Carey - Private Tours Tulum & Playa del Carmen
Your Private Adventure in Playa del Carmen & Tulum AwaitsDiscover the Riviera Maya through secure, exclusive private tours designed to avoid the crowds and connect you with nature.
- 5/5 ★★★★★ | 1400+ reviews
- TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award Winner
Private Tours Playa del Carmen and Tulum: Why Carey Tours?
We’re local experts, not tourism corporations. Founded in 1994 by Fernando—a Playa del Carmen resident, certified guide, and lifelong fisherman—Carey Tours operates as a family-owned agency specializing in private tours that reveal the real Riviera Maya. Unlike large companies rushing groups through tourist traps, we create intimate experiences where you discover Mexico through the eyes of those who call it home.
What Makes Our Private Tours Different?
At Carey Tours, we specialize in private, tailor-made experiences guided by passion, deep local knowledge, and a culture of excellence. Every tour is designed to be safe, seamless, and unforgettable. Three essential pillars define the way we serve our guests:
- Local Expertise
- Completely Private Tour
- Total costumization
Local Expertise You Can’t Find Elsewhere Fernando himself often serves as your personal guide, sharing stories and hidden places only someone who’s lived here since 1994 would know. All our certified guides grew up in the Riviera Maya, bringing genuine cultural knowledge and conservation passion that transforms sightseeing into meaningful discovery.
Completely Private—No Strangers, No Crowds Every Carey Tours experience remains exclusively yours. Your own certified guide, private transportation, and flexible schedule. No waiting for 20+ strangers or following rigid group itineraries.
Customized Timing & Access for Maximum Joy We personalize every detail to optimize your adventure—adjusting departure times to avoid traffic and crowds, selecting optimal routes for seamless transitions between locations, and scheduling activities when conditions peak. Consequently, you reach cenotes before tour buses arrive, explore archaeological sites in perfect golden-hour lighting, and snorkel reef locations when marine life feeds most actively.
Best Private Tours in Tulum and Playa del Carmen
Discover the most popular private tours in Playa del Carmen and Tulum. Tailored adventures to make your experience in the Riviera Maya unique and unforgettable.
Gran cenote, Taak-bi-ha and Xunan-Ha Cenotes Private tour
Discover Gran Cenote, Cenote Taak-Bi-Ha, Cenote Xunan-Ha your way!
Suytun, Oxman and Xux-Ha Cenotes Private Tour
Discover Cenote Suytun, Cenote Oxman, Cenote Xux-Ha (Yucatan) your way!
Chichen-Itza and Cenote Sammal Private Tour
Discover Chichen-Itza Archaeological Zone, Cenote Sammal (Hacienda Selva Maya) your way!
Cenote Taak-bi-ha & Sea Turtle Snorkeling Private tour
Discover Akumal Bay, Cenote Taak-Bi-Ha your way!
Tulum Ruins and Cenote Taak-Bi-Ha Private Tour
Discover Tulum Archaeological Zone, Cenote Taak-Bi-Ha your way!
Dos Ojos Cenotes Park Private Tour
Discover Dos Ojos Cenote Park (Cenote Dos Ojos, Cenote Nicte-Ha, Cenote Jaguar) your way!
Tulum ruins and Reef Snorkelling Private Tour
Discover Tulum Archaeological Zone, Tulum National Park Reef, Playa Pescadores your way!
Tulum ruins, Reef Snorkeling and Cenote Private Tour
Discover ulum Archaeological Zone, Mesoamerican Reef, Cenote Taak-Bi-Ha your way!
5 Star-Rated Private Tours
We are a 5-star rated agency by our satisfied clients on TripAdvisor and Google. Winning TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice Award every year! So be sure that you pick the best Private tours in Playa del Carmen and Tulum
Book, chill, and relax with all confidence; we take care of the rest!
My friends and I made a last minute decision to try to see some cenotes prior to leaving Riviera Maya and we so happy that we did.
This tour was amazing! Not only were the cenotes beautiful, but our tour guide was amazing as well! He gave us some excellent history lessons on the cenotes and the areas around them. This company definitely knows what they are doing with tours to provide a personalized and memorable experience!
Mary Mier
We had a wonderful tour snorkeling and in to a cenote with Yosh through Carey Tours! He was kind, patient, knowledgeable, funny, and added a lot to our overall experience. He even allowed us some time in a beautiful quiet part of the cenote to meditate and appreciate the wonder of it all. We would absolutely recommend Yosh and Carey Tours!
Amanda Halabi
Why Choose Carey Private Tours in Playa del Carmen and Tulum?
It´s all about you! Create fully personalized and Private Tours in Tulum and Playa del Carmen for you and your loved ones.
Only The Best Experiences
It’s all about making your experience unforgettable. Those are some of the experiences you can enjoy with Private Tours Tulum and Playa del Carmen.
Step back in time exploring iconic ruins of Tulum, Chichen Itza, Coba, and Ek-Balam. Our expert guides bring history to life with fascinating stories about astronomical precision, ritual practices, and architectural genius. Climb ancient pyramids, wander through mystical jungles, and uncover Maya civilization secrets impossible to grasp with basic group tours.
Dive into the Yucatan Peninsula’s famous cenotes—natural sinkholes filled with crystal-clear water. Our private cenote tours offer exclusive access to breathtaking and secluded spots perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and relaxation. Experience open-air pools, underground caverns with stalactites, and jungle sanctuaries where sunlight creates ethereal effects.
Combine adventure with relaxation through beachside lunches, pristine coastal settings, and flexible pacing that allows genuine unwinding. We know the best local restaurants, quietest beaches, and most authentic Mexican dining experiences.
Snorkel alongside green sea turtles in Akumal Bay, explore vibrant coral reefs in Puerto Morelos National Park, and discover the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef’s abundant tropical fish. All wildlife tours follow strict conservation protocols ensuring both animal welfare and your authentic observation opportunities.
Experience Caribbean fishing traditions through sport fishing charters or traditional spearfishing with local experts. Learn sustainable techniques practiced by coastal communities for generations while targeting marlin, sailfish, mahi-mahi, grouper, and snapper.
Experience Caribbean fishing traditions through sport fishing charters or traditional spearfishing with local experts. Learn sustainable techniques practiced by coastal communities for generations while targeting marlin, sailfish, mahi-mahi, grouper, and snapper.
Book Your Private Tour Playa del Carmen and Tulum
Ready to explore the Riviera Maya’s wonders through exclusive private tours? Contact Carey Tours today and start planning your personalized Mexican adventure with local experts who’ve guided travelers since 1994.
Easy Booking Process:
Choose Your Tour – Browse our 25+ private tour options or request custom combination
Contact Us – WhatsApp, email, or phone—we respond quickly with personalized recommendations
Customize Details – We adjust timing, activities, and focus based on your interests
Confirm & Relax – Secure booking with flexible policies, then simply show up ready for adventure
Frequently Asked Questions
Most FAQs about Carey Private Tours
- What makes Carey Tours different from other companies? We’re a small family-owned local agency—not a large corporation. Founded in 1994 by Fernando, we specialize exclusively in private tours with genuine local expertise accumulated over three decades.
- Are your tours really completely private? Yes. Every experience remains exclusively for your group. Your own certified guide, private vehicle, and flexible schedule. No strangers joining. Complete privacy throughout.
- Which tours are most popular? Top choices include Tulum Ruins & Akumal Sea Turtles, Chichen Itza Express, Three-Cenote Tours, Coba Ruins with Cenotes, and Bacalar Sailboat adventures. Many guests combine activities creating custom experiences.
- Do you accommodate families with children? Absolutely. We know which cenotes suit young swimmers, which ruins fascinate kids, and how to pace adventures maintaining everyone’s engagement. Life vests provided. Flexible timing accommodates all ages.
- What’s included in pricing? All tours include private certified guide, private transportation, entrance fees, necessary equipment, lunch on full-day tours, purified water, and snacks. No hidden costs except optional add-ons clearly communicated.
- How far in advance should I book? We recommend 2+ weeks ahead for guaranteed availability, especially December-April. Book 2+ months ahead and save 10% automatically. Last-minute bookings often possible—contact us.
- Can you create custom private tours? Yes! We design completely custom experiences combining activities from our portfolio. Want ruins, cenotes, snorkeling, and lunch? We build it perfectly.
- What’s your cancellation policy? Flexible cancellation up to 48 hours before tour for full refund. Weather cancellations rescheduled or fully refunded. Fair, transparent policies prioritizing your peace of mind.
- Do guides speak English? All certified guides speak fluent English and Spanish. Many also speak French. We match language skills to your needs.
- Is transportation included from Cancun? Yes, with additional fee for Cancun and Puerto Morelos pickups due to extended distance. Most tours primarily serve Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Puerto Aventuras with included transportation.