Are you looking for some exciting and adventurous activities to make your vacation memorable? Look no further! There are plenty of fun activities you can indulge in during your trip to the Riviera Maya, Mexico, and here are our top 5!
We start our Riviera Maya: Top 5 Things to Do list with one of the best. Cenotes, whether above ground or below, are one of the most enchanting things to do in the local area. Fresh cold water pools are created all over our region due to erosion of the limestone that, over time, collapses and creates swiss cheese-like holes through the ground. For the last 20 years, divers have been exploring and mapping these underground caverns.
They have been featured in National Geographic and have delighted visitors since people started visiting the region. Cenotes can be found in three forms. A natural water pool, an underground cave that you can explore and swim through certain spots that have water, or a dry cenote, that once had water but now are like underground caves.
Cenote Cristalino is for nature lovers who want a refreshing dip in amazing, clear water. Perfect for family groups, and fun!
Buuts Ha Cenote Club is wow for those who want to feel bougie, and party. The drinks are great and the atmosphere is unbeatable.
Taak Bi Ha, if you want to expierence cenotes on another dimension, go underground. Tak be ha is one of those cenotes that is not super visited and still makes it a great location to blow the mind of your kids or take some amazing photos.
Snorkeling in itself is an exhilarating experience, but snorkeling with turtles takes it to a whole new level. Swimming alongside these gentle creatures is an unforgettable experience that you will cherish forever. There are several places around the world where you can snorkel with turtles, but the best spots in the Riviera Maya, are Akumal and then by Tulum ruins. Not only do you get to interact with turtles in their natural habitat, but you also get to see colorful fish, vibrant coral reefs, and other marine creatures.
The Mayan civilization is one of the most fascinating cultures in history, and exploring their ruins is an excellent way to learn about their ancient civilization. The Mayan ruins are scattered throughout Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala, and each site has its unique charm. You can visit famous sites like Chichen Itza, Tulum, or Ek Balam and marvel at the intricate architecture and the rich history of this ancient civilization. Exploring Mayan ruins is not only fun but also educational.
Our personal top ruins is Ek Balam, the site is small, located out toward Valladolid, which is a perfect excuse to try some amazing traditional yucatecan food, and learn about the history of the Yucatan.
The site is one of the few that have restored carvings that really give you a sense of the stunning beauty of the ruins. It is also the last ruin that you can still climb.
Our 2nd favorite ruin to visit is Tulum, you cannot help but stop on your vacation in the Riviera Maya. The best times to arrive at the ruins are very early in the morning or at about 3:30 pm. If you choose the latter timing, usually there is almost no one there in the lower seasons. You will be able to see the beautiful liquid blue of the Caribbean set against the ruins and its amazing views ,and it creates better pictures.
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Our surpising last pick is Muyil ruins. There are a couple of reasons we love this location. One it is wonderfully ignored by most tourists. It is in the jugle about an hour past Tulum situated near a magical canal you can float down after a short boat ride. The ruins themselves are large and magestic and if you go on our tour you can enjoy the shade and just be awed that this large site sits so covered.
You traverse the ruins site, and come along a little wooder walk way where you will see local flora and fauna eventually ending up right at the boat launch location. There are limited spaced into the reserve for the boats so I highly reccomend you reserve your location in advance.
Rent a private boat and exploring the pristine waters. Escape the crowds and enjoy the beauty of nature in peace. With a private boat rental, you can also stop at wonderful reefs, and explore the stunning coastline.
Renting a private boat can be affordable and super fun. In the Riviera Maya you can find wonderful private romantic dinners or private day charters that can range from $130 USD per person to $450 USD.
This activity is perfect for those who want to enjoy some privacy and relax amidst the spectacular scenery, enjoy nature at its best, or even dance you day away on a boat
You have come all the way to the Riviera Maya, a place known for its fabulous beaches and amazing water. Going to the beach is a must; and our favorite of the top 5 things to do, no explanation is needed.
The best Beach Club in Tulum, according to us, is a long-existing beach club that has not changed hands or become overtly sheek, it is affordable with good food, and has a nice staff. Our winner is the Playa Paraiso Beach Club. The club has incredible views of the ocean and just a short walk down to the best views of the Tulum Ruins from the ocean. You can also board a local panga, or a small fisherman’s boat, and get even better views from the sea.
Our favorite beach in the region is Xpu-ha. The Xpu-ha beach has silky white sand and is one of the prettiest beaches along the coast. There are a number of beach restaurants where you can enjoy lunch or beach chairs with a minimum consumption amount. You can enjoy beach massages or just float in the ocean.
Another local beach favorite is Xcacel Beach, which is along the highway about 3/4 of the way to Tulum heading from Playa Del Carmen.
This is a beach that is a protected area used for turtle protection and turtle releases. You can enter this wild beach for a donation of about $100 pesos a person, and there is also a cenote on the land where you can take a quick jump into.
At this beach, there are restrictions. No sunblock, and you can bring water and fruit. It is definitely worth a visit. Don’t miss a jump in the cenote there as well.
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