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title: "Sunrise Session - The #1 Paddleboard Tour On The Caribbean Sea"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Playa del Carmen
country: Mexico
price: 50
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.97
reviews: 231
duration_minutes: 120
languages: [en, nl, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Paddleboarding at sunrise
rank_in_category: 2 of 24 (Snorkeling Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-09
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/sunrise-session-the-1-paddleboard-tour-on-the-caribbean-sea/
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# Sunrise Session - The #1 Paddleboard Tour On The Caribbean Sea

**Guidekin's take:** Meet at a beachfront club in Playa del Carmen before dawn for sunrise paddleboarding on the Caribbean Sea. Beginner instruction, a board, leash, paddle and photos are included; snorkeling gear is provided only when conditions allow, and moderate fitness is required. 4.97 from 231 reviews at €50 per person for 2h.

In our comparison: #2 of 24 in Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Winner of the LuxLife Luxury Awards and featured on today.com and Fodor's Travel as a must-do activity in Playa del Carmen, our daily sunrise paddleboarding group is one of the most accesible, popular and highest-rated water sports activities in the area. Operating since 2015, with unparalleled experience, we can say we did it first and we do it best!

Start your day by meeting us at our beachfront club in the heart of Playa del Carmen, just before dawn. After a brief instruction session, you'll paddle towards the rising sun, guided by our experienced instructors and accompanied by fellow adventurers from around the world. This unique and exhilarating experience is truly unforgettable and not to be missed. 

Due to the high demand, our groups fill up quickly, so be sure to book in advance!

## Before you book

- Meeting point: PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES EARLIER FOR…
- Starts 06:00, 06:15: 2 departures a day
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €50 per person
- Duration: 2h
- Rating: 4.97/5 from 231 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Aloha Paddle Club
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Dutch, Spanish
- Start times: 06:00, 06:15
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-09

## Reviews

4.97 from 231 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 230 of 231.

- 5 stars: 226 (98%)
- 4 stars: 4 (2%)
- 3 stars: 1 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Photos (GoPro, sometimes drone as well)
- 15% discount at Fusion Beach Bar or Muza Surf Bar (with minimum consumption)
- Snorkel gear (only if conditions allow for it)
- Basic instruction for beginners
- Board, leash and paddle

## Not included

- Towel
- Tips are always appreciated :)
- Sun protection

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 06:00, 06:15
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-09
- 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.

## Meeting point

PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES EARLIER FOR YOUR INSTRUCTION! Aloha Paddle Club is located inside Fusion Beach Bar Cuisine on the beach with calle 6. When you arrive to the beach from calle 6 you will find the entrance to Fusion on the left. Our team will be there waiting for you.

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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

## Compared with other Snorkeling Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #2 of 24** | €50 | 2h | 4.97 (231) | shared |
| [Private Tulum Ruins with Reef Snorkel, Cenote & Mayan Ceremony](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/private-tulum-ruins-with-reef-snorkel-cenote-mayan-ceremony/?format=md) | €302 | 7h | 4.97 (330) | private |
| [3 in 1 Private Tour Tulum Cenote and Snorkeling in the reef](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/3-in-1-private-tour-tulum-cenote-and-snorkeling-in-the-reef/?format=md) | €191 | 8h | 5.0 (120) | private |
| [Tulum 34 Foot Sail and Snorkel All Inclusive](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/tulum-34-foot-sail-and-snorkel-all-inclusive/?format=md) | €750 | 4h | 4.97 (174) | private |

Ranked #2 of 24 in Snorkeling Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €763, median €117; typical length 5h 30m. 8 of 24 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

Full list: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/snorkeling-playa-del-carmen/?format=md

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