What to do in one week in the Riviera Maya Quintana Roo in Mexico?
Are you dreaming of an unforgettable vacation with turquoise sea and breathtaking landscapes? It’s time to discover here in Mexico the Riviera Maya with more than 7000 cenotes, archeological sites, paradise islands, thrilling activities in the jungle, there is enough to know where to go… The Riviera Maya is located in the region of Quintana Roo in Mexico from Cancun to Tulum through Playa Del Carmen you will have the chance to go along the Caribbean Sea while crossing the jungle…
This destination is ideal for families or friends for a relaxing vacation as well as for adventurers!
The main cities and beaches to discover on the Riviera Maya: Cancun, Tulum, Playa del Carmen…
Along the Caribbean Sea, find Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Punta Allen, Mahaual, Xcalak, Bacalar and Chetumal. Cities that are very different from each other but with an indescribable charm and nature show. Between the sea, the discovery of the marine fauna and flora, the beaches of fine and white sand, numerous activities you will not have time to get bored.
Inland, in the heart of Mayan traditions, discover Coba, Muyil, Maya Ka’an, Grand Costa Maya and Chaccohoen. It is mandatory to come to Mexico in the Riviera Maya to discover the land, the cultures and the Mayan customs with archaeological sites, typical villages and natural parks.
Mexico, and more specifically the Riviera Maya, is the ideal place to discover the Mayan culture, turquoise waters, fine sandy beaches and the jungle with its cenotes and temples.
Breathtaking archaeological sites!
Mexico is known for the sea and the fine sand but not only for the archaeological sites like Chichén Itzá, Tulum, Coba, Muyil, Ek Balam, Chacchoben and many others.
The most famous archeological site in the Riviera Maya is Chichén Itzá, one of the 7 new wonders of the world, recognized as Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO! In addition to discovering this temple in the Yucatan jungle you can visit the Mayan village and an underground cenote sacred to the Mayans.
Is Chichén Itzá worth visiting on vacation in Mexico? Check out our page on Chichén Itzá.
The second most famous Mayan site is in Tulum, a very well preserved ancient pre-Hispanic archaeological site with a view of the sea. After visiting this site, it is possible to relax in a cenote and swim with the turtles in Akumal Bay.
The archaeological sites of the Riviera Maya are day trips with English guides if needed.
After the discovery of the temples, take a little tour on one of the paradisiacal islands of Mexico.
The paradise islands of the Riviera Maya
Discover breathtaking paradise islands such as Holbox, Isla Mujeres, Contoy, Cozumel and many more!
Holbox is known for its exceptional fauna and its calmness, go by boat to Punta Mosquito to be able to discover crystalline waters, one of the most famous islands of Mexico with its white and fine sand beaches.
One of the most popular islands for diving in Mexico in the Riviera Maya is Cozumel ! It is the second richest reef in the world with a starfish sanctuary and the possibility to snorkel in its protected area.
Isla Mujeres is an exceptional place in the Caribbean Sea to discover its dazzling sea beds, its picturesque downtown and its white sandy beaches. It is possible to make a dive in an underwater museum.
Discover the Isla Contoy National Park for its protected environment with only 200 visitors per day! Known for its migratory and native bird sanctuary. You can also snorkel there to discover the second largest barrier reef in the world.
The ideal combo is to do Isla Mujeres and Isla Contoy on a day trip to be able to discover in one week two unforgettable islands, if you are lovers of turquoise water and marine diversity.
After visiting paradise islands, do an activity in the jungle and discover cenotes in the Riviera Maya!
The Riviera Maya is known for its incredible nature activities and cenotes
Go on an adventure in the jungle on a quad bike, buggy or even swim in cenotes.
Drive an ATV in the Mayan jungle and discover on your way a cenote and zip lines during a break for a unique trip.
By buggy, it’s also possible! Immerse yourself in nature with a buggy for a unique experience, with a stop in the heart of a Mayan community and then swim in a cenote.
A cenote is really a place to visit when you come to Mexico in the Riviera Maya, it is a really magical place!
Casa Tortuga is without a doubt one of the best places to visit at the same time different types of cenote. In total you can discover 4 cenotes in one day, 2 open and 2 closed. Take in the dreamy scenery while swimming in these natural wonders. You can even cross the Mayan jungle by zip line over the cenotes.
To discover the best cenotes to do in the Riviera Maya click here “What cenotes to do in the Riviera Maya?”
It is possible to do a lot of activities as diverse as imaginable such as parasailing, massages by the turquoise water, jet-skiing, horseback riding… But not only in the jungle in the water too!
Discover the marine flora and fauna in the Caribbean Sea by snorkeling or diving
There is so much marine diversity in Mexico in the Caribbean Sea that you can only find your happiness! Between snorkeling with turtles, swimming with dolphins, diving in an underwater museum or a dive with sharks…
Go to the discovery of the exceptional Caribbean seabed to live once in his life!
You will find your happiness for diving in Playa del Carmen, Akumal or Cozumel according to your level of diving or your desire of discovery. The funds in Mexico in the Riviera Maya are the richest funds in the world after Australia.
For the more adventurous, it is possible to swim with bulldog sharks and/or whale sharks.
It is strongly recommended that you do not fly for 18 hours after a dive.
On Akumal, live an extraordinary experience by swimming with the turtles, a soothing and unforgettable moment. It is possible to see from time to time rays or remoras on the shell of the turtles.
In Sian Ka’an it is possible to see turtles as well as dolphins in their natural habitat. This marine reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You can swim with dolphins in a more supervised excursion by hugging, kissing or even swimming with them.
The Riviera Maya is rich in very original amusement parks to complete your trip!
Exceptional and unimaginable theme parks!
The Riviera Maya party has a multitude of choices of amusement parks for both children and adults, in nature.
Xcaret is a park with more than 40 activities in the heart of the Mayan jungle and with a show in Mexico. It is one of the top 20 parks in the world.
Discover a heavenly water park on the Riviera Maya: Xel Ha! You can snorkel, zip lines, slides…
Xplor is a thrilling park in the middle of nature, ideal to make you vibrate!
Make an adventure park, Xavage, between land and sea. A mix of many thrilling activities such as tree climbing, rafting, rope courses, zip lines, kayaking…
Xenses is an outdoor amusement park offering sensory-based activities with optical illusions in nature.
There is also a park with an original dinner on the canals of Xoximilco. A dancing dinner to the sounds of mariachis with a tasting of local gastronomy.
Live a unique experience in each of these parks, it is possible to make day trips.
Incredible places in the Riviera Maya in Mexico in the Quintana Roo region to discover both at sea and inland.
To make the most of your week, it is recommended to see at least one archaeological site, Chichén Itzá the must-see, a paradise island such as Contoy which is very exclusive, discover cenotes where Casa Tortuga will be a good compromise and do an activity special like the quad or a park like Xcaret to experience a unique week.
It’s time to take your vacation and come and discover this region of Mexico, the Riviera Maya, unforgettable!
Do not hesitate to contact our experts to concoct your dream week in Mexico or for more information on the different activities you can do here!
To find out when is the best time to visit the Riviera Maya in Mexico, see our page “When is the best season to come to Mexico?”.
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