Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Cancun (Updated 2026)

Amazing experience. We had Nacho as a tour guide and Dylan as the photographer. The whole staff were accommodating from the moment we got in. Made it safe friendly and enjoyably. Definitely worth the experience. We got the pickup package from the hotel. Driver was safe and friendly along with punctual. As soon as we got in they made sure no one was left behind.

Hugo was great! So passionate about what he does and that made the experience even better. Great value to have everything included and just enjoy the day. L

Our tour guide was Chile and he was amazing!! We had never zip lined before and he made it easy!!

Great review guide was perfect amd helpful Alan

This tour was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience!🌴✨ And our tour guide Luis was SO AMAZING! We learned so much throughout the day, and we are so thankful for his wonderful attitude, positive energy, and good vibes. He really made the entire experience even more special!My husband and I were the **only ones left behind at Chichén Itzá** because the buses leave on time. 😅 Just a little heads-up for anyone who is a slower walker like us: it can be about a **30-minute walk back to the bus**, so I would strongly recommend starting to head back as soon as the tour is over! Otherwise, you may end up getting the most amazing taxi ride of your life! 😂🚕 Definitely an adventure we won’t forget!But honestly, what meant the most to us was that Luis stayed behind and waited for us. He didn’t just leave us to figure it out on our own—he stayed with us and even rode in the taxi with usto make sure we got where we needed to go. We appreciated that SO much! ❤️ It really showed how caring and responsible he was as our guide.The day itself was incredible. We visited a shaman, enjoyed a lunch buffet, explored the beautiful cenotes, and stopped in the charming little town of Valladolid. Every stop was unique, and we got to experience so much in one day. It was definitely a day full of memories we’ll never forget!One thing to know is that drinks at the buffet are extra, so keep that in mind. We were also pleasantly surprised to get free shots along the way at different stops! 🥃😄 It definitely added to the fun!**Another tip: save your coins and small change throughout the day, and make sure you have some cash on hand for the end. You’ll want to be prepared to give your guide a generous tip because they work hard all day and truly deserve it! Also BRING UMBRELLAS, WATER.It was a long day, but Luis made everything feel easy and enjoyable with his amazing attitude and great vibes. We laughed, learned so much, saw incredible places, and made memories that we’ll be talking about for years.If you’re thinking about booking this tour, DO IT! 🙌🏼⭐️ It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and having Luis as our guide made it even more memorable. Highly, highly recommend this tour—and especially Luis! ❤️

We a pleasant surprise this Glass Bottom Boat tour. Since no one else signed up it turned in to a private boat tour. No bad views on this boat. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the ocean life we saw during our tour. Would definitely recommend and would do it again. You will not be disappointed!!!

Amazing! Daniel was such a great tour guide. We had the best time what a great value cannot wait to do this again.

Great overall experience!! Guides were really friendly and professional. Allocated time was perfect with each spot getting a perfect amount of time.

Overall, a great experience! The transportation was on time and seamless, the activities were well organized and so much fun, and the guides—especially Marlon—were absolutely amazing. Highly recommend!

The absolute best experience ever I would 100% come back again my groups tour guide was Danny flow he made it so much fun with such high energy had the whole group interacting with each-other

Brilliant - very knowledgeable & funny guide who made it interesting & entertaining

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐We had an absolutely amazing experience at Mayan Jungle Rush! From start to finish, we had such a great time. The ATV ride was one of the highlights—it was so much fun riding through the jungle. The zip lines were exciting, the cenote was beautiful and refreshing, and the horseback riding was a wonderful addition to the experience.The staff and guides were friendly, energetic, and attentive. They made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable throughout all the activities. Everything was well organized, and the experience offered a perfect mix of adventure, nature, and fun.They also have a shop where you can purchase souvenirs and other items. The prices were a little on the expensive side, but honestly, that’s understandable considering you’re in the middle of the jungle. It’s also convenient to have everything available there, especially if you need something at the last minute.**A few tips for anyone going:** Bring bug spray, wear shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty or wet, and bring regular sunglasses. You’ll definitely be spending time in the jungle, so come prepared!Overall, we had an unforgettable day and would definitely recommend Mayan Jungle Rush to anyone visiting the Cancun or Puerto Morelos area. 🌴🏍️🐎💦

The experience on this trip was amazing our tour guide was Ricardo and driver, Carlos. We have heard a lot about visiting Chichén Itza. It’s one of the 7 wonders of the world. I definitely don’t think you should do it on your own, and you definitely need to be with the right tour guide. Ricardo is very friendly, knowledgeable, and you can tell he is very passionate about what he does. He went over the history of the Mayas and the ruins and explained it a way that felt like you were there. His English is great also. By the end of the trip it felt bittersweet because it felt like we really made a connection and now we had to go. I would 110% recommend booking with Cancun Adventures and requesting for Ricardo and Carlos as your guides.

Tour guides were all very nice and understanding! They even let us still go when there was a transportation misunderstanding that meant we were a bit late!

Hugo was a great tour guide! He had just the right touch of explaining history, sharing culture and allowing us time to explore on our own.He had some funny jokes and was very friendly! Though I forget his name, the driver did a great job getting us everywhere safely.10/10 recommend

Such an awesome time. The island was beautiful. Snorkeling was fun as well. The crew made the catamaran ride a party.