a whale-watching cruise from Cabo San Lucas. Sail past dramatic El Arco rock formation and keep an eye out for sea lions as you enjoy a delicious Mexican breakfast of spicy eggs and aromatic coffee, making your way to the Sea of Cortez, with its excellent whale-watching opportunities.

Discover Akumal's kaleidoscopic reefs and Cenote Caracol's psychedelic rock formations on a group snorkeling tour from Riviera Maya. With the freedom to explore both sites independently and at your own pace, this aquatic adventure is perfect for beginner and advanced snorkelers alike. In Akumal, keep your eyes peeled for sea turtles, tropical fish, and vibrant coral. Then, head to the subtropical rainforest and swim around the cenote's stalagmites and stalactites.

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.

Experience some of the Yucatan’s most exciting activities with a Cancun combo tour. Choose between a range of combos, featuring captivating attractions such as the Xcaret, Xel-Ha, and Xplor parks and Chichen Itza, Mexico’s star archaeological site. Hotel pickup and round-trip transportation are included, along with delicious food and drinks. Simply take your two tours within 15 days of each other to enjoy this economical offer.

Combining a a cenote swim, zipline through the tree canopy, and a bungee swing in a single outing from Cancun or the Riviera Maya requires coordinating three separate activities and transport between them—this tour covers it all in one booking. Drinks and snacks are included, with hotel transfers handling the journey to and from the activity site.

Experience more of the Yucatan peninsula’s top attractions in less time on a 2.5-hour ATV adventure from Playa del Carmen. On your own personal ATV, you’ll stray from the beaten track and follow a route through jungles, beaches, and rural settlements. Descend to the subterranean caves of Rio Secreto Nature Reserve, swim in the crystal clear waters of a cenote, and stay refreshed with included water and soft drinks. This family-friendly tour comes with a choice of morning and afternoon departure.

Snorkel in the Mexican Caribbean while enjoying as many drinks as you want on this half-day sailing trip from Playa Langosta, Cancun, perfect for people looking for a fun way to party it up and get a bit of sunshine. Drink and eat to your heart's content onboard with an open bar and snacks, then spend free time exploring Isla Mujeres' before returning to the mainland.

Witness the vivid beauty of Las Coloradas, where the pink salt lakes glow in shifting shades from pale orange to deep fuchsia. This full-day tour includes a scenic boat ride through the Ría Lagartos Reserve, home to flamingos, crocodiles, and diverse wildlife. With hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and two meals included, enjoy a smooth and immersive experience. Note that lake colors may vary depending on the salt harvest season.

Take an unforgettable adventure through the La Venta River and behind the Aguacero Waterfall. Follow your experienced guide along the soft riverbed. Your endurance will be tested as you descend the seemingly endless steps (really, it’s less than 900) to the base of the falls. Go behind the cool water rushing past then hike through the warmth of the river current and revel in a memorable experience.

Experience two of the Riviera Maya’s natural highlights without planning separate excursions. Snorkel in Akumal’s Half Moon Bay in search of sea turtles, colorful fish, and coral reefs before swimming in the crystal-clear waters of Cenote Caracol, surrounded by dramatic stalactites and stalagmites. Combining both locations into one outing lets you experience the region's marine and underground landscapes in just half a day.

Combine visits to the Palenque archaeological site (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the waterfalls at Misolha and Agua Azul in a single tour from San Cristóbal de las Casas. Spend a few hours learning about Mayan culture at the important archaeological site with your guide, then move on to the waterfalls to cool off and take in the natural scenery. Breakfast, and round-trip hotel transportation included.

Discover the remote beauty of Mexico's Huatulco National Park during this boating excursion. Join a small group and board your vessel to explore several of the bays including Santa Cruz, Maguey, Cacaluta, and Chachacual. Stop at several locations to snorkel in the abundant reefs, relax on the pristine beaches, and observe the local wildlife.

Combine visits to Sumidero Canyon and the Magic Chiapa de Corzo on this adventure from San Cristobal de las Casas. With your guide pointing out the flora and fauna, take a boat ride through the canyon on the Grijalva River, admiring in the towering canyon walls around you. Stop next at the Magic Town (Pueblo Magico) of Chiapa de Corzo, where a walking tour will take you to the city's central fountain, formed of mudejar-style brickwork. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation included.

Witness the great monarch butterfly migration during your time in Morelia on this full-day tour. Alongside a private guide, head to the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary in either El Rosario or Sierra Chincua, depending on the weather conditions. Learn about the conservation efforts of the endangered insect and admire their beautiful wings.

Combine some of the most popular Chiapas highlights—Montebello Lakes National Park and the El Chiflon Waterfalls—on this full-day tour from Tuxtla Gutiérrez. Take in the multicolored lakes while learning about the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve's flora and fauna from your guide and get spectacular photo ops of one of Mexico's highest waterfalls. Round-trip transportation from Tuxtla Gutiérrez included.

The Yucatan peninsula is renowned for its beautiful cenotes—underground lakes formed in natural sinkholes. On this bike tour, venture deep into the wilderness, cycling along lush jungle trails and stopping to visit different cenotes. Learn about the meaning of the cenotes to the Mayan people, explore the subterranean caves with snorkels, and cool off with a swim. Refuel with an included lunch during this half-day excursion.

The Monarch Butterfly Tour Mexico offers a memorable experience in the UNESCO-listed Michoacan Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, where you’ll witness thousands of monarch butterflies in their natural habitat. The tour includes a gentle hike with breathtaking mountain views and a visit to Angangueo, a charming “Magic Town” known for its cobblestone streets, tiled-roof houses, and historic churches. Fully focused on sightseeing, the tour can be customized to your interests, ensuring a flexible and immersive exploration of Mexico’s wonders.

Explore Lagoon Nichupte while driving your own speedboat on this exciting and fun-filled excursion. Speedboats can seat two, three, or four passengers and a local guide and lifejackets are included. Cruise through the mangrove forests, see the hotel zone from the water, and stop at a beach that is only accessible by boat for a refreshing swim.

When you want to snorkel at Espíritu Santo Island, skip the tourist boats and cruise with a local fishing family and marine biologists, instead. Instead of listening to scripted information, hear island stories from the family’s own accounts, along with facts about the wildlife that abounds. Lunch, a Balandra photo stop, and snorkel breaks are included; just note that there’s no swimming near the sea lions during the June-August breeding season.

For this activity we go to the hotel and go to the Escobilla Ecotourism Center to visit a turtle camp, in this beautiful place we will be part of the turtle release, the guide will explain the importance of preserving the species of turtles that reach the beaches of the coast and the entire care process until they reach the sea and continue their life cycle.

Visit the Bacalar Lagoon on this full-day adventure tour from Cancun, and focus on the scenery instead of the logistics. After a pickup from Cancun, you’ll travel to the most photogenic locales of the Yucatán Peninsula, checking off Cenote Azul, Bacalar Lagoon, and Bacalar town through the day. In between stops to swim and cruise by pontoon, you’ll relax, take photos, and savor traditional food for breakfast and lunch.

Bacalar, about a 4-hour drive from Cancun, is the perfect place for nature and photography lovers, thanks to the beauty of the Bacalar Lagoon (the Lagoon of the Seven Colors). But you'll see more than just the lake on this comfortable tour: relax in the Cenote Azul, admire Isla Pajaros, revel in the views from the fort, and sail a boat along the Pirates' Channel. Your package includes breakfast, lunch and transfers.

Enjoy one of the hidden secrets of the Riviera Maya: Kaan Luum Lagoon, a spectacular natural setting decorated with mangroves; Its crystal clear turquoise blue waters await you to be explored. We will travel in the middle of the Tulum jungle where you will find two impressive Cenotes; Starting a refreshing swim in a spectacular semi-open cenote with crystalline waters, later explore a cavern cenote and observe the different stalactite formations. Live some of the ancient traditions of the Mayan culture. It includes an a la carte meal with delicious dishes of Mexican cuisine.

Immerse yourself in Mayan history when you explore the spectacular Coba ruins—and then cool off in picturesque cenotes—on this multi-part, private tour. With round-trip transit from your Riviera Maya hotel and all entry fees included, exploring is made hassle-free. Arrive at Coba early to beat the crowds and heat, and explore by bike or rickshaw. Then, extend the experience with two cenote swims and an authentic local lunch before returning to your hotel.