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Playa del Carmen: The 15 Best Tours and Day Trips

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Playa sits in the middle of the Riviera Maya and everything is reachable from it: cenotes inland, Cozumel by ferry, Tulum 45 minutes south, Chichén Itzá two hours west. Food walks on Quinta Avenida, ATV and cenote mornings, the long inland days: 15 of them, with pickup points and prices.

From Playa del Carmen ATV Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote

From Playa del Carmen ATV Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote - Price breakdown: what you’re really paying for

1.From Playa del Carmen ATV Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,041 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $49Our number one

Half-day jungle adventure from Playa del Carmen with ATV, zipline over a cenote, and a freshwater swim plus tequila tasting.

“You need to know what you’re getting into with this tour. It’s an ‘eco park’ location which means crowds, and upsellls everywhere. That said the zip lining and atv and cenote swims were all fun. Also the ride to the eco park from playa del Carmen was long and the bus was hot, small, and crowded. It was unpleasant.”

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Private Roundtrip Transportation from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen

Private Roundtrip Transportation from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen - The Ride in the Air-Conditioned Van: Comfort, Speed, and Small Stops

Horseback Riding and Cenote Swim from Cancun or Playa del Carmen

Horseback Riding and Cenote Swim from Cancun or Playa del Carmen - At Rancho Bonanza: Rescued Horses, Matching by Riding Level, and Real Safety Briefs

3.Horseback Riding and Cenote Swim from Cancun or Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,780 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $120

Ride rescued horses through the Yucatan jungle, learn local folklore, then cool off with a cenote swim from Cancun or Playa del Carmen.

“Wow. Everything from the transport to the welcome to the riding and cenote was over the top good. Yes you ride the horses and it is lovely winding through the jungle but there is so much more. You learn about the trees, hear stories, meet animals and try the honey they make on site. The cenote is beautiful and private and so beautiful and you are well looked after with drinks and a snack. A lovely experience.”

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Playa del Carmen Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim and Mayan Village Visit

Playa del Carmen Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim and Mayan Village Visit - Buggy setup, safety rules, and why the pairing matters

4.Playa del Carmen Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim and Mayan Village Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,747 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $99

Ride rugged buggies into the jungle, cool off in an underground cenote, then meet Mayans in a village visit with pickup included.

“W ready for a bumpy muddy exhilarating ride through yucatan terrain. Group was nice and small so it made the day more enjoyable. The guides Carlos and Alexandra made the tour so much more entertaining and were so knowledgeable about the history of their home. We visited a mayan village and they were all so inviting, it gave us an insight into daily life in the area. And the Cenote we swam in nestled deep in the forest, amazing.”

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Playa del Carmen Walking Food Tour

Playa del Carmen Walking Food Tour - Stop 1: Starting at Eating With Carmen and getting oriented

5.Playa del Carmen Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,274 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $84

A 3-hour Playa del Carmen food walk with local markets, tacos al pastor, mole, and paletas, led by an English-speaking guide.

“We did the tour with Marcel. He was a really friendly guy and his English was perfect. The tour visits places that would be too "intimidating" for a tourist to visit (because of language barrier/local vibe.) But they were all clean and welcoming and the food was outstanding. Would recommend this tour to people who enjoy food and a little bit of local history. Marcel also asked whether we had food preferences/intolerances and how much we liked spice so he could advise what to choose from the options available (each stop had a couple of food flavour options, which was also a good tour feature.) Thanks, Marcel! Muy Rico! ;)”

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Jungle Buggy Tour from Playa del Carmen Including Cenote Swim

Jungle Buggy Tour from Playa del Carmen Including Cenote Swim - The 4x4 Can-Am Jungle Drive: Fun, Dusty, and Surprisingly Controlled

6.Jungle Buggy Tour from Playa del Carmen Including Cenote Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,253 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $110

Ride a 4x4 Can-Am buggy through Riviera Maya jungle, then swim and snorkel in a natural cenote cave near Playa del Carmen.

“The Jungle Buggy Tour excursion in Playa del Carmen was absolutely amazing from start to finish! Our guides, Fernando and Rigo, were fantastic: super friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt safe while also keeping the energy high. The route itself was breathtaking, with lush jungle all around and plenty of chances to enjoy the scenery. The highlight for me was cooling off in a crystal-clear cenote after the ride — the perfect reward after all the adrenaline! This excursion is the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Between the thrill of the buggies and the beauty of the cenote, it’s an experience I’d recommend to anyone visiting Playa del…”

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Chichén Itzá Ancestral Tour from Playa del Carmen with Cenote

Chichén Itzá Ancestral Tour from Playa del Carmen with Cenote - Cenote Noolha Swim, What You Need to Bring

7.Chichén Itzá Ancestral Tour from Playa del Carmen with Cenote

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 995 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $24Best price here

Guided Chichén Itzá and sacred cenote swim from Playa del Carmen, plus a Maya village visit, lunch, and a Valladolid stop.

“Great way to see the archeological sites and gain some more cultural understanding. The tour guides were amazing! So knowledgeable and made the experience very enriching.”

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Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya

Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya - Isla Contoy National Park and the whale shark swim routine

8.Whale Shark Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum and Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 929 reviews · 6 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $199

Swim with whale sharks on a small-group Cancun tour with Isla Contoy snorkeling, Playa Norte lunch, and hotel pickup.

“We got so lucky! Nature CANNOT be controlled, but wow, Mother Nature showed up for us. According to the captain there were 20-30 whales that day. And we had an incredible experience. We had 2 dives of over 2 minutes each, and that was perfect. We rented wet suits that allowed us to swim better (highly recommend, since the whales can move quick). Diego (tour guide), Pepe (captain) and Pablo (sailor) were amazing. The ride can be a bit uncomfortable, but it has to be done. On our way there we saw dolphins, flying fish, turtles and rays. To anyone booking, please know that the team CANNOT control nature, you…”

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The Taco Tour in Playa del Carmen

The Taco Tour in Playa del Carmen - Pickup and Timing, Why Start Time Is Not Pickup Time

9.The Taco Tour in Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 923 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

4.5-hour Taco Tour in Playa del Carmen with hotel pickup, up to four taco tastings, tortilla and salsa making, margaritas, and pulque.

“Expect to eat a lot of tacos. The restaurants are all very good. The atomsphere ranges from a rather nice sit down restaurant to a more neighborhood like spot. The tour guide, AK was great.”

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Private Transfer from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen

Private Transfer from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen - The drive to Playa del Carmen, Nichupte Lagoon views and real timing

10.Private Transfer from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 814 reviews · 50 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)

Private transfer from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen with bilingual meet-and-greet, water, and direct hotel drop-off in about an hour.

“That airport security which is a scam told me he worked fo the airport which he didn't. I didn't have a company name on my ticket so I didn't know and got scammed at the airport. Don't listen to anyone there at Cancun airport. Wait for your driver. I usually book through a different company and will go back to do that. They told me they cancelled my reservation with viator. I was dumb I admit. But it would have helped to have a company name on the ticket. I paid close to 300.00 USD for a taxi. Stay strong as they are very convincing.”

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

Cancun/Playa del Carmen: Tickets to Rio Secreto and Lunch - Getting ready: pickup options, meeting spot, and what to pack

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

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

Swim through Rio Secreto’s underground river and caves near Playa del Carmen, then refuel with a simple local lunch. Small group tour.

“Great tour of the cave and Dany was a great guide. Cave was beautiful. Wetsuit and shoes were provided. We were not allowed to take phones so wasnt able to take pictures.”

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Playa del Carmen: Riviera Maya Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim

Playa del Carmen: Riviera Maya Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim - The automatic 4WD dune buggy: jungle trails, not a theme park ride

12.Playa del Carmen: Riviera Maya Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 496 reviews · 3 hours · from $105

Ride a 4WD dune buggy through Riviera Maya jungle trails, then cool off with snorkel time in a sacred cenote. Small group.

“What a fantastic adrenaline fueled activity with two great guides. We had a great time driving through the jungle and the large puddles in the ATV. The cenote swim was magical in crystal clear waters. Highly recommend you won't be disappointed and may even want to do it again!”

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3 Hour Xpu-Ha – 51′ Sea Ray Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya

3 Hour Xpu-Ha - 51' Sea Ray Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya - How Xpu-Ha water time works once you drop anchor

4 Hour – 47′ Azimut, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya

4 Hour - 47' Azimut, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya - Inha Reef snorkeling, with equipment and a pro guide

Scuba Diving in Cenote Dos Ojos from Playa del Carmen

Scuba Diving in Cenote Dos Ojos from Playa del Carmen - Gear check, tank pressure inspection, and the walk-around that actually helps

15.Scuba Diving in Cenote Dos Ojos from Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 453 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Small-group scuba in Cenote Dos Ojos, Playa del Carmen, with included gear, safety checks, two underwater routes, and Mexican lunch.

“What an amazing, otherworldly experience 🤩 I expected a great dive and this one exceeded every expectation. It is my new favorite, and I can’t wait to come back for more. Pepe was fantastic with safety and explanations. The site was spectacular. Nothing was rushed, and I felt very comfortable and confident the entire time. You will not regret booking this dive!”

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