Top Riviera Maya & the Yucatan Gondola Rides

During your time in Mexico, ensure you experience the white sands and turquoise waters of Isla Mujeres. On this full-day tour from Cancun, cruise to the beautiful island on a catamaran and snorkel in the protected waters of a marine park. Spend free time relaxing on the beach and feast on a lunch buffet accompanied by an open bar. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun are included. 

Board a catamaran and cruise through the clear Caribbean waters of the Puerto Morelos lagoon. Enjoy a drink and take in beautiful views of the coast. Once you arrive at the secret sandbar, hop out for a swim in the warm water or try stand up paddle boarding. Have a delicious lunch and relax in the lounge areas before your return.

Pair sightseeing with shopping on this combo tour from Cancun or Riviera Maya. Move on to an artisanal craft market, Celso at Market 28, in the heart of Cancun. Visit Cancun landmarks and highlights, including the Tequila Museum. Snap frame-worthy photos of Cancun’s coastline at El Mirador in Playa Delfines. Entrance fees, tequila tasting, and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Mount a well-trained horse for a tranquil journey through the heart of the Mayan jungle on this thrilling package that also includes three signature adrenaline adventures. Begin with a jungle zipline circuit, then brave a rugged track in a solo or shared all-terrain vehicle (ATV). After riding your horse through the forest, refresh in a Mayan cenote then unwind over a Mexican meal. For ease, your package includes transfers.

Sail the clear waters of the Caribbean Sea aboard your own private catamaran during this half-day tour from Cancun. Your captain can take you to Isla Mujeres or other great spots around the bay, and provides time to go snorkeling at the coral reef, stop at secluded beaches, and lounge on the 32-foot (10-meter) catamaran's deck. Bring your own group of up to 9 people on a private sailing tour that includes unlimited drinks and use of snorkel equipment.

Floating along the canals of Cancun in a ‘tranjinera’ (gondola) is a Mexican experience that cannot be missed. This evening tour of Xoximilco, on a traditional tranjinera, ensures an unforgettable experience of a Yucatan fiesta. Feast on a 3-course Mexican meal; sip unlimited tequila, beer, and soft drinks from an onboard bar; and listen to live music performed by mariachi and bolero bands. Each boat has a maximum capacity of 20 passengers.

Sail into the sunset while imbibing from a free on-board open bar with this luxury experience. A tour rep will pick you up at your hotel and take you to your vessel: a luxury French-made catamaran. You'll then head off into the sunset, taking in colorful views of the surrounding area before returning to shore.

Cruise through Xoximilco, modeled after an ancient Aztec city, on a flat-bottomed boat during this evening tour. Xoximilco is a modern replica of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, criss-crossed with canals that bear these traditional boats called trajineras. Enjoy a tasting menu of authentic Mexican food, including tequila and beer. Listen to traditional Mexican mariachi and marimba music while you enjoy personalized attention from your guide during this small-group tour, limited to just 20 people.

The Nichupte Lagoon offers one of Cancun’s most beautiful sunsets. Experience it in the quintessentially romantic setting of a Spanish galleon when you book this indulgent dinner cruise. Choose between lobster, steak and surf ‘n’ turf for your mains, paired with a starter, a dessert, and free-flow local drinks from the open bar, then dance to the mellow tunes of a live saxophonist. Your package excludes dock fees: upgrade to add round-trip hotel transfers.

Start your day with a convenient pickup at your hotel in an air-conditioned van which will take you to the luxury resort and residential area of Puerto Aventuras. Settle in the exclusive French-made catamaran where the friendly crew will welcome you with a cocktail. Open bar and snacks are included throughout the journey to make sure your experience is as enjoyable as possible. Sail out to the open sea along the gorgeous coastline of Riviera Maya, its pristine nature and beaches. As the sunset begins, get ready to witness an amazing and colorful transformation of the skyline. Immerse in the beautiful views while cruising slowly and taking some good shots of this cherishable moment. This trip, more than a sunset sail, is a truly soulful and romantic experience.

Tour Xoximilco Cancun; if you are looking for a place where they have a totally Mexican party atmosphere, Xoximilco in the Riviera Maya is an excellent opportunity to evoke the living memory of Mexico from the golden age. Travel aboard one of the 32 picturesque trajineras that represent each of the States of the Mexican Republic. Listen to mariachi music, stroll through the canals and enjoy a delicious Mexican dinner and typical sweets, as well as a free bar of tequila, beers, and fresh waters. This tour takes you through the canals of a theme park that evokes the traditional Xochimilco of Mexico City. You will make a romantic night tour aboard a trajinera in Cancun through channels full of magic. You will taste the most exquisite flavors of Mexican cuisine while you are accompanied by mariachi music, marimba, and even jarochos sounds. Singing and dancing is allowed