Top Activities on the Ground in Cancun

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.

Spend the day enjoying four of Puerto Morelos' signature experiences, with none of the self-drive hassles, on this door-to-door tour. Race an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) over a challenging circuit with rocks, mud and steep descents; fly like a bird on a 6-zipline circuit; ride a horse along a tranquil forest track; and cool off in a cenote. For ease, your package includes lunch and bottled water.

Travel through the Mayan jungle on this action-packed all-day guided tour. Hop on your own ATV (or ride along with a driver) and head to a cenote, an underwater pool, where you can take a refreshing dip. Then fly above the treetops on a ziplining course. A local Mayan lunch is included. Only those 18 years old and above are permitted to drive their own ATV.

Channel your inner vaquero or Mexican Cowboy on a horseback riding tour near Cancun. Traverse Mayan jungle  and enjoy spectacular ocean views as this excursion takes you beyond the city. Your experienced guide will fill you in on the Yucatan's flora and fauna as you go—making it an ideal excursion for nature and wildlife lovers—and all skill-levels are welcome. For a truly authentic experience, don your own cowboy hat and pair of boots. The horses, of course, are provided.

Enjoy four magical experiences for one fantastic price when you book this adrenaline-fueled combo tour. Soar through the treetops on a thrilling 6-zip line tour; put your quad driving skills to work; take a pleasant horseback ride through the lights and shadows of the jungle, and dive into the cool waters of a Mayan cenote. For greater comfort, the package includes lunch, flavored water and transfers.

Adventure through the Yucatan peninsula's jungle during this tour that combines horseback riding and swimming in a cenote. You're provided with snacks, towels, water, and all necessary horseback riding equipment. Round-trip transportation from Playa del Carmen or Cancun included.

Discover the ruins at Chichen Itza on this Skip the line tour and avoid crowds, heat (98°F) and humidity (65%) with this early morning Access. Experience the majesty of the entire Chichen Itza site and receive personalized attention from your professionally certified guide. After the tour you will enjoy a lunch buffet. If you prefer, you can choose the "Chichen Itzá Plus DELUXE" option with upgrade and in addition to the visit to Chichén Itzá (not early access) visit Valladolid and get the chance to swim in a Cenote. Make the most of your day with this full experience. We care about your safety and we guarantee a safe route by toll road. Learn about Mexico's past through your guide's insightful commentary about one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.

The Yucatan Peninsula offers visitors a treasure trove of history, from the pre-Columbian archeological sites of the Maya civilization, to 16th century towns settled by the Spanish. Experience this history firsthand with a full-day tour from Cancun or the Riviera Maya. See the ancient Maya site Chichen Itza (admission not included) the pyramid of Kukulcan, and explore the architecture in Valladolid. After a busy day exploring, refresh yourself in the waters of the Saamal, and enjoy a delicious buffet meal.

This Cancun tour is ideal for visitors who are short on time but don't want to skimp on the fun. Combine favorite activities into a single, adventure-filled outing in the wilderness just outside of Cancun. Ride through the jungle on a well-trained horse, go swimming in a cenote, and take a quick zipline canopy tour through the rain forest, all in just a matter of hours.

Taste your way through Cancun’s best tacos with this guided culinary adventure. After convenient hotel pickup, enjoy skip-the-line access with a local insider and savor a variety of delicious tacos—Mexico City and Yucatecan style, “al pastor” and “surtido.” Sip a cold one with your meal—four are included in the tour price—gobble up a complimentary churro, and take in the lovely sounds of an authentic Mariachi band.

Get door to door service and a chance to snorkel in the Mexican Caribbean during this 4.5-hour boat excursion from Cancun. Relax on board the comfortable boat and enjoy included refreshments, then go ashore in Isla Mujeres to check it out. Pickup and drop-off from Cancun hotels is included.

Parasail above Cancun's tropical coastline during this thrilling activity. Pull-on a safety harness and listen to a short safety briefing, then fly safely up to heights of 240 feet (80 meters). See the ribbon of Cancun's white sand beach stretched out below you and enjoy a panoramic view of Isla Mujeres, the hotel zone, and the turquoise Nichupté Lagoon.

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.

Escape for the day to Xcaret, Mexico's ecological and archeology park located in Riviera Maya. On this full-day trip from Cancun to Xcaret, swim in a lagoon, snorkel in the clear aqua waters of the Caribbean, and discover a network of subterranean rivers. Watch for monkeys, birdlife, and butterflies as you stroll through the jungle at Xcaret and take tours of the ancient Mayan archaeological sites. After the sun sets, enjoy folkloric entertainment that highlights the ancient Mayan culture around Cancun, Mexico. This Xcaret outing includes pickup and drop-off at most hotels in Cancun.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

Explore the natural delights of the Yucatan on a coastal jungle tour from Cancun. You have the chance to drive a boat past lush mangroves, and you’ll visit Punta Nizuc Reef to go snorkeling and swimming among tropical fish and coral. Use of all equipment is included.

Experience the jungle like you've never seen it before on this fascinating tour combined with direct transfers from select hotels to save time. Zip through the treetops on a zip line circuit; drive a quad over ramps, mud, rocks and much more; ride a horse while enjoying beautiful views, and cool off in a Mayan cenote. Recharge your batteries with lunch, water and flavored water.

Step into the world of swashbuckling pirates and Spanish galleons with tickets for 3-hour Captain Hook dinner cruise from Cancun. Sit down to a gourmet dinner and enjoy an evening of pirate tales, dancing, entertainment, then see a live-action battle at sea. This 3-hour dinner cruise includes access to an open bar, with air-conditioned indoor seating as well as an open-air dance floor and deck.

Discover the essence of the ancient Maya civilization on this full-day excursion to Coba and the Tulum ruins. This Cancun Super Saver takes you to explore Tulum's ruins with an expert guide, then jump into a rejuvenating underground cenote. Tour Coba, a once-thriving Maya village deep in the rain forest. Enjoy Yucatanean specialties at a buffet lunch and round-trip transportation from your Cancun hotel. Mayan pyramid Nohoch Mul is still visited. But Travelers will not be able to climb it due to the pandemic restrictions.  

Experience three must-do Riviera Maya activities in just one day by booking this small-group combination tour from Cancun. You'll soar through the air on a zip line, drive over rugged terrain in an ATV, and have a refreshing swim in a cenote. An included lunch ensures that you keep your energy up for the adventures.

Unfold the mysteries of the Mayan jungle on this thrilling adventure that starts with a ride along forest trails on a beautifully cared for horse. Roar along a rugged muddy track in an all-terrain vehicle (ATV), fly through the canopy on one of the area's safest circuits, and refresh yourself in a Mayan cenote. For ease, your activity includes lunch, water and round-trip transfers, with pickup from select hotels.