Category Playa del Carmen Tours

Playa del Carmen · PLAYA DEL CARMEN TOURS

The 15 Best Things to Do in Playa del Carmen

36 tours reviewed

Quinta Avenida takes about an hour to walk and the beach takes an afternoon, so the bookings worth real money are the ones that get you out of town or under the water. Below are the best things to do in and around Playa del Carmen, each priced, timed and clear about how far you travel to reach it.

From Playa del Carmen ATV Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote

From Playa del Carmen ATV Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote - ATV in the Mayan jungle: rules, timing, and what you’re really riding

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

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

ATV, jungle zipline, and a natural cenote swim at Extreme Adventure Eco Park from Playa del Carmen, with pickup and tequila tasting.

“I had an amazing first time experience on this adventure! The zipline was way more fun than I expected! The ATV's was pretty rough but I truly enjoyed it. The tequila tasting was very informational. The performances were amazing to watch and very entertaining. The cenote, was not for me. My top latch on the life jacket came off when I jumped in and I panicked. I recommend that you all check every one's life jacket for safety issues and defaults.”

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Private Roundtrip Transportation from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen

Private Roundtrip Transportation from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen - Your return pickup, with a departure ticket ready

2.Private Roundtrip Transportation from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,792 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $194

Private CUN to Playa transfer for up to 7. Green-shirt greeter, direct air-conditioned van, and roundtrip return ticket, in English.

“Very professional service. Communications prompt and courteous. The transfer was waiting for us outside the airport upon our arrival despite multiple delays by the airline.”

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Horseback Riding and Cenote Swim from Cancun or Playa del Carmen

Horseback Riding and Cenote Swim from Cancun or Playa del Carmen - The horseback part: how you get matched and guided

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

Playa del Carmen Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim and Mayan Village Visit - The Buggy Portion Beyond Playa del Carmen

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

Off-road buggy ride beyond Playa del Carmen, swim in a jungle cenote, and meet a Mayan village family on a small-group tour.

“The visit to the village and cenote were amazing! Our tour guides were great also. I t was a long ride from Vidanta and the air conditioning in the bus did not work, that needs to be fixed.”

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Playa del Carmen Walking Food Tour

Playa del Carmen Walking Food Tour - How the walking food format actually helps you in Playa

5.Playa del Carmen Walking Food Tour

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

Eat your way through local markets, tacos, mole, and sweet stops on a 3-hour Playa del Carmen walking tour in English.

“Our guide Alex was excellent. He shared his knowledge of the city with us as we walked around and ate like a local. You will not leave hungry! Highly recommended!”

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Jungle Buggy Tour from Playa del Carmen Including Cenote Swim

Jungle Buggy Tour from Playa del Carmen Including Cenote Swim - How long it takes, where you meet, and how pickup really works

Chichén Itzá Ancestral Tour from Playa del Carmen with Cenote

Chichén Itzá Ancestral Tour from Playa del Carmen with Cenote - The day’s timeline from 7:00 am to your late return

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

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

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

“The cenote and tour at chichen itza were all great, and well guided. When getting picked up from Playa Del Carmen, the excursion is closer to 15 hours total than 10-12 due to the out of way pick ups in Tulum (which takes up the first few hours of the day). There’s also a lot of forced gift shop time that’s a bit tiring. If in budget, I’d suggest a private tour that goes more directly”

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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 - Meeting Point Near Puerto Juarez: The Easy Part If You Arrive Ready

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 near Isla Contoy, then relax at Playa Norte with ceviche, snorkel gear, and hotel pickup from Cancun and Riviera Maya.

“What an amazing experience! Joaquin and the captains of the Picis were awesome! Joaquin was excellent on explaining what to expect and what to do when we arrived where the sharks were. He spoke 3 different languages so fluidly and kept everyone on the same page. I personally got very sea sick. The Captains and Joaquin knew exactly what to do to help me out and get me feeling better ASAP! We then stopped near Isla Mujeres for a brief snorkel. It was very cool to see all the different coral and fish just coexisting. We then had lunch and loaded back up to head back to the harbor. 5…”

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The Taco Tour in Playa del Carmen

The Taco Tour in Playa del Carmen - Price and Value: What $139 Gets You (and What It Does Not)

9.The Taco Tour in Playa del Carmen

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

Taste handmade tacos in Playa del Carmen, make margaritas and tortillas, sip pulque, and finish with dessert plus local tips.

“First off Jarrett was amazing! He was a wonderful tour guide. He made the tour much better than it was. He was very knowledgeable and a fun character. However, this tour lacked tacos. For a four hour tour that cost for two $380 can, we ate a total of 6 tacos. We stopped at a grocery store and had a hour of walking on 5th ave by ourselves in that time span. Thats not why we went on a “Taco” tour. It was an experience because of Jarrett but wouldn’t recommend or do again.”

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Private Transfer from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen

Private Transfer from Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen - How the Van Ride Works Once You’re In

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, bottled water, and a dedicated vehicle.

“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 - The Van Ride and Why the Safety Briefing Sets the Tone

Playa del Carmen: Riviera Maya Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim

Playa del Carmen: Riviera Maya Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim - The Traditional Ranch Stop and What Makes the Ride Memorable

12.Riviera Maya Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim

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

Drive 4WD jungle trails in Playa del Carmen, then swim and snorkel in a sacred cenote sinkhole with small groups and hotel pickup.

“The guide was so nice and helpful. The ride was super funny and exciting without feeling rushed or dangerous. The cenote. What can I say! A rawer emptier cenote in comparison to some pictures I see where tourists have overtaken nature. I absolutely loved it.”

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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 - The Boat Vibe: Deck Time, Your Music, and a Crew That Knows the Routine

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 489 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $1,049

Private 3-hour Sea Ray to Xpuha with cocktails, unlimited bar, and a big lunch, plus paddle boards, from Playa del Carmen.

“The crew and the food were amazing. We took 9 adults and one 11 year old. The staff catered to us and were incredibly friendly and hospitable. The waters were rough so we couldn’t go out to sea, but we used the paddle boards and snorkeled and had a blast. I would certainly recommend them time and time again.”

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

4 Hour - 47' Azimut, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya - Paddle Boards Plus Snorkel Time: How to Pace Your Water Enjoyment

Scuba Diving in Cenote Dos Ojos from Playa del Carmen

Scuba Diving in Cenote Dos Ojos from Playa del Carmen - What to expect at Dos Ojos: two different routes, paced for comfort

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

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

Small-group scuba sessions at Cenote Dos Ojos from Playa del Carmen, with guided gear checks, two routes, and lunch, plus extra cenote entrance fees.

“We did the Barbie Line and Bat Cave with Pepe and had an awesome time! We learned so much and had so much fun. Pepe is so patient and knowledgeable and fun, we would like to do more dives with him! The trip lasted from 9am until about 4pm. Delicious lunch was included. All gear provided and was in great shape and fit comfortably. There were 3 of us on the dive. They don’t allow the dive master to take pictures so they can focus on the clients, but there was an on-site photographer who took excellent photos! The communication while booking the trip was excellent, all done on WhatsApp,…”

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