Tulum ruins & Snorkeling in Cenote Private Tour
When it comes to the Riviera Maya, there are two things every visitor simply must do: visit one of the area’s impressive Mayan archaeological sites and take advantage of its breathtaking natural beauty.
With our Tulum Cenote Tour, you’ll be able to check both things off of your list in a single day, and you’ll enjoy them even more because our private tours allow you to avoid the crowds in order to have a much more personal experience.
Our private guided Tulum Cenote tour starts with a visit to the Mayan ruins of Tulum, one of the most important Mayan archaeological sites in existence. It was primarily used as a trading hub, where everything from precious stones to chocolate and textiles were traded.
Due to its prime coastal location, it also offers some of the world’s finest views of the Caribbean Sea. As you explore the ruins, your guide will point out highlights like the main temple and the impressive Temple of the Frescoes, where you can see ancient Mayan artwork.
Our next stop is one of the Yucatán Peninsula’s famous cenotes, underground caves that formed from rainwater eroding limestone for centuries. One of the best ways to enjoy the natural beauty of the Riviera Maya is to go snorkeling in cenote in their crystal clear waters.
It’s a fun, relaxing activity that is perfect for everybody since there are no waves/current to contend with. We also provide all the equipment you need, with a professional guide to show you around! Best of all, the cool, refreshing water is one of the best and most beautiful ways to escape the constant heat for a while.
After you’ve fully explored the cenote, we’ll end the tour by stopping at a local restaurant in the jungle where you can enjoy a delicious traditional meal.
Itinerary
Our tours are scheduled at the best hours to avoid high traffic and heat on the sites.
07:00am Private transportation from your hotel to Tulum
Discover the benefits of early departure to visit Tulum
08:00am – 10:00am: Visit of Tulum ruins
10:00am – 10:30am: Transportation
10:30am – 12:00pm: Snorkeling in cenote
12:00pm – 01:00pm: Lunch in a restaurant
01:00pm – 02:00pm: Transportation to your hotel
Itinerary is based on a departure from Playa del Carmen.
Pick up time is recommended time to avoid the crowds. We can leave later if you want to.
This tour doesn’t include Tulum centro/Tulum beach-hotel areas. Only Tulum Mayan ruins.
What to bring
- Resusable water bottle: at Tulum Ruins, it is forbidden to enter the ruins with plastic water bottles. If you wish to bring water for the visit, please bring your own reusable water bottle. We’ll have water in the van for you to fill or refill.
- 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…)
- Ruins: In case you bring a go pro camera, a video camera or a phone with a selfie stick, there is a 50 pesos (less than 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.
* 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!
Bart –
Absolute Adventure Mexico is the perfect company to book your private tours. They were so helpful and saved us a lot of money. Our guide, Joshua, gave us a tour in English and Spanish so my Spanish high school students were able to hear and practice their language skills. We were short on time so they helped us design the best tour to see as much as possible in the few hours we were off the cruise ship. We visited Tulum and cenotes and they gave us lunch on the run to get us back in time for the cruise. We would recommend this company and love to go back to visit more of Mexico with them.
Karen –
Private tour with an amazing guide.
We booked 2 private tours with Absolute Adventure after reading several reviews. Both were amazing experiences. We were fortunate enough to have Arturo as our guide for both tours. The first tour was to visit the Ancient Mayan Ruins in Tulúm. Arturo was very knowledgeable and informative all while keeping us engaged. He made the tour fun and even takes the best pictures! The second tour we took was to Dos Ojos. To be honest I was a bit nervous about going into a bat cave but Arturo made sure I was comfortable and to be honest, there was nothing to worry about. The tour was amazing. We could take as much time as we wanted. If you want to stay away from the crowds this company made sure we were one of the first ones at each tour. I would definitely recommend this company. Also Arturo is a gem. Hope you will be lucky enough to have him as your guide.
Stacy –
This was truly the only tour we needed to do & a highlight of our trip to the Mayan Riviera. Our driver Enrique safely navigated us through the busy roads & then stayed with the van keeping our belongings safe. Arturo, the most engaging & knowledgeable guide ever, showed us around the Tulum ruins. By using them, we avoided the crowds, an absolute must! Our next stops were 2 cenotes recommended by Arturo. They were truly magical & we are still talking about them! All this was finished off with an authentic Mayan lunch owned by a Mayan family. We highly recommend Absolute Adventures, it’s worth the splurge!
Matthew –
We will use again and tell our friends!
Carlos –
We did a private tour to Tulum and Cenote swim. Arturo our guide was amazing, knowledgeable with great insights from Tulum. He was flexible and patient with our youngest who is on the spectrum. This is the only way to go after seeing all the other big tours. I would recommend Absolute Adventure for any of your tours.
Matina –
An enjoyable tour we won’t forget!
Arturo was our guide through Tulum, lunch and a snorkeling swim in a Cenote. He was so knowledgeable and made our tour interesting and fun. He knew so much about the ruins of Tulum, we learned alot and even discovered the Mayan words we still use today! Lunch was delicious and we relied on him for ordering as well, I got the mole special, very good. Then we swam and snorkeled in a lovely cenote and discovered things about them. It was the perfect ending to a day full of memories. We were two adults and two teenagers and we all agreed it was a memorable day. I highly recommend this tour and ask for Arturo, you will have a wonderful time.
Cindy –
Juan was such a great guide! He knew exactly where to go for the best pictures (and takes amazing photos) and had a great knowledge on the history. Definitely would recommend for anyone and will be using Absolute Adventure again!!
Kelly –
We had booked a customized private tour to Tulum, a Cenote, and Lunch and a transfer from PDC to Cancun. Our driver (Enrique) and our guide (Juan) were fantastic. Very professional, courteous, and overall a pleasure to spend the day with. I can’t recommend this company enough!
Sophia –
Amazing tour!
Arturo was an amazing guide. He was very knowledgeable and was happy to answer all of our questions. Definitely a once in a lifetime experience!
Annette –
Tulum ruins and cenote from Cancun
My 16-year old son and I did the Tulum ruins and cenote tour from Cancun. We had an early start and got to the ruins before the crowds. When we arrived to the cenote, we had it to ourselves. Alex our guide was fantastic and full of knowledge. My teen son even said, you can tell Alex loves his job. Thank you to Alex for a great tour and Omar, our driver, for driving us around safely. Highly recommend this tour.
Discover05042496571 –
Great day with knowledgeable guide
Our guide and driver were great! Our drive was safe and punctual. Our guide was knowledgeable and fun to spend the day with. He was able to answer all of our questions and gave great suggestions for cenote choices and lunch.
Blair –
5 Star … Highly Recommend! Beautiful tour of the Tulum ruins, including an unforgettable swim at a Cenote and authentic Mexican lunch with Arturo.
Corinne –
We spent a great half day with our friendly guide, Arturo. We were one of the first groups to enter the ruins in the morning and received interesting information as well as enough time for photos. We even had the cenote all to ourselves! It was incredibly beautiful there. We even saw bats! We were able to decide for ourselves how long we wanted to stay and were offered a good mix of care and free time. Thank you for the good organization!
Mark –
This experience was amazing! The tour guides were awesome, and didn’t rush you and made you enjoy your time. I highly recommend this tour
David –
Exceptional Experience.
Great tour! Arturo was an amazing guide sharing the secrets of Tulum, guiding us through the beautiful Cenote and hosting us for an extra-tasty authentic Mexican lunch. 5+ stars !
Shauna –
Seeing the Mayan ruins of Tulum and swimming in a cenote was high on our wish list for our recent family holiday to Tulum. I loved how easy it was to find the type of tour we wished to take and book it with Absolute Adventure Mexico. I think it took me less than 10 minutes and I did it all from a sun bed at the resort. Far better than sitting at a tour desk! So firstly, the company gets an A+ for that.
The private tour itself was great. We beat the crowds by going early in the morning. Joshua was our guide and Gregorio our driver. Both were warm and personable and Joshua was engaging and very knowledgable on so many topics – the history, flora/fauna/ecology, the region and geology. He had good answers for just about any question we asked. I could tell he really loved his job! We also really liked the small touches such as cold drinks in the car and offers to take photographs of us as a family.
Finally, the lunch we had was delicious. Overall, it was a great half-day excursion. I highly recommend Absolute Adventure Mexico and would book with them again. Thank you, Claire, and your team.
Sara –
Excellent tour experience
This excursion was amazing! The ruins and cenote were beautiful and Joshua and Rodrigo were great hosts. We had a wonderful lunch and got to snorkel with some turtles and manta rays. Definitely recommend doing this tour!
Robin –
Wonderful tour!
I never write reviews, but this tour was an amazing experience for our girls trip to Mexico! Our guide Arturo was wonderful, informative and patient as we stepped outside our comfort zones while snorkeling and jumping into cenotes. He taught us a lot about Mayan history during the ruin tour. It felt like we had a local friend guiding us around–he even went out of his way to find coconuts. We had a blast, and I wouldn’t hesitate to book another tour here!
Loma –
Such a great experience. Our guide was kind, informative and went out of his way to make sure we were having a good time. He found us fresh coconuts, helped us decide on the right cenote for us and worked around some special requests. The Tulum tour was stunning and the cenotes were stunning. Definitely recommend the private tour!
Deanna –
We did the Maya ruin tour at Tulum and a cenote with fish, underwater lillies, small cave. Our tour guide, Alex, was very knowledgeable, professional, personable and courteous. English being our first language, he spoke very good English and was easy to understand. Very smooth process, start to finish. We did not feel rushed and thoroughly enjoyed our time. We are planning our next snorkeling tour with them in a couple days before we head back home.
Frank –
Arturo was an excellent guide! He was professional and knowledgeable also personable and patient. We would recommend this tour and would also consider other tours this company operates.
Sarah –
Really the BEST experience
Went with to Tulum for a bachelorette party, and our group wanted to go to a Cenote during our stay. As you can imagine, no one was fond of the idea of leaving super early in the morning, but we are so glad we did. Alejandro and Rodrigo picked us up at our airbnb in Tulum town, and patiently waited for all 6 of us to get in the van. Alejandro was extremely knowledgeable and able to answer all of our random questions while touring the ruins. There were hardly any people when we did our tour, so we were able to appreciate the ruins and enjoy the beauty of the landscape. We realized how lucky we were to beat the crowds as other tours started to pour in as we were walking out. The cenote was absolutely magical, and once again we arrived before any of the crowds. At one point we had the whole cenote to ourselves. Alejandro made sure we were comfortable the whole time, often helping take pictures, bringing us snorkels or lifejackets so we didn’t have to get out of the water, etc. Do not even hesitate to book this tour – and 100000% ask for Alejandro. He’s just one of those people that truly stands out as a kind soul.
Kha-Mei B –
We loved our tour with Aquaman/Alejandro (we’re big fans of his work). I wanted a tour that wouldn’t take all day and was attracted to the exclusivity of a private tour. It is absolutely worth it. Alejandro and Rodrigo were punctual and stopped for coffee on our way to Tulum since our pick up time was 6AM. We arrived at the entrance of Tulum a few minutes before the gate opened and we experienced total serenity in a magical place. As we left it was filling with tourists and we were so glad we got there early. Alejandro is an amazing tour guide. He is incredibly knowledgeable and considerate. We appreciated that he was passionate about the Mayan culture and loved the history. He allowed us to explore the cenotes but also taught and showed us interesting aspects of them. We had plenty of time at each location and were well cared for. Do not hesitate to book and make sure to ask for Alejandro!
Tom –
Cenote and Ruins in Tulum.
Arturo, our guide, was excellent; from his knowledge of the area, to his friendliness and easy going mentality, it was a treat to spend the day with him. They were on time in a nice clean vehicle waiting to welcome us. Would highly recommend.
Mitchell Hecht –
Not the cheapest option but you get what you pay for. Timely, informative, friendly, and helpful. What else can you ask for? Highly recommend this if you’re looking for an exceptional guided tour in playa.
610dcd –
Tulum Ruins with Cenote snorkel
Excellent tour. Private is the way to go. Just the two of us, our guide, Juan, and our driver (sorry can’t remember his name!) Pick up right on time in a van, very early to beat the crowds. Juan was very energetic and gave us lots of information. We arrived at the ruins early, very quiet, not busy. Good tour around the site, lots of information. As we were leaving, the crowds were pouring in! Good timing! Off to the Cenote. Beautiful cave and not very crowded. A little scary getting down there and into the water, but Juan was very patient and helpful and got me in there in one piece! Lunch was a great choice, with great food and great conversation with Juan. Would highly recommend for couples or small groups. Claire (co-owner) also very prompt at returning email requests.
April –
Excellent experience
Josh and Enrique were excellent! Josh was extremely knowledgeable and taught us a lot about the Mayan ruins. He took some family photos of us at the site that turned out great. We have good photos to remember our time there.
At the cenote, Josh was great with my kids. He even jumped off the rocks into the cenote to make my kids more comfortable with it and both my 11 year old and 6 year old jumped in! He made it a good thing for them to try it and experience that. Definitely recommend them for anyone going there.
Kim –
I can not rave enough about our tour and our tour guide, Alex! This was my sister and I’s first time in Playa Del Carmen and I really wanted to swim in a Cenote and see the Tulum Ruins and this was the perfect way to do it!! They picked us up right at our hotel and we got to Tulum right away when it opened when there was hardly anyone else there. After we chose to swim in the Cenote Taak bi Ha, which was absolutely incredible!! Alex was so informative teaching us all about Mayan culture and Mexico, not to mention just an all around good person and super easy to talk to, and I’m so glad we got to “hang out with a local” having an amazing experience! He also took some great pictures of us to capture the experience! The lunch was also incredibly delicious!! This was without a doubt the highlight of our trip and an experience I know I’ll be talking about for years to come. I can not recommend this company and tour enough!
Jonathan –
Juan and Enrique were excellent, Juan gave us a fantastic tour of Tulum, extremely knowledgeable about the history of The Maya and the city. He took us to the best spots and and great views! After the ruins we went to two different cenotes, Nycta and Tak Biha, both were beautiful and Juan was great about showing off the different features making sure we didn’t miss anything! If you use this company be sure to ask for Juan and Enrique!
Brenda –
Juan and Omar were a pleasure. On time and quick to get us to the sites ahead of everyone else. We were the first to go into Tulum
Ann –
Incredible experience! Recommend 1000%!!! We did a private tour beginning with Mayan Ruins, then snorkeling in 2 very different cenotes, followed by an authentic Mayan lunch in the jungle. Our guide Alex was fantastic! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and fascinating. Alex clearly loves his work and passes on his passion as he shares and informs all day long. Our driver Enrique was also terrific. We felt completely at ease going from place to place and leaving our belongings in the van while we toured. Every detail of the day was in their hands, including pre-purchased tickets to each destination, so all we needed to do was relax, learn, and have fun! The cost of the private tour was very reasonable and included all ticket entries and even the delicious lunch. In summary, this awesome tour was exactly as promised and lived up to its many 5-star reviews! We STRONGLY recommend Absolute Adventures!
David J –
Great tour to Tulum and the Nicte Ha and Taak bi Ha cenotes, followed by an authentic Mexican lunch at Juanita’s restaurant. Our tour guide Josh was amazing, so knowledgeable about the Mayan culture and the history of Tulum. He was also very informative about the cenotes and helpful with snorkeling instructions. As a bonus he spoke very good English. Thank you Josh for leading a great adventure and a lifetime of memories.
Stacy –
Juan Jose “JJ” was FANTASTIC! We really couldn’t have asked for a better guide. He was personable, interacted with our whole group, and was incredibly knowledgeable about the area as well as the Mayan history. We toured Tulum early and he knew exactly when and where to go to avoid the crowds and get the best views/pics.
Then he guided us on our two cenotes – Jaguar and Taak Bi Ha. Jaguar ziplining was so much fun – if you get the chance to go upside down, do it! And our group enjoyed jumping off the platforms and snorkeling in the water (you can see the bottom but it’s darker water).
Taak Bi Ha was amazing – I enjoyed it much more since the water in the cave was completely clear. Finally, we enjoyed a delicious lunch before heading back to the resort. I feel horrible that I don’t remember our driver’s name (he was a little quiet but very friendly 🙂 ), but we were very thankful for his navigating us to and from safely!
10/10 recommend going with Absolute Adventure Mexico, and even more so if you have JJ as your guide- he really made everything enjoyable! Thank you for a great day!!
Monica –
Just ended a fantastic day with tour guide Joshua and driver Enrique. Our pick up was extremely early so we were delighted to be allowed to stop for a coffee and snacks on the way to Tulum. Joshua gave us an excellent history of the ruins, people and customs of that era. Then we headed to Dos Ojos cenote. So exciting to snorkel through caverns covered with stalagmites and stalagtites, and end with the bat cave with ceiling covered with… you guessed it, bats. Our family felt safe as Joshua snorkeled with us. Lastly we enjoyed a delicious authentic Mexican lunch. The ride back allowed us to learn even more about the Mayan as well as modern Mexican culture. Would highly recommend this company and of course Joshua! Thank you Absolute Adventure
Troy –
Omar was a great driver and Alex was very knowledgeable of Tulum and history of the Mayans. I would easily do another tour to experience more of the local culture and history from local experts.
Deonne –
Arturo was a fantastic tour guide. We had time constraints due to an accident on the way to Tulum but Arturo worked around our schedule to make sure we got to do as much as we could with the time we had. The air conditioning van was super roomy and an authentic lunch was provided too. A shout out to the owner Claire who was available at all times to answer any questions and I loved the fact that it was just our group of 4, so private and there was no one else at our cenote and zip line but us! I would highly recommend Absolute Adventure tours and well definitely be back!
Murtaza –
We did the Private Tulum ruins and single Cenote tour.
It was absolutely wonderful thanks to Omar and Arturo.
Arturo suggested the Cenote we should try and it was wonderful for snorkeling novices.
Definitely try them out and use their services and surely you won’t be disappointed.
Gloria –
Tour Arturo guide was wonderful. Very patient answered all questions learned history that I did not know. Took time to make sure we enjoyed our visit. Highly recommend.
Nixi –
Our guide, Arturo, was excellent – kind, knowledgeable & friendly. He was attentive to our needs (offered water, had us stand under shade when possible, took photos for us, helped us decide which cenote to visit). The ruins & the cenote were beautiful! The snorkeling was amazing! 100% recommend this company 🙂
Thanks again!
Ethany –
We just finished up our tour at the Tulum ruins, a cenote and then had an amazing lunch with our tour guide. We loved it! We had so much fun and learned a lot.
Patrick –
Awesome time seeing the ruins of Tulum with Carlos and Arturo, swimming in the cenote caves, enjoying authentic Mayan cuisine!
Louis –
We had an awesome private group experience with JJ! First time to Cancun and they picked us up on time, was great on the tour and had a lot of good knowledge to share with us. The ruins and the cenote were awesome! We had a great time and felt safe. Thanks JJ! Your friends from Alaska!
Carissa –
AMAZING!! So worth it to do the private tour! Our guide Alex was the best ever, and Carlos was our driver who was also the best! We totally got to ask all our questions and get told a ton of info while seeing the sights! 💯 Worth it!
Doug –
A fascinating tour and one of the best guides ever.
Excellent tour in every way. We took the complimentary ferry provided by Virgin Voyages from Cozumel to Playa del Carmen. Our guide Juan P was on time to pick us up at the Playa ferry port, and Omar, our driver, was ready a block away to start the tour. Tulum was, as expected, spectacular, all the more so with the engaging commentary provided by Juan. Besides the valuable information provided by Juan, he was very strategic in helping us avoid much of the line and finding shady places at Tulum to fill us in on what we were experiencing. The following snorkeling in a nearby Cenote was not only scenically fascinating but very refreshing after a fairly hot morning at Tulum. We then had a delicious lunch at a charming local restaurant.
Mel –
Arturo, our guide, was very knowledgeable about the history of the ruins, polite, fun to visit with, and very personable. Do not look any further than this company to schedule an unforgettable adventure!
MJ –
This is a must-do tour! There’s nothing like having your own personal tour guide to maneuver you around and show you all the wonderful sites. Arturo, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable about the ruins, polite, fun to talk to, and very personable. Carlos, our driver, got us to our destinations safely and quickly. I guarantee you’ll have a blast and enjoy every second of it!
Melissa –
This is a must-do tour! There’s nothing like having your own personal tour guide, maneuvering you around and showing you all the beautiful sites. Arturo, our guide, was very knowledgeable about the ruins, polite, personable, and kind. Carlos, our driver, got us to our destinations quickly and safely. I guarantee this is one adventure you don’t wanna miss!
Matthew –
Joshua was a great tour guide! This private tour was the best part of our trip to Tulum. Highly recommend.
Abigail –
I really enjoyed my trip. It’s my first time coming to Mexico and was deciding whether booked with a private tour or a group tour. After this trip, I can say confidently, choosing the private tour is the best decision!! With our tour guide, Arturo, we were able to avoid crowds when we were at Tulum, to know all the details of the Tulum building, and to go to the two best cenotes (dos ojos and cenotes nicte ha), to slow down our trip whenever we needed to. Mind blowing and relaxing at the same time. My friend and I are already talking about our next trip with them to Chichen Itza 😊
Pin-Yu K. –
I can’t recommend this company enough. We did a private half-day tour to Tulum + Cenote Nicte Ha + Cenote Dos Ojos with Arturo. We beat the crowd and had the highest tour quality. Arturo is very professional and knowledgeable, and he is great at taking pictures. The whole tour was chill while super interesting and breathtaking the whole time. They never rush us through anything, which makes the private tour better than the group tours.
Trevor –
We went on the Tulum Ruins tour with a visit to a cenote with Absolute Adventures Mexico and we had a blast! Our day started out at 6:30 am with our guide Arturo and our driver Carlos meeting us in our hotel lobby. They showed up on time, and extremely friendly. We had about an hour and a half drive down to the Tulum ruins where we were the first to arrive. Arturo and Carlos offered us water and soda before we entered the ruins. Being the first people to walk in the ruins that day was an amazing experience seeing all the history up practically all to our selves. Arturo was full of facts and knowledge, being able to answer all the questions we threw at him. He is also quite the photographer taking excellent photos of us. After walking through the ruins and absorbing all the knowledge, we walked back to the van seeing hundreds of not thousands of tourists walking towards the ruins, making us glad we had opted for the private, early tour. It is worth all the money to see the ruins to yourselves. We were offered cold soda, juice and water after getting back to the van and headed to Cenote Nic Te Ha. We were given the option to choose between 3 cenotes but after discussing with Arturo we figured based on the weather and what we wanted this would be the best one. The Cenote was beautiful with lots of different fish and plants. We snorkeled in a cave and enjoyed the crystal clear water. We had to all to our selves for about 75% of the time we spent there. Arturo again shared all his knowledge with us and swam around with us to show us all the cool spots. We were never rushed and Arturo reassured us that there is no rush and we can swim how ever long we like. When we decided to head to lunch Carlos offered us more beverages and we drove down the bumpy road with Carlos navigating extremely well to avoid as many bumps as possible. The lunch spot was a very authentic Mexican restaurant that was delicious. We got to choose what we wanted to eat and had some greats chats with Arturo who at this point felt like a family member! Once done lunch we were again offered beverages before the hour and a half drive back to our resort.
I have to say Arturo and Carlos provided A+ Service. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. They were so professional yet personable, and full of knowledge and fun that I would recommend to anyone I know to request to tour with them! Next time we are in the area I would love to go on another tour with Absolute Adventures Mexico.
Katherine –
Tulum ruins and cenote- great private tour!
Great half day adventure with Joshua! We did the tulum ruins and 1 cenote tour. We learned so much and really enjoyed our time exploring. We never felt rushed at any point. Joshua was very knowledgeable and extremely friendly. I would definitely recommend them to anyone!
Peter –
Great experience! With our tour, we were able to learn a lot about Tulum while we toured it. Our guide, Arturo, was amazing — very friendly, and very knowledgeable! We also felt very safe, as there was a dedicated driver who stayed with the vehicle and our belongings. We snorkeled in a Cenote, and our kids loved jumping in from the cliff. Our tour ended with a great meal near the Cenote… couldn’t be happier!
Marco –
The entire experience was amazing. From the booking process, to the email follow up by Claire (one of the owners), to the half day spent visiting the Tulum ruins, cenote and lunch in a typical local restaurant (with the added benefit of the adorable puppy Tula). Juan is an excellent and very personable guide. He is knowledgeable and funny, and made our experience even better. I would highly recommend Absolute Adventure Mexico and Juan if you are traveling to the Cancun area. Muchas gracias!
Jasleen –
Fun adventure
Absolute adventures was very accommodating to us. They were able to modify/customize a private tour for us to tulum. Juan was our guide and Carlos our driver and they were amazing! Juan was very helpful, fun, energetic and knowledgeable. Highly recommend this company.
A.S. –
Private, Not Crowded, Personable Experience!
My husband and I toured the Mayan Ruins in Tulum and went to the most beautiful cave cenote. Juan was very personable and knowledgeable and made the day fun! Omar was a great driver and the van was comfortable and clean. I would highly recommend this trip! I have been to Mexico many times and haven’t seen anything like it!
Ahsley –
We picked the best tour! Out of all. Of the options out there, we had a great private tour. Juan was very personable and knowledgeable and enjoyable to spend the day with. Omar was a great driver and the van was nice and clean. I would highly recommend this company for any tour and private was the way to go!
Tifany –
Alex was the best tour guide. He made our experience so relaxing and fun. He was very accommodating to all our requests and ensured we were safe the entire adventure. Very knowledgeable about the tulum ruins. The cenote swim was incredible. Also enjoyed a lovely lunch after a day of swimming! 10/10 would recommend if you’re ever visiting. Thanks Alex for the amazing time.
Deborah –
DEFINITELY RECOMMEND
We took this tour for a friends bachelorette so we had 18 people and we had such an amazing time. Rodrigo, Joshua and Alex picked us up early in the morning from Cancun and drove over to tulum. Alex was the most knowledgeable tour guide and told us so much about Mayan history and Tulum. He was so considerate of our group and being in the heat and was mindful to keep us in shaded areas. We then headed over to the cenote and we got there early enough so we felt like we had our own private cenote. It was so fun and refreshing especially in the heat. We were able to enjoy a delicious meal at Juanita’s. We all had such a good time with Alex and would definitely recommend him to anyone wanting to visit tulum and go on a tour and visit cenotes. Alex really ensured that we all had a great time. We also enjoyed our car ride due to our drivers Joshua and Rodrigo. They made sure the car with stocked with cold water and our car was cold whenever we would get in the car.
McRebel93 –
Great Mayan experience
If you are vacationing in the Cancún area, I highly recommend this private tour. Mayan ruins, Cenote cave swim, and a local Mayan restaurant with an incredible personal Mayan history lesson. Alex G was fantastic as he guided us through this experience and became like one of the family. Omar kept us safe and took us everywhere we needed to go with plenty of drinks to stay hydrated. My kids had a blast. Last, the process to book this was seamless and the customer service after booking was the best experience I have found.
Heidi –
Wonderful experience with our tour guide Arturo and the driver. Very professional company. Highly recommend.
Wendy –
Our tour and time with Alex was amazing!!!! So much fun and so knowledgeable!!! Would 100% recommend!!!!
Kellie –
Amazing trip to Mayan Ruins and Cenotes!
We had the best time with Arturo to see the Mayan Ruins and swim in the cenotes! He brought us drinks in a cooler and life vests and snorkel gear! He was so great with our two families – we got an early start to see the ruins (best way to go) and we had fun zip lining and jumping off platforms, and swimming in the cenotes! Thank you!
BB –
JJ was our guide to Tulum and the amazing Mayan ruins and a cenote! He had us at both locations before other tours were coming through so we were able to explore essentially alone! He was very knowledgeable and did a great job!
BK –
JJ was our guide to Tulum and the Mayan ruins as well as a cenote. He was an amazing guide and so knowledgeable about the history. He was fun and engaging and kept us entertained while seeing these amazing Tulum sites!
Brenda –
Secluded vibes at all our locations due to our knowledgeable guide! JJ was our guide and was full of knowledge about the ruins. He brought us there at the perfect time when essentially no one else was there yet! The cenote was beautiful and our lunch was delicious!
Jakob –
A wonderful experience. We had a great time with Alex G as our guide and Omar the driver. Alex was very knowledgeable of the ruins and of the cenote we went to. We chose the underground one and it was one of the coolest things we’ve ever done. The lunch at Juanita was delicious and there is a small shop where you can buy souvenirs with part of the proceeds going to the local school. The early departure is well worth it, you can beat the crowds and some of the heat at the ruins.
Overall 11/10. Well worth it, would 100% book again and ask for Alex and Omar.
Crystal –
We had the absolute best time with both the tours we booked through Absolute Adventure Mexico! Alex G. was our guide for both excursions. He was knowledgeable and fun every minute. He showed up early with a smile, coolers full of water & juice and then organized the group of 20 of us, took our food orders to call ahead to the restaurant (this was no small task as many of us have life threatening allergies) and took us on the most incredible adventures we could ever imagine all while maximizing shade, time and fun! I can’t possibly go into each detail but we were safe, hydrated, had all of our history and culture questions answered fully and had an amazing time! In total we did Tulum Chichen Itza, 3 gorgeous cenotes, toured Valladolid and ate at two fantastic restaurants. I highly recommend Absolute Adventures to everyone!
Aurora –
Me and my family visited Playa Del Carmen and took two tours with an amazing guide Alex G. Our first tour was to Tulum and we visited the ruins and two cenotes. After the beautiful cenotes we went to lunch at Restaurante Juanita, and had delicious authentic food with a great atmosphere. Our guide was amazing and did great with keeping 20 of us together and entertained for both adventures!!!
Tony –
We booked a private tour for 4, and I can’t emphasize how efficient and informative this tour is. Our tour guide was Juan Jose and we did the Tulum ruins and cenote tour. He was very knowledgeable and made the experience for us a memorable and very enjoyable one. If you want to make the most out of your time in Tulum, this is the best way to do it. Next time we come we will definitely be booking with them again to check out Chichén Itzá! Thank you Absolute Adventure Tours!
Mary –
Amazing service and an incredible tour! Highly recommend:)
CrazyC –
We highly recommend booking through Absolute Adventure! Alex was the most amazing guide and a beautiful human! It was so nice meeting you Alex! Thankyou again for a memory of a lifetime!
J.H. –
I can’t express how amazing the tour was, from Tulum to the cenote. We have been to several Tulum tours and cenote trips over the years but we had the chance to bring our large family – many of them for the first time in the area, and Juan surprised some of us experienced people with fantastic new detail and insight into Tulum. He also was amazing helping some of the non-swimmers relax and enjoy the cenote snorkel adventure. He made this trip so incredibly memorable for everyone on the trip.
Katie –
Amazing¡ Highly recommend. Beautiful views and perfectly planned. Food was delicious too. TheTulum stories were informative and educational. The cenote was fun and stunning.
Jason –
Juan and crew are consumate professionals. Incredibly knowledgeable and friendly! They know how to make your experience memorable and will go above and beyond to provide a wonderful day. Juan took extra time to help my wife who cannot swim, enjoy the cenote we visited. Would highly recommend their tours!!
Eliza –
We had a wonderful trip to Tulum and the Taak Bi Ha cenote finishing with a lovely meal at a local restaurant! Thank you to Alex and Rodrigo for taking such good care of our family!
Alison –
We took the tour of the Mayan ruins in Tallum and Dos Ojos cenote with Arturo and Alan. We could not have asked for a better experience! The guides were friendly and personable as well as very knowledgeable about the land and history of the regions we visited. It was truly a once in a lifetime day!
Michelle –
The tour we did was amazing! Alex was so knowledge about the Tulum Ruins and the cenotes. The tour was geared especially for us and we had a great time. A highlight of our vacation. Thank you Alex and Omar our driver.
bilzfam –
My extended family and I spent a day with Arturo as our guide. We were picked up early in the morning at our resort, on time, and made our way in a comfortable van to the Mayan ruins of Tulum. Arturo was a fantastic guide! He was personable, friendly and fun as he imparted his knowledge of the Mayan people, their history and the architecture. Then we travelled to the Dos Ojos Cenote, where we snorkeled and explored the awesome rock formations above and below water. We even swam into a hidden bat cave, which was a highlight of everyone’s day. Most importantly was Arturo’s warm and patient demeanor with my young niece and my daughter who has special needs. She requires a bit more assistance in unfamiliar situations, and Arturo went above and beyond to accommodate her and make us all feel comfortable. I would highly recommend Arturo and Absolute Adventure Tours to anyone looking for a memorable experience in Mexico!
Christine –
Arturo was so informative and fun. Really enjoyed learning about Tulum city and all the ruins. Swimming in the Cenotes was the highlight of the day. Capped off the tour with a fantastic Mayan lunch. Great experience all around.
Michael –
Top notch tour guides! I learned way more about the Mayan ruins and cenotes ecology than our friends that used another company.
I’d guess all their guides are professional, but book with Arturo if you can. He’s the kind of person you’d like to spend the day with, no matter what you’re doing.
Peggy –
Perfect Tour. “Absolutely” wonderful! Private tour is the only way to go. Dulce our guide and Rodrigo our driver were very knowledgeable and DELIGHTFUL company…they made the experience perfect!
Jess –
We did the tour of Tulum & 2 cenotes (Jaguar and Taak Bi Ha) Feb 2023. Juan, our tour guide, was amazing- full of knowledge, personable, and fun. Rodrigo, our driver, was efficient and helpful. We were a group of 9 women and had been cautioned not to use a tour group unaffiliated with our hotel, which made us a bit nervous. However, I’m so very glad we trusted the reviews and kept our booking with Absolute Adventure Mexico. It really was the highlight of our trip! Claire was also very responsive to all of our inquiries and even accommodated the addition of another person to our trip at the last minute. The van was clean, stocked with beverages, and comfortable. It was nice being able to leave belongings in the van. The information Juan gave us was engaging and he navigated us through the ruins with ease. Our lunch in the Jungle was excellente. The adventure and beauty of the cenotes will be a favorite memory forever. I would 100% recommend this company to others.
Jaime –
Amazing experience. My friends and I really enjoyed this private tour. Alex G. and Carlos showed up at our hotel on time and provided some history on our drive to the Tulum ruins. Alex made sure we had everything we needed and provided so much information we wouldn’t have learned had we done the trip by ourselves. We had a choice of cenotes and we went with Taak Bi Ha, which was amazing. I’ve never experience anything like that in my life. We really enjoyed our time and highly recommend Absolute Adventure.
Kelly –
The BEST-don’t hesitate! Amazing!!! This experience exceeded any expectations that I had. Our tour guide, Juan, was knowledgeable, experienced, savvy, fun and thoughtful. He knew all the tricks of getting us around in Tulum-with amazing photo ops to start, shady spots to tell us about the history and all the ways to skirt around the crowds. He then took us to the Cenotes where we had the best experiences! Zip lining, cliff jumps, snorkeling in caves shopping all followed by an amazing lunch at a restaurant in the jungle. I highly recommend this tour!
Arbuttz –
Just book it! Incredible experience, it definitely exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide Arturo is a fantastic guy, very knowledgeable about Tulum and Mayan history. Tulum was busy but Arturo took us on a good route to see everything and learn about the site. Next, the cenote he recommended was just magical and we couldn’t believe how quiet it was, there were only a few other people there. Arturo was patient teaching us how to snorkel which I was most nervous about. Lunch afterwards was super tasty! Omar was a great driver and the van was very comfortable. Overall a very special experience I highly recommend you book with Absolute Adventure!
Brandy –
Our guide Arturo was awesome! We had an amazing time and even though our visit to the Tulum ruins was early, it was totally worth it. The people were coming in by the bus loads as we were leaving. Timing is everything on a holiday!! The cenote was amazing!!! Lunch was an incredible stop! Awesome traditional Mexican lunch. Our daughters gluten free needs were met better than expected!! We will stop there for lunch again!! Our guide was very informative and had a terrific sense of humor. Spoke English very well as our Spanish is very limited.
Sarah –
We had a group of 14 adults and 3 kids under 3 years old for the Tulum and Cenote tour and everything went wonderfully.
Mary –
Wonderful day out. Dulce was an excellent guide and Omar was a great driver. We first went to the ruins – dulce was so informative and the morning was quite pleasant. Then off to an underground Cenote. Great fun. Would highly recommend this tour.
esco79ph –
We were picked up on time. The van we traveled in was comfortable. They had cold water and soda in a cooler ready for us. Our guide was Juan. He was such a pleasure! Spoke very good English and was very knowledgeable about Mayan culture and history. The Tulum and cenote experience alone was great but Juan made it even better. We had an amazing time! Worth every penny. Will definitely use this company again on future trips.
GO6805 –
Our tour guide Alex was a wealth of information. Not only did he explained what we were seeing but the why and how. He knew the path to take through the site to tie the story together upon exit. We were allowed to travel at our pace, not rushed, answered all questions, gave his opinion on “why” the Mayans did what they did, inserted humor and was an engaging guide. The cave denote was incredible and the meal provide yes fantastic.
Suzanne –
What an amazing excursion! We did a private tour of Tulum and a cenote as a group of 5, and Alex was an incredible guide. He’s super knowledgeable, explains things clearly, gives great context, and is just fun to hang out with. The cenote we chose was an underground cave, and Alex knew all about stalagmites, stalactites, geological formations, etc. Lunch was excellent and we were even able to add on a stop on Quinta Avenida for a few hours. Rodrigo was also a great driver, on time and accommodating. The private tour was well worth it, but I highly recommend booking with Absolute Adventure either way.
Andrea –
Our family of four had an amazing private tour back in December. Chris was our guide, and we toured the ruins and two cenotes. We also had delicious tacos for lunch. Our kids (ages 21 and 15) said it was their favorite part of our trip. I highly recommend booking your private tour with this company. Chris was wonderful- very easy going and knowledgeable about the sites and fun to talk to. The communication after booking up until the day of was very prompt and thorough. Everything exceeded our expectations.
Tara –
Tulum and cenotes w/o hassles. We fit two cenotes into this day trip (We got to choose from three possibilities) including a spectacular swim through a cave filled with stalactites. We chose this tour hoping to fit a lot in one day and Arturo made that happen, expertly getting us through throngs of tourists to enjoy the highlights of Tulum. It was great to be picked up and to be able to leave our items without worry in the van with our driver. All snorkeling equipment was provided. Thanks Arturo for your insight into Mayan culture! Wonderful day.
Peter –
We had such an incredible time on our tour with Alex as our guide and Carlos as our driver! We started the day touring the Tulum ruins, then went snorkeling in a beautiful cenote, and finished with a tasty Mayan lunch. Alex was a very knowledgeable tour guide and made the ruins come alive with interesting facts and stories. He also was able to answer all of our many questions. Carlos was professional and friendly. We highly recommend this tour!
Jose –
We went jan 2nd 2023 with Arturo as our guide. He was very knowledgeable, friendly, spoke English well, and took time to explain things to our 8 and 10yo. Would highly recommend thos service with Arturo. Easy well paced tour. Well worth the money and much better than a group guided tour.
Whitney –
Had a wonderful tour of Tulum and a relaxing cenote swim. Arturo was a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide. I would definitely recommend this tour for anyone visiting the area!
Sofia –
Great experience! We had private tour Tulum and cenote with guide Alex, Was really great experience. The tour provided also snorkeling gear, wet suit and Mexican lunch. Highly recommended
Jamie –
We booked with absolute adventures because of what they offered and all of the reviews we saw were highly praised the tour and tour guide. I can not tell you enough how awesome our tour and guide were. Arturo was absolutely wonderful and knowledgeable. He took his time, answered all of our many questions, was very helpful and was even taking pictures for us. We went to the tulum ruins and 2 cnotes. Lunch in the jungle was beautiful juanitas restaurant was set up for everyone to enjoy. The views were breathtaking. We felt safe and cared for Carlos our driver stayed with our personal belongings the whole day. If we could give more stars we would..
James –
We had a wonderful tour with Dulce as our guide and Carlos as our driver. Both were professional and courteous. Dulce was extremely knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our questions. After a very interesting tour of the ruins we snorkeled at a beautiful denote. The beauty of the area was sensational. We then had a delicious lunch topped off by a shot of tequila. Dulce is an excellent guide and a pleasure to spend the day with.
Jennifer –
We had an incredible time on our excursion! We had a group of 10 and the private tour with Arturo as our guide was top notch 🙌🏼 The lunch restaurant was absolutely delicious and a fun ambiance. Arturo was very accommodating with my handicap dad throughout the whole day!!
So thankful we found this excursion with Absolute Adventure!!
Luke –
So much fun! Learned a lot, clean vehicle with great AC, never felt rushed and Arturo was awesome !! Would highly recommend.
Yan –
One of the best things of our vacation! This private tour has ruined us for any group tours from here on out. Alex the tour guide and Omar the driver were the best dynamic duo! Alex was very knowledgeable and Omar was a very safe and steady driver! They picked up us on time, plenty of community and confirmation through WhatsApp days before, and never rushed us during the whole trip. Would recommend 100%.
Lisa –
My sister and I went on a private tour to the ruins and had originally booked a tequila tasting. The morning of the tour we were not feeling quite up to a bunch of tequila so we asked our guide, Arturo, if it would be possible to switch to go to a cenote instead. Arturo was so accommodating and was able to change for us. We had an amazing time touring the ruins, swimming in the cenote, and having a great lunch afterwards. Arturo was super knowledgeable, kind, accommodating, and most of all delightful to spend time with. We would for sure book another tour (and request Arturo) on our next trip to Tulum!!!
Gramma –
Don’t even know where to start with this review! Wish we could give our guide Alex and driver Omar 10 stars! BEST TOUR EVER!!! The whole day was perfect!.We were picked up at our hotel at 7am. As Omar drove us to Tulum, Alex began sharing interesting facts and stories about the Mayan culture and people. When we arrived, it was as if we were the only ones there. It was great being there before the heat and the crowds. Alex was so knowledgeable about everything we were seeing, and he pointed out things we would have never noticed. The walk around the ruins was so beautiful and peaceful. After a very leasurely walk around the grounds we were driven through the jungle to Nicte-Ha Cenote. Again, we were the only ones there except for some scuba divers who came out from the caves as we were snorkeling. The water was clear, cool and so refreshing. Again, we stayed as long as we wanted and we never felt hurried. On the way out of the jungle we were treated to a delicious lunch at a tiny family-owned restaurant.
S O –
We had an excellent experience with Absolute Adventure. Our tour guide Juan is incredibly knowledgeable and hospitality. When we first arrived at the Tulum ruins, he brought us to the viewpoint and took the photos without the crowd. After that, he walked through the Mayan culture with us. He had a booklet with him that included some pictures to help us better understand. His explanation was easy and clear to understand. Meanwhile, he took many high-quality photos of us. The two cenotes he recommended to us was fantastic.
Our tour driver is also very professional and caring. He prepared drinks in the car and snorkelling equipment when we arrived at the cenotes. He is also very polite and gentlemanly. It is my unforgettable tour experience in Cancun. Thank you, guys!
Jennifer –
We had a wonderful time on our tour! Our guide Juan was so friendly and super informative! It was like spending the day with a friend. Carlos was a great driver who navigated the freeway great!!
Joey –
Our tour guide Dulce was really nice and knowledgeable. Dulce picked us up from the Hilton in a van with a driver who stayed while we visited Tulum and a Cenote. They provided lunch as well as waters and cola in between stops. We had a great time! Highly recommend this tour company.
Ashley R. –
Excellent tour guide!! Very informational, patient, and kind
Jared –
Tulum & Cenotes
We had an amazing tour led by Dulce of Absolute Adventures Mexico. We started our day at the magical ruins of Tulum, where Dulce gave us an exceptionally thorough education in the history of this unique Mayan community. She was happy to answer our questions, patient with us when taking photographs, and also acted as a great photographer for us to be included in photos.
Following Tulum, we visited two cenotes: Nicte Ha and Taak Bi Ha. Each were exquisite and unique. Dulce expertly guided us through and around each. We finished our tour with a fun lunch at a local restaurant where we were able to further enjoy Dulce’s delightful personality.
If you are considering a tour of Tulum and/or the cenotes, do not hesitate to book with Absolute Adventures Mexico; and ask for Dulce!
Dee W –
We went to the tulum ruins not chicken itza due to our time schedule for a wedding, but this was still one of the best tours ever!! Ask for Juan, he was amazing!! We had the time of our lives! Juan was so informative and fun, he was simply amazing.
The experience of swimming in the cenote was not to be missed. And lunch was delicious. I highly recommend this tour and this tour company.
Natasha –
We had a great time on our excursion with Dulce (our guide) and Omar (our driver). We were picked up on time at 7:30 a.m. We got to Tulum about five minutes before it opened. Dulce guided us through the ruins, gave us a lot of historical information and took pictures of us. Then we went to two cenotes where she swam with us. Highly recommend going to the cenote in a cave. That was a very unique experience. Omar also came along to take pictures of us. Then we had a nice lunch at the restaurant with Dulce and returned to the hotel by about 12:30. We loved doing this completely private tour and would use this company again.
Lynn –
We had a great private tour with Juan! We beat the crowd at the ruins and then headed to two Cenotes. The Sac Actun Cenote exceeded our expectations. It was huge and spectacular! Every turn was a visual wonder and exhilarating! Totally recommend this Cenote. Thanks Juan for being such a great sport with our daughter.
Mikayla –
Our favorite excursion of our trip! Easy communication with the tour company throughout the entire process, and 100% worth the price to have our own private tour. Claire was our tour guide & she was outstanding. Very knowledgeable about Tulum, the cenote, and Playa in general. She knew where to get the best photos and how to maximize your experience. Being able to leave our bags with Angel (the driver) in the van was an added bonus. Tulum was beautiful, but the cenote (we chose Dos Ojos) was in a class all on its own. Gorgeous clear water, perfect for snorkeling. Claire swam with us and took all the photos we wanted. Lunch & a nice chat afterward at the lunch in the jungle was a wonderful bonus. We would take this excursion again in a heartbeat.
Travis –
Booked this for my honeymoon. Juan was our guide for this, did xplorer park the day before for reference so we were pretty tired. Juan went at our own pace as we were slow to move along. The 1st stop was to the ruins which are quite a scene if you have never seen anything like this before it’s worth a look. There is a bit of a walk so wear comfortable shoes. They also provided refreshments immediately. After the ruins we stopped at the shops so if you forgot something you can get it there and save yourself a cab ride and fare beforehand. After the ruins we went to the cave cenote( I mentioned earlier I went to xplorer ) this by far was head and shoulders above anything I saw the day before. Water was refreshing and clean snorkeling gear was provided for use. We wrapped up the trip on my own schedule as he provided my and my new wife some alone time in the cave. Once we completed this we went to a nearby restaurant. The food was great and the best tacos I’ve had in Mexico so far. We took tons of photos and rode back comfortably. This is worth the money and exclusivity compared to the larger groups. If you value time this is a no brainer.
Nancy –
our tour guide Alex was the absolute best! He knows so much about Mayan ruins, just talking with him made the history come alive. The whole day was incredible! The cenote was such a cool experience, I’ll never forget swimming in the cave. Lunch was delicious too. The whole excursion was perfect and really the highlight of our trip. Booking with Absolute Adventure was super simple too, such an easy process. Thanks so much for the epic experience, you guys rock!
Ben –
This was a truly amazing experience and a must do in Tulum. I recommend this crew specifically. The driving was safe and comfortable. The guide was knowledgeable and showed you all the secret spots. Listen to his suggestions and you will have a great time. The lunch was excellent. The adventure will be told many times over. Book this for Tulum!
Chad –
Juan and Roderigo were awesome! We had a great experience with our teenagers and they took great care of us. We will come back! We ate an outdoor restaurant near the denote in the jungle that had great food. The company was great to work with and made us feel comfortable with booking with then (we talked via e-mail, phone, and text).
Amanda –
I had searched for a while and read a ton of reviews before going with Absolute Adventures. It was above and beyond anything I could have expected!! Claire was so amazing, so friendly, so knowledgeable. The driver drove very safe and made us all so comfortable. The van was new and clean, they even kept cleaning it out in between each stop while we were doing an adventure! The guide knew all the right places and ways to go to skip lines… it was just so fantastic. I couldn’t have asked for a better day and I will most definitely be back for another adventure!!
Camper –
This company is a gem! Private tour of the ruins, swimming in a cenote & lunch in the jungle. Our tour guide Manuel was so friendly and knowledgeable. We were picked up from our hotel promptly at 6 am. The early wake up was so worth it to be the first one at the ruins. We had the place to ourselves. as we were leaving the mobs of people were first arriving. The lunch at Juanita’s was the best authentic food we had the entire trip.
We were back at our hotel by 2:30. We would definitely book again with this company.
Jeffrey –
Had Juan as our private tour guide who took care of every need, guiding, educating and picture taking. Had a great time wondering through Tulum with his understanding of culture and history. Moved at our desired pace and then to the next site. The cenote was amazing and he guided us through a unique safe experience. We ended with a wonderful Mayan lunch before heading back to resort. We truly felt cared for for the entire trip. Thanks Juan and absolute adventure!
Carley –
We had an absolute blast on our tour including the cenotes. JJ was THE best tour guide and completely made the adventure. He was super knowledgable, fun, friendly and great at making sure we had amazing photos to remember our trip. Can’t recommend him and this group enough!!
mmtom –
Great guide to fully appreciate Tulum. Jose Manuel was a wealth of knowledge, and helped us better understand Mayan history. The cenote visit was wonderful.
Ross –
My friend and I booked a private, half-day Tulum ruins and cenote tour with Absolute Adventure. The booking process was extremely easy, pre-departure communication was great, and it was a great value for a private tour. Daniele (tour guide) and Rodrigo (driver) were amazing – funny, knowledgeable, personable. We really enjoyed that we were able to go at our own pace throughout the day and LOVED that we got to experience the ruins and cenotes early before the crowds arrived. It felt like we had the place to ourselves. All in all, I will definitely be using Absolute Adventure for my next trip to the Riviera Maya.
Ross M –
Everything was great! Daniele and Rodrigo were exceptional. Gracias por todo!
Kelly –
Do not Hesitate to book with Absolute Adventure Mexico. Four of us (from the U.S.) travel yearly to the Riveria Maya and this was by far one of our best experiences ever! It was great to be able to customize our day, choosing to tour Tulum and snorkeling the ‘Pet Cemetary” cenote. We felt comfortable and safe the entire time.
Booking on line was easy, their pricing is reasonable, and I can not say enough good things about our driver Pascual and our tour guide Manual. It was just us and them, and we had an Absolute Blast! Both of them were very accommodating and seemed to genuinely enjoy what they do. Conversatiion was easy and interesting, and Manual is very knowledgeable on so many different topics. Not only was he able to answer any question we had, but also gave us much insight to their culture, past and present. Tulum and the cenote are breathtaking on their own, yet Pascual and Manual made our experience truly incredible! Also, I have to mention that at the end of our tour, we had the freshest, most delicious taditional meal I’ve ever had in Mexico. I whole heartedly recommend Absolute Adventure Mexico and look forward to being a repeat customer soon!
Kevin –
Great tour of Tulum and beautiful cenotes.
We had a tour of the Tulum ruins and two cenotes recently, and it was great. Our guide Daniel and driver Rodrigo were helpful and friendly, and did a great job showing us all the best spots. They also accommodated our group on very short notice. Would highly recommend.
Anne D –
We had a private tour of the Mayan Ruins near Tulum with Daniele and Pascual. Daniele was very knowledgeable and so much fun. We never would have learned any of the information by wandering around by ourselves. We went to an underground cenote afterwards and Daniele was very patient and made sure we had the experience that we wanted and our safety was never in question. Afterwards we had a spectacular lunch at a family restaurant in the jungle. Pascual did an excellent job as our driver navigating the roads. That day was truly the highlight of our trip to Mexico!
Dan H –
Just wanted to tell you how fantastic our tour was today. Jose was an incredible guide and really went above and beyond to show us such a great time. My wife and I had such an amazing time!!!
Emily –
1000/10 recommend! We got an early start and beat the crowds which was awesome. Chris was such a friendly, knowledgeable guide! He knew all the best spots to take pictures and went above and beyond by using the different iPhone features to make sure we have great photos/memories to look back on. Omar was awesome as well. We had an absolute blast!! We will definitely be booking our future tours here!
Kim S –
Tour was great…Daniel was awesome!! To finish at the Cenote was very cool and lunch in the jungle was excellent!!
Adam –
Extremely fun trip! Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly and driver was very safe! 10/10 recommendation. We will be back and using this same company!
Brian –
We had an amazing trip to Tulum that included pick up, lunch and 2 cenotes. 100% recommend!
Haley –
The tour was AMAZING! We had a great time and both our driver Omar and our guide Daniele we’re super! Daniele was very informative and easy to talk to! Thanks a million!
Kevin –
We had a wonderful day with Chris. Loved visiting the ruins, 2 cenotes and lunch was delicious.
Stephanie –
Our private tour with JJ and Daniel was a blast. We had 18 people who wanted a “speed” tour of the ruins and then 2 cenote stops. We had a blast with them throughout the day and at all stops. Both JJ and Daniel were knowledgeable, fun and great tour guides. Booking the tour was easy and Claire was quick to make suggestions and respond to emails. We highly recommend Absolute Adventure.
Victor –
Perfect day trip! Our guide, Chris, was very knowledgeable and fun. Highly recommend!
Jessica –
Amazing and relaxing adventure with Claire today exploring Tulum and swimming in an underground cenote. Absolute Adventures is absolutely the way to go for personal tours around Playa del Carmen. Claire even provided wetsuits for us. There was time to pick up gifts at artisan shops and lunch was delicious. I hope to return one day for another tour with my kids!
Penny L –
This was great and definitely worth the money!!
Amber –
did some research before deciding to book a private tour with Absolute Adventure, and this is the best decision we could have made! My boyfriend and I had our tour on October 22, 2019, and were picked up at our hotel in Cancun, at the recommended time of 6am. Ervin was our driver, and Hector was our tour guide. They were both so friendly and made the 2 hour drive to Tulum fly by quickly. The van was air conditioned and also had plenty of cold drinks to choose from. Hector is really knowledgeable about Mayan and Aztec culture, and educated us on the entire history on our drive over. He really made us feel as if we were close friends. When we got to Tulum, Hector took many amazing pictures of us, and knew exactly where we needed to stand to get the best shots. Hector was also very patient; we were not rushed at all and went at our own pace. After Tulum, we went snorkeling in the cenotes, followed by a lunch at a Mayan restaurant. I was not sure what to get, and ended up ordering a dish that Hector had recommended, which was absolutely delicious. Overall, this was the best excursion that we had ever gone on, and definitely recommend booking a private tour with Absolute Adventure. When we come back to Mexico, we will definitely be booking different tours with them!
Sean –
Great Tulum Adventure
I would highly recommend this group for private tours of Tulum. We selected the half day tour of the Mayan Ruins and a Cenote to tour. Nothing disappointed as they provided extensive knowledge and entertainment at each venue. Our tour guide Hector was great for the Cenote and Claire was very knowledgeable about the history of the ruins. The tour was reasonable in price and included waters, beers and sodas and a Mayan jungle lunch, which provide the best fish tacos I’ve ever eaten. They even take a ton of photos for you and send them to you the next day. Absolutely love it and would do it again!
Hillary C –
We started our trip at 630 am from our hotel, which I highly suggest! We were able to get to the Tulum ruins early and avoid the huge crowd that was lined up while we were leaving. We then visited 2 separate cenotes where our small group of 4 were the only ones there! They were absolutely breathtaking! My very favorite part of the whole week long trip to Mexico. It was a very laid back trip but we saw and learned so much. Our guide, Jose Manuel, was very knowledgeable and so much fun. And a big thanks to our driver, Rodrigo, for safely transporting us and watching our things so we could enjoy the day with lugging around a bunch of bags. The lunch at Juanita’s was fantastic and a great experience as well.
N.S. –
My fiance and I did a tour to Tulum and snorkled in a cenote. Juan was full of information and his passion for the Mayan culture showed. We had the best time and recommend Absolute Adventures 100%
Sir A –
Absolutely amazing!! We did a private tour for the two of us and was amazed at the level of communication before the trip as well as amazing service during our tour. We were able to leave super early to beat the rush of the other tourist and also literally had the cenote’s to ourselves (hello isnta worthy photos). Worth every penny and will always use when I am in the area! Highly recommended!!
Nick –
Absolute Adventure met all our expectations. Everyone was very friendly and knowledgeable, the whole experience was incredibly simple and fun.
LIZZ –
Juan and Pascual were nothing short of amazing. Juan was entertaining and adjusted to the family like he was a member of our unique family group. When my granddaughter was a little apprehensive about the underwater cave he led her through it while we explored on our own. She is 7 and was not bored one bit with this tour. I would highly recommend this tour to everyone!
Maria –
The Tulum and cenote tour was definitely one of the best moment of our holidays in Mexico. We chose a private to avoid waiting for other guests and move at our own pace. Claire explained us everything about the Mayan ruins and history, and made sure we were having a good time snorkeling. I can’t recommend Absolute Adventure enough!
Justin –
Our guide was timely, knowledgable and passionate about his work. Although this tour starts quite early it is WELL worth it. They are treating guests to a unique experience to be away from the crowds. I highly recommend this tour.
Mark –
So happy we booked with Absolute Adventure and not some other of the hotel. This is a small business where they give great service and attention to detail to their guests. Excellent service and safety shown throughout the day. Lovely lunch in the jungle. Private tour makes it even more special.
Curtis –
This tour was absolutely amazing and my favorite while visiting Playa del carmen Our guide Juan was very informative. We were alone at the Cenyote. Loved this tour and would do it again! Water was beautiful and amazing. Tour van was air conditioned with drinks in the cooler! We got pics by email after the tour.
Alex –
I recently traveled to Riviera Maya with my family of 4 as well as my brother’s family of 4. One of the highlights of our trip was our day spent touring Tulum and snorkeling in a cenote. We had children ranging from 6-13 and all had a wonderful day. Chris, our guide, was fun, knowledgeable, and always working to ensure everyone was enjoying themselves. Our lunch in the jungle was wonderful too!
Vic –
They made sure we had the best time! the guide that rowed us was amazing and super funny. He took care of us and also made sure we were safe in the cave. I can’t describe enough what an amazing time we had.
The tour starts early and there is a very legitimate reason! which is that we were able to visit the ruins before the crowds. The cenote was a unique experience, we were the only ones snorkeling! Well done
Andrea –
Athuro did an amazing job guiding us in Tulum and Tak Be Ha cenote! He was knowledgable and passionate about sharing his culture with us. Waking up early was 100% worth it. We got ruins and cenote for ourselves. We had such a great family moment, away from the crowds. Would definitly recommend this tour to families !
Morgan –
The outstanding professionalism started with the booking process. Clair and Chris were wonderful to work with and were willing to answer any question we had during the booking process. Our trip to Tulum was amazing, we were the first group to enter, which in itself was priceless. We were able to truly take the experience Tulum without being crowded by other tourist. The authentic Mexican meal that we had was outstanding. We were also very impressed how willing they both were to work with us the week of our vacation and accommodating our trip around the weather so that we got the most out of our trip.
Justin –
The Absolute Adventure team did a great job on the day. Our guide was very personable, the trip was well organized, everything went exactly as described and as we had planned. I am really happy that I selected Absolute to help us experience the Tulum area.
Brad –
Claire was an amazing guide for my wife and I on our vacation away from kids. Private tour of Tulum ruins was exquisite and a must experience to avoid the crowds and heat! Swimming in caves is an experience not to be missed, followed by an authentic local Mayan lunch. Would highly recommend Absolute Adventure to any friends, family or fellow travelers. We will book again with Absolute Adventure for the personalized experience and authentic tour.
David –
Visiting Tulum and a cenote with Absolute Adventure felt like being a special guest. Not only we had a guide, a driver, a van for ourselves but we also enjoyed Mayan ruins and cenote before everyone else. Excellent organization and service, safety was on point. We didn’t have to pay anything during our tour, the snorkeling gear, drinks and lunch were included. We had an amazing moment, glad we booked this tour with Absolute Adventure!
Trevis –
We recently took this tour and I have to say it was worth every penny. It is an early start (pick up 6:30am from our hotel in Puerto Morelos) but that was one of the reasons I booked this tour so that we could avoid the masses arriving at the beauty spots later in the day. They provide you with lunch and drinks all day. The guide and the driver were friendly and welcoming, our guide constantly offered to take photos of us which was nice.
Susie –
I was traveling with a 15 people group. We were picked up in 2 comfortable vans and drove to Tulum early which was amazing because there were literally about 20 people there total. I have been to Tulum before on an afternoon tour and it was so crowded that we could barely take pictures. Tulum was incredible and Chris gave our group so much knowledge and took tons of group pictures for us. Finally we headed to the cenote (all snorkel gear was included). Most of our group was having a great time but my son was panicking so Chris helped him. We went back to the hotel, we were all very exhausted and I cannot imagine renting a car. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a tour in the riviera maya area!
Vicky –
Great for all ages and good value. From the efficiency of the transfer and pleasant informative points offered by the guide even the drive to this activity is enjoyable.