Top Tulum Private Sightseeing Tours - page 8

Great tour of 2 sites: Coba was much more active (choice to bike through the site and climb) and Tulum was beautiful. Super convenient and comfortable to be picked up from our hotel and the van was well stocked with snacks. Guide and driver were both very friendly, knowledgeable and patient with the pace of my family that spanned the ages of 10-75.

We absolutely loved this tour, it felt far less touristy than many others we did. While Chichen Itza is awe-inspiring, Cobá was our favourite ruins site. Set deep in the jungle, it has a completely different atmosphere. On arrival, we hired bikes and cycled through the jungle to reach the main pyramid. The climb to the top is manageable, and the views over the jungle are incredible. Being able to climb the pyramid made the experience even more special. We then cycled back, stopping at other ruins along the way where Joseline gave fantastic and informative talks. Afterwards, we headed to Punta Laguna. The reserve is quite remote, passing through smaller Mayan villages which were lovely to see. Once there, a guide took us to spot a family of spider monkeys in the jungle. We then hiked to a zip line and flew across the lake, followed by a peaceful canoe ride back. Next was a cenote well off the beaten path, surrounded by nature. It felt incredibly tranquil, we even shared the space with bats, terrapins, and catfish while swimming. It was a truly relaxing and unique experience. We finished with lunch hosted by a Mayan family, who prepared fresh and delicious food. It was a special experience to be welcomed into their space. Joseline was a fantastic guide, passionate, knowledgeable, and clearly enthusiastic about Mexican nature and Mayan culture. Manuel was an excellent driver, expertly navigating some very rough roads. We would wholeheartedly recommend this tour.

I had a really lovely experience at Riviera’s Kitchen and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Tulum. The class was small and intimate with only six people, which made it feel very relaxed and personal. The host was friendly, welcoming and very knowledgeable, and she explained everything clearly so it was easy to follow along. We made several delicious dishes together, starting with a really hearty soup made with corn, courgette and chicken broth. Then we prepared tacos with a pork filling and made a variety of fresh salsas, including avocado salsa and chilli salsa. We also made some cheesy empanada-style snacks which were really tasty. It was such a fun experience cooking together as a group and learning about the ingredients and techniques used in Mexican cooking. I feel like I could actually try making some of the dishes again at home. Overall it was a fantastic experience and I would give it five out of five. I highly recommend it if you’re looking for an authentic and enjoyable cooking class in Tulum.

Excellent Guide. He told us great stories as we toured the ruins. He had a great sense of humor. Provided us with water and allowed us to explore at our own pace. He even let us stop for gelato on the way back to our villa. Would highly recommend this tour to family and friends.

It is very fun. If you expect to eat a lot, you won’t, but that is not the point of the tour… you will get to sample different and delicious tacos as well as get a history and explanation of the differences. We were with Armando and he was such a delight! Very knowledgeable and entertaining.

My husband and I were very pleased with this tour. It is indeed private so it was only us with our guide Jorge. He picked us up on time and was very attentive to our needs. He didn’t rush us at all and was very knowledgeable about Mexican history. We promised to book this again when we return next year!

Our private tour of the Suytun, Oxman, and Xux Ha cenotes was truly unforgettable. Miguel was an amazing guide who taught us so much about the Yucatán and made the entire experience feel personal and special. At Oxman, we had the best time jumping into the warm water from the swing. It felt playful and fun, and we could have stayed there all day. Suytun was completely different, a social media favorite for a reason. The stone platform is even more beautiful in person and created the perfect backdrop for photos. After those two cenotes, we enjoyed a delicious lunch in Valladolid with fresh eggs, local chorizo, and café de olla. The third cenote was an incredible surprise, hidden in a deep, dark cave with stunning coral blue water. Inside, the soft waterfall made the whole space peaceful and calming. We swam, floated, and took in how beautiful and quiet the earth can be. I cannot wait to return with my entire family, and when we do, we will absolutely request Miguel again. Thank you Carey Tours!!

Excellent cave dive. I have never done that before. The water was beautiful blue and turquoise green. The dive guide was knowledgeable, he gave good advice, and helped when I had difficulty getting the right balance with my bc. He also pointed me to a good restaurant, place for mojitos, and another Cenote to explore. One recommendation I would give is to save the battery life on the camera. I was given the camera. Having a photographer would have been worth it. However, I ended up burning the battery life when the end of the second dive had the best scenery.