Top Playa del Carmen Adventure Tours

Snorkel and swim in the Caribbean Sea and a freshwater cenote on a half-day tour from Cancun. Your guide first takes you to a snorkeling spot in the Caribbean to look for sea turtles and colorful tropical fish. Next, you continue into the rain forest to a nature park with an extensive underground river system. There you can swim in the crystal clear waters of the cenote for a quintessential experience in the Yucatan of Mexico. Includes snacks, guide, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Explore coral reefs, ancient history, and nature in the Riviera Maya on an combination tour that features some of the best of Yucatan in a single day. Snorkel through the coral reef in the Caribbean Sea, visit the Tulum archeological site, and swim in a cenote, then explore a limestone cave and take a jungle walk. This tour includes entrance fees, a buffet lunch, and door-to-door transport from hotels in Cancun or Playa del Carmen.

Journey deep into the Riviera Maya on this guided jungle buggy tour from Playa del Carmen. Steer a 4x4 buggy for about 18 miles and admire the lush forest scenery during this thrilling drive. Make a stop at a ranch for a refreshing swim and snorkel at a cenote. Hotel transport included.

Tulum's unreal swimming holes and snorkeling spots can be challenging to find without a guide. On this tour, a guide takes you to float through caverns and rock formations along the waters of an ancient cenote—a limestone sinkhole perfect for swimming. Afterward, head to Akumal Beach for snorkeling among sea turtles that call the beach home. Finish your morning with lunch and free time at a beach club hideaway.

Vist Xplor after nightfall on this 7-hour excursion from Cancun. When the sun goes down, the Yucatanean jungle comes alive with the sounds of wildlife. Swim, drive, raft and zipline your way though the park under the cover of darkness. Explore treetops, jungle paths and subterranean caves. Enjoy round-trip transportation hotels Riviera Maya, Cancun or Playa del Carmen.

Discover some of the Caribbean's bluest waters and whitest sands on this classic adventure to Isla Mujeres, tailored to value-conscious travelers. It includes most everything you need apart from dock fees: transfers (if option selected), certified guides, snorkeling, spinnaker flying, beach club access, open bar, catamaran cruise and Mexican buffet lunch. You'll even have free time to explore the island.

Combine a visit to Tulum archaeological site with a swimming and snorkeling excursion during this three-for-one, full-day combo tour. First, tour Tulum’s famous coastal ruins, with admission tickets included. Then, get an underwater peek at coral, tropical fish, and even sea turles during a snorkeling trip to Turtle Bay, followed by a swim in a freshwater cenote. Hotel pickup and a tasty lunch buffet are included.

Explore Xel-Ha Park, the Riviera Maya's stunning natural aquarium, on this all-day trip from Cancun. Relax on Xel Ha's hidden beach, swim in cenotes and lagoons, go snorkeling, and spelunk in caves. Watch out for wildlife like angelfish and iguanas. Xel-Ha is all-inclusive, so enjoy Mayan cuisine, seafood and burgers with your admission. This tour is family-friendly and includes round-trip transportation to Xel-Ha from Cancun.

Glide alongside whale sharks and then soak up the sun on Isla Mujeres on this guided day trip from Cancun. A speedboat takes you to a prime viewing location, where you slip on snorkel gear and hop into the water. Marvel at the gentle giants floating by. Then, relax on the white-sand shores of Isla Mujeres’ Playa Norte (North Beach). Lunch and hotel transport from Cancun and Playa del Carmen included.

Take an off-road romp in the jungle beyond Playa del Carmen on this half-day excursion. Drive or ride in a 2-person buggy and follow a guide first into scenic parts of the Playa del Carmen not frequented by tourists, before bouncing and bumping your way into the jungle. Wash off the grime during a swim at a gorgeous underground cenote and journey to an authentic Maya village. This small-group tour is limited to 14 passengers, ensuring you’ll receive personalized attention. Hotel transport is included on this family-friendly outing.

Adventure in the Mayan jungle on this tour. Puerto Morelos has unique ecology, and is the perfect setting for activities an adrenaline seeker will love. We’ll pick you up from your Cancun, Costa Mujeres or Riviera Maya hotel to the tour location where you can ATV, zip-line, ride horseback, climb, and cenote swim. Lunch and drinks are provided so you can rest and refresh after the action.

Feel the adrenaline buzz as the Caribbean Sea hisses below the hull of your speedboat. Race from the Nichupte Lagoon to Punta Nizuc, where the sea meets the fresh waters and underwater statues house coral to regrow the reef. Ride your speedboat solo or share with another adult, an adult and a child, or two children: Upgrade to add hotel transfers. Please note all packages exclude port tax.

Perfect for active travelers, this all-day guided tour includes an ATV ride, cenote swim, and ziplining. First, head out on an ATV (single and double passenger options are available) to an underground cenote for a swim. Then swing through the jungle on a zipline course. The tour ends with lunch at a Mayan restaurant.

Combine a visit to stunning Isla Mujeres with a fun-filled cruise on the Carribean Sea during this shared full-day excursion. Your boat comes equipped with an open bar with unlimited drinks, games and contests, and a tasty buffet-style lunch. Enjoy two snorkeling stops, with masks and equipment provided—Punta Sam Reef and Playa Norte—before free time to shop, stroll along the island, or take a swim in a private beach club.

Explore the Rio Secreto Nature Reserve outside of Cancun on this full-day excursion, where you swim and wade in one of the most spectacular underground caves in Mexico. See the famous crystal caves on a tour that showcases the spectacular natural wonders of the Yucatán. Choose round-trip transportation from your Cancun hotel, or meet your guide at Rio Secreto directly. You also have the option to visit the Tulum ruins which you can add as an upgrade.

If you want to have a fun day on the waters off Isla Mujeres, keeping costs down and making some new friends, then this is the tour for you. Everything will be taken care of for you, from hotel pickup and transfers to your catamaran, to snorkeling and spinnaker activities (weather permitting), to a lunch buffet and open bar. Just be ready to have a great day on the boat, exploring the water, and enjoying yourself.

Experience the top adrenaline sports of the Riviera Maya on a trip that combines off-roading, ziplining, rappelling, and snorkeling in a cenote. This fast-paced half-day adventure is perfect for thrill-seekers who just have one day in Tulum and want to see as much as possible. Plus, wrap up the outing with the chance to take part in a traditional temazcal (sauna-like) ceremony—a cultural experience not included on most adventure tours.

Hike, bike, and swim at the Río Secreto Nature Reserve. This adventure includes admission to Río Secreto Plus, which includes a light and sound show projected on the impressive geological formations inside the Salón de la Paz (Room of Peace). Snorkeling gear plus light refreshments, a buffet lunch, and round-trip hotel transport are provided from Cancun or the Riviera Maya.

Drive an all-terrain vehicle through the Maya jungle on a half-day adventure tour of Akumal. Select a single or double ATV and ride off the beaten path to lush jungles and go swimming in a crystal-clear cenote. Then, visit the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary to witness the program that helps rehabilitate and care for monkeys.

Visit the Bacalar Lagoon, sometimes known as the Lagoon of Seven Colors due to its colorful waters, on this tour departing from Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Playacar. You will have plenty of time to explore the waters of the lagoon. You can also eat à la carte at no additional charge.

Explore Holbox Island (Isla Holbox) and its neighboring islands on this full-day tour from Playa del Carmen. Tour the protected area to see wildlife, marine life, and the colorful boats and houses. On Pasion Island, watch migratory birds before returning to Holbox Beach for lunch and free time.

Explore Rio Secreto in Playa del Carmen, including additional access to new features with a Rio Secreto Plus admission ticket. Visit the new 'Dry Route', which includes a visit to the Salón de la Paz for a fantastic sound and light show and a 25-minute guided walk on the interpretive nature trails. Bike through the forest and go rappelling, then continue to Rio Secreto's natural underground rivers and impressive caves filled with unique rock formations. Fuel up with a buffet lunch and refreshing non-alcoholic beverages. Use of all equipment and transport from the welcome center are included.

Most excursions to the cenotes of the Riviera Maya entail the crowds of the big tour buses. This private tour offers an intimate and personalized experience for you and your companions. You will visit three cenotes in one day, where you will have the opportunity to swim and snorkel. Afterward, you'll enjoy a delicious included Mexican lunch at a local restaurant.

Discover the white sand beaches and turquoise waters of Holbox Island on a day trip from the Riviera Maya. Take a boat ride on a lagoon, explore the Yum Balam Nature Reserve, and enjoy a delicious lunch.