Visiting Playa Del Carmen? Considering visiting Tulum on a private tour? See the best of both worlds on a private tour with a friendly and experienced ToursByLocals guide!

Find the perfect itinerary below, or customize your own tour between Playa Del Carmen and Tulum and see and do exactly what you want, at your own pace.

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Explore Caverns Cenotes and Tulum Beach in a Private Boat Shore Excursion

Come with me and experience the Magic of the Mayan undergrounds!

On this tour, I show you my favorite swimming and cliff jumping place into fresh water cenotes in the Tulum area. We'll visit 3 cenotes ! Two small caverns with mineral formations and another huge open one with all sizes cliff jumps for all ages.

Then we jump on a private boat for an hour panoramic tour to see the Tulum Mayan temples from the sea and snorkel in the reef with beautiful fishes, stingrays and turtles in their natural habitat.

You have time to enjoy this breathtaking beach so you can have a wonderful time and create beautiful memories from your visit to my city.

-Cenotes entrances 
-Equipments
-Private panoramic boat tour
-Reef snorkeling
-Purified cold water 

Open Cenote and cliff jumps in crystal clear water :)

Caverns, crystal waters and so many colors with the natural holes :)

Maybe some unforgetable encounters and memories :)

Our visit to see the temples from the sea ! fresher fun :)

Quite a beach ! with the boats we use. We stay in the bay so it quite an esy ride :)

This open cenote and a secret passage for you to find it :)

easy departure as this is a private boat just for us :)

These fresh water caverns are so amazing :)

Amazing view of Tulum temples from the nice and cool boat

No group size limit as long as you all know each other :)

So many cliff jumps and all hights for all ages :)

We always stay inside the bay for an easy ride

Swimming, jumping and snorkeling Half-day tour with a local guide :)

Riviera Maya Taylor made tour with private transportation

If you are planning some unique, different, out of the "pre-established" tours let me know and I will do whatever is needed to make it happen, I'm ready to join you in this specific journey, whatever is on your mind I will be more than happy to assist you with my local knowledge, expertise, logistics, driving, guiding. . . anything, you just need to give me some details.

We can do a combination of archaeology, cenotes, adventure, shopping, clubbing, or just driving and walking around discovering more of the local life, enjoying freely, without rushing or worrying about nothing.

I would love to hear from you to help you plan your day according to your expectations, let's go for it!

Price and time is considered starting at Playa del Carmen, if you are staying at a different location let me know, an extra charge can apply.
This tour includes transportation, in case you already have a rental car and using it let me know and we can meet somewhere, I will discount the vehicle from the tour price.

Archaeological Mayan sites, Cenotes, Parks, Shopping, you pick!!!

Tailor-Made Adventure Exploring the Peninsula's Hidden Gems.

Are you ready to bring your dream destination to life? I'm here to make your adventure extraordinary.

Picture iconic sites like Chichen Itza, Ek Balam, Tulum, Coba, and Muyil - just the start!

Snorkel, explore cenotes, coral reefs, and island-hop to Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, or Holbox. Stroll through charming colonial towns like Valladolid, or Izamal, and experience the enchanting Pink Lakes of Mexico - the options are limitless!

Our journey spans the mesmerizing Yucatan peninsula. Whether it's hidden gems or crowd-free timing, I've got you covered. Discover handpicked dining, top swimming spots, cozy stays, and a plethora of activities, all flawlessly arranged for your seamless vacation. Let's journey as explorers, unveiling new horizons together.

Get set to enjoy the magic of exploring the Yucatan Peninsula - let's go!

Toll Route fee and any other fixed costs as part of the base price

Your Personalized Adventure Awaits...Private Tour Experience in Cancun

Chichen itza is the most emblematic archaeological site of the Mayan civilization, an impressive architecture full art, history and culture. We will visit all corners of Chichén Itzá and I will reveal to you all of its mysteries, This is a place that you can not miss if you visit México.

Later we will visit the colonial town of Valladolid a city transformed through history by the Spanish conquest, I will take you to discover the local lifestyle and its authentic colonial style architecture and the Mayan handicrafts.

Food is always very important in my tours. You will have the opportunity to try the best of delicious Mexican food and regional Mayan dishes, I will take you to the best restaurant in Valladolid, thanks to my local experience it will be an unforgettable experience.

My favorite part of the tour will be swimming in the refreshing waters of the cenotes, This place is managed by a local Mayan family and it is not very visited by tourists so it will be a more authentic and private experience!

Discover one of the "New 7 Wonders of the World" in this full day tour

Chichen Itza, Valladolid and Stunning Cenote

Chichén Itzá is a well-known archaeological site and has been selected by UNESCO a World Heritage site since July 7, 2007, and the second most visited archaeological site in Mexico.

Visit a kind of archaeological dream that will take you among sensational monuments full of questions even today: the Ball Court, the road that leads to the Sacred Cenote, the sculptures of the god Chaac, the relieves of the House of the Nuns or the heads of the Feathered Serpent (Quetzalcóatl or Kukulcán).

Chichen Itza has played an important role in understanding Mayan and Mexican history making it a top tour in the Riviera Maya and an excellent local experience.

After Chichen Itza, we drive to the colonial town of Valladolid. We will walk through its historical streets, enjoy a tasty lunch and go souvenir shopping for local products at the artisans' markets.

Visit one of the seven wonders of the world and walk through a colonial town!

Tour to Chichen Itzá and Valladolid!

Snorkeling with Turtles, authentic Tacos and out of the crowds Cenote

If you want to avoid the crowds, swim with turtle, have the most local "Tacos de canasta" and chill into a beautifull Cenote, this is for you!
Akumal Turtle Bay is a preserved area in the Caribean sea, hosting all year long a large population of juvenile and adult marine turtles. The abundance of Seagrass beds provides food for mostly Green Turtles and occasionally Hawksbill turtles. This is a great chance for a magical encounter with those elegant and endangered reptiles.
To regain energy, we will stop at one the most historical, traditionnal and loved by locals taco restaurant after a quick drive.
Fenally, and to finish our experience, we will head to the jungle to enter into one special and beautifull fresh water Cenote allowing us to relax and take beautifull shots, without heving to worry about the crowds of the most famous Cenotes.

A Green turtle catching its breath facing Akumal beach

A calm barracuda in a shallow spot inside Akumal Bay

Magical and close encounter during the snorkeling activity in Akumal turtle bay

Because they are moving in the bay looking for food, sometimes the race is on!

The magnificient colors of the jungle reflected on the Cenote water surface

Discover Akumal Turtle bay, eat at the most local and authentic Tacos cabaña and relax into an uncrowded Cenote

Discover the beautiful view from the old Maya city of Tulum, built in front of the Caribbean Sea, and discover one off the ecxclusives Cenotes in Riviera Maya.

I really like to start this activity as early as possible, like this we really have an authentic experience avoiding crowds, I been working as a local guide for a long time and this is one of my preferred places due to its amount of history and heritage, our Cenote is also one of the best spots, a super nice cavern where we swim for one hour.

Our day finishes with a tasty lunch and lots of great memories.

Discover it!!!

Discovering Tulum & Cave in Riviera Maya in a private trip

Tulum & Cenote Private Tour

Tulum & Underground River Private Day Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen or Tulum

Let me take you for a private day tour to the archaeological site of Tulum and the underground river at the riviera maya with your own driver/guide and Mercedes Benz class V AMG sports model, AC, leather seats, 6 passengers plus driver in English, Spanish, German, Dutch, or French.

Pick up by driver/guide and transfer to the archaeological site of Tulum. Tulum is located at the Caribbean coast. The most famous structures are the temple of the descending God and the temple of the frescoes.

The site is bordered at one side by the sea and the three other sides by a wall. We continue our tour after our visit of Tulum through the jungle where no big tour buses can enter to a spectacular underground river where we can admire the stalactites and stalagmites. We pass through the river walking and swimming.

For more than 6 people, message me for a tailored offer.

Archeological Site of Tulum
National Park

Join me and let's explore the Caribbean Coast, Famous Temples, and an underground river on a tour with your local guide -

Enter a unique, splendid calm beach with your loved ones or by yourself and snorkel on the 2nd biggest reef barrier of the world!

Join me in this tour to enjoy one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mayan riviera, where you will have the chance to snorkel in a wonderful, safe and shallow reef and enjoy a life remembering day!
This is the place where few locals go to have some time for themselves and relax. Also it is a pet friendly beach.
You will learn from the wildlife and suroundings and will experience real paradise.
All in all, a great spot for a perfect getaway!
My name is Alex, I'll be your guide for the day and I will show you the heart of the local community, we can savor authentic cuisine, immerse in vibrant culture, encounter marine wonders and all while ensuring your safety and providing the utmost hospitality!

Fee for transportation, safe beach entry and beachclub included
Briefing to snorkel
Guide and snorkeling gear!

Your getaway to beach heaven!

A Full-Day in Paradise. Where Dreams Become reality!

Chichén-Itzá - The Private Full Day Tour

One of the new 7 wonders of the new world, along with the Chinese wall, the Taj Mahal and others, the majesty of Chichén Itza involves the city that has a giant solar clock. Here, we will find the mixture of 2 cultures the Mayan and Toltec.

We'll find a pyramidal basement of 35 meters where the equinoxes will show us the ARCHAEASTRONOMICAL wisdom that pre-Hispanic cultures had without a telescope, as well as the largest ball game field and descriptions in rock engravings of decapitations. . . we do not know if these were of the winners or the losers.

Inside of the site we'll see the handcraft makers with the best prices that you can found all over the region please do not bargain with them the money that you pay goes directly to the families.

Coming to Chichen- Itza is a great experience were you'll enjoy the history behind it and where we will also learn about the cenote sacrifices, you can be a volunteer if you want!

Overall I guarantee it will be an unforgetable experience for you and family.

entrance to cenota and archealogical site

One of the NEW 7 wonders of the world

Private visit on TULUM Coastal Mayan Ruins and jungle CENOTE

Get ready for an incredible complete Mayan experience!

Tulum Mayan Ruins are one of my favorites, I'll share some secrets behind one of the best-preserved coastal Maya sites. I'll take you to my personal best spots for pictures all along the coastline, so you can enjoy the stunning cliffside views, I would love to take you nice
I have a professional camera, if you want I can take it with me for taking you nice picutres, let me know.
Then on the Jungle, just 15 minutes from Tulum, you'll get to swim in part the longest cave in Mexico, and second in the world! (length of 197 miles as of January 2016 QRSS)

This cenote have a cave area where I can show you while I point the light on the beautiful underwater formations, there are turtles and fishes that you can see there, I will bring snorkleing masks so you enjoy this unique views.

*There are toilets and showers at the place.

*This is per person coast for admission tickets.

The best way to see wildlife is on them ecosystem, many birds, butterflies, small mamals and reptiles around the Ruins!

Archaeology is one of my pasions, and I will be very happy to share with you Tulum history.

While we were exploring the cave a traveler told me "is like being in a fantasy movie".

Visit this unique Mayan Ruins and Swim on the crystalline Cenote's water in a full-day experience.

The Mayan city presides over a cliff on a spectacular coastline. One can only imagine what the mayan inhabitants must have felt every morning when the sun rises and that is what I want you to experience.

After our walk through the archeological site where I will talk you through the magical stories of this period, we will make a stop in a nice restaurant for lunch, you get to choose from different options like Chicken Fajitas, Beef Fajitas, Grilled Fish, Beef or Chicken Tacos, there something for every taste!

Last activity and one of my favourite things, cenote swiming. I want to take you to this hidden gem place that I know. Its an undergournd cave/river. . . it is AWESOME. So make sure to bring swimsuit and a towel.

Once we are done with the swiming, tired but very happy and satisfied, we start our way back to your hotel.

A mayan archelogical site next to the caribbean and cenote swimming

Tulum Archaeological Site Bundle

Yucatan Highlights Private 4 Days Tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen or Tulum

Private trip of four days visiting archeological sites, attractions and nature reserves of the Yucatan: Ek Balam, Convent of Izamal, Merida, Corchito, Xcambo, Telchac, Choco Story, Sotuta de Peon, Uxmal, Celestun, Chichen Itza, and a cenote (water sinkhole) with your own driver/guide and private vehicle in English, Spanish, German, Dutch, or French.

• Transportation in private vehicle with English, Spanish, German, Dutch or French speaking driver/guide
• Trip according to program in a mini-van or car with A/C
• All entrance fees to archeological sites, museums and attractions as per itinerary
• 03 overnight at a good middle class hotel with shower, toilet, A/C.
• 03 American breakfast
• Tips for bellboys and room maids
• Water aboard the vehicle

4 thrilling days

Cenotes are pristine, crystal-clear sinkholes that are unique to the Yucatan peninsula. During this adventure you will have the opportunity to explore three different cenotes!

Are you a nature lover? Then join me on this adventure to explore beautiful sink holes in the Maya jungle! I will share facts about the formation of the cenotes as well as tales about their special part in the lives of locals.

Immerse yourself in the crystalline waters of the limestone cave, and marvel at the natural wonders that lie beneath the surface.

You will be blown away by the vibrant hues and the remarkable clarity of the pristine open sinkhole.

There is also a stop for the adventurous spirit! We will visit an open cenote where you can zip-line and cliff jump! 

Too much of a thrill for you? No problem! You can just swim and relax in the Maya “fountain of youth”, surrounded by lush jungle!

Experience diversity of water sinkholes, each offering a unique experience! 

Three Cenotes Half-Day Tour in Quintana Roo

I combined two unique adventures into one that includes snorkeling at a cenote and visiting the famous ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum. I'm a professional and certified bilingual guide and I will have a comfortable transportation and all the ingredients for an unforgettable day! all you need is a towel, camera and a sense of adventure!

Tulum is one of the last ceremonial centers the Mayans built and well preserved. I will take you around the structures and the fabulous beach area at the same time that I explain you about this magnificient site. Tulum stands out from other sites as it is situated on the side of a cliff, the turquoise blue water lies 40 feet below.

Cenote Minotauro is great for everyone! We can swim and snorkel its crystal clear waters and marvel with beautiful formations like stalagmites and stalactites.

Admission to Cenote including professional guide and life vest

Visit a Maya ceremonial center and Swim at one of the top ten Cenotes of the Riviera Maya

Tulum & Cenotes

Embark on an unforgettable journey with my exclusive Tulum tour, where ancient history meets natural beauty. Discover the breathtaking archaeological site of Tulum, perched on cliffs overlooking the turquoise Caribbean Sea. With a private guide, delve into the secrets of the ancient Maya, exploring their magnificent temples and rich culture.

Afterward, experience adventure at Parque Tankah, where you can swim in crystal-clear cenotes, kayak  and hike stunning trails. Enjoy a delicious, traditional meal that brings Yucatán’s flavors to life.
This is not just a tour; it's an immersive cultural experience designed for those who seek to connect deeply with the history and beauty of the region. 

Book now and create lasting memories in one of Mexico’s most enchanting destinations! This tour can be customized according to your requests.

Archeological site and wristband access to natural park

Access to cenotes park, zip lines circuit and traditional buffet lunch with drinks included. 

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