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Riviera Maya Tours: 15 That Repay an Early Alarm

43 tours  ·  from $44

Every trip runs one free day short. These 15 riviera maya tours justify the slot, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes.

Xcaret Park Entry Tickets with Cultural Night Show Included - Underground rivers, beaches, and natural pools
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Xcaret Park Entry Tickets with Cultural Night Show Included

1.Xcaret Park Entry Tickets with Cultural Night Show Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,382 reviews · 6 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $113Our pick

Spend 6 to 12 hours at Xcaret Park, just outside Playa del Carmen. Swim through underground rivers, explore wildlife habitats, beaches, an aquarium, jungle paths, and Mexican cultural exhibits. Basic tickets include the evening Espectacular show, while Plus adds a buffet lunch, lockers, changing rooms, and related facilities. You arrange your own transport.

“All the shows were cancelled. Waste of money. One time visit is ok..pickup and drop off was included when booking, upon receiving the ticket it wasn’t. Had to pay extra $200 for arranging the pickup and drop off.”

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Xcaret Park Day Trip, transportation and Cultural Night Show - Swimming the underground rivers
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Xcaret Park Day Trip, transportation and Cultural Night Show

2.Xcaret Park Day Trip, transportation and Cultural Night Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,899 reviews · 6 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $167

Spend a full day at Xcaret Park with shared transport from Cancun, water activities, wildlife areas, Mayan and Mexican cultural displays, and the Xcaret México Espectacular evening show. Basic admission covers most park attractions. Xcaret Plus adds a buffet lunch, snorkeling gear, and a private changing area. Extra-cost activities include Sea Trek, Snuba, dolphin encounters, and jet boats.

“Excellent tour . Xcaret is a phenomenal place and is worth every penny. The tour guide and driver was very professional and courteous.”

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Sian Ka'an Adventure Full Day Trip to Punta Allen - Wildlife by boat: the strongest part of the day
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Sian Ka’an Adventure Full Day Trip to Punta Allen

3.Sian Ka’an Adventure Full Day Trip to Punta Allen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,179 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $254Top rated

Travel from Tulum into the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve with a guide such as Miguel, Kenya, Niko, or Lea. Expect a bumpy road, lagoon wildlife, mangroves, birds, dolphins, manatees, and a weather-dependent reef snorkel, followed by lunch in Punta Allen. The small group is limited to 12 people.

“Great tour at the Sian Ka’an with this company. The guide Pablo was a great and knowledgeable guide with his extremely humour and charm. The pick-up was on time and the time schedule was perfect. Pablo and his crew took car”

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Xplor Park Admission with Lunch and Drinks *Official Product*

4.Xplor Park Admission with Lunch and Drinks *Official Product*

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 996 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $153

Spend about six active hours at Xplor Park near Playa del Carmen. Drive amphibious vehicles, paddle underground rivers, swim through stalactite-filled caves, ride 14 ziplines, and try the Toboganxote water slide. Your ticket includes a buffet lunch, unlimited non-alcoholic drinks, equipment, and a locker for two.

“This was an awesome park. We thought no way would there be enough to do for the whole day, and to our surprise there was. The subterranean cenote experience was beautiful, I’m even a little claustrophobic and I wasn’t uncomfortable at all. I was in awe at what an incredible experience it was. The zip lining was totally worth the little wait we had to wait. I’ve been zip lining many times and this was definitely my favorite. Very smooth and seamless. The best part is the park is so big even when there was a wait it was very brief. Like 15 minutes tops. The lunch buffet was also…”

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Xel-Ha Park Admission Tickets - Starting with the river float
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Xel-Ha Park Admission Tickets

5.Xel-Ha Park Admission Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 970 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $82Best value

Spend 6 to 8 hours at Xel-Ha, a natural aquatic park near Tulum with snorkeling, cenotes, river tubing, ziplines, cliff jumps, bikes, hammocks, buffet meals, and drinks. Your mobile ticket includes park access and core facilities, but transportation and activities such as Sea Trek, Snuba, the spa, and dolphin programs cost extra.

“Loved this park and all of the activities. Especially the waterslide. But mostly, a fun relaxing time with my Gal, enjoying everything we did at our own pace.”

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Rio Secreto Underground River Tour with Crystal Caves - What the swim feels like underground
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Rio Secreto Underground River Tour with Crystal Caves

6.Rio Secreto Underground River Tour with Crystal Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 798 reviews · 3 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $89

You’ll walk, wade, and swim about one kilometer through Rio Secreto’s underground river, led by guides such as Raul, Miguel, or Diego. Expect cool water, uneven ground, helmet lamps, and striking stalactites and stalagmites. Lunch, lockers, towels, and equipment are included, while transfers, photos, and a $20 government fee cost extra.

“Angel was an absolutely amazing tour guide and he really enhanced our experience with his friendliness and cool fun facts. Overall great experience with the company”

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Camel Expedition and Beach Club In Riviera Maya - The camels are the real stars
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Camel Expedition and Beach Club In Riviera Maya

7.Camel Expedition and Beach Club In Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 777 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $144

Ride a calm camel through jungle paths and white-sand dunes near Maroma Beach, then feed the animals and relax by the Caribbean. Guides such as Joseph, Bernard, Angel, and Alex may lead the outing, with English and Spanish commentary. Hotel transfers are offered, but photo packages and transport timing need close attention.

“This excursion had its ups and downs. We got picked up a little late but the ride there was just us so it was nice with no other stops to pick up other people. It was a little bit farther from our hotel than I would have liked but I could live with that. As soon as we got checked in we were ready to go. It was me, my wife, and one other person. The ride itself was so so for us. Riding a camel was unique but it felt a lot like riding a horse which I’ve done a lot. Being up that high in the beginning was…”

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Xplor Park Day Trip with Lunch and Transportation - Amphibious vehicles on a rough 3-mile circuit
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Xplor Park Day Trip with Lunch and Transportation

8.Xplor Park Day Trip with Lunch and Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 638 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $184

Spend a high-energy day at Xplor Park near Cancun with round-trip hotel transport, cave rafting, jungle ziplines, amphibious vehicles, lockers, drinks, and an all-you-can-eat buffet. The park is self-guided, so you choose your order and pace. Expect wet clothes, stairs, walking, lines, and a full day of physical activity.

“I enjoyed myself. I got over my fears of heights zip-lining. I can’t believe I did it smh. I always felt if I was designed to be in the air. The lord would have blessed me with wings. Food was ok. Nothing to brag on. But what I spent on the whole package. I’m not mad at it. I would do it again.”

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Riviera Maya Luxury Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch and Drinks - Inah Reef and the limits of the snorkeling stop
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Riviera Maya Luxury Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

9.Riviera Maya Luxury Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 634 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $139

Sail from Puerto Aventuras along the Riviera Maya coast, snorkel at Inah Reef when conditions allow, then swim, paddleboard, and enjoy a light lunch with an open bar. The crew, including guides such as Ivan, Paola, Paloma, and Selene on some departures, keeps the mood lively. Choose a family-friendly or adults-only sailing.

“Our crew was fabulous!!!! The snorkeling, drinks, food and boat were all awesome. I even appreciated the safety on the boat/snorkeling.”

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Xel-Ha Tickets with Transportation included - Start with bikes, the river, and the mangroves
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Xel-Ha Tickets with Transportation included

10.Xel-Ha Tickets with Transportation included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 620 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $114

Travel from Cancun to Xel-Há, a natural aquatic park with a saltwater lagoon, mangroves, cenotes, caves, snorkeling, river tubing, bikes, ziplines, and a lighthouse slide. Choose Light or All-Inclusive admission. Shared hotel transport, equipment, food, and drinks depend on your package.

“This was our second trip to Xel-Ha with our adult children and again, we had a blast. We would recommend this experience to anyone.”

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Cancun/Playa del Carmen: Tickets to Rio Secreto and Lunch - From hotel pickup to the Rio Secreto entrance
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Cancun/Playa del Carmen: Tickets to Rio Secreto and Lunch

11.Cancun/Playa del Carmen: Tickets to Rio Secreto and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 521 reviews · 3.5 - 6.5 hours · from $89

Visit Rio Secreto for a guided walk and swim through 600 meters of caves filled with stalactites, stalagmites, and clear water. Spanish and English guides such as Mauricio, Omar, and Gustavo lead small groups of up to 14. Equipment, lockers, snacks, towels, and a regional lunch are included. Personal cameras are not allowed.

“Brilliant, want to another, our guide was very good, wonderful experience.”

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Whale Shark Encounter Full-Day all inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya - The early start at Punta Sam
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Whale Shark Encounter Full-Day all inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya

12.Whale Shark Encounter Full-Day all inclusive Tour from Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 519 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $170

Leave your Cancun or Playa del Carmen hotel around 6 a.m. for a small-group boat trip to swim with whale sharks in 15-minute rounds. Guides such as Jane, Dory, and Naria also lead reef snorkeling near Isla Mujeres, where lunch includes ceviche, guacamole, fruit, and drinks. Expect a fast, bumpy ride, changing wildlife conditions, and a long day on the water.

“Ecotours was top notch. Our guide, Larissa was excellent. We swam with the Whale Sharks two times, made a stop at Isla Muhares for ceviche and snorkeling and had a great time. Its a long day, and I highly recomnend you take something for seasickness, because you are sitting on the boat in the waves for a good bit of time, but it is well worth it to see and swim with the whale sharks.”

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Choose your experience to live in Los 7 Cenotes San Gerónimo - The semi-open cenote comes first
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Choose your experience to live in Los 7 Cenotes San Gerónimo

13.Choose your experience to live in Los 7 Cenotes San Gerónimo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 491 reviews · from $169

Ride 1.2 kilometers through the Yucatan countryside to a semi-open cenote, then visit the Virgin cave cenote with guides such as Alicia, Charlie, and Hassel. The four-hour outing includes a bicycle, helmet, basic insurance, and Spanish-English guiding. Lunch is included only with the Connection experience. Transportation costs extra.

“Beautiful cenotes, great guides and good traditional food. My only complaint is that transportation was not included and you have to pay an additional 60 dollars.”

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Riviera Maya: Sian Ka'an Reserve Ancient Maya Canals Tour - From the Riviera Maya to the community palapa
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Riviera Maya: Sian Ka’an Reserve Ancient Maya Canals Tour

14.Sian Ka’an Reserve Ancient Maya Canals Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 453 reviews · 8 hours · from $173

Travel from the Riviera Maya into Sian Ka’an with a small group, local Maya guide, and boat captain. Cruise four lagoons, visit the Xlapak temple, float 950 meters through a clear canal, and look for manatees, crocodiles, and birds. Guides such as Manuel, Jenny, Gilberto, and Javi are known for explaining both the wildlife and Maya culture.

“Gilberto was an amazing guide. The Sian Ka’an reserve is absolutely spectacular and well worth the trip. It was a very unique experience although it’s certainly on the expensive side at over £120 per person. However seeing a manatee was something I’ll always remember. Thank you very much!”

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Catamaran Cruise in Riviera Maya With Snorkeling & Beach Club - Two snorkeling stops, with the reef as the main event
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Catamaran Cruise in Riviera Maya With Snorkeling & Beach Club

15.Catamaran Cruise in Riviera Maya With Snorkeling & Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 440 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $85

Sail from Maroma Beach to two snorkeling sites near the Mesoamerican Reef with a guide such as Carlos or Nato, then relax with water, soft drinks, and beer after snorkeling. Hotel transfers, equipment, and English and Spanish commentary are included. Plan for a three-hour activity, though transfers and beach time can stretch the day.

“The staff was super friendly and energetic. Our tour guide in the water navigated us to some great sea life. Super knowledgeable as well”

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New in Riviera Maya Tours

★ 4.5Xel ha All Inclusive129 reviews
★ 4.5XENSES tickets with Transportation *Official Product*From $114148 reviews
★ 4.0Xcaret Plus Full-Day Tour from Cancun with TransportFrom $23557 reviews
★ 5.0Private round airport transfer from Cancun – Puerto Aventuras – airport.40 reviews
★ 5.0Private Transfer Cancun-Playa del Carmen/Ferry/Puerto Aventuras137 reviews
★ 5.0Tasty Mexican Cooking Class with Feast in Riviera MayaFrom $16199 reviews
★ 4.9Snorkeling & Private Cenote Half-Day TourFrom $16936 reviews
★ 4.4Horseback Ride, Zipline, and ATV AdventureFrom $12982 reviews
★ 4.6Rio Secreto Guided TourFrom $119177 reviews
★ 4.1Dolphin Encounter with Beach Club AccessFrom $10934 reviews
★ 4.8Croco Cun Interactive Zoo TourFrom $4454 reviews
★ 4.3Rio Secreto Nature Reserve: Bicycle, Rappel & Ziplines TourFrom $10946 reviews
★ 4.7Puerto Aventuras: Dolphin Swim, Sea Lions, Manatees, & LunchFrom $13533 reviews
★ 4.7Sian Ka’an Half Day Tour w/ LunchFrom $20454 reviews
★ 4.83 Cenotes Adventure Tour with LunchFrom $16958 reviews

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