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Akumal: Akumal Monkey Sanctuary Tour

1. Akumal: Akumal Monkey Sanctuary Tour

Enjoy a fun and educational day out to a monkey sanctuary near Playa del Carmen, the only of its kind in Mexico that is authorized to operate an educational bonding program with primates. Spend the day exploring the sanctuary and its grounds, located in a tropical jungle. In the company of an experienced guide, meet over 200 animals including monkeys, that were orphaned, injured, abused, or unwanted pets. Learn more about the needs of each animal and their personal history and get educated on the existential threats to their ecosystem and communities.

Tulum Mayan Ruins & Cenote Cave Half-Day Tour

2. Tulum Mayan Ruins & Cenote Cave Half-Day Tour

The ancient walled city of Tulum sits atop a cliff overlooking the turquoise Mexican Caribbean Sea creating vistas that will take your breath away. Explore the Tulum Mayan ruins with an expert guide and discover why this is one of the most popular cultural attractions in the Riviera Maya. Head into the jungle and discover a magical oasis in a unique cenote swim in the Riviera Maya! Cenotes are natural limestone sinkholes full of mineral-rich freshwater, the perfect “swimming hole” to refresh and play and admire the stunning natural beauty of the jungle. A guided tour of the Tulum Mayan ruins and a jungle oasis cenote swim in the Riviera Maya plus round-trip transportation, beverages and a delicious local lunch included!

From Mayan Riviera/Tulum: Bacalar and Lagoon of 7 Colors

3. From Mayan Riviera/Tulum: Bacalar and Lagoon of 7 Colors

This Bacalar tour from Playa del Carmen immerses you in the natural beauty, culture, and history of a “Magic Town” of Mexico. Explore the charming village of Bacalar known for its famous Lagoon of Seven Colors and relax with lunch provided on the tour. With round-trip transportation and an expert guide, explore the lagoons and canals looking for pirate treasure and learning about the fascinating history of this place. Sail in a small boat with your guide who will introduce you to Bacalar's fascinating history dating back to the ancient Maya, the Spanish conquistadors, and the pirates of the Caribbean too. Cruise down Pirates Channel and listen to tales of days gone by. Swim in the natural beauty of Bacalar and immerse yourself in the Cocalitos and Esmeralda cenotes to refresh from the heat and take in the perfect day in paradise.

Riviera Maya: Kaan Luum and Cenote Tour with Reef Snorkeling

4. Riviera Maya: Kaan Luum and Cenote Tour with Reef Snorkeling

Discover the beauty of the underwater world in Riviera Maya, and explore two of the world's largest reefs. Visit Kaan Luum, a lagoon of many blue colors, and see a cave cenote with a local guide. Enjoy a complimentary lunch and an experience immersed in nature on this snorkeling tour. Be picked up from your pickup point and travel to the starting point to get ready to enjoy this interesting snorkeling experience. Observe a great diversity of fish of different colors, and snorkel in one of the world's largest coral reefs. Discover one of the world's unique natural wonders and visit a cave cenote, and admire the beauty of these natural formations that Mayans believed to be sacred. Stop at the Bacalar Lagoon, and admire its beautiful turquoise waters. Enjoy an included lunch while on the tour to top off an incredible day immersed in the nature of Riviera Maya. Return to your pickup point at the end of the tour with provided transportation.

From Playa del Carmen: Whale Shark Tour

5. From Playa del Carmen: Whale Shark Tour

Get picked up from any hotel in Tulum, Akumal or Playa del Carmen. Get the ultimate adrenaline thrill in the Mexican Caribbean on a 6-hour whale shark snorkel tour. Swim and snorkel with the gentle giants in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea. Following pick-up, you'll be transferred to the marina to board a boat. Enjoy complimentary food and beverages on the way to the snorkel site, where you will put on your snorkeling gear and get a safety briefing on what to expect in the sea. Jump into the ocean to snorkel with the world’s biggest fish as you come face-to-face with the whale sharks. Some adult specimens can measure up to 13 meters in length, though accounts of individuals of up to 18 meters have been recorded. Swim with the whale sharks for about 2 hours for a truly unique experience. Then, go to Playa Norte on Isla Mujeres to enjoy a delicious lunch. Board your boat for the return transfer to the marina, where a vehicle will be waiting to take you back to your hotel. Note, that the whale shark encounter is a safe activity, and available from May to September.

Tulum Mayan Ruins, Cenote Cave and Snorkeling with turtles

6. Tulum Mayan Ruins, Cenote Cave and Snorkeling with turtles

The ancient walled city of Tulum sits atop a cliff overlooking the turquoise Mexican Caribbean Sea creating vistas that will take your breath away. Explore the Tulum Mayan ruins with an expert guide and discover why this is one of the most popular cultural attractions in the Riviera Maya. Dive into the natural habitat of sea turtles with a once in a lifetime adventure in Akumal. This calm bay in the Riviera Maya is home to sea turtles who come to graze on the seagrass giving you an opportunity to snorkel alongside them in an extraordinary natural encounter. Head into the jungle and discover a magical oasis in a unique cenote swim in the Riviera Maya! Cenotes are natural limestone sinkholes full of mineral-rich freshwater, the perfect “swimming hole” to refresh and play and admire the stunning natural beauty of the jungle. A guided tour of the Tulum Mayan ruins, swimming with sea turtles in Akumal and a jungle oasis cenote swim in the Riviera Maya plus round-trip transportation, beverages and a delicious local lunch included!

Cancun: Go City Explorer Pass for 3 to 10 Attractions

7. Cancun: Go City Explorer Pass for 3 to 10 Attractions

Choose 3, 4, 5, 7, or 10 Cancun attractions to explore with a digital pass. Visit them at your own pace within 60 days. Tick a few firm favorites off your bucket list and save up to 55% compared to buying separate attraction tickets. Embark on an adventure at Royal Garrafon Park in Isla Mujeres, enjoy a romantic dinner cruise, snorkel around reefs, or explore the Mayan ruins at Chichen Itzá or Tulum. Included attractions and tours to choose from with your Explorer Pass: • Columbus Romantic Dinner Cruise with Steak or Vegetarian Food • Parasailing Adventure in Cancun • La Gran Rueda Cancun "The Wheel" • Reef, Turtle, and Shipwreck Snorkeling Tour • Royal Garrafon Natural Reef Park Adventure in Isla Mujeres • Dancer Cruise Cancun with Snorkeling • Ventura Pass at Ventura Park • Tulum Express Tour with Hotel Pickup • Relaxing Massage by Adore MediSpa Cancun • Extreme Adventure Puerto Morelos Snorkel • 'Glow on the Go' Facial by Adore MediSpa Cancun • Photo Session on the Beach • Textures of Mexico: Cancun Street Food & Art plus Local Market Day Tour • Isla Mujeres Discovery Sail • Albatros Sailing "Plus" Package (Luxury Catamaran Tours) • Coba and Cenote Swim with Lunch Tour • Flowrider "Ride the Wave" Experience at Aquaworld • Dolphin Encounter with Lunch and Maroma Beach Club Access • Colors of Mexico Taco Tour and Local Beer Tasting • Shopping Tour in Playa del Carmen • Dolphin Encounter at Akumal • Shopping Tour in Cancun • $20 Included Credit for Drinks at Fred's House • Paradise SubSee Excursion at Paraiso Nizuc • Open Bar at Congo Bar Cancun • Snorkeling in Musa Nizuc plus Subsee Experience • Jungle Maya Native Park Tour with Lunch and Hotel Pickup • Underwater Museum Snorkel at Paraiso Nizuc • Emotions Native Park Tour with Lunch and Hotel Pickup • AquaTwister Speedboat Thrill Ride at AquaWorld • 30 Minute Waverunner Rental Lagoonside • Snorkel Native Park Tour with Food & Drinks • Sunrise Wildlife Stand-Up Paddleboard or Kayak Tour • Emotions Jungle Night Tour with Dinner and Hotel Pickup • Frida Kahlo Museum Riviera Maya • Moonlight Bioluminescence Snorkeling Tour • Jungle Tour Speedboat plus Aquabounce Tour • Aquabounce • Aquarium Trek & Cancun Interactive Aquarium • Chichen Itza & Valladolid Roundtrip Transportation Check the included digital guide for the most up-to-date list of attractions and instructions on how to access each attraction with your pass.

Sprinter Limousine - Cancun Airport Transportation

8. Sprinter Limousine - Cancun Airport Transportation

During your visit to Cancun travel from the airport to your hotel with style in a Mercedes Benz Limousine. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion, traveling for business or just want to pamper yourself, this is the way to go! At your arrival to Cancun International Airport a bilingual chauffeur will await you and take you directly to your hotel. Enjoy wonderful amenities like fresh towelettes to freshen up upon arrival, a rose for lady passengers, a free international cell phone service and a bottle of sparkling wine. With a capacity of up to 6 passengers, this luxury Mercedes Benz Limousine will take you to your destination with elegance and comfort. Let a professional bilingual chauffeur escort you and drive you to your hotel. Pricing is determined by zone. Select the correct hotel zone when booking: ZONE 1: Cancun Downtown and Hotel Zone ZONE 2: Isla Mujeres Pier ZONE 3: Puerto Morelos ZONE 4: Playa del Carmen ZONE 5: Puerto Aventura ZONE 6: Tulum/Akumal

From Riviera Maya: Day Tour to Contoy and Isla Mujeres

9. From Riviera Maya: Day Tour to Contoy and Isla Mujeres

Enjoy a day of visiting two stunning beach destinations departing from the Riviera Maya. These islands will make for great photo opportunities and a perfect Caribbean tan. First, you'll travel to Isla Contoy, a natural national park known to be a paradise and a sanctuary for migratory and native birds. Here, you’ll discover the diverse flora and fauna that calls this place home. Its dreamy beaches and the turquoise blue of the sea surround it, with a view to never forget. Afterward, you will head just a few kilometers off Isla Contoy, where you will snorkel at the tip of the second-largest barrier reef in the world. Lastly, you'll visit Isla Mujeres, an amazing island renowned for the charm of its beautiful beaches and its crafts market.

Holbox Island: Full Day Trip with Lunch and Pick-up Options

10. Holbox Island: Full Day Trip with Lunch and Pick-up Options

Cruise to Holbox Island on this day trip with hotel pickup from select Riviera Maya locations. Uncover the rich biodiversity of the Yum Balam Nature Reserve on a boat tour with a local fisherman. Visit Isla Pasion and search for local wildlife, and enjoy a meal at a local restaurant. Be picked up from the comfort of your accommodation or meeting point in Riviera Maya. Take in the views on the transfer in an air-conditioned van. Arrive at the port of Chiquila and board a private boat with a local fisherman. Navigate through the Yum Balam Nature Reserve where over 300 different species of birds live freely. Look for whitehead eagles, cormorants, flamingos, and ducks as you cross a lagoon to Isla Pasion. Head to the main harbor on Holbox island and enjoy a mini tour. Fill up with some mouth-watering local fare at a restaurant. Sip on a soft drink or water with your meal. Have some free time to explore the fishing village or chill out at the beach before returning to your accommodation.

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based on 316 reviews

Excellent tour. Very well organized. Our guide, Gabriel was very interactive, informative, and did what he was there to do: guide! Worth every penny! However, the buffet lunch was mediocre, had limited options. But I did enjoy the warm corn tortillas though!

We had a great time. Turtles and rays were there. Very nice memories, the impeccable organization, very pleasant small group, our guide was attentive and showed kindness, we thank him by the way….. You can go there with your eyes closed!

1000% recommended, our guide Carlos, super friendly and good, as well as the entire OT team, everything was perfectly planned and on time. We really enjoyed each activity and we all love it

Amazing tour guides and both the underground Cenote and the K’aan Laguna were incredible! Speechless!

well organized, car was there with sign and had the same driver on return. great experience.