Tulum
πŸ›οΈ Tulum, Quintana Roo Β· Mexico

Ancient Mysteries
of Tulum

Where 1,200-year-old Mayan ruins perch dramatically above the Caribbean Sea β€” a place of ancient power, jungle cenotes, and untouched white-sand beaches.

πŸ›οΈ Mayan Ruins🏊 Gran Cenote🌿 Sian Ka'an Reserve🐊 WildlifeπŸŒ… Clifftop Sunrise
1,200yrs
Old Mayan Ruins
UNESCO
Sian Ka'an Biosphere
Gran Cenote
Most Famous Cenote
Sunrise
Best Time at the Ruins
45 min
from Playa del Carmen

Where Ancient Meets Wild

Tulum is unlike any other destination in Mexico. The ancient Mayan city sits atop dramatic limestone cliffs overlooking the turquoise Caribbean Sea, its temples standing in silent testament to a civilization that flourished here over a thousand years ago.

Below the cliffs, a stretch of beach so beautiful it almost defies description. A short distance inland, the Gran Cenote and dozens of other sacred sinkholes offer some of the most magical swimming experiences on earth.

To the south, the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve β€” a UNESCO World Heritage Site β€” protects 1.3 million acres of jungle, mangroves, and reef teeming with jaguars, manatees, and flamingos.

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Clifftop Ruins
Only walled Mayan city overlooking the sea
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Gran Cenote
Mexico's most famous freshwater sinkhole
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Sian Ka'an Reserve
1.3M acre UNESCO wilderness
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Jaguar Territory
One of the last jaguar corridors in Mexico
Tulum
564 AD
Earliest known date at Tulum

Adventures in Tulum

Handpicked experiences for every type of adventurer.

Ruins at Sunrise + Gran CenoteBest SellerEasy
Ruins at Sunrise + Gran Cenote
⏱ Full DayπŸ‘₯ Max 12πŸŒ… Sunrise start
Beat the crowds with a sunrise entry to the ruins, then swim through the crystal caverns of Gran Cenote.
🎟️ Entry tickets🀿 Snorkel gear🍱 LunchπŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Guide
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Sian Ka'an Biosphere Safari
⏱ Full DayπŸ‘₯ Max 10🌿 UNESCO Reserve
Boat through the mangrove channels, spot manatees and crocodiles, float down a Mayan canal, and picnic on a barrier island.
🚀 Boat🍱 Picnic lunchπŸ”­ BinocularsπŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Guide
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3 Sacred Cenotes Tour
⏱ Full DayπŸ‘₯ Max 10πŸ’§ Freshwater
Swim three of Tulum's most sacred and beautiful cenotes β€” Gran Cenote, Dos Ojos, and Calavera β€” each with crystal-clear water.
🎟️ Entry tickets🀿 Gear🚌 TransportπŸ₯€ Drinks
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CulturalEasy
CobΓ‘ Ruins Bike & Climb
⏱ Full DayπŸ‘₯ Max 12🚴 + πŸ›οΈ
Cycle through the jungle to ancient CobΓ‘, then climb Nohoch Mul pyramid for panoramic views above the canopy.
🚴 Bike🎟️ Entry🍱 Lunch🚌 Transport
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NewEasy
Tulum Beach & Reef Snorkel
⏱ Half DayπŸ‘₯ Max 10🌊 Caribbean
Snorkel the vibrant reef directly below the Tulum ruins, then spend the afternoon on the most beautiful stretch of beach on the Riviera Maya.
🀿 Full gear🚀 BoatπŸ–οΈ Beach time
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Tulum Ruins by Night & Stargazing
⏱ 3 hrsπŸ‘₯ Max 8πŸŒ™ Evening
Special after-hours access to the Tulum ruins under a blanket of stars β€” a guided astronomy walk explaining Mayan celestial knowledge.
πŸ”­ Telescope🎟️ Special accessβ˜• Mezcal & snacks

Wildlife in Tulum

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Iguanas
Everywhere
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Crocodiles
Lagoons
🦩
Flamingos
Sian Ka'an
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Jaguars
Rare, reserve
🦜
Toucans
Common
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Manatees
Sian Ka'an
🐒
Sea Turtles
Very Common
🌿
Howler Monkeys
Jungle treks
Plan Your Trip

Best Time to Visit Tulum

Jan
Peak
Feb
Peak
Mar
Peak
Apr
Great
May
Great
Jun
Good
Jul
Good
Aug
Good
Sep
Good
Oct
Great
Nov
Peak
Dec
Peak
Peak
Great
Good

Tulum's dry season (Nov–Apr) is paradise. Avoid hurricane season (Sep–Oct) for the best conditions.

How to Reach Tulum

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Fly into CancΓΊn (CUN) or Tulum (TQO)
CancΓΊn is 2 hours north. Tulum's new international airport (TQO) is now open for select US flights.
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ADO Bus from CancΓΊn or Playa
Direct ADO buses connect all Riviera Maya destinations β€” under $15 USD.
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Rental Car from CancΓΊn
A rental car gives freedom to explore cenotes and Sian Ka'an. The 2-hour coastal drive is scenic and easy.

Tips From Our Tulum Guides

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Arrive at the ruins at sunrise
Ruins open at 8am. Arrive exactly at opening β€” by 9am tour buses arrive in force. First 45 minutes are magical.
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Bike or tuk-tuk the cenote route
Gran Cenote, Dos Ojos, and others are within cycling distance of Tulum town.
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Hire a Mayan guide
Our local guides are descendants of Mayan communities and bring centuries of history to life.
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Book Sian Ka'an early
Access to the biosphere reserve is regulated and strictly limited β€” book well in advance.
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Stay in Tulum Pueblo
The town has great budget-friendly hotels and is only a 10-minute bike ride from everything.
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No light pollution
Tulum's lack of heavy development means extraordinary stargazing β€” the Milky Way is visible on clear nights.
10yrs
In Tulum
100%
Bilingual Guides
Max 12
Per Group
5β˜…
Avg Review
$0
Hidden Fees

Ready to Uncover Tulum?

Ancient ruins, sacred cenotes, untouched wilderness β€” Tulum's wonders are waiting.