Top Playa del Carmen Nature and Wildlife

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Certified divers flock to the Yucatan Peninsula for its turquoise waters, beautiful reefs, and plentiful opportunities for scenic, underwater exploration. But for certified divers that want to really test their skills—and their mettle—nothing beats an extreme diving experience with the bull sharks. With this half-day experience, enjoy two boat dives, with equipment included in the tour price.

Explore the Rio Secreto Nature Reserve outside of Cancun on this full-day excursion, where you swim and wade in one of the most spectacular underground caves in Mexico. See the famous crystal caves on a tour that showcases the spectacular natural wonders of the Yucatán. Choose round-trip transportation from your Cancun hotel, or meet your guide at Rio Secreto directly.

Go way off the beaten path on a full-day adventure into Sian Ka'an, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with mangroves, coral reefs, and thriving marine wildlife. You'll hop into a truck for the bumpy ride through the reserve, then continue by boat on a marine safari, watching for crocodiles, dolphins, sea turtles, manatees, and more. Get a closer look by snorkeling the Sian Ka'an reef, and follow the road all the way until it ends in the far-flung fishing village of Punta Allen.

Glide alongside whale sharks and then soak up the sun on Isla Mujeres on this guided day trip from Cancun. A speedboat takes you to a prime viewing location, where you slip on snorkel gear and hop into the water. Marvel at the gentle giants floating by. Then, relax on the white-sand shores of Isla Mujeres’ Playa Norte (North Beach). Lunch and hotel transport from Cancun and Playa del Carmen included.

Learn about ancient Mayan culture, marvel at natural wonders, and get your adrenaline pumping on this Emotions Native Park Adventure from Playa del Carmen. Ride through the jungle on an ATV, soar through the trees on a zip-line, swim in a cenote, and take part in a traditional Mayan blessing ceremony. A typical snack is included.

Explore Rio Secreto in Playa del Carmen, including additional access to new features with a Rio Secreto Plus admission ticket. Visit the new 'Dry Route', which includes a visit to the Salón de la Paz for a fantastic sound and light show and a 25-minute guided walk on the interpretive nature trails. Bike through the forest and go rappelling, then continue to Rio Secreto's natural underground rivers and impressive caves filled with unique rock formations. Fuel up with a buffet lunch and refreshing non-alcoholic beverages. Use of all equipment and transport from the welcome center are included.

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.

Tour the ancient Mayan city of Coba on this full-day adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup, explore what was once one of the largest classic Mayan cities. Witness amazing views from atop its 131-foot (40-meter) pyramid and learn about the city’s history from an informative guide. Take a bicycle tour, snorkel in a nearby cenote, and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant—all included in the package price.

Ideal for adventurous travelers, this 5-hour tour takes you through the stalactites and stalagmites of Playa del Carmen’s Mayan underworld. In a small group limited to 12, you’ll explore underground rivers, wade through mysterious caverns, and swim in the turquoise waters of cenotes. Lunch and the use of a helmet and lamp are included on this family-friendly tour, suitable for children ages 12 years and above.

Río Secreto is the new ecological inspiration of our region. It has recently been designated as one of Mexico’s most distinct and alluring nature reserves, and this unique destination is quickly becoming the pride of all Mexicans. Visitors often feel transformed by their journey deep inside Río Secreto. It’s a rare and exotic opportunity to admire the unequaled beauty of our beloved Mexico and Mother Earth

Swim alongside whale sharks in the Caribbean Sea on this 6-hour tour from Cancun. These gentle giants arrive in large numbers around the Yucatan Peninsula every summer. Slip on snorkel gear and marvel at your proximity to these fish that can grow as long as 43 feet (13 meters)! After your memorable swim, sail to Isla Mujeres’ Playa Norte for a beachside lunch. Hotel transport from Cancun and the Riviera Maya included. Don’t miss this unique experience available from May to September only.

You will find no tour like this one. While all other tours only stay for 45 minutes, our tour last between 2 to 3 hours, giving our guests plenty of time to swim, explore and discover their exclusive Cenote. With all tours being private, our passionate guide will take you to a remote (and privately owned) Cenote, called Sac Pool where you will find no other people around except your private group. If you want to discover the caves and caverns of the mystical Cenotes away from mass tourism, led by a knowledgable and passionate guide, we highly suggest you book this tour now. Cenote Sac Pool (privately owned and exclusive tour) - Recommended for all levels - Low to moderate endurance required - Tour length: 2 - 3 hours (all other tours only go for 45 minutes)

Río Secreto Nature Reserve has evolved by adding on to its great adventure with Río Secreto Plus, a unique experience of connection and adventure with Nature. You will experience a journey into the bowels of the Earth, where you will find impressive geological formations that tell the history of our planet. Your tour includes a buffet lunch, hotel pickup and drop-off, all necessary equipment and a professional guide.

Explore the Yucatan’s rich environment and abundant wildlife on this excursion in the Sian Ka’an Biosphere. After a convenient hotel pickup, enjoy the reserve’s numerous activities—diving, sailing, hiking, and a marine safari. Learn from an informative guide about its mangroves, jungle, wetlands, savannah, coral reefs, and blue lagoons, and enjoy a delicious complimentary lunch.

Discover both Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres on this day trip departing from Cancun or Playa del Carmen. Enjoy snorkeling in a coral reef location, watch the birds in a nature sanctuary, and work on that tan on the beach. At Isla Mujeres, explore the shops and the beach at your own pace. Breakfast, lunch, and hotel transport are included.

The tour * Coloradas Mágico * Includes: Shared pick up from your hotel in Playa del Carmen and Cancun Round transportation in mini van with Air Conditioning Box lunch of Fruit, Cookie, Coca Cola and Water. Professional Guide ‍✈️ Visit to the Pink Lagoon Admire the largest group of Flamingos in Yucatán Visit to the Croco Farm Sanctuary Includes delicious food Does not include: Drinks in the Restaurant Note: Customers can bring food and drinks on board

Get your thrills and experience the Yucatan’s marine life on this excursion for experienced divers. Choose your preferred day and enjoy a convenient pickup from select hotels before joining a small group of no more than six. Then, go diving with bull sharks at depths of 80 feet (24 meters). Your tour includes access to a professional guide, boat transportation, oxygen tanks, and weight belts.

The Tour * Magic Holbox * Includes: Pick up shared from your hotel in Playa del Carmen, Round Transportation in Mini Van with Air Conditioning, Lunch Box with fruit, Cookies, Coca Cola and Natural Water. Professional Guide ‍✈️ Upon arriving at the beautiful port of Chiquila we will board our private boats ⛵️to navigate the wonders of this nature reserve Visit to the Bird Sanctuary on Passion Island and Swim in the natural pool "Las Nubes" ⛅️, Welcome shot at the Alma Bar, Golf cart transfers, Full meal facing the sea, Visit the colorful fishing village ⚓️. The # 1 tour to Holbox Island!

For a day of swimming, sunshine, and natural beauty on the Yucatán Peninsula don't miss this private outdoor adventure, with included transportation and a guide to lead the way. After convenient pickup at your hotel, you're whisked to a cenote for a swim, stop at the Rio Lagartos Reserve to check out the wildlife—including hundreds of species of birds—and wrap up your adventure at Las Coloradas to see water colored pink from the plentiful salt.

Drive an all-terrain vehicle through the Maya jungle on an adventure tour of Tulum. Ride off the beaten path to sugar-white beaches alongside the Caribbean Sea and go swimming in a crystal-clear cenote. Select a single or double ATV, or upgrade to extend your tour with a full-day itinerary and explore Tulum’s surroundings like never before.

Explore the ancient Mayan port city of Tulum and swim in a refreshing cenote on an all-day guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel to Tulum and to learn about its impressive seaside ruins from an informative guide. Enjoy a traditional Mayan meal—included in the tour price—and snorkel in a natural underground sinkhole as you marvel at the surrounding rock formations.

Dive alongside bull sharks in Playa del Carmen with a 2-tank dive that's a remarkable chance to see powerful predators in their natural habitat. Bull sharks return each year to breed off the Playa del Carmen coast, and you'll have two opportunities to spot them as they swim in the shallow water. Dive once in an area with a sandy bottom that attracts many bull sharks, then take a second reef dive for even more time in bull shark territory.

A Riviera Maya cenote adventure! Swim and snorkel in two unique cenotes, Cenote Hilarios in a cave and Cenote La Gloria in the lush jungle! Discover the cenotes of the Riviera Maya! A cenote is a natural limestone sinkhole created over thousands of years, a feature unique to the Yucatan Peninsula. The oldest cenotes have collapsed and are open to the sky and jungle. Younger cenotes are still enclosed in caves, creating dramatic landscapes! This Riviera Maya tour brings you to Cenotes Park where you’ll explore two different cenotes. Cenote Hilarios is a young cenote in a cave with spectacular stalactites and stalagmites, it’s like snorkeling in another world! Cenote La Gloria is open and let’s you soak in the jungle vibes.