Top Riviera Maya & the Yucatan Wildlife Watching

Explore some of Cancun's most stunning underwater worlds during this shipwreck swim and snorkel tour. Paddle through tropical fish, coral reefs, shipwrecks, and giant sea turtles over the course of the day. This small-group excursion that ensures personalized attention and service and includes round-trip transportation from your Cancun hotel.

Swim and snorkel alongside whale sharks on this guided tour in Cancun. A boat speeds you to a prime viewing location, and en route, you might spot dolphins, turtles, and manta rays. Experienced guides are there to make sure you enjoy a safe and fun swim and snorkel. Enjoy breakfast at the pier before setting off, as well as snacks and unlimited beverages while on board. Hotel transport included. Note: This seasonal tour is offered from May through mid-September.

Fly through the jungle of Cozumel on this small group zipline adventure. You’ll keep costs down by booking this small group tour, but still have a blast on the ziplines. Your guide will make sure you’re safe and having a great time too. Lockers are provided to keep your valuables, so no need to worry about that. Just have a great time flying.

We will make your dream come true, horseback riding on the beach, enjoying the spectacular views of the Mexican Caribbean in a natural landscape full of magic... in an atmosphere of privacy and exclusive service. Horseback riding on the beach and in the mangroves. Enjoy the flora and fauna that make Holbox unique, listen to the song of the birds and the lullaby of the wind, admiring nature.

Spend the day soaking up the sparkling Caribbean on this catamaran cruise to Isla Mujeres from Cancun. Feel the gentle breeze as you sip drinks from an open bar. Hop into the water to snorkel at a reef location teeming with vibrantly hued fish. Dock at a private beach club for a delicious buffet lunch and even more down time. Upon arrival at Isla Mujeres, enjoy free time to explore and shop. For added convenience, upgrade to include hotel transport from Cancun to the departing marina.

Journey to Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula to visit the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza on this full-day tour and experience this incredible archeological site with a local guide. First, take a panoramic tour through the colonial town of Valladolid and then stop at a cenote for a refreshing swim. Midway through the day, enjoy a typical buffet lunch and a tequila tasting, and then explore the archeological site. Walk along El Castillo and the Pyramid of Kukulcan and learn how this pre-Columbian city played an important role in the Mayan Civilization.

Explore coral reefs, ancient history, and nature in the Riviera Maya on an combination tour that features some of the best of Yucatan in a single day. Snorkel through the coral reef in the Caribbean Sea, visit the Tulum archeological site, and swim in a cenote, then explore a limestone cave and take a jungle walk. This tour includes entrance fees, a buffet lunch, and door-to-door transport from hotels in Cancun or Playa del Carmen.

Combine a jungle zipline course, off-road ATV experience, and a cenote swim on a small-group adventure tour from Cancun to Extreme Adventure Eco Park. Take on a fun, family-friendly challenge in a scenic destination, with round-trip hotel transfer, refreshments, and all activities included.

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. 

This kid-friendly snorkeling tour in Cancun is a great way for first-time snorkelers to earn their fins without dedicating a full day to the process. Guides work with first-time snorkelers and those with water-anxiety to create an unforgettable trip swimming with sea turtles, exploring an underwater shipwreck and statues, and checking out a reef.

Explore the Yucatan jungle's flooded sinkholes, or cenotes, during this full-day guided eco-adventure. Paddle through the underground caverns on kayaks, snorkel in the subterranean aquatic habitats and float on the azure water on inner tubes. Listen as your guide recounts Mayan folktales about mythical guardians that protect these sacred water sources. This small-group tour, limited to 19 people, includes snacks, a gourmet picnic lunch, and round-trip hotel transportation.

Discover Chichen Itza on a private tour from Cancun. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site outside of Cancun at your own pace; private tours allow you to dictate how long you'd like to spend at the site. Visit the ball court, the castle, and the Sacred Cenote, all integral parts of the most important archaeological sites from the Mayan Empire. Hire an on-site guide or upgrade your tour to include drinks and lunch.

Visit two of the biggest draws in the Yucatan on this tour to the Tulum Archaeological Site and Cenote Chen Há and Mariposa from Cancun. Not only do you get a guided tour of the massive archaeological site—a lot to cover on your own—but you get to make the most of your time in the area by visiting the beautiful cenote. You can swim there, too, if you pay a fee upon arrival.

Discover two significant archaeological sites with this guided tour of Tulum and Coba. Walk past restored ruins at the former Maya trading post then scale Nohoch Mul at Coba, the Yucatán Peninsula’s tallest pyramid. Your full-day tour departs from Playa del Carmen hotels and includes a cenote swim and free time at the Caribbean beach of Playa Paraíso. Numbers are limited for a small-group experience.

Pack in the water adventures on this excursion in the Cancun jungle. Get your adrenaline pumping on a speedboat ride around Nichupte Lagoon, and slow the pace down with peaceful snorkeling over the underwater statues at the Punta Nizuc coral reef. Colorful marine life and sparkling blue waters await you. A guide is present throughout to make sure you enjoy your outing.

Come and take a tour of the paths that the Mayans walked and discover an infinite number of birds in the Ruta de los Cenotes like the beautiful Motmot’s bird, characteristic of this region, enjoy this fun adventure living with the beauty of biodiversity. Ebird user José Paz Come take a tour of the trails that the Mayans walked and discover an infinity of birds on the route of the cenotes such as the beautiful Momoto turquoise crown, characteristic of this region, enjoy this fun adventure living with the beauty of biodiversity. User Ebird José Paz .

Discover the remote UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka'an on a full-day trip from Tulum. Your guide points out the protected area’s immense biodiversity, including coastal and mangrove habitat teeming with marine life. Search for elusive manatees at Boca Paila Lagoon, snorkel on the Mesoamerican reef (weather-permitting) and find nesting birds at Ascension Bay. Boat ride with lunch and free time in Punta Allen is included.

Swim in an area known for sea turtles, snorkel a coral reef, and explore a cenote on a half-day nature tour in the Riviera Maya. You're guaranteed to see some of the wild, native sea turtles that thrive along the coast, or receive a full refund for the tour. This turtles and cenote tour includes all equipment, snacks, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun or the Riviera Maya.

Come and take a tour of the paths that the Mayans walked and discover an infinite number of birds in the Ruta de los Cenotes like the beautiful Motmot’s bird, characteristic of this region, enjoy this fun adventure living with the beauty of biodiversity. Ebird user José Paz Come take a tour of the trails that the Mayans walked and discover an infinity of birds on the route of the cenotes such as the beautiful Momoto turquoise crown, characteristic of this region, enjoy this fun adventure living with the beauty of biodiversity. User Ebird José Paz .

Explore the underwater world with a Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park snorkeling experience that includes access to beach facilities, animal shows, and botanical gardens. No snorkeling experience is required for the guided snorkeling tour of the barrier reef, where brilliant tropical fish swim through bright corals.

Combine a visit to Quintana Roo’s most famous underwater reefs with complimentary snacks and drinks at a relaxing beach club during this two-for-one combo adventure. Hop aboard a motor-powered catamaran and explore Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo reefs using provided snorkeling gear. Then, get exclusive pool, lounger, and umbrella access at the wifi-equipped beach club, where you’ll also enjoy snacks and alcoholic drinks.

If you are a lover of nature and outdoor activities, this tour is for you. You will be able to know the geological history of how the cenotes were formed, observe flora and fauna of the jungle, while you ride on a mountain bike and cool off in an incredible hidden cenote with crystal clear water. Feel the outdoor experience.

Spend time at an ancient Mayan site at Tulum and get the chance to snorkel with sea turtles by booking this tour. You'll get the chance to learn about Mayan civilization with a guided tour at the Tulum Ruins before heading to Akumal Bay to snorkel with sea turtles in calm, warm waters.