Activities
Vibe & Play
Beach Days, Show Nights
Fill every day with included beachfront fun, from yoga, fitness classes, tennis and volleyball to non-motorized water sports, trapeze lessons, family activities, live entertainment and themed parties. Beyond the resort, Playa del Carmen opens into Caribbean excursions: ferry rides, reefs, ruins, jungle adventures, sea turtles, golf, art, birdlife and the famous pedestrian energy of Quinta Avenida.
INCLUDEDBeach Yoga
Start the morning with guided yoga on the sand, using the Caribbean breeze and beachfront setting as your open-air studio.
INCLUDEDFitness Classes
Join resort fitness sessions designed to keep your energy high between beach time, pool time and evening entertainment.
INCLUDEDBeach Volleyball
Gather a team for a lively match on the sand, one of the classic on-site beach activities guests can enjoy without leaving the resort.
INCLUDEDTennis Matches
Play a singles or doubles match on the resort’s outdoor tennis court, included as part of the all-inclusive activity offering.
INCLUDEDKayaking
Paddle along the Playacar beachfront with included non-motorized water sports, a relaxed way to take in the Caribbean shoreline.
INCLUDEDSailing
Catch the coastal breeze with included sailing activities offered through the resort’s non-motorized water sports selection.
INCLUDEDScuba Diving
Try on-site scuba diving from the resort beachfront, with the Caribbean Sea close at hand for an underwater adventure.
INCLUDEDBicycle Rides
Use the included bicycles to explore the resort area and the gated Playacar surroundings at an easy vacation pace.
INCLUDEDKids Club Activities
Younger guests can join the free children’s club for supervised fun and planned activities made for family vacations.
INCLUDEDPool Games
Join daytime games around the resort’s outdoor pool areas, where the activity team keeps the atmosphere playful and social.
INCLUDEDLive Entertainment
Enjoy resort entertainment after dark, with performances included as part of the all-inclusive experience.
ADDITIONAL FEESpa Massages
Book a Swedish or deep tissue massage at Necui Spa, where beachside service, body treatments and holistic therapies are available separately.
ADDITIONAL FEEBody Treatments
Indulge in spa rituals such as body exfoliation or a chocolate body wrap at Necui Spa’s quieter resort setting near the adult-only pool.
ADDITIONAL FEECozumel Snorkeling
Use the ferry connection to reach Cozumel island for a day of Caribbean snorkeling and diving areas offshore from Playa del Carmen.
ADDITIONAL FEEJungle Zip-Lines
Spend the day at a nearby jungle adventure park with zip-lines and outdoor attractions, a short drive from the resort area.
ADDITIONAL FEEUnderground River Swim
Visit a nearby eco-park for underground river snorkeling, wildlife exhibits, Mayan ruins and a large nighttime cultural show.
ADDITIONAL FEEAkumal Turtle Snorkeling
Travel south to Akumal Bay, known for the chance to swim alongside sea turtles about 39 kilometers from Playa del Carmen.
ADDITIONAL FEETulum Ruins Walk
Explore the cliffside Maya ruins of Tulum, perched above the Caribbean about 63–66 kilometers from the Playa del Carmen area.
ADDITIONAL FEEXel-Ha Lagoon Snorkeling
Snorkel a natural aquarium-style lagoon at Xel-Ha, a popular day trip for clear-water swimming and marine life.
ADDITIONAL FEEPlayacar Golf
Tee off at Playacar Golf Club, located roughly a 10–11 minute walk from the resort within the Playacar area.
ADDITIONAL FEEAviary Birdwatching
Spot tropical birds at Xaman-Ha Aviary, a nearby Playacar bird sanctuary about a 2-minute drive from the resort.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Activities FAQs
What activities and entertainment does Viva Maya offer on-site?
Viva Maya keeps guests busy with beach volleyball, beach yoga, fitness classes, an outdoor tennis court, a children's club, and live entertainment with themed parties, all included in the all-inclusive stay.
Is Viva Maya a family-friendly resort or adults only?
Viva Maya is an all-inclusive resort that welcomes the whole family, with planned activities for all ages, while also featuring a dedicated adults-only pool as a quieter retreat for couples seeking a tranquil escape.
Does Viva Maya have a kids' club or babysitting services?
Yes, Viva Maya offers a free children's club for younger guests, and babysitting or childcare services can be arranged for an additional surcharge for families wanting an evening to themselves.
What water sports and diving options are available at Viva Maya?
Guests at Viva Maya can enjoy non-motorized water sports, scuba diving on site, and access to the nearby reef, making the resort a great base for beach and ocean activities right on the Playa del Carmen coastline.
Can Viva Maya help arrange local tours and excursions?
Viva Maya provides tours and ticket assistance for guests wanting to explore Playa del Carmen, including help booking trips to nearby eco-parks, jungle adventure attractions, and archaeological sites beyond the resort.
What nearby attractions can guests visit from Viva Maya?
From Viva Maya, guests can easily reach Quinta Avenida's pedestrian shopping and dining street, take a passenger ferry to a nearby island for diving and snorkeling, or visit a nearby eco-park and jungle adventure park for zip-lining and natural attractions.
Are there golf options near Viva Maya?
Yes, a golf course is just a 10-11 minute walk from Viva Maya, making it easy for golf enthusiasts staying at the resort to enjoy a round without needing transportation.
Does Viva Maya offer fitness classes and wellness activities?
Viva Maya hosts fitness classes on site as well as beach yoga sessions, giving guests convenient ways to stay active while enjoying the resort's beachfront setting in Playa del Carmen.
What snorkeling and marine wildlife experiences are near Viva Maya?
Guests staying at Viva Maya can arrange trips to swim alongside sea turtles at a nearby bay, snorkel a natural lagoon, or dive the offshore reef, known for seasonal bull shark and whale shark sightings.
Can guests explore Mayan history from Viva Maya?
Yes, Viva Maya sits near a small Mayan archaeological zone within the gated Playacar community, about an 18-minute walk away, and the resort's tour desk can help arrange visits to larger cliffside ruins and jungle pyramid sites further afield.