Top Playa del Carmen Outdoor Activities

Take an off-road romp in the jungle beyond Playa del Carmen on this half-day excursion. Drive or ride in a 2-person buggy, with 6-person options for families and people without driving licenses, and follow a guide into the jungle. Wash off the grime during a swim at an underground cenote and journey to an authentic Maya village. This small-group tour is limited to 14 passengers, ensuring you’ll receive personalized attention.

Make the most of your time in Cancun with this four-in-one half-day adventure tour. Ride ATVs through the terrain, soar across zip lines in the jungle, take a swim in a cenote, and try local tequila during a tasting. With round-trip transportation, safety gear, and snacks provided, you won't have to plan a thing.

Swim with sea turtles on Akumal Beach in Playa del Carmen—and avoid the hassle of logistical planning—with this private snorkeling adventure. You’ll be outfitted with snorkeling gear and led into a prime spot to see turtles right from the beach. Your personal guide helps you along the way and you can enjoy a relaxed time snorkeling and swimming on the beach.

Journey deep into the Riviera Maya on this guided jungle buggy tour from Playa del Carmen. Steer a 4x4 buggy for about 25 miles (40 kilometers) and admire the lush forest scenery during this thrilling drive. Make a stop for a refreshing swim and snorkel at a cenote, with a cave visit too. Hotel transport included.

Set sail along the magnificent coastline of the Riviera Maya aboard a luxury catamaran and gaze at the soft hues of sunset. Relax with a cocktail from the open bar while you're served snacks by an expert crew and captain. Hotel transport is provided from most hotels for this excursion.

Explore the Rio Secreto Nature Reserve near Playa del Carmen on this excursion, where you swim and wade in one of Mexico's most spectacular underground caves, then enjoy a buffet lunch. Upgrade to add transfers from select Cancun and Playa Mujeres hotels. You can also opt to add the Tulum ruins, Puerto Morelos, or the plus package featuring a bike ride, a rappel, and a walk in a dry cave.

PRIVATE TOUR: We do NOT mix groups. When you book a place, it will be solely for your family. THE GUIDE IS A PROFESSIONAL CERTIFIED IN DIVING (DIVEMASTER) AND GRADUATED IN BIOLOGY FROM THE AUTONOMOUS UNIVERSITY OF CAMPECHE. We are passionate about the sea. The service is personalized. It is as important to ensure the safety of you as it is to ensure the safety of the turtles. For us it is serious work to conserve species and abide by the regulations. This is an activity that guarantees you to observe green turtles within their natural habitat, remember that they are free animals and therefore wild. You will be advised in the use of snorkeling equipment, swimming skills are required. Akumal is a small community that gratefully welcomes its visitors. Akumal Bay is a SHRINE, a unique place in the world and is HOME to Turtles. This is a safe space for everyone. TO BOOK A GROUP UNDER 4 PEOPLE CONTACT MARINE LIFE AKUMAL MX DIRECTLY.

Swap the beach for the jungle, without the hassle of organizing logistics and activities yourself. This adrenaline-pumping tour to Puerto Morelos from Cancun combines ATV riding, zip lines, suspension bridges, horseback riding, a cenote swim, and a tequila tasting—all in just one activity-packed day.

Skip the hassle of coordinating multiple adventures with this all-in-one jungle experience from Cancun. Begin with a thrilling zipline circuit, tackle a rugged ATV track, ride a well-trained horse through the Mayan forest, and refresh in a cenote before enjoying a Mexican meal. With hotel pickup and transfers included, enjoy a seamless, adrenaline-filled day of adventure and relaxation.

Combine a visit to Tulum archaeological site with swimming and snorkeling during this full-day tour. First, tour Tulum’s famous coastal ruins with admission included. Then, snorkel among sea turtles in Turtle Bay and swim in a freshwater cenote. Hotel pickup, round-trip transportation, and a tasty lunch buffet with vegetarian and gluten-free options are included.

Immerse yourself in the jungle of Puerto Morelos on a fun excursion with convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cancun, Costa Mujeres and Riviera Maya to Playa del Carmen. The day's itinerary includes: horseback riding, ATV tour, zipline circuit, hanging bridge, spider web climbing, interactive cenote swim, lunch and refreshing drinks. • Mayan jungle tour on horses and ATVs • Interactive cenote swim with jumping platform • Lunch and refreshing drinks with rest area • Convenient round-trip transportation from your hotel

Swim with sea turtles in their natural habitat always in the company of one of our local guides you will have included all the snorkeling equipment for this activity •Beach entrance fee included •different times for you to choose the one of your comfort •locally guided activity for you and your group • Snorkeling equipment included • locker included

Set off into the warm Caribbean Sea on this half-day catamaran sailing adventure from Playa del Carmen. Your luxurious boat cruises along the Riviera Maya coastline, stopping at the Inah Reef — one of the best locations in the region for snorkeling. Try stand-up paddleboarding while you’re out there too. After your water activities, enjoy a gourmet lunch and an open bar, as well as attentive service from your crew. Hotel transport included.

Satisfy an appetite for adventure without having to rent a car on a full-day tour of Xplor Adventure Park that includes transfers from Cancun. Splash into subterranean rivers; paddle through caves filled with stalactites; glide over the jungle canopy on ziplines; and drive an amphibious vehicle on off-road trails. Feast on an all-you-can-eat buffet with refreshing beverages. This all-inclusive tour includes hotel pickup, entrance fees, and lunch.

Not all small-group scuba groups are as intimate as this one, where the max is just five guests, so you will have all sorts of interaction with the marine life in Playa del Carmen. Your instructor will be with you the entire time to keep you safe, and to help point out different species that you may miss if you were on your own.

Enjoy a day of Riviera Maya adventure at Xplor Park, with all-inclusive access to underground river trips, amphibious vehicle trails, and zip lines. Paddle, swim, drive, and soar as all equipment is provided, along with dressing rooms and secure lockers. Have the whole day to explore the park at your own pace, with a break to refuel with a lunch buffet, smoothies, and juice. Ideal for families and friends.

Visit Xplor Fuego park after nightfall without the hassle of renting on a car on this unique adventure that includes transfers from Cancun, Riviera Maya, or Playa del Carmen. Swim, drive, raft, and zipline through jungle paths and caves under the stars. Enjoy hotel pickup, skip the lines, and feast on a lavish all-you-can-eat buffet included with your admission.

Escape for the day to Xcaret, Mexico's ecological and archeology park located in Riviera Maya. On this full-day trip from Cancun to Xcaret, swim in a lagoon, snorkel in the clear aqua waters of the Caribbean, and discover a network of subterranean rivers. Watch for monkeys, birdlife, and butterflies as you stroll through the jungle and explore ancient Mayan archaeological sites. After sunset, enjoy folkloric entertainment highlighting Mayan culture.

Sail along the crystal-clear waters on this half-day sailing adventure to Isla Mujeres. Escape the crowds on land and admire Cancun’s Caribbean coastline from a fresh perspective as you sail. Get geared up and go snorkeling, then take a break to enjoy a gourmet lunch on board your catamaran. Stop at the island of Isla Mujeres, and visit must-see spots either on a guided tour or on your own.

Explore the waters around Tulum without the hassle of arranging multiple activities, equipment, or boat access on your own. This relaxed catamaran experience combines sailing, snorkeling, and light adventure in one seamless outing, with gear and guidance provided so you can simply enjoy the sea. With time to swim, paddle, and unwind onboard, it’s an easy way to experience marine life and coastal scenery in comfort.

Explore the mystic Mayan cenotes and vibrant underwater life at Yal-Ku Lagoon on an easy half-day trip from Playa del Carmen. Glide through stunning rock formations, swim in crystal-clear waters, and discover diverse marine species in a magical inlet. This unforgettable snorkeling adventure combines nature, culture, and adventure in one spectacular experience. Benefit from personalized attention from your guide and a less hurried atmosphere on a small-group tour.

Embark on the ultimate adventure from the Riviera Maya and Cancun, without having to book separate activities, with this thrilling experience that combines snorkeling in one of the world’s largest coral reefs, an exhilarating all-terrain vehicle (ATV) ride through the jungle, ziplining across treetops, and swimming in a secret cenote. Explore vibrant underwater worlds, discover unique wildlife, and enjoy adrenaline-pumping activities in the heart of the Caribbean jungle.

Unleash your inner daredevil while discovering Tulum’s Mayan jungle during this action-packed day tour with three exciting activities. Jolt along the forest floor without worrying about other road traffic on a dedicated ATV track before seeing the jungle from above during a thrilling ziplining adventure. You can’t visit this part of Mexico without swimming in a cenote, so you’ll be checking that off your travel to-do list too.