Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) in Tulum
Tulum, Mexico

Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day)

Outty Ranking 55 5.0 · 6 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $144

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55/100

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Is Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) worth booking?

Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) is a 3-hour experience in Tulum, Mexico, from $144 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
55 / 100
Rating
5/5 (6)
Duration
3 hours
From
$144 per person

After picking you up, we will be traveling to the beautiful Muyil Ruins located in the town of Muyil. We will spend approximately 2 hours at the Muyil Ruins learning about the fascinating Mayan history. This tour is appr

What you get

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

About this experience

After picking you up, we will be traveling to the beautiful Muyil Ruins located in the town of Muyil. We will spend approximately 2 hours at the Muyil Ruins learning about the fascinating Mayan history. This tour is approximately 3 hours long including travel time (depending on pickup/drop off location). Our tour guides are federally licensed and have many years of experience touring in this area. All of our tours are private tours, so you will be the only guests on your tour. While on your tour, feel free to ask as many questions as you like, we do not rush our tours.

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

Not included

  • Lunch

What you'll see and do

  1. Zona Arqueologica de Muyil

    After pickup, our federally licensed tour guide will drive you to the Muyil Ruins located in the beautiful Sian Ka'an Biosphere which is about a 20 minute drive south of Tulum. You will then enjoy a guided tour throughout the amazing Muyil Ruins where you will learn many interesting facts about the ancient Mayan civilization that once thrived in this area. Throughout the tour you will see many different species of animals in the jungle landscape such as butterflies, birds, melipona bees, and if you're lucky maybe even some wild monkeys in the trees!

    180 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers.

Options you can book

  • Pickup in Puerto Aventuras

    Water/Snack Pickup included

  • Pickup in Tulum or Akumal

    Water/Snack Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Yucatán Eli's Tours

Know before you go

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Knowledge and storytelling

5 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

The guide

3 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Traveler reviews

6 verified traveler reviews for Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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404orlao · December 2024

Ruins

We had the best time with Rodrigo! He was a great tour guide! He helped my elderly mom up and down the stairs at the ruins which was an added bonus. Such a gentleman!

Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to review us! We hope to see you again!

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1staceyannr · June 2024

Rookwood’s from NY

Amazing tour and our tour guide Rodrigo was phenomenal. His knowledge and insight was incredible. Highly recommend him.

Response from the operator: Thank you for your review! We're happy you enjoyed your tour so much, and we hope to see you again!

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kristingS765LM · April 2024

Unforgettable Experience

What an incredible tour! Rodrigo went above and beyond to ensure our group had an unforgettable experience. He is a wealth of knowledge and personality, and we all felt so lucky to have him as our guide. Cannot recommend this enough!!

Response from the operator: Thank you for your review! We hope to see you again for anther adventure!

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ethanb0823 · February 2024

Amazing experience highly recommended

These guys were top notch we booked the monkey tour as well as the float down the mural ruins. Highly recommend they were so friendly and knowledgeable.

Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to review us! We hope to see you again for another adventure!

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janicecd · May 2023

Amazing Muyil Ruins

We were so fortunate to tour Muyil Ruins with Eli. The grounds of the ruins are neat & clean & truly beautiful. It’s a nice walk thru an open part of the jungle. I call it a beautiful nature trail with the blue butterflies, the melipona bees & the monkeys. What a treat! And I can’t say enough about Eli’s knowledge of the ruins & the ancient Mayan people. He can really bring the ruins to life. He will take time to answer any questions and go off trail a little looking for monkeys. We have toured with Eli on past tours. He never fails to make the tours interesting. He really loves the history. Can’t wait for my next trip to tour with Eli!

Response from the operator: Thank you for your review! We hope to see you again soon!

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Good to know

Duration
3 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
2+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Price range
$144 to $189
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
2
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 55

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)76
Review evidence (18% weight)26
Booking momentum (14% weight)17
Value for money (12% weight)22
Listing quality (10% weight)95
Local standing (8% weight)63
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day): questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tulum.

How much does Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) cost?

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Prices start at $144 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tulum usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) take?

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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tulum is not rushed.

Is Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tulum, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day)?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 2. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day)?

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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tulum can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tulum and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Muyil Ruins Tour (Private, Half Day) start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tulum within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Tulum?

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On Outty we rank every Tulum experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote tour, Tulum Guided Tour, Magical Cenote, Lagoon Snorkeling and Beachside Lunch, Chichén Itzá, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch and transportation. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Tulum?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Tulum?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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