Top Playa del Carmen Nature and Wildlife Tours

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.

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.

Our ranch might be small, but it makes a huge difference to many animals, who have previously suffered from abuse and/or neglect. Our horses (and ranch dogs) are our priority, and we will always put their well-being first. That is why we ask our guests to provide detailed information on their ages, heights, weight and levels of experience, as it is of extreme importance to us to make sure we have a suitable horse for you. (Max. weight permitted is 200lbs.) Winner of multiple awards throughout the years (two-fold Winner of the Unique Experience of the Year by the Luxury Travel Guide, Winner of the Boutique Touroperator of the Year by the Luxury Travel Guide and the Travel & Hospitality Award Winner of Excellence in Service, to name a few), our guests can rest assured that they will be in good hands with our Rancho Baaxal Family. Our goal is that you arrive as a guest and leave as a friend, feeling happy and inspired, with the desire to come back to our ranch in the future.

Enjoy a 45-minute exotic camel ride tour in the Caribbean landscapes and follow your guide throughout the jungle and white-sand dunes. Ride along the beach and capture magnificent photographs. This is a family friendly tour that includes safety equipment, free snacks and beverages, and a round-trip transfer from your hotel in Cancun or Riviera Maya.

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.

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.

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.

Not many people realize that The Riviera Maya more specifically Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve is a great spot for bird watching. Along with our knowledgeable birding guide, you will experience a unique birding tour in the middle of the Mayan jungle, hiking to secret places to observe a wide variety of different bird species of the Yucatan Peninsula. A private tour just for you!

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.

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

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)

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.

- Deep clean and sanitize van and equipment (done for every tour). - VIP Private Tour. Just for you. - Get early & avoid the crowds. - Snorkel as never before. - Jump & refresh in an open sky Cenote. - Feel the crystalline cold water of the underground rivers in your body. - Explore a cave. - Snorkel in a turquoise blue water Lagoon. - Eat the best fresh ceviche in the Riviera Maya from local fishermen restaurant. - Everything is done at your pace. No rush. - Customize the schedule if you want.

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!

Enjoy jungle adventures inside the Punta Laguna Nature Reserve on this private 6-hour tour from Cancun. Kayak along a lagoon and admire the rain-forest scenery, zipline through the treetops and follow a guide on a hike in search of the spider monkey. Spot other wildlife including small reptiles and birds, and learn more about the surrounding flora and fauna. Enjoy a light lunch and participate in a Maya ritual before you are chauffeured back to your hotel.

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.

In this tour you will visit the highlights of the Riviera Maya. You'll visit the Tulum ruins, then go snorkeling with turtles in Akumal and finally you'll get to swim in a crystal clear water cenote and visit some caves. Your tour also includes a delicious lunch of typical regional food, all the equipment required for the water activities and round transportation.

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.

We turn to the hotel where we will reach our Tulum station there we will drive you all over the Sian Ka'an biosphere to Punta Allen. There we will have a small tour across the village up to the boat that will take us to do a trip through this beautiful biosphere, in which you will see dolphins playing in their natural habitat and ancestral sea turtles that inhabit the enclosure until we reach the reef where we will snorkel!! In addition, we'll take you to meet a natural sinkhole within our mangroves, at the end of this majestic trip will take you to our beautiful beach to eat a delicious lunch, where for an additional fee, you can enjoy an exquisite lobster. TIPS - Extra money for souvenirs / photos - Swimwear - Towel - Biodegradable sunblock IMPORTANT -Children from 3 to 6 years old - Adult from 7 years - Children under 3 years are free

Our ranch might be small, but it makes a huge difference to many animals, who have previously suffered from abuse and/or neglect. Our horses (and ranch dogs) are our priority, and we will always put their well-being first. That is why we ask our guests to provide detailed information on their ages, heights, weight and levels of experience, as it is of extreme importance to us to make sure we have a suitable horse for you. (Max. weight permitted is 200lbs.) Winner of multiple awards throughout the years (two-fold Winner of the Unique Experience of the Year by the Luxury Travel Guide, Winner of the Boutique Touroperator of the Year by the Luxury Travel Guide and the Travel & Hospitality Award Winner of Excellence in Service, to name a few), our guests can rest assured that they will be in good hands with our Rancho Baaxal Family. Our goal is that you arrive as a guest and leave as a friend, feeling happy and inspired, with the desire to come back to our ranch in the future.

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.

Upon pick up in your hotel lobby, approximately 1 hour drive to marina in cancun where boats are waiting with captain and profesional sailor / guide to Asist all time, cafe, fruits, Ligth breakfast is provided before departure. Sailing for approximately one hour + to whale shark sanctuary (time vary due to natural migration of this great fish) Sandwiches and water are provided on board Snorkeling gear and life jackets also on board are free to use. Go pro cameras and dry suits are aviable for rent at extra cost (optional) 2 jumps to swim with whale sharks, time vary due each one needs and swim abilities. On way back to cancun we stop at isla mujeres to eat shrimp ceviche on the famous north beach of isla. Return to your hotels at 2 pm

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.