Tours

Discover the Best Tours in Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen sits at the heart of the Riviera Maya, surrounded by ancient Mayan ruins, underground cenotes, turquoise coastline, and dense jungle. Whether you have half a day or a full week, there is a tour here that will become the highlight of your trip.

We have spent years exploring the tours available from Playa del Carmen, and we only feature the ones that genuinely deliver. Every listing on this page has been reviewed for quality, safety, and value — we recommend tours we would book for our own friends and family visiting us here.

What Kind of Experience Are You Looking For?

From the towering pyramid of Chichén Itzá to the crystal-clear waters of a private cenote, from catamaran cruises along the Caribbean coast to jungle ATV adventures, the range of experiences available from Playa is extraordinary. Most tours include hotel pickup and drop-off, making them effortless to enjoy.

Snorkelling and water tours are among the most popular — the reef system along this coast is the second largest in the world. Archaeological tours to Tulum, Cobá, and Chichén Itzá bring 2,000 years of history to life. And for something truly unique, the cenote tours take you swimming through underground cave systems that exist nowhere else on earth.

Browse our full tour listings below, or visit our Day Trips page for a quick overview of the best excursions from Playa del Carmen. If you are new to the area, our Getting Here & Around guide will help you plan your transport.

How Our Tour Listings Work

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