Playa del Carmen in Mexiko is a destination that Adventure plans for active travellers, focusing on nature, movement and a realistic level of challenge. As a Swiss travel agency with video consultation, Adventure matches stages and fitness to each other. In the planner you state your experience, and you clarify the level of challenge on the video call.
Updated: 7 August 2026.
Why this trip
Beneath the Riviera Maya lies a second country: a network of caves and rivers in which water flows through limestone. Playa del Carmen is the starting point for everyone who wants to dive or swim there. In the Río Secreto you go on foot and swimming through an underground river, an experience with head torch and neoprene shoes that demands sure-footedness. Diving is the second pillar: bases such as Deep Dive Mexico, Mayan Dive Center and Xico Dive Center offer courses and trips to the reef and into the cenotes.
For beginners there are calm spots, for the experienced cave sections with a guide. Between dive days a rest day on the beach or on Quinta Avenida is worthwhile. The period from November to April is pleasantly dry. The flight takes approx.
12 to 14 hrs, usually with a change, and Mexico is visa-free for Swiss citizens for up to 180 days. Cozumel, Akumal, Tulum and Cancun lie close as neighbours. As accommodation the Sandos Playacar Beach Resort is listed. How many dive days you plan is something you discuss beforehand in the video call with Adventure.
Places and experiences
For active days, Adventure has chosen places in Playa del Carmen where nature and movement come together.
Río Secreto, Experience
Deep Dive Mexico, Experience
XICO DIVE CENTER, Experience
Scubascoolmexico Diving | Scuba diving Playa del Carmen, Experience
Playa del Carmen Diving Scuba Playa, Experience
MAYAN DIVE CENTER, Experience
| Place |
|---|
| Río Secreto |
| Deep Dive Mexico |
| XICO DIVE CENTER |
| Scubascoolmexico Diving | Scuba diving Playa del Carmen |
| Playa del Carmen Diving Scuba Playa |
| MAYAN DIVE CENTER |
Getting there
From your Swiss airport, Adventure chooses connections that fit the luggage limit of your equipment.
Frequently asked questions
What sets Adventure apart?
Adventure plans active trips with a focus on nature, movement and a realistic level of challenge. We plan Playa del Carmen by video call according to your experience and fitness.
Which places are part of the programme in Playa del Carmen?
Around Playa del Carmen, Ecopark Kantun Chi, Río Secreto and Xenses Park are listed, and Adventure sorts them by duration, elevation gain and difficulty.
Who is an adventure trip to Playa del Carmen suited to?
To active travellers who want to experience nature and be on the move, and who prefer a programme that suits their fitness and experience.
Which accommodations are listed for Playa del Carmen in the catalogue?
After long days on the move, Playa del Carmen offers houses such as Unterkunft Villa - PDC, Grand Velas Riviera Maya and Unterkunft The Beachfront By The Fives Hotels, which Adventure selects by their position relative to the route.
Which destinations in Mexiko work well together?
From Playa del Carmen you can reach Akumal, Bacalar and Cancun, and Adventure checks with you whether the distance fits your schedule.
Can I adapt the trip?
Yes. We tailor stages, level of challenge, duration and accommodation to your experience. On the video call we discuss what you feel comfortable with and where we build in reserves.
How much does a trip to Playa del Carmen cost?
The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.
How does the consultation work?
The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.
How do I start planning?
You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.
Plan your trip
The planner asks about the experience, duration and level of challenge of your tour.
Fill in the planner
reply within one working day by video call
Adventure
Plan your journey step by step: travel dates, travellers and personal preferences, tailored to your destination.
Plan your own journeyAccommodation in the catalogue
Sandos Playacar Beach Resort, Accommodation
| Accommodation | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sandos Playacar Beach Resort | 4.7 |
Matching route
| Route | Duration |
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Nearby destinations
Besides Playa del Carmen, these regions can be combined with stages of their own.
More destinations for Adventure
destinations in the catalogue of Adventure: Tulum, Akumal, Bacalar.
Gallery
Ecopark Kantun Chi, Experience- Río Secreto, Experience
Xenses Park, Experience
Xcaret Park, Experience
3D Museum of Wonders, Experience
Clandestino RoofTop, Experience
Xel-Há, Experience
Xplor Park, Experience
Updated: 7 August 2026.