Riviera Maya · BUFFET EXPERIENCES
The 14 best buffet experiences you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Explore Ek Balam and Chichen Itza early, swim in Cenote Chichikan, and enjoy a Mexican buffet on a long, value-packed day from Playa del Carmen.
“We had this tour guide named pastor and he was very helpful in getting us to understand Mayan culture! He helped my family members with disabilities and never let anyone feel left out”
Visit Chichen Itza, swim in Cenote Chichikan, enjoy a buffet and see Valladolid on a full-day trip from Playa del Carmen.
“The guide. Rodrigo was superb. He explained everything in detail, showed us amazing attractions and was particular”
Explore Tulum and Coba, swim in Cenote Mariposa, enjoy Mayan traditions and a buffet lunch on a full-day trip from Playa del Carmen.
“We were waiting for the shuttle at the address they provided that was closest to us, which was a 30 minute walk, and they never showed. We got an email after our pickup time saying to disregard our original pickup time and meet at a completely different location (the time had already passed.) When I called, I was told our pickup location was not an option, yet it was chosen on their website. This was a complete scam. I will be disputing all charges. It was a very disappointing and disheartening experience.”
Review of the Chichen Itza, Cenote Saamal, Yucatecan buffet, and Valladolid day tour from Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Riviera Maya.
“Cenotes were so good. I didn't like the delayed pickup at the common meeting point. Chichen Itza was crowded but that was expected.”
Review of a 10.5-hour Cozumel catamaran trip from Playa del Carmen with reef snorkeling, El Cielo, lunch, drinks, and ferry travel.
“Please do not book with this company ever! I’ve had the worst experience with them. Their advertisement never states a child age restriction. They allow you to purchase tickets for children without advising people that children under 6 are not allowed on a catamaran and children under 8 are not allowed to snorkel in Cozumel waters. My daughter is 5 1/2 and after arriving at the meet up point, they told us we were not gonna be allowed to board the boat due to her being under 6. They took my full payment of $498 for 3 people (me my husband and daughter) and never informed us of an age…”
Visit Coba, Tulum, and Cenote Mariposa on a full-day tour from Tulum with a Mayan traditions demonstration and buffet lunch.
“A better experience with two archeological sites at Tulum and Coba with two cenote swims. The immersion into the Mayan Village was a nice touch with the lunch. Chichen Itza is too long of a trip at 12 hours. However, it is a one of the Seven Wonders of the World now. The tour guide was great. Susana.”
Review of Tulum’s Cobá adventure with ATVs, zip lines, a cave cenote, buffet lunch, Mayan culture, and practical timing tips.
“The only cool thing about this tour is the cave cenote. The facility in Tulum where the vans meet up had a women’s bathroom but no working light so we had to take a flashlight. The road off the highway to get to the activities is so bumpy that it’s takes a good 30 minutes to get down the driveway. The ATVs are really loud. The front tires are super wide and I’m pretty sure they are made to go on the back tires. When you hit a bump, they bite into the road and the steering jerks. I almost crashed a couple times and I have been driving ATV’s…”
Review of a 12-hour Chichen Itza tour from Playa del Carmen with Saamal cenote swimming, buffet lunch, Valladolid, costs, and practical tips.
“This is a very long day with much of the time in the morning spent driving long distances to pick up others for the trip. The cenote and stop for lunch were nice but the restaurant was very hot. I felt that we were nickle and dimed along the way. In addition the tour guide did not speak to the english speaking guests as much as he did the spanish speaking guests making us feel as though we did not get the full benefit of the tour guide. I would not recommend this excursion.”
Visit Chichén Itzá, swim at Cenotes Suytún and Ik Kil, enjoy lunch, and see Valladolid on a long day from Playa del Carmen.
“Pickup at 6:50am and the driver arrived in time. Once we were on the bus, we were told to be drop off at a meeting point to continue with our tour. Visited Suytun Cenote, visitors who wished to go onto the platform to take pictures has to shower (neck down) to wash off any sunscreen and mosquitoes repellent. Stayed an hour and we head off to Mayan community to see Cocoa and buffet lunch. We headed to Chichen Itza after lunch and has an English guided tour, very well explained the history and have enough time to go around taking pictures. After Chichen Itza we went to Ikkil Cenote where…”
Explore Rio Secreto near Playa del Carmen with a guide, safety gear, underground swimming, buffet dinner, drinks, and hotel pickup.
“Playa del Carmen amazing experience with swimming, local alcohol testing. Shamam prey for us before entering the cave”
Visit Chichén Itzá, swim in Cenote Chichikan, eat a Yucatecan buffet, and see Valladolid on a full-day trip from Playa del Carmen.
“The tour guide Jorge was awesome and gave us tons of info about the history of the Mayas. The trip was in a comfy coach. The cenote was beautiful and Chinchen Itza was also great. Unfortunately, the time in Valladolid is really short. But all in all, it was a successful trip.”
Swim with dolphins at Puerto Aventuras, enjoy a buffet lunch, and explore the marina in this family-friendly 50-minute encounter.
“It was an incredible experience, the dolphin encounter was amazing in a small group. The buffet lunch was very nice. Had to order a private taxi to and from as transport wasn’t included.”
Review the Playa del Carmen to Isla Mujeres catamaran tour with snorkeling, Playa Norte, buffet, open bar, pickup, price, and booking tips.
“We had a great family trip ...7 adults and 5 children...they were on time to pick us up our driver was excellent and friendly played great music on the ride. Our crew was exceptional and took care of everything even the person who was texting us about our trip made sure everything went as planned.”
Compare Tulum, Cobá, a cenote swim, buffet lunch, and Playa del Carmen in one long, value-packed day from the Riviera Maya.
“We booked this tour and was informed to be picked at 6:50 am. On the day of tour, we waited for 25 minutes and it was a no show. Later we were told that they updated time to 8:40 am! 2 hours changed without informing us prior! We wasted our sleep and energy due to their unprofessional behavior. Do not recommend to book this tour”
Pick a cenote, a ruin or a stretch of reef.
