Tequila Tour in the Mayan Jungle
PRIVATE TOUR: Exclusive tequila tour in the heart of the Mayan jungle! Visit the Tulum ruins and/or swim in a cenote before enjoying a delicious Mexican lunch and a private tequila tasting!
- Exclusive Experience: Just you, your personal local guide, and driver!
- Private Transportation: Convenient pick-up from your hotel or rental.
- Tequila Tasting in a One-of-a-Kind Jungle Spot: Enjoy an exclusive selection from mezcal to tequila blanco, reposado, añejo, and extra añejo—a wide variety to savor!
- Mexican Lunch: Delightful flavors await to accompany your tequila tasting!
- Discover Tulum Ruins or Cenote Swim: Transform your tour into more than just a tequila tasting!
- Set Your Own Pace: Stay longer or move on, the choice is entirely yours.
- All-Inclusive at the Best Price: Transport, guide, 6 samplings of Tequila/Mezcal sampling, entrance fees, lunch & more
Scroll down for detailed info, inclusions and itinerary.
Book your tour now and if your plans happen to change, you can cancel for free up to 24 hours prior to the tour!
- Description
- Price Includes
- General Info
- Itinerary
- What to Bring
- Reviews
Tequila Tour in the Jungle with Tulum Ruins and/or Cenote Swim
If you love tequila, our private Tequila Tour is the perfect experience! Discover how tequila is made in Mexico from blue agave plants and enjoy a tasting of six different types of tequila and mezcal. This tour is both fun and educational — and it starts with a special visit before your tasting!
Authentic Tequila Tasting in a Jungle Palapa
Enjoy your tequila tasting in a traditional palm-roofed palapa, nestled in the jungle at an outdoor bar. This shady Mayan-style shelter offers the perfect setting to relax, take amazing photos, and soak up the unique ambiance of the region.
Tequila Tasting Experience: Sample 6 Types of Tequila and Mezcal
You’ll get to sample six different types of tequila and mezcal, including Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, and Extra Añejo. Learn the difference between tequila and mezcal, how they’re made, and how to recognize their unique flavors. Your private guide will share fun facts and answer all your questions, so you’ll know exactly what to buy or order back home.
Will you prefer the crisp Blanco or the deep complexity of Extra Añejo? Or maybe the smoky taste of mezcal? This is a cultural and educational experience — not just a tequila bar stop!
Visit Tulum Ruins or Swim in a Cenote Before the Tasting
Before your tequila tasting, choose between two amazing activities:
- Explore the Tulum Ruins with your expert guide.
- Swim and snorkel in a nearby cenote, a natural sinkhole with crystal-clear spring water.
Both options offer a unique way to experience the Yucatán’s rich culture and natural wonders.
Want to visit both the ruins and a cenote? That’s possible with a minimum of 4 participants.
Traditional Lunch Before Your Tasting
After your adventure, enjoy a delicious Mexican lunch to fuel up before diving into your tequila tasting experience in the jungle.
Why Choose Our Private Tequila Tour?
Our Tequila Tour blends culture, flavor, and nature in one exclusive experience. It’s perfect for groups of friends or families looking for a day trip that’s both educational and fun — all in a private setting.
So what are you waiting for? Book now and create unforgettable memories with our private Tequila Tasting Tour!
Tequila & Mezcal Brands You May Taste
Selection may vary depending on availability, but here are some of the brands often featured:
- Blanco: Jimador, Herradura, Tulum, Honorable, Luna Azul, Herencia, Arete, Maestro Tequilero, Patron, Gran Tulum Blanco, Arette Blanco
- Reposado: Sauza, Don Julio, Cuervo Traditional, Cuervo Especial, Majalca Reposado
- Añejo: El Jimador, Centinela, Maestro Dobel, 1800, Tierra Noble, Nicho Real, Torero, Arette
- Extra Añejo: Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia, Nicho Real, Azteca, Mis Aguacate, Código 1316, Alacrán, Alto de Amatitan, Arette Gran Clase
- Mezcal: Alacrán, Derrumbes (San Luis Potosí, Michoacán, Oaxaca, Durango, Tamaulipas), Antonio Aguilar Reposado, Fandango
Important Notice
This is an educational tequila tour with tasting. It’s about learning and savoring, not drinking excessively.
Warning:
- According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects.
- Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to drive or operate machinery and may cause health problems.
Price includes
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel with private air-conditioned transportation (Booster car seat and baby car seat available on request)
- Experienced certified private guide
- Cenote entrance fee for the cenote tour option
- Tulum ruins entrance fees (INAH + CONANP + JAGUAR) with pre-purchased tickets for direct entry for Tulum ruins option
- Optional electric shuttle from the parking area to the ruins entrance (750 m / 0.5 mile), for guests who prefer not to walk for Tulum ruins option
- High quality snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, wetsuits, life jackets)
- Cool drinks in the van (water, soda)
- Lunch in a restaurant with one main course a la carte and one bottle of water
- Tequila tasting with 6 sampling
Price excludes
- Ruins: In case you bring a go pro camera, a video camera or a phone with a selfie stick, there is a 60 pesos (around 3USD) per device charged at the entrance of each archeological site, to be paid in pesos (INAH tax) – Drones and Tripods for video/cameras are forbidden.
- Tips
General info
- Private Tour: Only you, the guide and the driver, nobody else!
- Duration: 4/8 hours (check the itinerary tab, as it depends on your pick-up location and tour option)
- Physicality: Easy
- Tequila tasting: Only adults (more than 18yo) can
participate to the Tequila tasting. This tour is an educational tequila
tour with tasting. It’s not about drinking tequila like you might in a
bar.
WARNING: (1) According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcohol beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects. (2) Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to drive a car or operate machinery, and may cause health problems. - Swimming: Basic swimming skills required. This excursion suits everyone from novices to experts. Your guide will be happy to help you to select the best cenote for you and your party according to your expectations and snorkeling skills.
- Cenote tequila Tour: The day of your tour, you can choose one cenote between Jaguar, Nicte Ha, Taak bi Ha or Dos Ojos.
- Tulum ruins + Cenote tequila Tour: The day of your tour, you can choose one cenote between Jaguar, Nicte Ha, Taak bi Ha.
- What’s on the menu? Selection of quesadillas, tacos, empanadas, salbutes, fajitas, grilled chicken, grilled fish, tortas (sandwiches), soup of day, … with vegetarian, fish, shrimp, chicken & meat options. With corn or flour tortillas. We can accommodate special diets and allergies, just let us know!
Itinerary
Our tours are scheduled at the best hours to avoid high traffic and heat on the sites.
The tour duration is based on pick-up and drop-off in Playa del Carmen.
If you are in Tulum, reduce the transportation time by 1 hour for the day.
If you are in Cancun, add 2 hours to the transportation time for the day trip.
CENOTE & TEQUILA TASTING
08:00 Private transportation from your hotel to the jungle
09:00am – 10:30am: Swim and snorkel in cenote
10:30am – 01:00pm: Lunch in a restaurant, Tequila tasting and chill time.
01:00pm – 02:00pm: Transportation to your hotel
We offer an afternoon Cenote – Tequila tasting tour with pick up available from Playa del Carmen and Tulum. Note that cenote will be more crowded in case you select this option.
TULUM RUINS & TEQUILA TASTING:
07:00am: Private transportation from your hotel to Tulum ruins
08:00am – 10:00am: Visit of Tulum ruins
10:00am – 10:30am: Transportation
10:30am – 01:30pm: Lunch in a restaurant, Tequila tasting and chill time.
01:30pm – 02:30pm: Transportation to your hotel
TULUM RUINS, CENOTE & TEQUILA TASTING:
07:00am: Private transportation from your hotel to Tulum ruins
08:00am – 10:00am: Visit of Tulum ruins
10:00am – 10:30am: Transportation
10:30am – 11:30am: Swim in Cenote
11:30am – 02:30pm: Lunch in a restaurant, Tequila tasting and chill time.
02:30pm – 03:30pm: Transportation to your hotel
What to bring
- Beach Towels
- Swimsuit (We recommend wearing it in the morning and feel free to change after snorkeling activities)
- Comfortable shoes for the ruins (We recommend tennis shoes)
- Flip flops or sandals for water activities (Water shoes are optional but can be worn for added comfort)
- Hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen and we recommend wearing a rash-guard/UV-Shirt for water activities*
- Mosquito repellent*
- Camera/Underwater camera/Waterproof case for your phone
- Cash (for tour payment, tips, souvenirs…)
* It is forbidden to apply sunblock and repellent before swimming or
snorkeling activities to prevent water pollution in the cenotes, even if
they are biodegradable products. Compliance with this rule is essential
for the protection of the environment.
You can bring personal belongings you require during the tour (phone,
camera, extra set of clothes…). While you are visiting or snorkeling you
can leave the things you don’t need in the van. Our driver will always
be in the van, so keeping your things safe!
116 reviews for Tequila Tour in the Mayan Jungle
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- Description
- Price Includes
- General Info
- Itinerary
- What to Bring
- Reviews
Tequila Tour in the Jungle with Tulum Ruins and/or Cenote Swim
If you love tequila, our private Tequila Tour is the perfect experience! Discover how tequila is made in Mexico from blue agave plants and enjoy a tasting of six different types of tequila and mezcal. This tour is both fun and educational — and it starts with a special visit before your tasting!
Authentic Tequila Tasting in a Jungle Palapa
Enjoy your tequila tasting in a traditional palm-roofed palapa, nestled in the jungle at an outdoor bar. This shady Mayan-style shelter offers the perfect setting to relax, take amazing photos, and soak up the unique ambiance of the region.
Tequila Tasting Experience: Sample 6 Types of Tequila and Mezcal
You’ll get to sample six different types of tequila and mezcal, including Blanco, Reposado, Añejo, and Extra Añejo. Learn the difference between tequila and mezcal, how they’re made, and how to recognize their unique flavors. Your private guide will share fun facts and answer all your questions, so you’ll know exactly what to buy or order back home.
Will you prefer the crisp Blanco or the deep complexity of Extra Añejo? Or maybe the smoky taste of mezcal? This is a cultural and educational experience — not just a tequila bar stop!
Visit Tulum Ruins or Swim in a Cenote Before the Tasting
Before your tequila tasting, choose between two amazing activities:
- Explore the Tulum Ruins with your expert guide.
- Swim and snorkel in a nearby cenote, a natural sinkhole with crystal-clear spring water.
Both options offer a unique way to experience the Yucatán’s rich culture and natural wonders.
Want to visit both the ruins and a cenote? That’s possible with a minimum of 4 participants.
Traditional Lunch Before Your Tasting
After your adventure, enjoy a delicious Mexican lunch to fuel up before diving into your tequila tasting experience in the jungle.
Why Choose Our Private Tequila Tour?
Our Tequila Tour blends culture, flavor, and nature in one exclusive experience. It’s perfect for groups of friends or families looking for a day trip that’s both educational and fun — all in a private setting.
So what are you waiting for? Book now and create unforgettable memories with our private Tequila Tasting Tour!
Tequila & Mezcal Brands You May Taste
Selection may vary depending on availability, but here are some of the brands often featured:
- Blanco: Jimador, Herradura, Tulum, Honorable, Luna Azul, Herencia, Arete, Maestro Tequilero, Patron, Gran Tulum Blanco, Arette Blanco
- Reposado: Sauza, Don Julio, Cuervo Traditional, Cuervo Especial, Majalca Reposado
- Añejo: El Jimador, Centinela, Maestro Dobel, 1800, Tierra Noble, Nicho Real, Torero, Arette
- Extra Añejo: Jose Cuervo Reserva de la Familia, Nicho Real, Azteca, Mis Aguacate, Código 1316, Alacrán, Alto de Amatitan, Arette Gran Clase
- Mezcal: Alacrán, Derrumbes (San Luis Potosí, Michoacán, Oaxaca, Durango, Tamaulipas), Antonio Aguilar Reposado, Fandango
Important Notice
This is an educational tequila tour with tasting. It’s about learning and savoring, not drinking excessively.
Warning:
- According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects.
- Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to drive or operate machinery and may cause health problems.
Price includes
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel with private air-conditioned transportation (Booster car seat and baby car seat available on request)
- Experienced certified private guide
- Cenote entrance fee for the cenote tour option
- Tulum ruins entrance fees (INAH + CONANP + JAGUAR) with pre-purchased tickets for direct entry for Tulum ruins option
- Optional electric shuttle from the parking area to the ruins entrance (750 m / 0.5 mile), for guests who prefer not to walk for Tulum ruins option
- High quality snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, wetsuits, life jackets)
- Cool drinks in the van (water, soda)
- Lunch in a restaurant with one main course a la carte and one bottle of water
- Tequila tasting with 6 sampling
Price excludes
- Ruins: In case you bring a go pro camera, a video camera or a phone with a selfie stick, there is a 60 pesos (around 3USD) per device charged at the entrance of each archeological site, to be paid in pesos (INAH tax) – Drones and Tripods for video/cameras are forbidden.
- Tips
General info
- Private Tour: Only you, the guide and the driver, nobody else!
- Duration: 4/8 hours (check the itinerary tab, as it depends on your pick-up location and tour option)
- Physicality: Easy
- Tequila tasting: Only adults (more than 18yo) can
participate to the Tequila tasting. This tour is an educational tequila
tour with tasting. It’s not about drinking tequila like you might in a
bar.
WARNING: (1) According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcohol beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects. (2) Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to drive a car or operate machinery, and may cause health problems. - Swimming: Basic swimming skills required. This excursion suits everyone from novices to experts. Your guide will be happy to help you to select the best cenote for you and your party according to your expectations and snorkeling skills.
- Cenote tequila Tour: The day of your tour, you can choose one cenote between Jaguar, Nicte Ha, Taak bi Ha or Dos Ojos.
- Tulum ruins + Cenote tequila Tour: The day of your tour, you can choose one cenote between Jaguar, Nicte Ha, Taak bi Ha.
- What’s on the menu? Selection of quesadillas, tacos, empanadas, salbutes, fajitas, grilled chicken, grilled fish, tortas (sandwiches), soup of day, … with vegetarian, fish, shrimp, chicken & meat options. With corn or flour tortillas. We can accommodate special diets and allergies, just let us know!
Itinerary
Our tours are scheduled at the best hours to avoid high traffic and heat on the sites.
The tour duration is based on pick-up and drop-off in Playa del Carmen.
If you are in Tulum, reduce the transportation time by 1 hour for the day.
If you are in Cancun, add 2 hours to the transportation time for the day trip.
CENOTE & TEQUILA TASTING
08:00 Private transportation from your hotel to the jungle
09:00am – 10:30am: Swim and snorkel in cenote
10:30am – 01:00pm: Lunch in a restaurant, Tequila tasting and chill time.
01:00pm – 02:00pm: Transportation to your hotel
We offer an afternoon Cenote – Tequila tasting tour with pick up available from Playa del Carmen and Tulum. Note that cenote will be more crowded in case you select this option.
TULUM RUINS & TEQUILA TASTING:
07:00am: Private transportation from your hotel to Tulum ruins
08:00am – 10:00am: Visit of Tulum ruins
10:00am – 10:30am: Transportation
10:30am – 01:30pm: Lunch in a restaurant, Tequila tasting and chill time.
01:30pm – 02:30pm: Transportation to your hotel
TULUM RUINS, CENOTE & TEQUILA TASTING:
07:00am: Private transportation from your hotel to Tulum ruins
08:00am – 10:00am: Visit of Tulum ruins
10:00am – 10:30am: Transportation
10:30am – 11:30am: Swim in Cenote
11:30am – 02:30pm: Lunch in a restaurant, Tequila tasting and chill time.
02:30pm – 03:30pm: Transportation to your hotel
What to bring
- Beach Towels
- Swimsuit (We recommend wearing it in the morning and feel free to change after snorkeling activities)
- Comfortable shoes for the ruins (We recommend tennis shoes)
- Flip flops or sandals for water activities (Water shoes are optional but can be worn for added comfort)
- Hat and sunglasses
- Sunscreen and we recommend wearing a rash-guard/UV-Shirt for water activities*
- Mosquito repellent*
- Camera/Underwater camera/Waterproof case for your phone
- Cash (for tour payment, tips, souvenirs…)
* It is forbidden to apply sunblock and repellent before swimming or
snorkeling activities to prevent water pollution in the cenotes, even if
they are biodegradable products. Compliance with this rule is essential
for the protection of the environment.
You can bring personal belongings you require during the tour (phone,
camera, extra set of clothes…). While you are visiting or snorkeling you
can leave the things you don’t need in the van. Our driver will always
be in the van, so keeping your things safe!
116 reviews for Tequila Tour in the Mayan Jungle
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FAQ Tequila Tasting Private Tour
You’ll have a dedicated guide and vehicle all to yourselves—no crowds, no waiting, just a smooth and personalized experience.
No. The driver and guide are two different professionals.
All our tours include a dedicated driver and a separate certified guide.
While some companies offer a guide-driver, we believe this is not safe. Having a driver focused solely on the road and a guide fully dedicated to our guests ensures a safer and higher-quality experience.
The duration varies based on your chosen itinerary and pick up location:
- Tulum ruins + tequila tasting: approximately 6 hours
- Cenote swim + tequila tasting: approximately 6 hours
- Tulum ruins + cenote swim + tequila tasting: approximately 8 hours
Yes, round-trip transportation is included from Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal and Tulum. We’ll pick you up right from your hotel, resort, or Airbnb for a stress-free start to your day.
Please note: we don’t offer pick up from Cancun Playa Mujeres hotels unless your group has 6 or more adults.
Yes, you’re welcome to choose your preferred pick-up time when booking.
That said, we recommend an early morning start to help you beat the crowds, skip the traffic, and enjoy cooler temperatures—it really makes a difference!
In accordance with Mexican law, participants must be at least 18 years old to take part in the tequila and mezcal tasting.
Kids can join the tour, we’ll provide them with refreshing alcohol-free cocktails.
Each adult guest will enjoy 6 samples of tequila and/or mezcal, ranging from blanco (white) to reposado, añejo, and extra añejo.
Absolutely! Non-drinking adults are welcome and can be booked under the "child (5–18 years old)" rate. Instead of alcohol, we’ll provide them with refreshing alcohol-free cocktails.
The tequila and mezcal tasting is held in a private area of a restaurant located in the jungle near Tulum, offering a peaceful and authentic setting for the experience.
No, there are no tequila factories in this region. However, your guide will share plenty of insights about the history, production process, and cultural significance of tequila and mezcal during the tasting experience.
No, this tour is exclusively for tasting—there is no shop on-site.
However, your guide will be happy to recommend local places/website where you can purchase quality tequila or mezcal after the tour.
Yes, we’re happy to accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs or allergies.
After booking, you can let us know your needs by filling out the check-in form—just follow the link in your booking confirmation email.
You can safely leave your belongings in the van—our driver stays with it the entire time while you're out enjoying the activities.
You can cancel free of charge or reschedule (subject to availability) up to 24 hours before your tour.
We’re a small team and often fully booked 1–2 weeks in advance, so we recommend booking early to secure your spot.
Bonus: if you book at least 2 months in advance (60 days), you’ll qualify for our early bird discount*!
For full details, check out our booking policy page.
Alexis –
Arturo was absolutely incredible! It was amazing that we could choose our own cenote and the private tour experience was just the best.
We started our day with a private hotel, pick up where we decided which cenote we wanted to explore. After an amazing time swimming with a private snorkeling guide, Arturo, we had some free time before we headed over to our tequila tasting and lunch. The different types of tequila and Arturo is knowledge about the tequila was very impressive and I definitely found a newfound love and appreciation for tequila.
I’ll highly recommend booking directly with them instead of through a third-party site as we found it to be a better price. I would definitely book with this group again and again specifically the private tours as it was one of the highlights of our trip.
Rose –
Our tour of Tulum with Arturo was absolutely AMAZING! I can’t say enough great things about Arturo – he’s hands down the best tour guide we could have asked for.
Jack –
My wife and I did the 1 cenoté tour and tequila tasting on our honeymoon and had a blast! I would recommend this for true lovers of tequila and mezcal, as we got to try many different delicious flavors. ¡Muy delicioso!
Scott –
Excellent hosts and trip. Cenote was nice. Food and tequila were great. Highly recommend Absolute Adventure Mexico!
GreenMile77 –
A piece of history
Very informative. If you like tequila definitely have a different perspective. Beautiful views of the Maya ruins take lots of photos
Beem03 –
Beautiful experience 🙂
Our tour with Arturo was perfect! He’s witty, knowledgeable and great to chat with. It was mine and my partner’s fourth anniversary and despite the rain, swimming in the cenote was so beautiful and relaxing. We enjoyed every minute spent there. The lunch afterwards was authentic and delicious. Tequila tasting was a lot of fun and tasty as well. A perfect experience!
Francesca –
The best tour !!
We traveled as a bachelorette party and had the best day! Arturo was an amazing tour guide and took us to a beautiful cenote. Gave us history about the area and was very knowledgeable. Him and his assistant also set up an incredible lunch & tequila tasting. Super fun & delicious. Would definitely recommend !!
JF –
The Tequila Tour in the Mayan Jungle adventure was amazing from the start & we never wanted it to end! We were so lucky to have our guide, Arturo. He was the kindest person & made sure we had an amazing time. We swam in the most beautiful cenote, had delicious food at Jaunita’s, tried the best tequilas, and enjoyed a scenery that was beyond expectation. I would do it all again in a heartbeat! LOVED this experience, 10 out of 10, 5 stars, would recommend 100%!
Grace –
This adventure was amazing from the very start & we never wanted it to end! We were so lucky to have our guide, Arturo. He was the kindest person & made sure we had an amazing time. We swam in the most beautiful cenote, had delicious food at Jaunita’s, tried the best tequilas, and enjoyed a scenery that was beyond expectation. I would do it all again in a heartbeat! LOVED this experience, 10 out of 10, 5 stars, would recommend 100%!
Justin –
Great guide, awesome experience!
Alice –
Great experience and a great time! Our group did the cenote and tequila tour. Arturo is an excellent tour guide who was very knowledgeable and provided excellent service. He was personable and made it known that this was our own tour and to take our time. I highly recommend this private tour.
Zach –
Tequila Tasting w/ Cenote. Arturo, our guide, took us to Nicte-Ha to swim and then to an amazing authentic Mexican restaurant where we tasted some amazing tequila as well. 10/10 would recommend booking with Absolute Adventure and especially Arturo!
Avery –
Amazing!! Arturo was amazing!! We took our time and saw beautiful waters and had amazing food and new tequilas. Thank you!
Lana –
100 out of 10! Arturo was our tour guide and Rodrigo was our driver. Not only was the driver very safe in transporting us about 1.5 hours from our resort to the cenotes, but the Arturo was an absolute trip! He was so informative and very easy to get along with. He was probably the best tour guide we have had and we made some unforgettable memories together as a family sand him leading us on our tour. Huge huge thank you to them both!
Jason –
Great private trip . We did Dos Ojos Centos and the tequila tasting. Great experience. Showed up on time. Arturo was a great guide. Will love to see other places !
Roebie –
Super recommended!
The whole day was a great experience with beautiful views and a great lunch. Arturo was an amazing guide and made us feel very comfortable! We opted for an early pick up time which was well worth it since we were the first ones at the cenote.
Vic –
Arturo’s passion for history and tequila truly made our tour unforgettable. His expertise and friendly nature added so much to the experience. 5 stars!
Colin –
Chris was an amazing guide for our tequila tour. His insights and humor made the day unforgettable. 10 out of 10!
Carla –
Chris made our tequila tour an absolute blast! His knowledge and humor made the Tulum ruins and tequila tasting a delight. Highly recommended!
Juliana –
They were amazing and my experience was phenomenal! Arthur helped us. He made us feel comfortable.