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Explore the Yucatan jungle's flooded sinkholes during this full-day small-group guided eco-adventure. Paddle through underground caverns on kayaks, snorkel in subterranean aquatic habitats, and float on inner tubes. Hear Mayan folktales about mythical guardians protecting these sacred waters. This tour includes snacks, a gourmet picnic lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off for your convenience.

Discover the essence of ancient Maya civilization on this full-day excursion to Coba and the Tulum ruins. Explore Tulum's ruins with a seasoned guide, tour Coba, a once-thriving Maya city deep in the rainforest, jump into a rejuvenating underground cenote, and experience vibrant Playa del Carmen. Your day includes an authentic Yucatecan buffet lunch and 2-way transfers from your Cancun or Playa del Carmen hotel, but excludes local site taxes.

This affordable tour covers two Tulum highlights in a day—the beachfront archaeological site and a cenote in the jungle. Start with a guided visit to the archaeological site, backed by the turquoise Caribbean, then snorkel and swim in the Nohoch Cenote (conservation fee applies). Roundtrip transportation from most centrally located hotels in Cancun and nearby areas is included for maximum ease.

Swim alongside whale sharks during this full-day shared excursion to Punta Sam from Cancun. Travel comfortably aboard an air-conditioned van, with front-door hotel pickup and drop-off, and set sail from a private marina. After your snorkeling adventure, you’ll enjoy freshly prepared ceviche and a visit to stunning Playa Norte beach in Isla Mujeres.

Visit the ancient Mayan city of Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a full-day tour from Playa del Carmen, then visit a cenote to swim in a water-carved cavern. See pyramids, ball courts, and temples that fuse Maya and Toltec design, and learn about the daily lives and beliefs of the ancient Mayan people in Chichen Itza. This full-day tour includes breakfast, lunch, entrance fees, and round-trip transport from your Playa del Carmen hotel.

Our experienced guide will show you the ancient sites of Tulum on this full-day tour. Witness the stunning archaeological sites of Tulum and Muyil, lead by a bilingual guide. Take beautiful photos, before we depart for the striking cenote Zacil-Ha. Swim in this hidden paradise, before we journey to the vibrant Playa del Carmen.

Travelers to the Yucatan Peninsula typically favor lounging on the beach, but with the rich Mayan history in the region, savvy travelers should prioritize a visit to the ancient ruins. On this private daylong adventure, explore the standout Maya ruins of Coba and learn about Mayan culture during a ceremony with a shaman. To round out your tour, take a dip in a traditional swimming hole, known as a cenote, and recharge with a lunch.

Swap the crowds and hassle of most typical group tours for a private and personalized experience of the Mayan ruins of Tulum. As well as exploring the archaeological zone with a guide who explains its history and significance, you have the opportunity to enjoy free time and, if you choose, visit some of the nearby cenotes.

Pack three of Cancun's top water sports—speedboat, Jet Ski and snorkeling—into one thrilling half-day session when you book this adventure combo package. Take the wheel of your 2-seater speedboat and race through the mangrove channels and Nichupte Lagoon; snorkel the seascapes and sunken sculptures of Punta Nizuc; then board a state-of-the-art Sea-Doo watercraft to explore the lagoon at your own pace. Please note: package excludes dock fees.

Bacalar boasts some of the Yucatan’s most stunning vistas. Skip the self-drive stress on this in-depth tour featuring hotel pickup and breakfast and lunch. Take a pontoon ride on Lago Bacalar (Lake of the Seven Colors); experience the Cenote Azul sinkhole and Cenote Cocalitos, a natural spa; pass through the Pirates’ Channel; and much more.

Explore the beautiful waterfront ruins of Tulum and swim in a cenote away from the crowds on this small-group guided tour from Playa del Carmen. Enjoy hotel pickup and explore the Tulum archaeological site with a guide explaining its significance. Afterwards, swim and snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of a cenote at Yax-Muul Park. Note that government fees and a conservation fee of 15 USD are not 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

Swap Cancun for the ancient city of Chichen Itza and colonial-era town of Valladolid–and take the guesswork out of getting there–on this full-day tour, which includes visits to two natural sinkholes, plus lunch and buffet meal. Take a dip in the crystal waters of Cenote Suytún and Cenote Ik Kil, learn about Mayan history at Chichen Itza, and explore Valladolid, a town you might otherwise have overlooked.

Combine a guided tour of the Mayan ruins at Tulum with a visit to the Casa Tortuga Cenote with this excursion. You'll start at Tulum, where you'll learn all about ancient Mayan culture from a professional expert. You’ll then head to Casa Tortuga Cenote, where you'll get the chance to go for a swim or even rent snorkeling equipment.

Combine ancient Maya temples with time to explore the jungle and coast on a full-day adventure tour from Cancun. Visit the Tulum Archeological Site, drive an ATV along forest trails, then discover a cenote and swim in an underground river. This adventure tour includes entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transport from your hotel in Cancun for a seamless day of adventurous sightseeing.

Experience the traditional Maya purification ritual of temazcal with a Maya shaman on a 6-hour cultural tour from Cancun that includes round-trip hotel transport, and dinner with a local family. Use a wood-fired steam bath, swim in a jungle cenote, and learn about daily life and heritage in a Maya community.

Customize this private Cancun sailing tour just for you and your group. Set sail around the bay for a relaxing day on the water, choose to go out fishing (the boat has two rods), or anchor on Isla Mujeres where time permits. If you opt for a longer tour or depart in the afternoon, you can even catch the sunset. Your package includes snacks and drinks, but excludes marina fees.

Enjoy a romantic dinner on a replica historic sailboat in Cancun—an evening of fine cuisine, dancing, and drinking with gorgeous views of the shoreline. While many dining experiences in Cancun offer buffet meals or limited menus of local cuisine, this one is customized to your preferences. And, its premium options range from rib eye steak to lobster and vegetarian meals.

Combine an adrenaline-fueled ride on a 4x4 dune buggy with cenote snorkeling with this tour. You'll head out into the jungle, where you'll pilot your own dune buggy over around 25 miles of jungle trail. You'll stop along the way to visit a cenote, where you'll have time to swim and snorkel before hopping back on your buggy.

Dive into the crystal-clear waters off Puerto Morelos and snorkel at the world's second-largest barrier reef with this small-group tour. With tranquil waters that are suitable for both beginner and seasoned snorkelers, snorkeling at the marine sanctuary of Puerto Morelos National Reef Park offers close-up views of colorful coral formations and diverse sea life, from graceful sea turtles to playful schools of tropical fish.

Cancun's street art sits across downtown walls and side streets that aren't on standard sightseeing routes, and walking past them without context misses what makes individual pieces stand out. This guided tour covers the city's street art scene with a local guide, including works from the Cancun edition of "Meeting of Styles," an international gathering of street artists held in cities worldwide.

Visit several major archaeological sites during one full-day tour—and enjoy a cenote swim and buffet lunch in between—on this day trip from Playa del Carmen or Tulum. Learn about ancient Mayan culture during a visit to the UNESCO-listed Chichen Itza, and explore a lesser-known attraction at the Ek Balam archaeological site (entry to the sites own expense). Together with a cenote swim and lunch, you'll enjoy a fully immersive day out.

Experience Cancun’s most scenic areas on two wheels, courtesy of this small-group guided Segway tour—which starts with a quick lesson so everyone knows the controls. Enjoy gorgeous lagoon views from Marina Kaybal, perhaps even with crocodiles or manatees, then wind your way through the pathways of the hotel zone, enjoying Caribbean and lagoon views. Finish by rolling around Puerto Cancun, with fun sidewalks and bridges as well as ocean vistas.

Explore the natural delights of the Yucatan on a coastal jungle tour from Cancun. You have the chance to drive a boat past lush mangroves, and you’ll visit Punta Nizuc Reef to go snorkeling and swimming among tropical fish and coral. Use of all equipment is included.