Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

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Playa Del Carmen, Mexico overview

A charming Mexican port town on the Yucatan Peninsula, Playa del Carmen is the dropping-off point for excursions to the ancient temples and tombs of Tulum, the only Mayan city over-looking the ocean, and to the exquisite coral lagoon of Xel-ha.

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Shared Half Day Deep Sea Fishing

Shared Half Day Deep Sea Fishing

$306/Adult

Look out over the horizon and see the snow capped mountains and bears and... wait a second. This is...

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Tulum Extreme with Zipline & Underground Cenote

Tulum Extreme with Zipline & Underground Cenote

$164/Adult

Our tour starts from your hotel in comfortable, air-conditioned transportation and with a great Engl...

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Morning Glory Snorkel in Puerto Morelos

Morning Glory Snorkel in Puerto Morelos

$155/Adult

After picking you up at your hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, your tour guide will ta...

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ATV, Zipline, and Cenote Adventure - Playa Del Carmen

ATV, Zipline, and Cenote Adventure - Playa Del Carmen

$156/Adult

You, as a solo driver or with your passenger, will receive simple instructions before you head out s...

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34 Playa Del Carmen, Mexico Port Reviews

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by trekamania

Went to Chankanaab state park to swim with the manatees. Was really great. Booked thru shipmate and was only 120 for 2 ppl. RC wanted that for one but idk what else that may have included. We ended up Buying a picture package that was 130 on top of that but got over 115 pics. Also included a buffet for the 2 of us and endless alcohol & sodas. It also included snorkle gear for 2 and a snorkle private beach. The beach and park are wonderful. The water is gorgeous. My only complaint is I was hoping for some good taco's but the buffet was American food with a tiny bit of stuff to make your own nachos. Would do this again. Loved it.

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by AndrewDL

While docked at Cozumel took a ferry to Playa Del Carmen and then headed to Tulum for a visit to the ruins. Well worth the time and money - the ruins are spectacular and something that North Americans are just not exposed to on a regular basis. Playa is also a very nice town to explore and experience - but stay in the tourist areas.

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by aliciacook13

What I seen of this port I enjoyed. I did not do a shore excursion but I did enjoy taking the time to walk around the shops and shop for souvenirs. Would like to go back to Cozumel and do an excursion

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by rdpfl

Took the Royal Caribbean shore excursion to Chitzen Itza on the day the found a bomb on one of the ferries 3/1/18, we found this out after the cruise. Some soldiers present at the pier but felt safe the whole time. Took 2 hour mini van ride to the ruins. Our tour guide Carlos was muy bueno! He was awesome, very educational. Well worth the time and cost to see one of the 7 wonders of the world!

by LynnK

Shopping here was a waste of time. If you insist on shopping and want to get to the main shopping center TAKE A TAXI! Don't walk. It was like a Southern Rodeo Drive, no bargins to be had. As we dragged ourselves back to the boat we walked along the beach and regretted that we didn't just rent a chair and sit and enjoy the beach. That would have made for a perfect day. However, two in our group went to Tulum and enjoyed their tour.

Visited: Mar 18, 2006

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