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Playa del Carmen/Cancún: Rio Lagartos & Las Coloradas Tour

1. Playa del Carmen/Cancún: Rio Lagartos & Las Coloradas Tour

Enjoy a guided tour of Rio Lagartos and Las Coloradas on a day trip from Playa del Carmen or Cancún. Keep an eye out for crocodiles and see them up close at a crocodile sanctuary. Marvel at the pink shades of the lagoons of Las Coloradas and watch the flamingos fly by. Travel in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle to the neighboring state of Yucatán and the famous pink lakes of Las Coloradas. This is an area of untouched nature that will knock you out, the stunning views of Las Coloradas Yucatán have to be seen to be believed. Your expert guide will explain the facts and folklore of the region. They will also help you get the best Instagram-worthy photos of this marvelous area of stunning natural beauty. Take a boat ride through the mangroves of a magnificent protected area. Keep a lookout for the crocodiles and the huge array of bird species, including cormorants, ospreys, herons, and pelicans. Rio Lagartos Yucatan is a bird watcher's paradise. Finally, stop for lunch of salad, soft drinks, and the main course of your choice. Choose between fresh fish, chicken, or a vegetarian dish. The food is fresh and delicious and a great way to refuel after all your adventures. Once you've had your fill, head back to your hotel after an incredible day trip in the Yucatán Peninsula.

From Cancún: Puerto Morelos Guided Taco Tasting Tour

2. From Cancún: Puerto Morelos Guided Taco Tasting Tour

Explore Puerto Morelos, a quaint fishing town, on a guided tour. Sample three different taco types and take part in a professional tequila tasting session. Start with pickup from your hotel in Cancún. Work up your appetite as you arrive in Puerto Morelos, where you will savor delicious fish tacos right by the beach in one of the town's best restaurants. Next, try what locals call tacos de canasta, a popular comfort food. Served from a large basket, the soft, tasty tacos are usually filled with stews. Then, explore the Flea Market and try some delicious Maya tacos. Enjoy the most popular regional variation of the taco, cochinita pibil, which a slow-roasted marinated pork traditionally prepared in an earth oven. Finally, enjoy a complete guided tasting of a variety of different tequilas. Take some time to explore the main plaza of the town, before heading back to your accommodation.

Playa del Carmen: 3-Hour Local Food Walking Tour

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

Dive into Mexican food and cultural experience in one of Playa del Carmen’s most unassuming neighborhoods on this 3-hour walking guided food tour. Taste incredibly distinct cuisine from Italy and Lebanon to Chiapas and Mexico City, all brought together in a multicultural city. Visit street stalls that are famous for their secretly spiced tacos: cochinita, carnitas, pastor, and more. Walk to a local restaurant known for the best chocolate-spiced mole in town - a rich spiced sauce that pairs with slow-cooked chicken. Sample the culinary diamonds of Playa del Carmen while becoming deeply aware of the Mayan Riviera’s history, culture, and geography. Learn the origins of one of the world’s most-loved cuisines: traditional Mexican food. See secret, less known areas kept under the radar, such as family-run markets where they stock hard-to-find seasonal fruits, vegetables, and fresh-squeezed juices. Finish your walk on a sweet note: at one of Playa del Carmen’s best, handmade popsicle shops. Try classic, Mexican ice or milk-based frozen popsicles that are infused with the local, exotic fruits of the area.

Tulum: 3-Hour Local Food Tasting Tour

4. Tulum: 3-Hour Local Food Tasting Tour

Explore Tulum and discover local eateries. Enjoy authentic Mexican food while learning about the city's culture and history. Your tour begins with delectable bites of tacos de guisado, followed by fresh fruit juices and some more regional tacos. Afterwards, hear about the history of Tulum and the surrounding areas as you make your way to the local market. Arrive at the market to enjoy more flavors of Tulum. While here you'll try the authentic Mexican dishes of tamales and mole. Continue on to avoid the tourist hot spots and head to the fruit market where you'll conclude your food tour with a refreshing dessert. This is a unique experience where you will be accompanied by a knowledgeable guide that will take you around Tulum, typically away from common tourist hot-spots to taste the authentic flavors of Mexico and meet its people.

Tulum: Classic Tulum Bike Tour

5. Tulum: Classic Tulum Bike Tour

Your Tulum Bike Tour wlll begin as you meet your guide at the central office and receive a safety briefing and all necessary equipment including helmet and bike. Then, it's off to discover everything the area has to offer. You will learn about the local history as you ride through quiet roads, forest trails and beach paths to see a variety of natural attractions and witness the cultural legacy of this exceptional town. This will be the perfect way to explore Tulum as the tour is full of art, culture, history and fun. You will get to visit the ancient Maya ruins with a professional historical guide and cycle by wonderful waters of the Caribbean. Then, you'll head downtown and learn of the mural art scene, the tastiest street food, the local heart of Tulum and the cosmopolitan town of today. You will also learn about Mayan traditions and beliefs, the art of native beekeeping and where to find the best tacos, mojitos, ice cream and music in town.  Finish the tour by jumping into the cooling waters of a beautiful cenote: crystal clear freshwater sinkholes surrounded by the lush jungle. This will be an insider's view of Tulum, led by experienced and dedicated guides who share their love of nature, history, biking and fun with you. Your tour will end at approximately 13:00 in the central office. 

Playa del Carmen: Vegan Food Walking Tour

6. Playa del Carmen: Vegan Food Walking Tour

Experience Mexico’s vegan culinary world in the streets of Playa del Carmen. Meet your professional guide and take a tour of the area’s history and culture and, most importantly, its food. Enjoy the complexity of Mexican flavours in a contemporary and healthy way. The walking tour will take you through the city, from a classic fruit market with diverse and exotic produce, to small, authentic eateries selling things like Yucatec dishes, ceviche and, of course, tacos. The small group tours host a maximum of 10 people in order to ensure an intimate and highly immersive experience. Perfect for couples, groups of friends, and families. The tour will also highlight some of Playa del Carmen's wonderful street art.

Cancun: Gastronomic City Tour with Taco and Tequila Sampling

7. Cancun: Gastronomic City Tour with Taco and Tequila Sampling

Discover laid-back Puerto Morelos, a quaint, small fisherman town located by the sea. Make the experience tastier by sampling three different taco types and partaking in a professional tequila tasting. Work up your appetite as you arrive in Puerto Morelos, where you are about to savor delicious fish tacos right by the beach, in one of the town's best restaurants. Next, try out what Mexicans call tacos de canasta, a popular comfort food. Served from a large basket, the soft, tasty tacos are usually filled with stews. The third stop is near the Flea Market and it features exquisite Maya tacos. The most popular regional variation of the taco is cochinita pibil, a slow-roasted marinated pork traditionally prepared in an earth oven. What would be a Mexican culinary experience without tequila? A complete guided tasting of different tequilas takes place before you get some free time to stroll around the main square.

Tulum: Vegan Walking Food Tour with Tasting

8. Tulum: Vegan Walking Food Tour with Tasting

Incredible Vegan Mexican food in the heart of downtown Tulum. We will walk the small streets of the city in search of the best-hidden gems of local vegan food. We will also appreciate a bit of urban art and you will learn about the customs and stories of the region and the city. A unique experience where you will visit local fruit markets, eat traditional Mexican food in its vegan version, and learn about the history of food and local life. With small group tours of no more than ten departing from Monday through Saturday, you’ll receive a highly immersive, generous, and friendly experience. Perfect for couples, groups of friends, and families.

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4.5 / 5

based on 4 reviews

This tour was with our guide Jonas at 10AM. Our family aged from from 9 years to 59 years were met by him and taken around some local taco places, plus juices/smoothies, tamale, mole and desert ice cream. The tour went around places without tourists but felt very safe. Jonas was brilliant with my 9 yr old son and helped with the group of six crossing the road etc. He was very knowledgeable about the area. He also took some very high quality pictures which were emailed to us after. Highly recommend this tour, if you are staying in a hotel outside of Tulum, getting a taxi is easy enough to the location.

Best trip I've done in Yucatan peninsula. Las Coloradas are really pink amd the guide helped me take the best pics. The rio Lagartos boat ride is super fun and interesting. We spot so many crocodiles! Definitely worth it!!

great guide, we learned a lot about the city and walking through the local street restaurants was sensational, regional cuisine and drinks, through the market and we explored the city on foot, very, very great

Great insight into Mexican cuisine. Many thanks to our guide Adrian who was able to provide us with a lot of information during the tour

A great way to get a feeling for Tulum and discover family eateries you would probably miss otherwise