Top Tulum Classes & Workshops

Learn about the flavors and ingredients of Aztec, Mayan and Mexican cuisine on this intimate tour in a local’s home. Under the tutelage of your host, prepare a 3-course meal—soup, main, and dessert—along with homemade salsa and tortillas. You’ll also sample and learn the proper way to taste mezcal. Afterward, share the meal you’ve prepared with your hosts and new amigos.

Meet Antonio at his home and start your authentic Mayan food experience with guacamole and sikil paak (tomato-pumpkin seed salsa) while Antonio describes the menu. Next join him in the kitchen to learn to cook a traditional Mayan meal from recipes he learned from his mother and has perfected working as a food professional. Your hands-on cooking class will last about 2 hours and you will learn to cook 3 dishes including a soup, ceviche and main course. For soup, you may learn to make sopa de lima (chicken and lime soup) or crema de calabasa yucateca (creamy Mayan squash soup served in a squash bowl). For the main, you might cook pescado tikin-xic (Mayan fish steamed in banana leaves) and served with a side vegetable. Antonio enjoys creating traditional Mayan dishes with a creative personal touch. Antonio may have a sous chef join to help with prep and clean up. You will also visit a local market store to learn about regional ingredients such as naranja agria and the variety of chilies.

It’s possible to teach yourself to surf, but this can be a dangerous sport, and it’s safer and much, much quicker to learn the basics from a professionall. Get started on your Tulum surfing journey at a water sports center with outdoor gym. In a group no larger than 10, learn the basics of technique, surf etiquette, and safety, with professional instructors to mentor you through every precious wave.

A great tour for nature and art lovers, this tour takes you to two snorkeling spots around Cancun. The first offers a chance to view a variety of sea life and tropical fish, while the second is a collection of 500 man-made sculptures known as the Cancun Underwater Museum. Later, enjoy a buffet lunch and free time on Isla Mujeres before the sail back to Cancun.

Do something different on your holiday and book a yoga class at a private lagoon. You get to do yoga in a new way with an amazing stand-up paddle experience. The tour guide will take you to the private lagoon, 20 minutes away from Tulum. A professionally certified yoga instructor will help you enjoy the 75-minute experience. Then, you can explore the surroundings, sip drinks, detox juice, and do other activities on your own.

Avoid the hassle of arranging a taxi or shuttle after arriving at Cancun's airport by pre-booking a private transfer for just you and your party. You can choose from either a one-way transfer or book a round-trip package for added convenience. Vehicles for parties of up to eight passengers are available.

Explore the structures of Muyil, a Maya archaeological site amid the mangroves of Sian Ka'an, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This excursion from Tulum takes you to the former trading post along an interpretive nature trail before a boat ride to Muyil Lagoon. Then enjoy a relaxing float down the shallow canal as you drift past unique vegetation. Learn from your guide about the ecology of the area and the Maya civilization before a picnic lunch.

Whether you are new to diving or looking to refresh your scuba skills after an extended break, this class will give you the confidence to explore the Yucatan’s underwater treasures. After a safety orientation on dry land, cruise to Casa Cenote to put your newfound knowledge into action. Practice first in shallow water, then enjoy a 40-minute dive under the watchful eye of your instructors.

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.

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and cultural history of the Riviera Maya. This private tour from Cancun/Playa del Carmen takes you to Sian Kaan Biosphere Reserve where you will explore the Muyil archaeological zone, one of the earliest and longest inhabited Mayan cities on Quintana Roo's east coast, before enjoying a relaxing river cruise on the turquoise waters of the Chunyaxche.

The Yucatan peninsula is renowned for its beautiful cenotes—underground lakes formed in natural sinkholes. On this bike tour, venture deep into the wilderness, cycling along lush jungle trails and stopping to visit three different cenotes. Learn about the meaning of the cenotes to the Maya people, climb down to explore the subterranean caves with snorkels, and cool off with a swim in an underground river. Refuel with an included lunch during this half-day excursion.

Take off on an ATV adventure through Playa del Carmen's Native Park. Traverse jungle pathways on your own 4WD vehicle, winding through dense rainforest en route to Doña Mary’s House where you'll learn about the traditions and lifestyles of some of the area's first inhabitants. Then continue off-road along a pre-Hispanic trade route, passing Maya ruins and encountering a shaman en route to explore a cave. Cool off in a cenote's refreshing waters before returning to your Playa or Riviera Maya lodging.

Tulum is home to dozens of beautiful cenotes and caverns, many of which provide excellent diving experiences. Embark on two dives at different locations on this 5-hour guided tour. Transport, equipment and snacks are all included, making this day hassle-free. Enjoy personalized attention on this small-group tour limited to just 4 divers. Note: You must show a diving certification to participate in this outing.

Combine snorkeling in the Caribbean Sea with a cenote swim adventure on this half-day our from Tulum. Then descend underground to a sacred cenote where you can swim past limestone formations. This combo adventure tour of the Yucatan Peninsula includes lunch and round-trip hotel transport.

Satisfy an appetite for adventure during a Coba adventure tour that includes ziplining, rappelling, and driving an ATV through the jungle. Taking the reins of an all-terrain vehicle allows you to discover parts of Coba that are usually inaccessible, while a tour of the archaeological site puts ruins into context.

Try out scuba diving during your time in Mexico with a half-day introductory course in Tulum. Find out if the popular water sport is right for you with a package that consists of a 15-minute class, a 15-minute practice session, and one dive in a cenote. Have the option to upgrade to include a second dive in the ocean if you like.

Visit the archaeological site of Tulum and spend time visiting a cenote deep in the jungle with this experience. You'll start at the archaeological site, learning about the history of the area and the Mayan people, before continuing to the cenote for a silent meditation. You'll then listen to a concert by local musicians performing right at the cenote before finishing your experience off with a homecooked lunch.

SALSA WILL TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE Salsa dancing is a popular form of social dance that has grown to be one of the most popular dance forms in the world. With our teaching methodology, you will learn efficiently Salsa or Bachata basics to be able to shine on the dance floor. We are expect in teaching to people with 2 left feet and shy people. Whether you're a beginner or longtime dancer, this experience is a great way to develop your salsa dancing skills. • Perfect for couples • Professional teacher with 12 years of experience • 100% fun • Learn to dance latin rhythms like a local • No previous knowledge needed • Choose between salsa, bachata, merengue, Cumbia, etc

Go out dancing in Tulum with a guide to lead you to a great local club. You’ll meet up with your host in the center of town, along with a group of other Latin dance fans to make friends and party with. Your host will teach you some moves, including salsa, bachata, hip-hop, and reggaeton. Dancers of all levels can learn something new and get lost in the music.

The Kite & Surf Combi is the perfect introduction for kid and teenagers to ocean watersport activities. In only two hours they learn the basics of wind and waves.The idea of the course is to present a combination of our two favorite watersport activities, kiteboarding and surfing. In only 2 hours the young student will learn the basics of both sports and can explore wind and waves in the ocean. 1 hour kiteboarding and 1 hour surfing, the exact timing of the lesson will depend on weather conditions.