The 6 Best 3-Hour Experiences on the Riviera Maya

1.3 Hour Xpu-Ha – 51′ Sea Ray Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 489 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) Our pick

Take a private 51-foot Sea Ray from Puerto Aventuras to Xpu-Ha for three hours of swimming, paddle boarding, music, lunch, and an open bar. The crew, including names such as JJ, Uriel, Ricardo, Gonzo, Jesus, Tomás, and Charlie, provides attentive service, though the exact crew may vary.

“The crew and the food were amazing. We took 9 adults and one 11 year old. The staff catered to us and were incredibly friendly and hospitable. The waters were rough so we couldn’t go out to sea, but we used the paddle boards and snorkeled and had a blast. I would certainly recommend them time and time again.”

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2.3 Hour Xpu-Ha – 47′ Azimut, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 440 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend three hours aboard a private 47-foot Azimut yacht from Puerto Aventuras to Xpu-Ha. You get lunch, standard cocktails, beer, paddle boards, Bluetooth music, and karaoke for your own group of up to 15. Juan and the crew can keep a celebration moving, though weather and drink upgrades need attention.

“The crew at H2OH was excellent! They kept us entertained constantly and were able to accommodate us even though it was an extremely windy day we had a joint bachelor bachelor party and had a really good time”

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3.Playa del Carmen: 3-Hour Local Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 267 reviews · 3 hours · from $84Best value

Walk beyond Playa del Carmen’s tourist core with a Spanish- or English-speaking guide such as Abbey, Alex, Emmanuel, or Fabiola. Over three hours, taste tacos, quesadillas, mole, aguas frescas, seasonal fruit, and handmade popsicles while learning about local food, street art, Mayan culture, and the city’s past.

“It was a small group which made it more personable and very easy to ask questions. Our tour guide was very knowledgable. She explained about the cultural and history behind some of the day of the dead art work around the town as we passed it. All the stops had amazing food and it was very interesting finding out about how they are prepared and the ingredients they use. Would definitely recommend”

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4.3 Hour Xpuha-60′ Neptunus-Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 156 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $1,349

You’ll cruise the Riviera Maya aboard the 60-foot Xpuha Neptunus, snorkel with certified guides at Punta Venado, and enjoy grilled chicken, guacamole, rice, beans, chips, tortillas, and drinks. The private three-hour outing begins at Puerto Aventuras Marina at 10:00 am.

“The crew were just great. My only complaint was that we had 3 hours on the Isla de Mujeres and they close the boat for those 3 hours. It was very hot and just wanted to relax on the boat and we couldn't get on board.”

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5.3 Hours – 53′ Hatteras – Tulum, Playa Del Carmen, Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend three hours aboard H2OH Sun Cruises’ private Hatteras yacht from Puerto Aventuras. Your group of up to 15 gets drinks, lunch, paddleboards, life jackets, alcohol, karaoke, and a crew such as Juan, Richard, Bryan, or Daniel. The boat returns to the marina after the cruise.

“Alsome trip. Crew was extremely nice and professional. Would go again. Everybody on board was taken care of. Best time ever”

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6.Tulum: 3-Hour Local Food Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 80 reviews · 3 hours · from $94

Spend three hours with a bilingual local guide such as Armando, Alejandro, or Luis, eating at Tulum spots favored by locals. Try tacos de guisado, dalbutes, tamales, mole, fresh juices, and fruit-market desserts while learning about Mexican food, Mayan culture, and Tulum’s past.

“So much food. They took us to the local haunts- the best tamale I have ever had. The guide had great knowledge of how the food was prepared, Mayan history and knew her way around the ins and outs of Tulum. Bring your appetite.”

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