Maya Coba ruins tour with pyramid, ceremony and cenote swim

Snorkelling with Turtles and Cenote Swim in Riviera Maya

For an amazing underwater adventure, this half-day tour into the heart of the Mexican jungle and the Caribbean reef is a must-do. You'll swim in the mystical surroundings of a cenote and snorkel with turtles in the Caribbean during an action-packed morning in the Riviera Maya.

Nat Geo Day Tour: Exploring the Mysteries of the Cenotes - A Journey into Mayan Culture

On this National Geographic Day Tour, explore Tankah Park in Mexico's Riviera Maya. With insights from National Geographic, trek through the jungle to Cenote Cueva and Cenote Piraña for a refreshing dip. You'll also visit Cenote Naval for an adventurous canoeing session and Cenote Azul for another invigorating swim in its crystal-clear waters. These cenotes were not only sources of fresh water for the ancient Maya but were also believed to be passageways to Xibalba, the Mayan underworld, and were sites for important rituals. Next, head over to a traditional Mayan house to learn about the Melipona bee, a stingless bee that has been cultivated for centuries for its medicinal honey. You'll then enjoy exclusive access to a traditional Mayan kitchen, taking part in a tortilla workshop and learning about authentic Mayan cooking. A buffet meal featuring local dishes brings the day's discoveries and delivers flavours rooted in heritage. Finally, hike to a fifth cenote, learning about the discovery and preservation of these natural sites. Spanning 300 hectares, Tankah Park's cenotes and forests offer Mayan heritage and ecological diversity. This tour also supports the local community and promotes sustainable tourism, helping to preserve these remarkable lands.

Nat Geo Day Tour: Unveiling the Importance of Cancun’s Reef Restoration

Explore the wonders of the Mesoamerican Reef System on this exclusive National Geographic Day Tour. Led by marine specialists, you will have the unique opportunity to snorkel and witness the impact of humanity on the reef and see coral bleaching. This is followed by an insightful talk on actionable steps for reef restoration.Setting sail when the waters are at their calmest, you'll venture to two different reefs, each affected by bleaching due to global warming, water pollution, and microplastics. Visit the reef known as “El Meco”, which boasts the youngest corals, making it a particularly special attraction.The boats used for the tour are certified by Blue Flag for sustainable tourism, ensuring your voyage aligns with eco-conscious practices. Along the way, you'll also get to know the local fauna and savour a delicious burrito lunch. During this tour, you will be inspired to protect these marine ecosystems, which is the aim of the National Geographic-sponsored Pristine Seas project. This project has carried out expeditions to Banco Chinchorro, a significant part of the Mesoamerican Reef System. This project's work underscores the importance of safeguarding marine environments from human influence while protecting the last wild places in our oceans.By joining this tour, you will engage with the vital importance of preserving and protecting the precious Mesoamerican Reef System. See for yourself the marvels of the ocean and gain a profound understanding of coral reefs and their critical role in the biosphere.

Guided Tour of Tulum and Visit to a Modern Maya Community

Exploring ancient ruins and swimming in underground caves make this an action-packed morning of adventure. A guided tour of one of Mexico's most important historical sites is followed by a visit to a traditional Mayan community. What's more, you'll get the chance to take a refreshing dip in a cenote too.

Akumal Monkey Sanctuary Ticket only

Take a trip to Akumal Monkey Sanctuary for a guided tour. Meet the animals that call this place home – including over 20 different species – and hear about how they were rescued. You'll see colourful macaws, friendly snakes and playful monkeys, as well as learn about their natural behaviours from a knowledgeable guide. Plus, you'll find out about the sanctuary's conservation efforts and why they're so important. Just a heads-up, transport isn't included in this tour.

Dolphin swim by Delphinus with Xel-Ha Light Park ticket with transfer

Dive into a world of adventure with the Xel-Ha Light tour, designed with families in mind. At Xel-Ha natural aquarium park, you can see dolphins up close, snorkel in a cove, and glide down a river on a waterslide. Climb the lighthouse for panoramic views before zooming down the waterslide. Check out caves, cenotes, and grottos, or go for a bike ride around the park. With round-trip transportation and all your gear, including life jackets and towels included, all you need is your sense of adventure.

Akumal Monkey Sanctuary with ATV tour and snorkelling

Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula is loaded with wild landscapes, and you'll have a chance to dive into them on this full-day itinerary. You'll tick off everything from a visit to a monkey sanctuary to an ATV ride in the jungle, with some snorkelling in Akumal Bay thrown in for good measure. Javier, an expert local guide, says “this activity is perfect if you want to leave the big cities and hotels behind for a while and experience Mexico's greener side. Cenotes, wildlife, beaches, jungle – you'll encounter them all.”You'll start your day with a visit to the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary, a place where rescued animals from around the area are looked after and treated. You'll be shown around by one of the people who work here, and you'll be introduced to some of the primates and birds currently being cared for. Then, you'll switch things up a few gears for an ATV ride through the jungle. You can get behind the controls of a vehicle as you head to a cenote tucked away within the greenery. These natural, freshwater sinkholes are unique to this part of Mexico, and your guide will tell you about their cultural significance before your chance to hop in for a swim.When you're done here, you'll make your way to today's final stop, Akumal Bay. This sandy spot is known from Tulum to Cancun as one of the area's top snorkelling spots. And that's exactly what you can do here. To make things even better, Akumel Bay is known for its native turtle population, so it's likely you'll share the waters with these gentle reptiles during your visit.

Swimming with turtles and Coba archaeological site tour

Dive into an unforgettable adventure on this full-day Mayan legacy tour. You'll kick off the day with a swim with native sea turtles in their natural habitat in Akumal. This spot is known for its colourful coral reefs and the green sea turtles and tropical fish often found hanging around here – the seagrass beds in Akumal Bay are like underwater meadows, and the turtles love to chow down here.Next, you'll head over to Coba for a traditional Mayan lunch. There's a tasty buffet of typical Yucatan food on the menu, most of which feature traditional recipes passed down through generations.Then, you'll step back in time at the archaeological site of Coba, nestled in the Yucatan Peninsula's jungle. As you wander along the stone paths here, known as sacbes, you'll retrace the footsteps of ancient Mayans and see the temples and monuments, known as stelae, that were part of their daily life. This includes the towering Nohoch Mul Pyramid, one of the tallest in the Yucatan Peninsula.