Private Day Tours in the Riviera Maya
Ancient Maya cities, sacred cenotes, sea turtles and hidden lagoons, explored at your own pace with a private guide who knows the story behind every place. We pick you up at your hotel in Playa del Carmen or Tulum, and the day is yours: no crowded buses, no fixed schedules, no rushed stops.
Every day experience is private: only you and the people you travel with, a certified guide, and our own vehicle with federal tourism plates.
Our Day Experiences
Choose your experience and group size to see the price. Prices are in Mexican pesos, per person, for private departures from Playa del Carmen. Departures from Tulum or Cancún and other variables may change the final price. Pay in cash and get 10% off. Secure your date with a 20% deposit online by card, or by bank transfer arranged on WhatsApp; the balance is paid on the day of the tour. After booking we confirm your date within 24 hours; if we cannot operate it, we offer another date or a full refund of your deposit.
Tulum & Cavern Adventure
From $2,600 MXN per person
History above, hidden worlds below. Explore the cliffside ruins of Tulum overlooking the Caribbean, then head deep into the jungle to swim in two private cave cenotes, far from the crowds, in an underground system the Maya considered sacred.
Included: Private round-trip transportation from your hotel · Private guide · All entrance fees · 2 cave cenotes · Life jackets and water shoes · Cooler with drinks and snacks · Lunch stop (food & drinks not included)
Not included: Unspecified food & drinks · Extra expenses & tips
Akumal, Shell & Stone
From $2,200 MXN per person
Swim alongside wild sea turtles in their natural habitat at Akumal, then leave the coast behind and descend into two underground cenotes: sacred waters, cathedral light and real silence.
Included: Private round-trip transportation · Certified private guide · All entrance fees · Cooler with snacks and drinks
Not included: Unspecified food & drinks · Tips
The Sanctuary: Secret Snorkeling
From $2,110 MXN per person
A hidden natural cove near Tulum, known to very few. Paddleboard and snorkel among tropical fish, swim in the lagoon and relax on a private beach with food and drinks. No GPS tags, no hashtags: the spot stays secret.
Included: Private round-trip transportation · Expert private guide · All entrance fees · Paddleboard · Snorkel gear · Food, snacks, water, beer and wine · Guide’s photos and videos
Cobá Mystic
From $2,710 MXN per person
Deep in the jungle, Cobá was one of the great Maya cities of the Classic period, linked by white stone roads (sacbeob) that still cross the forest. Bike its ancient roads to the Nohoch Mul pyramid, then enter Punta Laguna, a protected sanctuary where spider monkeys watch from the canopy. Kayak the sacred lagoon, fly on zip lines, descend into an underground cenote and close the day sharing a meal with a Maya community.
Included: Private round-trip transportation · Certified private guide · All entrance fees · Bike rental at Cobá · Punta Laguna Protected Area (zip lines, kayak, cenote and wildlife) · Lunch with a Maya community
Upgrades: Temazcal ceremony · Professional photographer
Not included: Unspecified food & drinks · Tips
Chichén Itzá Explorers
From $3,030 MXN per person
One of the New Seven Wonders of the World, without the rush. Your certified guide reads El Castillo, the Great Ball Court and the Sacred Cenote like a living library of astronomy, power and myth. Then swim in a cenote away from the crowds (choose Palomitas, Oxman or Chukum) and stroll colorful Valladolid.
Included: Private round-trip transportation · Travel insurance (in transit) · Certified private guide · Archaeological site entrance · Cenote entrance (Palomitas, Oxman or Chukum) · Cooler with snacks and drinks
Add-on: Meals
Not included: Unspecified food & drinks · Tips
Ek Balam: Maya Origins
From $2,980 MXN per person
Explore Ek Balam, famous for the stucco sculptures of its Acropolis, swim in the clear waters of a cenote, share a traditional meal prepared by a local Maya community and visit the colonial town of Valladolid.
Included: Round-trip transportation from Playa del Carmen or Tulum · Ek Balam admission · Cenote admission · Traditional meal with a Maya community · Professional guide
Departures from Cancún: on request, extra transport, toll and fuel charges apply
Sian Ka’an: Beyond the Jungle
From $3,160 MXN per person
Inside the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, explore a hidden archaeological site and float through crystal-clear Maya canals once used by ancient traders. Up to 6 travelers per boat; larger groups on request.
Included: Private round-trip transportation · Certified private guide · All entrance fees · Private speedboat ride · Life vests · Cooler with snacks and drinks
Not included: Unspecified food & drinks · Tips
Why Book a Private Tour With Odyssey
- A historian as your guide. Our founder, César Bautista, is a historian and professional tour guide; every route is designed to help you understand what you’re seeing.
- Private by design. Only your group, your pace, your stops.
- Hotel pickup included in Playa del Carmen and Tulum (Cancún on request).
- A real person on WhatsApp before, during and after your trip.
- Bilingual service in English and Spanish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do your tours depart from?
We pick you up at your hotel or rental in Playa del Carmen, Tulum and the Riviera Maya. Departures from Cancún are available on request and may change the price.
Are the tours private?
Yes. Every day experience is private for your group, from one traveler and up. For groups larger than 12, message us for a custom quote.
How do I book?
Choose your group size above and pay a 20% deposit online by card, or tap the WhatsApp button to arrange a bank transfer. You can also write to us at +52 55 2702 6010 or hola@odysseyadventuremx.com. We confirm your date within 24 hours; if we cannot operate it, we offer another date or a full refund of your deposit.
Is there a discount for paying in cash?
Yes. Paying in cash gives you 10% off the listed price.
What should I bring?
Swimwear, biodegradable sunscreen, comfortable shoes, a hat and some cash for small purchases. We provide snorkel gear, life jackets and water shoes where the tour requires them.
What is your cancellation policy?
Private day tours can be rescheduled with at least 24 hours’ notice. See our full Cancellation & Refund Policy.