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Begin your ultimate Cancún adventure at El Rey Polo Club on the famous Ruta de los Cenotes. Ride through peaceful jungle trails on horseback — perfect for first-time riders and experienced equestrians alike. Next, conquer the Mayan jungle on ATVs at awarded Extreme Adventure Park. Race along rugged off-road trails guided by local experts, surrounded by authentic Yucatán wildlife. Soar above the jungle canopy on 3 thrilling zip-lines, test your balance on the skyboard activity & cool off in a breathtaking natural Mayan cenote with crystal-clear turquoise water. Enter by zip-line, cliff jump, or stairs — your choice! Finish with a traditional Mexican snack and tequila tasting before your return to your hotel. Perfect for families, couples & adventure seekers looking for the best combo outdoor tour from Cancún.

Spend a day aways from Cancun's beaches and bars and discover Chichen Itza, a key Mayan archaeological site, before the crowds arrive. Swim in a sacred cenote, part of the Mayan underground river system, and enjoy an included buffet meal before capping off your day with a stroll through Valladolid's colonial streets.

Why travelers love Casa Tortuga: - 5 cenotes in one visit instead of just one: sunny open-air pools and semi-open caverns, all in the same jungle park - No rush: after your 1.5-hour guided route, stay and swim until the park closes - Safe for the whole family: certified guides, life jackets for everyone, and strollers welcome - Real comfort: showers, changing rooms and rest areas included with every pass - Level up with the Río Tortuga water trail, a jungle zipline and a Mexican meal at Restaurante Carey (Silver and Golden Passes) Just 15 minutes from Tulum on the Cancún-Tulum highway. Choose your pass and spend the day in the jungle.

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.

Journey through the authentic flavors of Mexican cuisine. Taste ancestral recipes kept alive for generations. Try tacos made fresh by local artisans. Savor the delicious taste of famous mole. Meet next to Scotiabank for your first bites. Enjoy unique Mayan food to start your adventure. Pass by a popular local market. Stop for warm tamales full of history. Eat like locals do. Finish with a sweet dessert. Stroll through the cutest streets. Gain a better understanding of Mayan culture and Tulum.

The activity begins from the beach next to the El Paraíso beach club where our staff will welcome you. First, we do a quick check-in: we give you safety information and our staff will help you put on your life jacket. After check-in we help you board the boat and begin the walk to the reef. At the reef, our crew will hand you the snorkeling equipment and after you use it, we will be ready to enter the water to see the marine life. Then we will pass in front of the Mayan Ruins of Tulum to see the panoramic view of the emblematic castle. We finish the tour arriving back at the beach.

Explore Mayan grandeur on this 3-in-1 tour with free drinks on the bus and a boxed lunch to start the day. Visit Chichén Itzá and marvel at the Temple of Kukulcán, one of the New 7 Wonders of the Modern World. Enjoy a free Mexican lunch and cool off in a sacred cenote. Plus, discover the colonial charm of Valladolid. As you travel, take advantage of unlimited drinks and let our guides tell you the secrets of the ancient Mayan civilization.

Experience a unique experience in Tulum exploring the Mexican Caribbean from the sea. Enjoy panoramic views of Mayan ruins, snorkeling on reefs and encounters with sea turtles on a guided tour designed for travelers seeking nature and adventure.

Learn about the flavors and ingredients of Aztec, Mayan and Mexican cuisine on this intimate tour in a local’s home. Under the tutelage of your host, prepare a 3-course meal—guacamole, main, and dessert—along with homemade salsa and tortillas. You’ll also sample and learn the proper way to taste mezcal. Afterward, share the meal you’ve prepared with your hosts, new amigos, and drinks.

Set sail on the tranquil turquoise waters of Puerto Morelos aboard a luxury catamaran for an unforgettable half-day adventure. This experience offers a guided snorkeling session at a vibrant reef in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, where colorful marine life thrives. After exploring the underwater wonders, relax with a fresh lunch and enjoy an open bar while basking in the Caribbean sun. The professional bilingual crew ensures your comfort, making this a perfect outing for couples, families, or small groups looking for a touch of luxury amidst nature’s beauty.

Sail to Isla Mujeres from Cancun on a full-day adventure that features snorkeling, a spinnaker activity, and private beach club access. The double-hulled catamaran has more spacious decks than traditional sailboats, so you’ll have room to lounge while sipping unlimited national drinks from the open bar. Included beach club access at Isla Mujeres is a secure and clean alternative to public beaches—enjoy some seaside relaxation or explore downtown shops.

Visit the archaeological site at Chichen Itza and swim in the Saamal cenote (sinkhole) with this day tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, or Tulum. You'll also get the chance to stop for a sumptuous buffet lunch and visit the town of Valladolid for some shopping and sightseeing along the way.

Step out of the Tulum heat and into a hidden underground world. At Yaxmuul Cenote Park, 15 minutes north of Tulum, a local bilingual guide leads you to crystal-clear cenotes inside ancient limestone caves. Begin with a short Mayan copal ceremony, asking the guardians of the cenotes for permission to enter. It's optional, but almost everyone joins. Then comes the adrenaline: harness on, you rappel down a rock wall straight into a turquoise cenote. The park's trained team controls the rope and provides all the safety gear, so no experience is needed. On the guided cenote tour (about 1.5 hours), float beneath stalactites thousands of years old while your guide reveals why the Maya saw these caves as gateways to Xibalbá, the underworld. Admission, guide, rappel and life jackets included. Afterwards, stay until closing (9 AM to 4 PM). Most guests spend 2 to 3 hours. Perfect for couples, families and nature lovers looking for a real cenote adventure near Tulum.

Located in the Yum Balam Nature Reserve, Holbox Island is a little paradise that is worth visiting when you are in Cancun. Discover it by boat by booking this organized excursion, which includes transfers, packed lunch and lunch at an oceanside restaurant. Sail through the Yalahau lagoon; observe more than 100 different bird species on Isla Pajaros and take a golf cart tour of Holbox itself.

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve on a full-day trip from Tulum. Your guide points out the protected area’s immense biodiversity, including coastal and mangrove habitat teeming with marine life. Look out for the elusive manatee, see colonies of nesting birds at Ascension Bay, and more: ​​Weather permitting, you’ll snorkel on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Boat ride with lunch and free time in Punta Allen is included.

Experience a complete experience in Yucatan with this tour to Chichen Itza, one of the 7 new wonders of the world. Travel from your departure area in an air-conditioned unit accompanied by a certified guide, who will share the history, architecture and legacy of Mayan culture. During the tour you will visit Chichen Itza and you will know emblematic structures such as the Temple of Kukulkán and the Ball Game. Afterwards, you'll enjoy a dining experience in Kaua with a demonstration of regional Mayan cuisine and buffet lunch. The adventure continues at Cenote Nool Ha by Chichikan, where you can swim, wear a life jacket and enjoy the included zip line. Before returning, you will take a panoramic tour of Valladolid, one of the most representative magical towns in Yucatan. An ideal experience to combine history, culture, gastronomy, nature and tradition in one day.

Trade the crowded beaches of Cancun for the tranquil fishing town of Puerto Morelos on this half-day excursion. Embark on a snorkel tour to the National Reef Park of Puerto Morelos, part of one of the world's largest coral reefs, for a chance to admire vibrant coral and marine life up close in the calm, clear waters. Refuel with a meal at a private beach club before a short exploration of the town.

This small-group tour makes it easy for travelers in Tulum to explore a variety of cenotes in the countryside outside the beach town. Avoid the hassle of car rental or arranging your own transportation; the experience includes round-trip transfer from your Tulum hotel to three distinctive cenotes, along with all entrance fees. (Transfer from other locations is available for an additional fee.) A picnic lunch between stops provides fuel for the full-day adventure.

Visit the archaeological zone of Tulum, where the constructions rise next to the Caribbean Sea and white sand beaches, and then swim in the semi-open cenote Mariposa, located in Canamayte Cenote & Ecopark. This full-day shared excursion continues to Akumal, where you can swim with sea turtles in their natural habitat, surrounded by colorful fish and reefs in the bay. A certified bilingual guide will accompany you throughout the day, which includes three main stops. Before the activity in Akumal, you will have time to relax in the cenote.

Enter a surreal world on this trip to the Las Coloradas pink lake and Ría Lagartos biosphere reserve, where you’ll watch clouds of flamingos flocking to feed. Capture gorgeous photos by the lake and learn how salt is made, then enjoy a boat ride through the nature reserve, mud bath, and a lunch with dish choice at Los Negritos restaurant.

Preserve the memory of your Tulum vacation for the rest of your life with a private photoshoot for just you and your party. You'll have the choice of a variety of scenic locations to use as your backdrop, or have your photographer come straight to your hotel. This package includes 20 high-resolution images, with the option to purchase additional photos for an extra fee.

Discover Mexico's incredible marine life on this private half-day snorkeling adventure. Visit Akumal, where a guide shows you a place to look out for sea turtles in their natural habitat. To make the day as effortless as possible, snorkeling gear rental is included, so you can explore coral reefs and a cave cenote without having to worry about sourcing gear.

Have a blast while exploring Tulum’s rainforests on this action-packed half-day tour of Selva Maya Eco Adventure Park, which includes lunch and a drink. Zipline, snorkel, swim, climb, rappel, and more while being immersed in the natural wonders of the Riviera Maya, all under the supervision of safety-conscious guides. Snorkeling gear and most activities are included, but additional charges apply for all-terrain vehicle (ATV) rides.