Explore the beauty of Cancún on this thrilling 3-hour adventure. Drive your own speedboat through the serene Nichupté Lagoon, snorkel at the vibrant Punta Nizuc reef, and immerse yourself in an authentic Mayan ceremony led by local performers. This family-friendly tour is perfect for small groups, offering an engaging mix of culture and water activities without the crowds.
• Drive a self-guided speedboat through lush mangrove channels • Snorkel at Punta Nizuc, part of the Mesoamerican Reef • Enjoy a traditional Mayan ceremony and jungle walk • Ideal for families and small groups, with up to 4 guests per boat
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
✓ Snorkeling at Punta Nizuc reef
✓ Mayan opening ceremony with traditional performers
✓ Small group experience (max 15 guests per guide)
✓ Traditional Yucatecan snack (3 salbutes + flavored waters)
✓ Self-drive speedboat (up to 4 guests per boat)
✓ Lockers and rinse showers
✓ Bilingual guide (English & Spanish)
✓ Bottled drinking water
✓ Mayan Path jungle walk with suspension bridges
✗ Marine Park dock fee: $20 USD per person (paid at venue)
✗ Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Boulevard Kukulcan
Please arrive 30 minutes before start time at Puerto Maya Cancún
• Optional hotel pickup available ($15 USD pp, Hotel Zone only)
• Not available from Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Riviera Maya, Costa Mujeres, or downtown Cancún
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Arrive at Puerto Maya and check in. Begin your experience with a traditional Mayan opening ceremony led by local performers. Learn about Mayan culture, symbolism, and calendar traditions in an authentic setting.
30 minutes
2
Mayan Museum of Cancun
Walk along the Mayan Path through tropical vegetation, crossing suspension bridges and passing replicas of ancient Mayan stelae. A short, interactive cultural and nature experience.
15 minutes
3
Puerto Maya Cancun
Receive a full safety briefing and driving instructions from your guide. No prior boating experience or license required. Each boat accommodates up to 4 guests.
15 minutes
4
Laguna Nichupté
Drive your own speedboat through the scenic Nichupté Lagoon, navigating mangrove channels and open water while following your guide. Enjoy a mix of adrenaline and nature.
45 minutes
5
Punta Nizuc
Stop at Punta Nizuc, part of the Mesoamerican Reef. Snorkel in clear Caribbean waters and discover tropical fish, coral formations, and occasional views of the underwater museum (MUSA). All equipment provided.
25 minutes
6
Puerto Maya Cancun
Drive back through the lagoon to Puerto Maya, enjoying the final stretch of your speedboat adventure.
30 minutes
7
Puerto Maya Cancun
Finish your experience with a Yucatecan snack: 3 salbutes and flavored waters (Jamaica, Horchata, or Tamarind). Use lockers and rinse showers before departure.
Explore the beauty of Cancún on this thrilling 3-hour adventure. Drive your own speedboat through the serene Nichupté Lagoon, snorkel at the vibrant Punta Nizuc reef, and immerse yourself in an authentic Mayan ceremony led by local performers. This family-friendly tour is perfect for small groups, offering an engaging mix of culture and water activities without the crowds.
• Drive a self-guided speedboat through lush mangrove channels • Snorkel at Punta Nizuc, part of the Mesoamerican Reef • Enjoy a traditional Mayan ceremony and jungle walk • Ideal for families and small groups, with up to 4 guests per boat
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
✓ Snorkeling at Punta Nizuc reef
✓ Mayan opening ceremony with traditional performers
✓ Small group experience (max 15 guests per guide)
✓ Traditional Yucatecan snack (3 salbutes + flavored waters)
✓ Self-drive speedboat (up to 4 guests per boat)
✓ Lockers and rinse showers
✓ Bilingual guide (English & Spanish)
✓ Bottled drinking water
✓ Mayan Path jungle walk with suspension bridges
✗ Marine Park dock fee: $20 USD per person (paid at venue)
✗ Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Boulevard Kukulcan
Please arrive 30 minutes before start time at Puerto Maya Cancún
• Optional hotel pickup available ($15 USD pp, Hotel Zone only)
• Not available from Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Riviera Maya, Costa Mujeres, or downtown Cancún
