6 Playa del Carmen VIP Tours Worth Booking

1.VIP Chichen Itza Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,782 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $285Our pick

Leave your Riviera Maya hotel around 6:30 a.m. with a private guide such as Abraham, Carlos, or Heriberto. Explore Chichen Itza before the worst heat, swim at Cenote San Lorenzo Oxman, and eat a la carte in Valladolid. Your vehicle, admissions, water, and lunch are included.

“This was a private tour of Chichen Itza, Oxman cenote and lunch in Valladolid. We had a Mercedes car, which was very comfortable for the two of us. Juan Benicio, our driver and guide, was very punctual, and had a lot of information to share, in an engaging way. He had a lot of stories to tell as well about his archaeological experience. We also left Cancun early so we got to Chichen Itza just after it opened, but it did get very busy very quickly. The site is great, though the large crowds and tour buses does detract - so it was extra nice to have a private tour.…”

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2.VIP Tulum Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 492 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $205

Start early with a private guide such as Isaac, Juan, Abraham, or Israel at Tulum’s coastal ruins, then swim at open-air Cenote Xunaan Ha and explore the cave passages of Cenote Taak Bi Ha. Hotel pickup, transport, entry fees, water, and snorkel gear are included.

“Our guide Israel did a fantastic job with our tour! He was patient and so incredibly knowledgeable. We loved the cenotes and learning about the culture in general! Highly recommend!”

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3.Riviera Maya Luxury Sunset Sailing plus Light Dinner and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 424 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $109Best value

Board a luxury catamaran at Puerto Aventuras Marina for a two-hour sunset sail along the Riviera Maya. Enjoy an open bar, fruit and charcuterie, attentive bilingual crew, and hotel transfers. Ask for crew members such as Paola, Mario, Martin, or Celine, and expect an adults-oriented evening with up to 34 people aboard.

“Overpriced for what we got. Too many people on the boat. Not a whole lot of sitting room on the bow. Charcuterie was so so Didn’t spend much time out on the water since the seas were a bit rough but we loved the ride”

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4.Half-Day Luxury Sailing Experience in Tulum with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 250 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $149

Sail from the Tulum area toward Puerto Aventuras on a four-hour catamaran outing with crew-led snorkeling, paddleboards, lunch, and an open bar. Guides such as Matt, Mateo, Clement, and José are praised for friendly service, but pickup timing, weather changes, and the extra dock fee need attention.

“Was an amazing trip the staff were lovely the whole experience was magical one of the best days of our trip”

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5.Cozumel Luxury Sailing & Snorkeling with Lunch and Open Bar Onboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 244 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Join Cancun Adventures for a catamaran day from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel, with snorkeling, swimming, paddleboards, lunch, and an open bar. Guides such as Hugo and Diego have earned praise for patient instruction, while the ferry, early pickup, and limited island time require careful planning.

“Had a great time on the boat! The process was a little involved, but had a great time in the end. They pick you up from your hotel, then drive you down to a pharmacy / gift shop to checkin and get a ferry ticket. Then you need to walk down to the dock (about half a mile) where you take a sea ferry to Cozumel island (about 30 minute ride). When you get off the ferry make sure your wrist band is visible and the team will flag you down (they are close to where you exit the ferry). The catamaran boat docks and boards everyone. Getting there is…”

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6.4H Luxury 44′ Catamaran All-Inclusive in Tulum & Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 129 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Sail from Puerto Aventuras to In-Ha reef on a private 44-foot catamaran for up to 15 people. Fernando and his crew serve drinks, snacks, ceviche, and lunch while you snorkel, fish, or relax onboard. Bring dietary requests forward when booking.

“Overall it was a good experience. There were just a few things that needed improving. There were ants in the kitchen area. I think it is time for extermination. The boat needs a little updating, but still comfortable. The food was good and plenty of it. The staff was nice and made sure we were taken care of. Also, it is important to say that prior to the trip, I communicated with the staff often and they responded promptly and was able to accommodate my requests.”

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