Xel-Ha Archaeological Site, Tulum

Xel-Ha Archaeological Site, Tulum: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Cancun: Day Trip to Tulum, Cenote & Playa del Carmen

From Cancun: Day Trip to Tulum, Cenote & Playa del Carmen

Explore the archaeological ruins of Tulum with an experienced guide, plunge into a refreshing cenote hidden by the jungle canopy, and check out the hip shops and stylish boutiques in Playa del Carmen on this full-day excursion. Be picked up at your hotel and relax on the way to site of Tulum's weather-worn ruins that are perched above the sandy shores of the Caribbean. Let your guide take care of the admission fees and head inside to uncover the secrets of the ancient Maya. Stroll between temples, palaces, and fortresses that have stood for hundreds of years. Slip down to the beach for some leisure time on the sand. Continue on to the Mariposa cenote, where dappled sunlight illuminates a freshwater pool in the middle of the jungle. Take a dip to cool off, enjoy a tasty buffet lunch on site, and then take a ride to wrap up your day among the bustling activity of Playa del Carmen.

From Tulum: Tulum Ruins and 2 Cenotes Tour

From Tulum: Tulum Ruins and 2 Cenotes Tour

Set off on an excursion to Tulum, a picturesque, must-see Maya site located next to the turquoise sea. Check out the soaring pyramid, solemn temples, and relaxing beaches before you head over to Cenote Mariposa for a swim in the aquamarine waters. Be picked up from your hotel, and make your way to the Tulum archaeological zone on the picturesque Caribbean coast. Embark on a comprehensive guided walk before enjoying some free time to explore the ancient solar observatory in the Temple of the Frescoes and the seaside Temple of the God of Wind. Snap once-in-a-lifetime photos of the Pyramid El Castillo and pristine white-sand beaches. Stop at Cenote Mariposa and dive on your way back to modern civilization. Immerse yourself in the cave's crystal-clear waters, the perfect place for a refreshing dip on a warm day. Look up to admire the lush jungle canopy as you swim, and try to spot the wildlife that lives among the branches.

Cancun: Tulum & Coba with Cenote, Cave Snorkeling and Lunch

Cancun: Tulum & Coba with Cenote, Cave Snorkeling and Lunch

Discover the natural and archeological treasures of Riviera Maya on this guided day trip. Choose your ideal starting point and see the historical hotspots of Tulum and Coba. Picture Tulum’s origins as a major port as you take in the majestic ruins and vast views of the Caribbean Sea. Follow the guide around the place while learning about the history and importance of this city. Relax with the sound of gentle waves and the feeling of the sun on your skin. Before leaving Tulum, delight your taste buds by participating in a chocolate tasting. Then, head to Coba, home to Nohoch Mul, the highest pyramid of the Yucatan Peninsula. Listen to how people lived in this city and be mesmerized by the ancient ways of living in the region, also, understand the city's role in Mexico's history. Before leaving the place, take part in a tequila tasting to live the Mexican culture fully. After exploring the ancient ruins of Tulum and Coba, get ready for an unforgettable experience by venturing into a mystical cenote. Here, it is not just about enjoying a refreshing swim but experiencing a unique snorkeling adventure. Explore the submerged caverns while witnessing a unique connection to the hidden beauty of the underground world, transforming the swim into a magical journey through time and nature! Top this experience off with a buffet lunch, full of traditional and tasty foods. For sure this is an experience that provides unique sensations, where history, adventure, and gastronomy offer the perfect blend!

From Cancun: Coba, Tulum & Mayan Traditions Guided Tour

From Cancun: Coba, Tulum & Mayan Traditions Guided Tour

Explore Tulum, the legendary walled city by the sea that has a privileged view of the Caribbean. Continue to the crystalline and rejuvenating waters of an open cenote, where a journey through Mayan traditions awaits you. Learn about the Mayan legacies of Honey and Cocoa. Receive the blessing of an authentic shaman who will give you one of his noble inheritances at a Mayan ceremony. Savor the best of regional cuisine to renew your strength. Then, travel to the legendary Coba to visit the base of the highest pyramid on the peninsula and appreciate the view.

Tulum: Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

Tulum: Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

Pre-book an entry ticket to the archaeological site of the Mayan city of Tulum and enjoy skip-the-line privileges. Discover the numerous records of the past depicted in murals and other works found in the buildings of this historic city. Start with a streamlined entry process by simply exchanging the voucher for a ticket at a designated location near the site's entrance. Then, start exploring all the wonders of Tulum at your own pace. Enjoy also access to Jaguar Park, a huge park that promotes the care of nature, through cultural, recreational, and tourist attractions with low environmental impact, like hiking (Remains Routes), viewpoint, bird watching towers, cultural lighthouse, beach, and Museum access. Step into the past while exploring the Tulum city ruins. Immerse in Tulum National Park’s extension of 664 hectares filled with a great variety of flora and fauna characteristic of the region. Snap photos of scenic views to remember this awesome visit.

Tulum: Ruins, Cenote and Turtle Snorkel Day Trip with Lunch

Tulum: Ruins, Cenote and Turtle Snorkel Day Trip with Lunch

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!

From Cancun: Xel-Há All-Inclusive Park

From Cancun: Xel-Há All-Inclusive Park

On this excursion from Cancun, you will enjoy a complete experience visiting the archaeological and ecological site of Xel-Há in a single day. We will pick you up at your hotel in Cancun (optional) and take you by bus to the archaeological site of Tulum, where you will explore the ancient walled Mayan city. You'll see the impressive "Castle," built on a hill with spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea, and other key points such as the Temple of the Descending God. Your Spanish tour guide will explain the history and functions of these buildings, including their role as a lighthouse for sailors. Afterwards, we'll head to Xel-Há, an ecological park where nature and fun combine perfectly. Here you can enjoy more than 20 water activities, such as snorkeling in cenotes and zip-lining over lagoons. In addition, you will have unlimited access to buffets of traditional Mexican and international food, as well as drinks and an open bar with domestic alcoholic beverages. The use of bicycles, hammocks, floats, and life jackets is also included. The tour provides all the equipment you need for activities such as snorkeling and tubing. However, please note that some activities such as swimming with dolphins and meeting manatees have an additional cost. The tour lasts approximately 9 hours and is conducted with a Spanish-speaking tour guide. Round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cancun is included (if you select the corresponding option). At the end of the day, you will return to your hotel with memories of a day full of nature and fun. Live the experience to the fullest by choosing the option with transportation included!

From Riviera Maya: Xel-Há All-Inclusive Park

From Riviera Maya: Xel-Há All-Inclusive Park

On this excursion from Cancun, you will enjoy a complete experience visiting the archaeological and ecological site of Xel-Há in a single day. We will pick you up at your hotel in Cancun (optional) and take you by bus to the archaeological site of Tulum, where you will explore the ancient walled Mayan city. You'll see the impressive "Castle," built on a hill with spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea, and other key points such as the Temple of the Descending God. Your Spanish tour guide will explain the history and functions of these buildings, including their role as a lighthouse for sailors. Afterwards, we'll head to Xel-Há, an ecological park where nature and fun combine perfectly. Here you can enjoy more than 20 water activities, such as snorkeling in cenotes and zip-lining over lagoons. In addition, you will have unlimited access to buffets of traditional Mexican and international food, as well as drinks and an open bar with domestic alcoholic beverages. The use of bicycles, hammocks, floats, and life jackets is also included. The tour provides all the equipment you need for activities such as snorkeling and tubing. However, please note that some activities such as swimming with dolphins and encountering manatees have an additional cost. The tour lasts approximately 9 hours and is conducted with a Spanish-speaking tour guide. Round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cancun is included (depending on the option you choose). At the end of the day, you will return to your hotel with memories of a day full of nature and fun. Live the experience to the fullest by choosing the option with transportation included!

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Xel-Ha Archaeological Site, Tulum: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Cancun: Day Trip to Tulum, Cenote & Playa del Carmen

From Cancun: Day Trip to Tulum, Cenote & Playa del Carmen

Explore the archaeological ruins of Tulum with an experienced guide, plunge into a refreshing cenote hidden by the jungle canopy, and check out the hip shops and stylish boutiques in Playa del Carmen on this full-day excursion. Be picked up at your hotel and relax on the way to site of Tulum's weather-worn ruins that are perched above the sandy shores of the Caribbean. Let your guide take care of the admission fees and head inside to uncover the secrets of the ancient Maya. Stroll between temples, palaces, and fortresses that have stood for hundreds of years. Slip down to the beach for some leisure time on the sand. Continue on to the Mariposa cenote, where dappled sunlight illuminates a freshwater pool in the middle of the jungle. Take a dip to cool off, enjoy a tasty buffet lunch on site, and then take a ride to wrap up your day among the bustling activity of Playa del Carmen.

From Tulum: Tulum Ruins and 2 Cenotes Tour

From Tulum: Tulum Ruins and 2 Cenotes Tour

Set off on an excursion to Tulum, a picturesque, must-see Maya site located next to the turquoise sea. Check out the soaring pyramid, solemn temples, and relaxing beaches before you head over to Cenote Mariposa for a swim in the aquamarine waters. Be picked up from your hotel, and make your way to the Tulum archaeological zone on the picturesque Caribbean coast. Embark on a comprehensive guided walk before enjoying some free time to explore the ancient solar observatory in the Temple of the Frescoes and the seaside Temple of the God of Wind. Snap once-in-a-lifetime photos of the Pyramid El Castillo and pristine white-sand beaches. Stop at Cenote Mariposa and dive on your way back to modern civilization. Immerse yourself in the cave's crystal-clear waters, the perfect place for a refreshing dip on a warm day. Look up to admire the lush jungle canopy as you swim, and try to spot the wildlife that lives among the branches.

Cancun: Tulum & Coba with Cenote, Cave Snorkeling and Lunch

Cancun: Tulum & Coba with Cenote, Cave Snorkeling and Lunch

Discover the natural and archeological treasures of Riviera Maya on this guided day trip. Choose your ideal starting point and see the historical hotspots of Tulum and Coba. Picture Tulum’s origins as a major port as you take in the majestic ruins and vast views of the Caribbean Sea. Follow the guide around the place while learning about the history and importance of this city. Relax with the sound of gentle waves and the feeling of the sun on your skin. Before leaving Tulum, delight your taste buds by participating in a chocolate tasting. Then, head to Coba, home to Nohoch Mul, the highest pyramid of the Yucatan Peninsula. Listen to how people lived in this city and be mesmerized by the ancient ways of living in the region, also, understand the city's role in Mexico's history. Before leaving the place, take part in a tequila tasting to live the Mexican culture fully. After exploring the ancient ruins of Tulum and Coba, get ready for an unforgettable experience by venturing into a mystical cenote. Here, it is not just about enjoying a refreshing swim but experiencing a unique snorkeling adventure. Explore the submerged caverns while witnessing a unique connection to the hidden beauty of the underground world, transforming the swim into a magical journey through time and nature! Top this experience off with a buffet lunch, full of traditional and tasty foods. For sure this is an experience that provides unique sensations, where history, adventure, and gastronomy offer the perfect blend!

From Cancun: Coba, Tulum & Mayan Traditions Guided Tour

From Cancun: Coba, Tulum & Mayan Traditions Guided Tour

Explore Tulum, the legendary walled city by the sea that has a privileged view of the Caribbean. Continue to the crystalline and rejuvenating waters of an open cenote, where a journey through Mayan traditions awaits you. Learn about the Mayan legacies of Honey and Cocoa. Receive the blessing of an authentic shaman who will give you one of his noble inheritances at a Mayan ceremony. Savor the best of regional cuisine to renew your strength. Then, travel to the legendary Coba to visit the base of the highest pyramid on the peninsula and appreciate the view.

Tulum: Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

Tulum: Skip-the-Line Entrance Ticket

Pre-book an entry ticket to the archaeological site of the Mayan city of Tulum and enjoy skip-the-line privileges. Discover the numerous records of the past depicted in murals and other works found in the buildings of this historic city. Start with a streamlined entry process by simply exchanging the voucher for a ticket at a designated location near the site's entrance. Then, start exploring all the wonders of Tulum at your own pace. Enjoy also access to Jaguar Park, a huge park that promotes the care of nature, through cultural, recreational, and tourist attractions with low environmental impact, like hiking (Remains Routes), viewpoint, bird watching towers, cultural lighthouse, beach, and Museum access. Step into the past while exploring the Tulum city ruins. Immerse in Tulum National Park’s extension of 664 hectares filled with a great variety of flora and fauna characteristic of the region. Snap photos of scenic views to remember this awesome visit.

Tulum: Ruins, Cenote and Turtle Snorkel Day Trip with Lunch

Tulum: Ruins, Cenote and Turtle Snorkel Day Trip with Lunch

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!

From Cancun: Xel-Há All-Inclusive Park

From Cancun: Xel-Há All-Inclusive Park

On this excursion from Cancun, you will enjoy a complete experience visiting the archaeological and ecological site of Xel-Há in a single day. We will pick you up at your hotel in Cancun (optional) and take you by bus to the archaeological site of Tulum, where you will explore the ancient walled Mayan city. You'll see the impressive "Castle," built on a hill with spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea, and other key points such as the Temple of the Descending God. Your Spanish tour guide will explain the history and functions of these buildings, including their role as a lighthouse for sailors. Afterwards, we'll head to Xel-Há, an ecological park where nature and fun combine perfectly. Here you can enjoy more than 20 water activities, such as snorkeling in cenotes and zip-lining over lagoons. In addition, you will have unlimited access to buffets of traditional Mexican and international food, as well as drinks and an open bar with domestic alcoholic beverages. The use of bicycles, hammocks, floats, and life jackets is also included. The tour provides all the equipment you need for activities such as snorkeling and tubing. However, please note that some activities such as swimming with dolphins and meeting manatees have an additional cost. The tour lasts approximately 9 hours and is conducted with a Spanish-speaking tour guide. Round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cancun is included (if you select the corresponding option). At the end of the day, you will return to your hotel with memories of a day full of nature and fun. Live the experience to the fullest by choosing the option with transportation included!

From Riviera Maya: Xel-Há All-Inclusive Park

From Riviera Maya: Xel-Há All-Inclusive Park

On this excursion from Cancun, you will enjoy a complete experience visiting the archaeological and ecological site of Xel-Há in a single day. We will pick you up at your hotel in Cancun (optional) and take you by bus to the archaeological site of Tulum, where you will explore the ancient walled Mayan city. You'll see the impressive "Castle," built on a hill with spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea, and other key points such as the Temple of the Descending God. Your Spanish tour guide will explain the history and functions of these buildings, including their role as a lighthouse for sailors. Afterwards, we'll head to Xel-Há, an ecological park where nature and fun combine perfectly. Here you can enjoy more than 20 water activities, such as snorkeling in cenotes and zip-lining over lagoons. In addition, you will have unlimited access to buffets of traditional Mexican and international food, as well as drinks and an open bar with domestic alcoholic beverages. The use of bicycles, hammocks, floats, and life jackets is also included. The tour provides all the equipment you need for activities such as snorkeling and tubing. However, please note that some activities such as swimming with dolphins and encountering manatees have an additional cost. The tour lasts approximately 9 hours and is conducted with a Spanish-speaking tour guide. Round-trip transportation from your hotel in Cancun is included (depending on the option you choose). At the end of the day, you will return to your hotel with memories of a day full of nature and fun. Live the experience to the fullest by choosing the option with transportation included!

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What people are saying about Xel-Ha Archaeological Site, Tulum

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5 out of 5 stars

a well organized itinerary with a friendly and very professional guide... incredible places and a spectacular jungle... a day to remember in your heart

5 out of 5 stars

Walking through ancient ruins, trekking in the jungle, and diving into a mystical cenote? This was the adventure I always dreamed of!

5 out of 5 stars

great....when the experience is better than what we expected...top day....so much so that I made a second trip to Tulum...

5 out of 5 stars

We took our kids, and they had a blast. Climbing Coba was a great challenge, and swimming in the cenote was a fun reward.

5 out of 5 stars

From the moment we were picked up, everything was seamless. So many different experiences in one day—worth every penny!