Private Tour
Discover the Mystical Tulum Ruins with a Certified Federal Guide
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Uncover the secrets of Tulum's coastal ruins with a certified guide! Explore ancient temples, enjoy breathtaking views, and dive into Mayan history. End your journey with an optional swim in the Caribbean or a visit to a nearby cenote for a refreshing experience. Small groups ensure a personalized, unforgettable adventure!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tulum
Explore the only Mayan city by the sea on a guided tour of Tulum! Walk through ancient walls and learn about Tulum’s role as a coastal fortress and trade hub. Visit the Temple of the Frescoes with its original murals, admire the iconic El Castillo lighthouse overlooking turquoise waters, and discover the Temple of the Descending God with its unique carvings. Enjoy panoramic views of the Caribbean, and after the tour, take an optional swim at the beach below. With small groups, personalized insights, and the option to add a cenote visit, this experience blends history, culture, and natural beauty.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
In person - English Guide
Gratuities
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Discover the Mystical Tulum Ruins with a Certified Federal Guide
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very Interesting Tour
Gerry V,May 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A very informative trip and tour of the Tulum ruins. We found our way to the meeting point and tour guide Terry was waiting for us. He had a bright colored shirt on that said tour guide Terry. The four of us got in the van and they had a cooler of cold bottled water for us. Terry spoke with us most of the drive there and back, which made the drive go much faster. We were dropped off at the entrance and Terry took care of our tickets/wrist bands for admittance to the park. Once inside he told us so much cultural history and shared so many interesting discoveries found for each building along with the trees and plants. It was very hot there and we were able to take a couple of breaks in the shade. Overall, it was a very good tour, and Terry is so knowledgeable of the ruins along with much of the country’s history relating to the Mayan culture. We had expected to stop by and see a Cenote but we didn’t, however we were exhausted from the humid climate.
Amazing Tour Guide! A+
491kiranj,Apr 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Terry was an amazing tour guide! He was considerate and very informative, would definitely book him again! He worked around our schedule and was promo and helpful along the way.
Amazing experience visiting Tulum ruins with Terry
vg923,Apr 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Terry is the best! We did the Tulum ruins tour with him, and he did a great job making sure we had the best experience. He took his time explaining everything to us and didn’t rush us through tour. He was always eager to explain in detail the topics that interested us the most. We were traveling with an infant, and Terry was there with a helping hand at all times. Our family is visiting Tulum later this year, and we will be sure recommending Terry to them.
Truly outstanding tour guide!
Raymond P,Jan 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Terry is one of the best tour guides I've ever had. Highly knowledgeable, articulate, engaging and considerate
Best tour guide ever
rpascucci,Jan 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I’ve had private tour guides all over the world and Terry is one of the very best. Friendly, considerate, knowledgeable, articulate, engaging, extremely well-informed and ethically-minded. Tailors the tour to your wants and needs. I will tell everyone I know to use Terry when they’re here.
Excellent Tulum Experience with Terry
LibbyAH,Dec 31, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Terry was an excellent guide. He is very knowledgeable about the Mayans in general and Tulum specifically. He geared the tour to the pace of our group. We were extremely pleased that we had hired Terry for a Tulum tour.
Explore the Magic of Tulum with Tour Guide Terry!
S3000SImichaels,Dec 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour Guide Terry is extraordinary! His reverence for the Maya and their sacred land shines through every moment of the tour. Having studied under one of the world’s leading Mayan anthropologists, Terry brings incredible knowledge and passion to the experience. He shared captivating stories of the ruins and how Zama was designed to serve as a pivotal port in the Post-Classic period. Terry also taught us about the wonders of the local ecosystem, including the Serenque — secret gardeners of the Yucatán. Book a tour with Terry today, and you’ll quickly discover why he’s rising to become the top guide in Tulum!
Very Interesting Ruins!
s4v12,Dec 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The grounds of the site are beautiful and with an awesome view of the ocean. It also helps to employ the aid of a knowledgeable tour guide (Terry Barkhuizen), that can really explain the history behind what you’re viewing.
Terry war super
reginamE81WY,Nov 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour with Terry was perfect. We learned a lot about the story and he also gave us a lot of background information. We really enjoyed the tour with him. He is a personable and competent guide. He speaks English very well. Absolute recommendation from us.
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