We visited Chichen Itza, Ek Balam, and cenote Ik Kil. Jerry shared with us the history and culture…read moreof the Mayan people. It made the trip more interesting than going solo. Upon arriving at the Mayan temples, he gave us an amazing explanation. We even had people listening in to our group. Jerry kept our 10 year old son's attention during the whole day. Jerry took great pictures of us during the trip. We booked Jerry before we left for Cancun. His communication was great. There were no surprises, or hidden fees. Our family highly recommends using Jerry to book your next adventure!

Do not hesitate to book your tour with Jerry. He was very knowledgeable in the history and…read moresignificance of Chichén Itzá. Since we were his only tour for the day, he took the time to explain and answer our questions. Since we departed very early, we arrived well before the large tour groups, we avoided the hot sun and the crowds. We arrived at the cenote early and practically had it to ourselves. It was nice to tour Valladolid to learn and experience the colonial town.

Amazing Service + Thrilling Tours = Unforgettable Memories…read more My husband and I planned a last minute vacation 5 day vacation to Cancun the week of 4th of July. The week before leaving to Cancun, I was browsing the Cancun Best Discount website and as I was browsing (which I had already spent about 30 minutes on the website looking at what to choose) Martha contacted me. Martha was wonderful! She asked me what I was interested in doing and provided recommendations. We booked 3 tours with Martha: Tour #1: Whale Shark Adventure Tour #2: Coba Mayan Encounter Tour #3: Selvatica Air Assault Once we were booked, our confirmations were sent to us immediately. When we were in Cancun, Martha called our hotel room to confirm pick up times for our tours. On day 4 we had to change our Selvatica Gimme All tour to the Air Assault tour since we couldn't do an 8 hour tour. Martha was able to change the tour without a problem and refund the difference in tickets immediately! Talk about incredible customer service! All tours were AMAZING! Swimming with whale sharks was incredible! The group was small with about 8 people. We swam with about 20 whale sharks (I swear I am not kidding). Even though my husband and I do not get sea sickness, we did on this trip so make sure to take dremamine. While you are waiting for your turn to go in the water with the whale sharks you sit on the boat and it rocks A LOT! We were lucky to have spotted the whale sharks about 45 minutes into the trip and we were one of the boats to get to the whale sharks so we had a lot of time taking turns to swim with them. If you do this tour, you have to be in good shape since there is current and you have to keep up with the whale sharks - trust me they aren't as slow as they look. After the whale shark swim which was an incredible experience, we set out to eat a ceviche lunch docked at Playa Mujeres was a great relaxation after a day of chasing whale sharks. The Mayan Coba Encounter was great! The tour guide Isreal, zip lining, repelling into a cenote and climbing up Coba was remarkable. Our Mayan buffet lunch was tasty. The Selvatica Air Assault is for the young, adventurous heart. My husband and I were the only ones who chose that tour so we had 4 tour guides all to ourselves! The attention and interaction we had with our guides was so personalized. I could have done without all of the bridges in the tour, but our guides, the bungee and superman zip lines made it all worth it. I have traveled a lot and I must say this has been THE BEST tour and customer service experience EVER!! All of these tours are a MUST DO! I would call Martha and Cancun Best Discounts in a heart beat when vacationing in Cancun again.

It was a great tour to Chichen Itza. Lots of drinks on the bus. Alex was a good server/bartender on…read moreboard the bus. Lunch buffet was good! A few comments though: 1 - we went on Tuesday, which apparently, Valladolid had a fiesta and so we did not stop, and just passed through it. If that was the plan of not stopping if there are fiestas, they should have informed us when we were booking. Would hvae been nice to walk around Valladolid. 2 - the tour guide just started talking after 1.5 hours on the bus en route. Wold have been more appropriate to say even a few words as soon as we drove off from the pick up area so to give us a bit of idea of what we are doing, how long is the drive, what to expect, etc. 3 - there were only 6 of us English speakers vs 30+ (i think) of the Spanish speakers on the bus. Antonio aka Kojak (i think was his name), our tour guide, gathered the English speaking tourists, but passed us to another tour guide from the other bus who had about 20+ people already. Would have been nice to have the guide with only a few people. Good thing, the other guide (Alfonso) did a good job. He knew a lot and was very articulate, and dressed the part.

I rarely do reviews, but want to make a few quick points: 1)…read morethis company is legitimate (despite the small # of reviews in yelp they have to a elsewhere on tripadvisor etc). 2) today was the highlight of our 1 week trip to the cancun/isla area 3) our driver and our guide Nefi is a federally certified tour guide and former Archeologist student and IT SHOWED. 4) despite our waiting until the very last minute to decide to go see ek balam, a cenote and valladolid Nefi was able to make it all happen for us the very next day. 5) I've never seen our teens so interested in history and be as wowed by anything other than a screen as they were today. 6) Nefi seems to know as much as a college professor about mexican history and archeology and mayan history and culture and made every story and explanation of our questions extremely entertaining. 7) this is our first private tour like this in mexico and we are soo happy we did it - you get what you pay for and we are all so happy we did!

Let me start by saying from start to finish, MYOT was too notch! Nefi was very responsive to every…read moreemail and gave me much comfort during our planning. Gabriel (our tour guide) set the tone for our trip!!! Truly beyond words, I can't come close to describing the level of detail that was planned and laid out for us for our tour. We started with Tulum and we beat the massive crowd of people who showed up after us. Gabriel helped us to see this through a new lens, bringing more meaning to the tour. We then went snorkeling followed by visiting the cenotes, zip lining and kayaking. Not to mention the delicious food in the Mayan village!!! I would recommend these guys to everyone coming to visit Cancun!

This was a great tour, highly recommend it. Ride a bike and enjoy the ruins and the history that…read morecome with it.

My husband and I went on a private guided tour with Arturo to Coba. We were very impressed with his…read moreknowledge of the ruins. He did not rush the tour and allowed us enough time to ask more questions or look around. We had already scheduled our Tulum and Chichen Itza tours when we found Arturo but sure wish he was our guide for those as well. We decided to schedule a tour to Ek Balam with him before we leave since we were so impressed with his knowledge and friendiness. We would highly recommend Arturo to anyone interested in a private tour and discovering the amazimg sites in this beautiful part of Mexico.

Herman was our tour guide and was outstanding. He was helpful, friendly, caring, and kind. We did…read moreEk Balam, Chichen Itza, and a cenote. He explained everything so well to us, taught us about the Mayan history, and so much more. He was a safe driver and answered all of our questions as well as the others in the group. The lunch was a yummy authentic Mexican lunch with the best homemade tortillas. Alma Tours picked us up and dropped us off directly to and from our hotel. Communication was very effective. Can't say enough good things about the tour, the history, and Herman. We were so impressed and would recommend this to anyone we know who is coming to Cancun.

We booked with Alma Tours, two days before on kind of a last minute decision once we were already…read morein Cancun. Wanted to LDS experience, and it was wonderful. We felt entirely safe (and loved, a little bit). Mario was our tour guide and driver, and he was kind, social able, and respectable. He also kept an eye on us on breaks and shopping. Been to Mexico a lot, and it is generally safe, but he helped feel super safe and comfortable. The tour we did was Chichen Itza.

A Chichén Itz-A+ Experience!…read more We had an absolutely outstanding experience with Absolute Adventures, thanks in large part to our incredible guide, Alberto, and our professional driver, Yosmar. Alberto guided us through all the major archaeological sites at Chichén Itzá with a perfect balance of deep knowledge, storytelling, and patience. He answered countless questions--not just from my wife and me, but also from our very curious 10- and 8-year-old children. He made history come alive in a way that was engaging and accessible for all of us, which is no small feat on a long, hot day. What truly set Alberto apart was how attentive he was to our children's needs. He made sure we moved at a comfortable pace, checked in frequently, and ensured the kids stayed engaged and comfortable throughout the tour. He also did a fantastic job preparing us for interactions with vendors and other on-site situations, which made the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable. Our driver, Yosmar, was equally impressive. He was extremely professional, always parking in safe areas--and whenever possible, in the shade (a huge bonus!). He was attentive while we were getting in and out of the vehicle at each stop, especially when traffic was present, which made us feel very well taken care of. After the archaeological sites, Yosmar drove us to a beautiful cenote, where Alberto again went above and beyond--explaining all the amenities, walking down with us, and even helping carry one of our bags. We later stopped at an authentic Mayan/Mexican restaurant, where even our kids found food they loved. Alberto asked if he could join us for lunch, and we were happy to have him--his insight into the dishes and local cuisine made the meal even more enjoyable. We wrapped up the day with a stop in Valladolid, getting a quick but meaningful look at the Spanish influence, Mayan culture, and, of course, chocolate. It was a long day, but being able to go at our own pace--with our needs and preferences fully respected--made it more than worth it. Booking with Absolute Adventures was one of the best decisions we made on this trip, and we would absolutely do it again. Highly recommended for families, especially those traveling with children.

5/5 Highly Recommend…read more We booked two private tours with Absolute Adventures: first the Tulum Ruins, Swim with Turtles and Mexican Lunch on a Monday and then the Two Cenote and Mexican Lunch on Wednesday. For Tulum and Turtles our tour guide was Luis and our driver was Rodrigo. For the Cenotes, our tour guide was Arturo and our driver was Enrique. Both guides were exceptional and both drivers took good care of us. Booking online was simple and their communication about the tours, both confirming the tours before we left home and same day communication about pickup, was excellent. Our hotel turned out to be a headache about letting outside tour companies onto the property, and we ran into some real meet up issues because of it, but the team was super responsive and got it sorted quickly. It all worked out in the end, and honestly that kind of responsiveness under pressure told us a lot about how they run things. We started our Tulum tour early to beat the crowds and heat (highly recommend!). Luis guided us through Tulum and made sure we stayed hydrated the whole time, which matters more than people think when you're out in that heat. His knowledge of the area, the flora, the fauna, the history, was genuinely impressive, and he had this rare ability to be educational and entertaining at the same time without ever feeling like a lecture. At our turtle excursion he schlepped our gear and made sure we didn't forget anything, none of which was his job, he just did it because that's who he is. I was also practicing my broken Spanish throughout the trip, and Luis never once made me feel dumb or embarrassed when I got it wrong, which I really appreciated. For our next tour, Arturo took us to the cenotes. When he picked us up, he suggested we visit a different cenote than what we'd originally booked. I was a little skeptical, figured he just wanted a shorter drive. I was completely wrong. The cenote he picked instead allowed us to have two totally different types of experiences that we would have missed entirely otherwise, and I'm glad we trusted him. At Cenote Jaguar, Arturo gave our kids real time and space to jump and play, which ended up being a highlight of the whole trip for them. At Cenote Dos Ojos, claustrophobia was a real concern for us. But Arturo's tour through the caves was informative and calm enough that we felt genuinely safe the entire time. Between the logistics, the guides, and how they handled a hiccup that wasn't even their fault, these two tours were one of the best parts of our trip.

During our vacation in Playa Del Carmen we booked a private tour with Living Dreams for a morning…read moreexcursion to Telum. Daniel Alvarez was our tour guide. We were picked up on time in a nice big clean car. Daniel was very friendly and was giving us history and information about the area during our ride. We parked and got on a tram to the main entrance. We entered the ruins with no issues as Daniel had all our tickets already. We were able to walk all the grounds and Daniel gave us all the amazing history and was able to answer all our questions- even the ones about the wildlife. When we retuned to the car he had a cooler with cold towels and a big variety of cold drinks for us. The excursion included lunch at a place of our choice and we asked for Daniel's suggestion as we wanted something local and not a tourist spot. He took us for some street tacos that were amazing! He was also kind enough to stop at a store so we could grab a few souvenirs and a mango stand for some fresh mango. Daniel was amazing and we will definitely use Living Dreams again and will be asking for Daniel!

Such a great experience. Claudia was so knowledgeable as a guide and Charlie was a great driver. We…read moretoured the Mayan ruins, swam with turtles and explored a private Cenote. Claudia took care of everything so we didn't have to get our own tickets or wait in lines. If looking for a tour Living Dreams Mexico is an amazing option.

We used USA Transfers for transportation from the airport to our hotel and back, and both…read moreexperiences were absolutely flawless. The vans were clean and comfortable, the drivers were friendly and professional, and the service at the airport was smooth and well-organized...exactly what you want after a long day of travel. Everything ran on time, and the whole process was stress-free from start to finish. Honestly, we can't say enough good things about them. Next time we're back in Mexico, we'll definitely be using them again. Highly, highly recommend!

Excellent service and great communication. William, the driver, did a great job. So glad I booked…read morethrough them to get from the airport to the ferry and ferry tickets. Only critique is they should provide a bag to carry the optional items you can purchase through them. It's a great service but not helpful if you have no way to carry the items.

We had a wonderful tour! We did the private jeep ride to the ceynote, with lunch and snorkeling…read more There were four of us in our party so we squeezed into one Jeep plus our driver and it was smart because the traffic and driving is a little wonky and we were glad we had someone from there driving. He also was a great source of information and history on the area. Definitely recommend

We had an amazing experience with our guide Sergio, he was so educated and personable. I prefer…read moresupporting small local business and giving back to the community that so heavily relies on tourism. I 100% recommend this service! If ever back, will book again!

Nassim was a phenomenal host !!! He guided us through the outdoor food market with ease , giving us…read morephenomenal food tips along the way. ( ie .. how to pick the perfect tomato and avocado, explaining what each pepper is used for(and their heat levels ) and even recommended hot sauces to bring home as we gathered the ingredients for our cooking class. While at the market Nassim treated us to delicious authentic mexican enchiladas and beverages. After leaving the market we went to the La Parrilla restaurant for the cooking class. This is when Nassim showed us he was more than a tour guide , he is a phenomenal private chef. He was extremely patient with us as we attempted to follow his lead as he showed us how to prepare the dishes. HIs knife skills are amazing and his use of seasonings is spot on. Nassim showed us how to make authentic corn tortillas for chicken enchiladas along with the red sauce , handmade sopas for chicken sopas and an amazing guacamole . Nassim and the La parilla staff treated us to delicious margaritas while the food was cooking. When the food was almost finished cooking, we assisted Nassim in plating the meal and we sat down with him to eat. Nassim excused himself towards the end of the meal to finish making the arroz con leche, which is a delicious rice dessert he served us. In conversation I had mentioned we were in Mexico to celebrate my birthday. Nassim , very thoughtfully and unexpectedly, had a slice of birthday cake brought to me as he and the restaurant staff sung happy birthday to me at the end of the class. I could not have asked for a better experience. Thank you Nassim and Cancun Food Tours for this experience and the recipes. I cannot wait to recreate these dishes at home

My friend Anne and I had a great time with G and Leo (driver). Both men were very accommodating…read moregetting us in and out of the van as it was pouring down rain. Leo is an excellent driver and G was very personable and funny. We got lots of information on the places we were going - there was 5, 4 taco and one churro. All of different Mexican origins - all delicious. Churros really topped it off - sweet, crunchy and fresh. I would highly recommend this tour - it is a great way to spend an evening. Tasting wonderful food, enjoying different beers and making new friends. Enjoy!