VIVAOHLALA · PRIVATE TOURS IN ENGLISH
Riviera Maya tours, made personal
Maya ruins, freshwater cenotes and Caribbean island days—with your own group and an English-speaking guide. Plan your Mexico vacation with VivaOhlala, a local excursion agency based in Playa del Carmen.
A day beyond the resort, with people who know the region
Follow the story of Chichen Itza, snorkel in Akumal, explore Holbox by boat or watch for wildlife in Sian Ka’an. We help you choose day trips around your interests, your hotel and the people traveling with you.
Our English-language excursions focus on private tours. You travel with your partner, family or friends and a dedicated guide, while visiting real archaeological sites, communities and natural areas. Those places are shared with other visitors; a private tour does not mean exclusive access to a destination.
Start with the experience you want
Compare the itinerary, activity requirements and group-size pricing for each private day trip.
Chichen Itza
Stand beneath El Castillo, follow the stories carved into an ancient Maya city, then trade limestone paths for the cool water of a cenote.
From US$145 per person · based on 12 travelers
Tulum & Akumal
Maya temples above the Caribbean, a freshwater cenote and the chance to watch sea turtles grazing in Akumal Bay: three very different sides of the Riviera Maya in one private day.
From US$150 per person · based on 12 travelers
Sian Ka’an
Follow mangrove-lined channels toward the open Caribbean, look for wildlife and stop in the fishing village of Punta Allen.
Private quote for your group
Ancient cities & living Maya culture
Choose Chichen Itza, a cenote and Valladolid for a day centered on history. Prefer forest paths, a local meal and active discoveries? Explore Coba and Punta Laguna.
Island water & open horizons
Head to Holbox for shallow island waters and sandy streets, Isla Mujeres for snorkeling and Playa Norte, or Bacalar for the changing blues of a freshwater lagoon.
Wildlife experiences that follow nature
Look for birds, dolphins or turtles on the Sian Ka’an Deluxe itinerary, combine archaeology and coastal wildlife at Ek Balam and Rio Lagartos, or plan a private whale shark trip during our June 15–September 15 season. Wild animals are never guaranteed, and water activities depend on conditions.
A local team, a direct conversation
Simon founded VivaOhlala after years of travel in more than 70 countries. From Playa del Carmen, he coordinates excursions with local guides and partners and helps travelers turn a list of ideas into a workable vacation plan.
Tell us what matters most: time in the water, Maya history, a slower family pace or a private day with friends. We’ll explain the choices and check the practical details before you book.
Travelers’ stories & a look behind the scenes
Read traveler feedback about the organization, guides and experiences before choosing your trip. VivaOhlala’s French website features Tripadvisor recognition for 2024, 2025 and 2026 and a segment on TF1’s 50 Minutes Inside.
1. Choose your day
Start with the places and activities you would most like to experience.
2. Share your details
Send your dates, hotel, party size and children’s ages. We check pickup and availability.
3. Confirm & look forward
Review your full quote and booking terms, then pay the deposit to confirm your excursion.
Questions before you book
Where can you pick us up?
Pickup depends on the tour and your accommodation. Send your hotel in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Akumal, Puerto Morelos or elsewhere on the Riviera Maya so we can confirm coverage and any supplement.
Are your guides English-speaking?
The private excursions listed on our English website are offered with English-speaking guides. Guide availability is confirmed for your date.
Are prices per person or per group?
Most private tours use a per-person price based on group size. The whale shark charter is priced per boat for up to 10 travelers. Always check the specific tour’s price section.
Can you help us choose tours for children?
Yes. Tell us their ages, swimming confidence and how much travel they are comfortable with. Activity and age restrictions vary; Sian Ka’an does not accept children under 3.
Can we add a photographer?
Yes, subject to availability. The optional package includes 50 edited photos, a 3–5 image preview within 24 hours and full delivery within 5 business days.
Plan the rest of your stay
Use our Riviera Maya travel guides to compare destinations and our practical travel tips for arrival, money, transportation and everyday vacation planning.
What would make your Mexico trip memorable?
Send your preferred date, hotel name, number of adults and children’s ages. We’ll confirm availability, pickup arrangements and the complete price before you book.