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

“This was an excellent experience. Our tour guide Herbanito (Eddy) was so friendly and knowledgable. We learned a lot about Chichen Itza at a pace that suited our family and really enjoyed the restaurant and cenote. We travelled with a 4 month and our grandparents.…”

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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

“Absolutely phenomenal tour guide, the excitement and thrill were priceless. The visit to the ruins was a once in a lifetime thrill.”

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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

“JP , our guide, made this private tour a great one. Alphonse, our driver, was wonderful as well. I would not hesitate to book this again. We did the ruins, snorkeling with the turtles, and the cenote with lunch and everything was top notch.”

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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

“Our tour guide, Jonny, was awesome!!! He had a wealth of knowledge about the present and history of the Mayan culture. We were at the ruins right at opening, which allowed us to explore with very few other people. The cenotes were a great break…”

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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

“This was the perfect activity to do with my group. We enjoyed the water and the sun in addition to fresh food and drinks. The staff was friendly and helpful. They even had a banner for my bachelorette. Must do in Tulum!”

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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

“Overall everything was just great. Our guide Joshua is very knowledgeable and is willing to share his unique experiences, including things related to our places of interests and also various actual cultural and socioeconomic environment of Mexico, making even the long drive rewarding. We're able…”

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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

“Loved this excursion, but still waiting on photos! I had my camera and waterproof bag and I was planning on taking pictures, but they said they would do all of the picture taking and send them to us. I don't have any pics of this…”

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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

“We had the best day with our fabulous guide Limbert. He shared the history of the area and pointed out all the amazing sites! The Cenotes were spectacular and all different. Lunch was great too! Two thumbs up!👏👏👏”

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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

“Highlight of the holiday, Darwin and Marlene were great, being a small group of 2 made it very special. We were offered photos and videos of our trip for a tip of our choosing, no hard sell which is common in our experience with these…”

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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

“Very crowded in the airport shuttle pick up area. This service wants you to use WhatsApp for meeting coordination which worked ok but for a first timer at this airport a map for meeting area would have helped. Driver was pleasant and car was clean…”

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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

“Ruben was our guide for the day and he was incredibly knowledgeable about all of the different archeological finds at Tulum and Coba. He was also very personable and easy to talk to. We would highly recommend this tour!”

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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

“Absolutely amazing experience best experience ever! Renata, Eddie, Capi Pollo y Angel was the best crew and believe me I have been in plenty of catamaran all over the world. Highly recommend!”

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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

“We had a scare 4 year old with us and our guide Alex took the time to put him at ease and even swam with him on his back through the underground cenote so he didn't miss it!”

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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