Top Tulum Nature and Wildlife

Check off multiple thrilling adventure activities in one tour with admission to the Jungle Maya Park. Wander through the jungle, fly through the treetops on a zipline, rappel into a cenote, and swim and snorkel in an underground river. All necessary equipment and instruction is provided at the park.

Discover the remote UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Sian Ka'an on a full-day trip from Tulum. Your guide points out the protected area’s immense biodiversity, including coastal and mangrove habitat teeming with marine life. Search for elusive manatees at Boca Paila Lagoon, snorkel on the Mesoamerican reef (weather-permitting) and find nesting birds at Ascension Bay. Boat ride with lunch and free time in Punta Allen is included.

Free-dive, snorkel, and cliff-jump at three different cenotes on this guided tour from Tulum. Admire the mangroves of Casa Cenote, before moving on to explore the caverns and rock formations of Grand Cenote. The Temple of Doom cenote dares you to pencil-drop 10 feet from a roof opening into the freshwater below. Or, simply climb down the ladder. Safety briefings, equipment and transport from Tulum are provided.

The Yucatan peninsula is renowned for its beautiful cenotes—underground lakes formed in natural sinkholes. On this bike tour, venture deep into the wilderness, cycling along lush jungle trails and stopping to visit three different cenotes. Learn about the meaning of the cenotes to the Maya people, climb down to explore the subterranean caves with snorkels, and cool off with a swim in an underground river. Refuel with an included lunch during this half-day excursion.

Enjoy a close encounter with the Yucatan’s native flora and fauna on this wildlife watching tour through the Punta Laguna Nature Reserve. Benefit from your local guide’s insider knowledge as you wander through the jungle reserve, looking out for monkeys, iguanas, and tropical birds, and enjoy hassle-free transfer with round-trip transportation from your hotel included.

This is a great opportunity to explore the Mayan jungle riding a beautiful horse. We will enjoy a walk into a dry cave and will learn a little bit more about the ancient XIBALBA. Of course we will swim into a Cenote, something that will stay on your mind forever.

Travel inland from Tulum on a full-day tour of Coba and Punta Laguna Nature Reserve. Go ziplining and take a jungle hike, then ride in a canoe on the clear lagoon during an eco-tour at the Maya community. Then follow your guide on foot past the ruins of Coba and learn about this former Maya settlement of the Yucatán Peninsula, built during the Classic period. Climb up Nohoch Mul and hop on a bike to explore. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport included.

In an adventurous dirt road we will cross part of the reserve, until we reach the point where the boats will board to start the safari, where we will begin to observe different types of birds in the keys formed by the mangroves, then we go in search of sea turtles and dolphins in their natural habitat. Later we will go to one of the most physical and fun activities of the tour that is snorkeling in the reef. After a little swim, we stop at the wonderful natural pool to take a Caribbean bath and cool off with drinks. It is important that you know that the tour offered is operated by us and not by third parties. Which means that from the moment they approach our units you are safe. We have our own fleet, offices in Playa del Carmen and Tulum. As also all personnel involved are directly or indirectly under the orders of the company. All this to provide you with quality service.

Get ready to swim, because we will visit 2 of the best cenotes in the region, where we can snorkel, all the equipment will be provided by us and the cenotes that we will visit are very safe. My goal is to enjoy and share the magic and secrets of Tulum. The cenotes that we will visit are unique, I want you to have a close experience with nature. I am very open, so we can adapt the tour to the group needs. At the end of the tour we will have a typical Mexican food, so you can enjoy the flavors of our cuisine. It is a complete, unique, different experience, designed for anyone that likes to enjoy life. The times of each activity can vary depending on what the group wants, I want them to enjoy every minute, and discover all the wonders of the nature of this region.

Home to mangrove mazes, open cenotes, and a dynamic array of marine life, the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve is a nature-lovers paradise. You can explore the UNESCO-listed site from both above and below the surface on a tour that combines kayaking and snorkeling—ensuring you don’t miss any of the highlights. The trip is complete with snacks, a local meal, and transportation so you don’t have to worry about added costs.

The Yucatan Peninsula is recognized as a very important area with an enormous diverse bird population due to its strategic location for migratory birds. Too there is a rich resident population. To date, 543 species have been viewed in the Yucatan Peninsula, representing nearly 50% of all the bird species registered in the country. You will travel the Muyil area with an expert local-bird & wildlife guide and a small number of fellow travelers. This tour distills the best of the Yucatán into a trip that takes in the mature semi-deciduous jungle and some fresh water wetlands. This is a great tour for beginners and a wonderful scenic tour for the experienced birder.

Journey to the cultural heart of the Yucatan on this combo tour of Chichen Itzá and the colonial city of Valladolid, departing from Tulum. Your knowledgeable guide offers perspective on the Maya-Toltec design as you walk past the impressively restored structures. Make a stop at a cenote where you can swim and relax. Then, continue on to Valladolid, to have a walk in the city center and enjoy a delicious lunch.

Bypass the busy beach road and see Tulum like the locals do: by bike. Take the quiet roads and back streets to the famous Mayan ruins to explore this important cultural site with an expert guide. Then, ride downtown to see hand-painted murals, sample antojitos (street snacks), and check out the souvenir shops. You will also make a stop at a local indigenous beekeeper's operation.

The most efficient way to explore Tulum is by bike, as evidenced by the many bike rental shops scattered around town. This tour takes you off the beaten paths and city streets and into the heart of the Yucatan instead. Cycle on forest trails and quiet roads to Punta Laguna, a nature reserve known for its population of wild monkeys and tropical birds. Canoe on a lake, zip line over the water, and meet a local Mayan family living off the grid. An excellent value for the money, you get several adventures for the price of one.

About 20 minutes south of Tulum, we have the opportunity to enjoy an incredible bird diversity, learn about the current Maya culture and the ancient Maya civilization as we walk and look for birds in the village and archaeological site of Muyil. ​ We explore different habitats in the village with different types of vegetation: mature semi-deciduous jungle in the archaeological site of Muyil and some fresh water wetlands as we walk through flooded jungle using a boardwalk until we reach a fresh water lagoon. ​ On this tour it is possible to identify from 40 to 80 species of birds (depending on the time of the year). ​ Depending on the availability of boats, there is also the possibility to add a boat trip across two lagoons and a lazy river floating experience to this tour. We float in a truly unique setting, listening to the sounds of nature, among mangroves, orchids & bromeliads. A calming experience like nothing you have experienced before.

Dare to challenge the mud roads in the middle of the jungle aboard an ATV, driving through an imperfect path full of mud (rainy season), stones, climbs, descents, water and lots of fun. Zip lines circuit (4) one of them 1KM (long) here you can fly through the treetops, these zip lines have high safety standards, but before this, we will do a Mayan ceremony (10min) just for more safety, hehe! IMAGINE BEING ABLE TO FLY, SCREAM AND SURPRISE YOU WITH THE BEAUTIFUL VIEWS THAT YOU WILL HAVE FLYING LIKE AN EAGLE! Finally, Discover a cenote by swimming - Mayans believed that there were doors to the underworld - it can be accessed through a safe staircase and what your eyes will see is totally out of this world. After swimming, enjoy nature in a different way. At the end, we will go to our restaurant to eat a delicious Mayan lunch (tacos), order a beer and rest in a hammock before returning to the meeting point. Upgrade your adventure: horses, reefs, pyramids, what more do you want?

Get muddy while driving through the Mayan jungle nearby Tulum. This is a perfect way to spend 3 hours while visiting Tulum.

About 20 minutes south of Tulum, we have the opportunity to enjoy an incredible bird diversity, learn about the current Maya culture and the ancient Maya civilization as we walk and look for birds in the village and archaeological site of Muyil. We explore different habitats in the village with different types of vegetation: mature semi-deciduous jungle in the archaeological site of Muyil and some fresh water wetlands as we walk through flooded jungle using a boardwalk until we reach a fresh water lagoon. On this tour it is possible to identify from 40 to 80 species of birds (depending on the time of the year). Depending on the availability of boats, there is also the possibility to add a boat trip across two lagoons and a lazy river floating experience to this tour. We float in a truly unique setting, listening to the sounds of nature, among mangroves, orchids & bromeliads. A calming experience like nothing you have experienced before.

Observe the beautiful whale sharks during their annual visit to Quintana Roo. Whale sharks are the largest fish species in the world and can grow up to 65 feet long. On this tour from Tulum you’ll ride to Cancun and then be taken out to sea where you’ll have the privilege to see and swim nearby these giants. Beverages, snacks and a meal of freshly prepared ceviche will be provided.

You cannot miss this tour in which you will visit the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, the largest protected area in the Mexican Caribbean that occupies approximately 650 thousand hectares, includes beaches, cenotes, coral reefs and a tropical jungle, home to more than 300 species of birds and more than 1000 species of plants and 100 animals. Sian Ka’an is a natural paradise and on your boat tour you will be able to observe dolphins and especially many birds (there are more than 200 species) pelicans, cormorants, eagles, herons, in short, the dream of a nature lover. It is also possible to see white-tailed deer and jaguars, in their natural habitat, you can also snorkel and observe the marine life of this reserve, you can see sea turtles and endemic fish of the región.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and popular Yucatan attraction, Sian Ka’an is a must-do day trip from Tulum. This private Sian Ka’an tour provides a more personalized experience than the big-bus option—avoid the crowds and visit hidden spots that feel closer to nature. Your tour includes a 6-hour trip through mangrove forests, plus a chance to swim and snorkel in a natural pool.

Nature enthusiasts in Tulum may not realize that this area of the Yucatán Peninsula is actually a hub for whale sharks, making it a go-to destination for viewing these majestic creatures. With this full-day adventure from Tulum, join your guide on a whale shark tour to see these docile animals, and hop in the water to swim with sharks in their natural habitat. After your swim, soak up the sun and refuel with an onboard lunch, included in the tour.

Discover the Yucatan Peninsula’s unique natural landscape away from the tourist crowds on an early morning, private tour of Dos Ojos. Snorkel in the 2 cenotes under the guidance of a certified instructor and learn more about the underwater rock formations, before heading to a local Mayan restaurant for lunch. Relax after an active excursion with hotel pickup and drop-off included in the price.

Discover spectacular natural scenery along with one of Mexico’s most renowned archaeological sites during this action-packed, double-duty tour. Enjoy free time to explore Tulum, a photogenic ancient port city overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Most tours end there, but you’ll shift gears from cultural to natural attractions with a visit to the world’s largest set of underwater caves. Swim through a hidden world of hanging stalactites, previously undiscovered.