Playa Del Carmen

15 Best Playa del Carmen Private Tours

The private bookings: ruins days, cenote circuits and boats built around your group instead of a pickup schedule. Families with mixed swimmers get the most out of going private here.

1.VIP Chichen Itza Private Tour

Discover Chichen Itza, Valladolid, and a cenote with this private, guided tour from Playa del Carmen—early start, expert guides, and authentic Mexican cuisine.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“It was great, on point, didn’t feel like a long exhausting tour. Very nice comfortable vehicle with water. Guid was knowledgeable and answered all the questions.”

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2.Skip the Line Chichen Itza Private Tour, Sacred Cenote & Lunch

Experience Chichen Itza, a sacred cenote, and Valladolid on a private, skip-the-line tour from Playa del Carmen. Knowledgeable guides, authentic food, and personalized service make this a top choice.

★ 5.0

“My husband and I had a fantastic experience on this private day tour to Chichén Itzá, a cenote, and Valladolid. Our guide, Claudia, was absolutely wonderful — kind, knowledgeable, and a joy to spend the day with. She shared so much insightful information about Mayan…”

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3.Private Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote Adventure

Discover the best of Playa del Carmen with this private tour combining Tulum ruins, snorkeling with turtles at Akumal, and swimming in a stunning cenote—all in one day.

★ 5.0

“I cannot do justice to how well thought out, efficient, or enjoyable this trip was. The tour itself and our wonderful guide Claudia deserve 6 stars, not 5. It is so well planned you can’t believe all the incredible things you can fit into one…”

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4.VIP Tulum Private Tour

Discover the beauty of Tulum with this private tour, including ruins, snorkeling in cenotes, and personalized guides—ideal for an authentic, hassle-free experience.

★ 5.0

“Heriberto was a great tour guide. Very informative and very nice. Great time and awesome cenotes. Took us to a great place for lunch.”

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5.Private Chichen Itza – No additional stops at other hotels

Discover Chichen Itza with this private, all-day guided tour from Playa del Carmen. Early access, cenote swim, Valladolid lunch, and personalized attention.

★ 5.0

“Fabulous tour, truly geared to what we said we were interested in. Miguel was simply amazing. He had a lot of information to share, but did it by first asking questions and actually listening, so he could deliver what we were interested in - and…”

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6.4 hours – Private 48ft Yacht all inclusive in Tulum and Playa del Carmen

Experience a private 4-hour yacht tour from Puerto Aventuras with snorkeling, paddleboarding, lunch, and drinks. Perfect for those seeking personalized ocean escapades.

★ 5.0

“Inken, Ronald, and Francisco made it a birthday EXTRAORDINAIRE I’ll never forget! It was definitely a celebration at sea! Scenic tour, fun vibe, great food awesome hosting, just a BLAST! It was the above and beyond for me!”

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7.Chichen Private Experience

Discover the best of Chichen Itza, Valladolid, and a cenote on this all-inclusive private tour with expert guides, early access, and authentic experiences.

★ 5.0

“This was an amazing tour!!! I did this tour on a big bus with friends last year but there were a lot of time suckers involved with that and I didn't really want to take kids on that type of tour - this is the…”

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8.Private Turtles & Cenotes Adventure

Discover the ultimate private snorkeling tour in Playa del Carmen, featuring guaranteed turtle sightings, stunning cenotes, and personalized guides for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Our entire team was great, Juan Paplo was our guide. Explained everything well and it wasn’t rushed. Highly recommended.”

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9.Private Dream Underground World (Off the beaten path Cenote cavernous exploring)

Explore hidden underground cenotes on a private guided tour in Playa del Carmen, swimming through crystal-clear waters and marveling at stunning rock formations.

★ 5.0

“Highlight of trip. Really felt like these kind of adventures were bespoke to Tulum vs Cancun experience. Spend the money to do it private. Much better experience.”

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10.Private Tour The Best Cenotes in Tulum Riviera Maya

Discover the top private cenote tour in Tulum Riviera Maya, featuring three unique cenotes, expert guides, and authentic Mexican cuisine—all in a personalized 6-hour experience.

★ 5.0

“The water in the cenotes feels so fresh! Our guide let us decide how much time we spent at each cenotes and at lunch. A delightful day!!”

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11.Private Snorkeling with Sea Turtles in Akumal Beach

Experience personalized snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay, guided by certified experts. Perfect for families and confident swimmers seeking an authentic encounter.

★ 5.0

“It was SO COOL to see the underwater world! Its hard to even put it into words. Darwin was great, and we saw a bunch of turtles, fish, and even a cannon! Highly recommend!”

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12.Private Transportation to/from Cancun airport

Stress-free private transfer between Cancun airport and Playa del Carmen, Tulum, or Cancun. Comfortable, reliable, with great communication for travelers.

★ 4.0

“This experience was fantastic and so easy! Don't rely on pre-arranged hotel transport that could take two hours. Book this, use their WhatsApp contact and it is so easy!”

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13.Exclusive Private Tour Tulum & Coba Just for You

Discover the highlights of Mayan ruins Tulum and Coba on a private guided tour from Playa del Carmen, including transportation, drinks, and insider insights.

★ 5.0

“Pako was an absolute gem. He guided us with care, enthusiasm and great knowledge. His story telling was exemplary. What a privilege to meet him. He was prompt, the car was clean, excellent AC and ample refreshments. He took time to bring Tulum and Cabo…”

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14.4H Private 38’Catamaran All-Inclusive in Tulum & Playa del Carmen

Experience a private 4-hour yacht tour from Puerto Aventuras with snorkeling, fresh ceviche, and unlimited drinks. Perfect for relaxing, fun-filled days.

★ 5.0

“Beautiful boat, beautiful views, but the most stars for the fabulous staff, Renata and Captain Pollo and Angel and one more whose name I sadly forget. The drinks were great and the food was incredible—they even whipped up a fantastic mango ceviche at the last…”

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15.VIP Cenotes Private Tour

Explore the Yucatán's stunning cenotes on this private, guided tour from Playa del Carmen, including snorkeling, underground rivers, and expert insights.

★ 5.0

“Oscar was a great tour guide and couldn't recommend more. Traveling with 4 children (ages 7, 6, 3, 1) he was patient, helped as much as possible and nothing was too much trouble. He really made the experience one to remember.”

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More Playa del Carmen Private Tours

5.0Bestseller! Tulum Private Tour with Turtles and Cenote Snorkeling6 to 7 hours (approx.)$279.00 5.04 hours snorkel & beach tour – Private Yacht 47 ft4 hours (approx.)$1,299.00 5.0Private Chichen Itza, Cenote and Valladolid Tour with Lunch7 to 8 hours (approx.)$320.00 5.0Private Tour to Tulum, Cenote and Swimming with Turtles5 to 7 hours (approx.)$410.00 5.04H private 40′ Yacht All-Inclusive in Tulum & Playa del Carmen4 hours (approx.)$1,432.51 5.0Private Cenotes tour4 to 6 hours (approx.)$242.00 5.0VIP Chichen Itza Private Tour – Luxury Car$350.00 5.0Private Tour with 3 Cenotes + 5 Zip-lines + Mayan Lunch6 hours (approx.)$213.00 5.0Private Whale Shark All Inclusive Experience6 hours (approx.)$1,095.00 5.05H private 50′ Yacht All-Inclusive from Tulum & Playa del Carmen5 hours (approx.)$1,928.38 5.0Private Beach Escape! Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling8 hours (approx.)$800.00 5.05H Private 40’Catamaran All-Inclusive in Tulum & Playa del Carmen5 hours (approx.)$2,258.96 4.5Cancun Airport to Playa del Carmen Roundtrip Private Transfer40 minutes to 1 hour (approx.)$167.00 5.0Dos Ojos Cenote VIP Private Tour Snorkeling & Mayan Lunch4 to 5 hours (approx.)$184.00 4.0Private Transportation to/from Playa del Carmen or Riviera Maya45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)$49.00 5.03 in 1 Private Tour Tulum Cenote and Snorkeling in the reef8 hours (approx.)$210.00 5.0Private Tour Cenotes Sac Actun The Longest Underground River4 hours (approx.)$203.12 5.0Private Tour to Chichen Itza, Cenote Oxman and Valladolid9 hours (approx.)$230.00 5.0VIP Tulum Ruins Private Tour with Snorkeling in Stunning Cenote5 to 6 hours (approx.)$223.00 5.05-Hour Private 40′ Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel5 hours (approx.)$1,631.58 5.0Private Tulum & Cenotes tour6 to 8 hours (approx.)$265.00 5.0Private Coba & Cenotes tour6 to 7 hours (approx.)$242.00 5.04 Hour Catamaran Experience in a Private 42 Lagoon4 hours (approx.)$1,800.00 5.0Private Chichen Itza Early Morning Archaeological Tour5 to 6 hours (approx.)$375.00