Written by Alex Ruelas

Maya Backroads and the Wildlife of the Forest

Discover Mayan Backroads • Book Experience Online

Grab a bike and follow your guide in a private expedition to the deep tropical forest. Charming shingle roads among the trees will take you to traditional Maya villages, where you’ll learn about the local history and customs of its people. Then, you’ll enjoy a traditional pueblo meal and finish your day in Punta Laguna, a natural reserve famous for being the best spot in the region to see monkeys and other wildlife. 

Discover the Maya Underworld

Some of the most special places in the Riviera Maya are its cenotes, natural pools that reveal the crystalline aquifer underground and where considered sacred by the Maya. There are two options for you to explore these mystical marvels.

Cenote Hopping by Bike • Book Experience Online

Embark on an tropical adventure and go cenote hopping by bike. Dirt roads covered by the forest, home to many species of birds, reptiles, and mammals, will lead you to these stunning natural freshwater springs, where you’ll swim, relax and become acquainted with the stories of Xibalbá, the Maya realm of the dead. 

Diving Into the Underworld • Book Experience Online

Reset your mind and body in the crystalline waters of the underworld and then visit the striking Kaan Luum, a vibrant blue lagoon in the middle of the Caribbean greenery, very close to the famous Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve.

Explore Ancient Culture

Discover Tulum & Coba • Book Experience Online

Two millenary cities are located very close to Soliman Bay. The first is Tulum, famous for being the only Maya capital that overlooks the Caribbean Sea. Sat atop a seaside cliff, this archeological site is an absolute must in every travel itinerary. Then there’s Coba, an ancient stronghold in the middle of the jungle. Climb to the top of the mighty Nohoch Mul temple and watch the green carpet of the forest canopy extend all the way to the horizon. 

Tulum: Art, History and the Charm of the Pueblo Mágico

Tulum is a marvelous place to discover. Whether you want to take your time to explore the old city, cycle around town looking for art and local contemporary culture, or go deep into the surrounding jungle, this Pueblo Mágico (magical village) has something for everyone. 

Tulum by Bike • Book Experience Online

Join a fun tour that will show you all the best places on two wheels. The guides will take you through quiet roads and jungle paths along the Caribbean shore and the streets of the town. Have a look at local art, culture, ancient temples, and traditional gastronomy.

Tulum Mayan Jungle Expedition • Book Experience Online

If you have the energy to spare, this option is for you. Start your day with a tour of Tulum Archeological Site. Learn everything there is to know about this amazing ceremonial center, and then get ready for adrenaline-filled activities such as ziplining, canoeing, cliff diving, and snorkeling. 

Ancient Tulum • Book Experience Online

Take your time and explore this fantastic site at your own pace. Walk leisurely through the ruins and fall in love with their history. Then, go snorkeling in the clear waters of a cavernous cenote and finish your day with a gourmet lunch in one of picture-perfect beaches of Tulum.