Top 3 Morning Tours on the Riviera Maya

1.Sunrise Session – The #1 Paddleboard Tour On The Caribbean Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $50Our pick

Meet Aloha Paddle Club at Fusion Beach in Playa del Carmen for a guided sunrise paddleboard session. You’ll learn basic technique, paddle with an instructor such as Roberto, and receive photos from the water. Boards, paddles, leashes, and snorkel gear in suitable conditions are included.

“Loved this activity!! My friend and I are in our 60’s and I was afraid this might be too hard. Roberto was patient and within 10minutes I was up and paddling toward the sunrise. Totally magical! Looking forward to doing this again when we return to playa!”

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2.Chichen Itza Marvel of the World Early Morning Archaeologic Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · from $149

Leave Tulum before sunrise and reach Chichen Itza early, when the site is cooler and quieter. Certified guides such as Jessica, Mimi, Geronimo, and Alejandro lead the visit, with round-trip transport, water, and a packed lunch included. Groups are limited to 12.

“Guide and driver were both great - they were very punctual, polite and friendly, careful of our comfort, good driving, excellent information given about Chichen Itza. There were 6 of us on the tour and the guide used English and French very fluently for the group. Highly recommended.”

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3.Morning Session – All Levels Paddleboard Group Caribbean Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $50

Join Ilse and the Aloha Paddle Club team for a two-hour morning paddleboard session off Playa del Carmen. All levels are welcome. Boards, paddles, instruction, photos, showers, storage, and possible snorkel gear are included.

“The conditions where pretty tough for a first timer, I would recommend booking this when the weather is alot nicer. 1 of the guides was super awesome and encouraging to all of us, I can't remember his name but yeah he's great!”

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