Cave Tours in Tulum: 5 to Build a Day On

1.Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,242 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $129Our pick

This full-day tour pairs Tulum’s seaside Maya ruins with reef snorkeling and a freshwater cenote in the jungle. Guides such as Suly, Raul, Ulrich, and Mimi lead the day, with transport, gear, lunch, and entrance included. Expect an early start, changing water conditions, a $35 cash conservation fee, and limited time at each stop.

“This experience was such a wonderful value. A must do if you're visiting the area and looking to check a few things off your bucket list. Yul was an amazing tour guide and was very knowledgable, fun, and engaging the entire time! Would highly recommend!”

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2.Private Guided Cenotes and Underground River Exploration

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $199

Spend about five hours with a private guide exploring Sac Actun’s cave passages and underground river, then snorkel in Chemuyil’s open cenote. Guides Juan, Eduardo, or Gina may lead your group. Pickup, drinks, snacks, transport, and snorkeling gear are included. Expect swimming, wading, and moderate physical activity.

“Our guide Eduardo was amazing, and he took us to two incredibly beautiful cenotes. One of the best experiences we’ve had.”

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3.Small Group to Tulum Ruins Cenote Cave and Sea Turtles Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $131

Join an English-speaking guide such as Ezekiel for a full day from Playa del Carmen to Tulum’s cliff-top Maya ruins, Cenote Tak Be Lum, and Akumal Bay. Swim in freshwater, snorkel near sea turtles, and enjoy lunch in a group of up to 18. Bring cash for MX$800 in required fees.

“This was a good time to three different places. Ezekiel The tour guide did a great job. Do be careful of mosquitoes at the cenote”

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4.Dos Ojos Cenote Cavern Dive- The Barbie Line and The Bat Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $230

Join Flying Fish Tulum for two 45-minute cavern sessions at Dos Ojos, reaching 25 feet on the Barbie Line and Bat Cave. Certified Open Water divers use provided equipment, snacks, and a central Tulum meeting point. Mario and Budgie are among the guides associated with the operation, and a Casa Cenote refresher may be arranged if you are out of practice.

“The experience was great - from the start to the finish, Mario was supportive and patient. The dives were spectacular, we saw fish, cool caverns and other things we wouldn’t normally have the chance to. Mario also gave us helpful tips on how to improve our technique. Highly recommend!”

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5.Private Tour: Tulum and Cave Adventure from Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $308

Travel by air-conditioned car from Cancun to Tulum, then continue to Kantun Chi for cenotes, caverns, and an underground river. A private bilingual guide leads the ruins visit, while a local cave guide handles the water adventure. Lunch, transport, helmets, life jackets, masks, and special cavern shoes are included. Bring a swimsuit, towel, and waterproof phone case.

“My only complaint was Tulum and the limitations they have now on where you can go in the park. Tulum is beautiful and worth going to at least once. The cave tour was really the highlight. Our kids loved going through the caves and swimming in the cenotes.”

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