A deeply authentic experience: after snorkeling a magical cave river and an open cenote, you join a Maya community in the jungle for a traditional temazcal ceremony led by a local shaman, followed by a homemade Maya dinner.
What's included
Private transport, an English-speaking expert, a Maya & Spanish translator, the temazcal ceremony, two cenotes, snorkel equipment and a homemade Maya dinner.
✓ English-speaking expert
✓ English-speaking driver
✓ Maya ceremony & temazcal
✓ Maya & Spanish translator
✓ Cave & underground river entrance fee
✓ Open cenote
✓ Premium snorkel equipment (disinfected)
✓ Homemade Maya dinner
✓ Passenger insurance
✓ Cold bottled water all day
Your day, hour by hour
Water, ceremony and food — a day that connects you with living Maya traditions.
Hotel pickup & road trip
Your guide picks you up — pickup time depends on where you are staying.
Cave river & open cenote
Snorkel a magical cave in the middle of the jungle and an open cenote.
Maya ceremony & temazcal
Join a Maya community for a traditional sweat-lodge ceremony led by a shaman.
Maya dinner & back
Enjoy a homemade Maya dinner before heading back to your hotel.
Pickup & departure cities
We offer private hotel pickup from Cancún, Playa Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, Akumal, Tulum and anywhere in the Riviera Maya. Duration and the suggested pickup time depend on where you are staying — your guide tailors the departure time to your hotel.
Pickup area
Suggested pickup
Duration
Playa & Costa Mujeres
On request
On request
Cancún
10:00 AM
6–8 h
Riviera Maya
7:30 AM
5–7 h
Playa del Carmen
8:00 AM
5–7 h
Akumal
8:30 AM
4–6 h
Tulum
8:15 AM
4–6 h
Temazcal ceremonies depend on the community schedule — please check availability. Pickup from Playa & Costa Mujeres on request.
Why book a private tour
On a private tour the day moves at your pace. You skip the long waits, get personal attention, stop for the photos you want and travel only with your own group. For families, couples and small groups, it's the difference between seeing a Maya temazcal and truly experiencing it. Rated 5.0 by 3,500+ travelers on TripAdvisor.
Full price list
Group size
Price per person
2 adults
$250 USD
3 adults
$225 USD
4 adults
$200 USD
5–7 adults
$175 USD
8–10 adults
$150 USD
Kids (3–10): $125 USD each · Babies (0–2): not recommended · All federal & state taxes included
Good to know
✓ What to bring
- Comfortable clothes
- Towel & swimsuit
- Change of clothes
- An open mind
✕ Not included
- Lunch (optional)
- Souvenirs
- Tips (optional)
Frequently asked questions
“How long is the Temazcal private tour?”
Between 4 and 8 hours depending on your hotel and the ceremony schedule.
“What time is hotel pickup?”
Depends on your location and the ceremony schedule — from 7:30 a.m. in the Riviera Maya, 10:00 a.m. from Cancún.
“What is included in the price?”
Private transport, your expert and translator, the temazcal ceremony, two cenotes, snorkel gear and Maya dinner.
“Who should not do a temazcal?”
The temazcal is not recommended for pregnant women, babies or people with heart conditions or high blood pressure. Ask us if you are unsure.
“Is this a private or a shared tour?”
100% private — only your group, with your own guide and vehicle.
“Do I need to pay a deposit?”
No. You reserve online and pay on the day of your tour in cash (USD or MXN), card, PayPal or Zelle.