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title: Try Tulum, Swim in a Cenote and Mayan Traditions with food
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cancún
country: Mexico
price: 61
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.75
reviews: 322
duration_minutes: 720
languages: [en, fr, es]
free_cancellation: true
rank_in_category: 27 of 46 (Day Trips)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-19
data_updated: 2026-09-20
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/cancun/tours/try-tulum-swim-in-a-cenote-and-mayan-traditions-with-food/
---

# Try Tulum, Swim in a Cenote and Mayan Traditions with food

**Guidekin's take:** Cobá and Tulum with a guide in one long day, plus a visit to a Mayan community for a shaman ceremony and a look at how cocoa is grown, a cenote swim and a buffet meal. Admissions and taxes are paid on the day and drinks are not included. 4.75 from 322 reviews at €61 per person.

## Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in the ancient Mayan lands! Join us to explore the impressive archaeological sites of Cobá and Tulum, accompanied by an expert guide who will reveal the secrets and history of these majestic ruins. Immerse yourself in the rich Mayan traditions in our community, where you will participate in an authentic ceremony with a shaman who will connect you with the ancestral energies of the place.

Discover the fascinating process of growing cocoa, from the plant to its transformation into delicious chocolate, and learn about the Mayan bee Melipona. 
Relax and enjoy a refreshing swim in the crystalline Mariposa cenote, surrounded by the exuberant nature of the region.

To culminate this experience, savor an exquisite special buffet prepared with local ingredients that will delight your palate. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this unique immersion in Mayan culture and nature!

## Key facts

- Price: from €61 per person
- Duration: 12h
- Rating: 4.75/5 from 322 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Ekinox Tours

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guided tour English & Spanish | €61 / person | Spanish, English | Bilingual Pickup included |
| Tour + PLUS Package | €79 / person | Spanish, English, French | PLUS Package: Includes: Boxlunch Baguette or Croissant, Energy Bar, Pack of 5 drinks and 1 Organic Repellent or Sunblock Pickup included |
| Private Tour | €407 / person (for 2+ people) | Spanish, English, French | Pickup included |

## What's included

- 1 bottle of water in each archaeological zone
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Buffet meal without drinks

## Not included

- Admissions, fees and taxes. Adults 42 USD and children 20 USD (Mexicans with INE preferential rate)

## Itinerary

1. **Tulum** (2h; admission included) - Get to know the Mayan culture by visiting the old walled city on the coast of the Caribbean Sea, accompanied by an expert guide who will transmit all your knowledge
2. **Zona Arqueologica De Coba** (2h; admission included) - Explore the mythical Mayan city of Cobá, walk its paths while our guides immerse you in the history. It reaches the imposing Nohoch Mul to climb 42 meters to the top and appreciate the view. In return, our Mayan limousines will take you to the exit.
3. **Canamayte Cenote & Ecopark** (1h 30m; admission included) - Demonstration of Mayan traditions, lunch in a buffet restaurant and visit to Cenote Mariposa

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 07:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-19
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The strollers must be foldable

## How it compares in Day Trips

Ranked **#27 of 46** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume).

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