Cancún · WORKSHOPS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 workshops & classes worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Shop Mercado 23 with a chef, then make guacamole, sopes, enchiladas, tortillas, and margaritas in a small Cancun cooking class.
“This was a fun class. I did learn some stuff. I’ll be trying these recipes at home. G was a great chef.”
Cook guacamole, tortillas, enchiladas and more in Cancún, with an optional local market visit, chef guidance and a margarita.
“Diego was great. The cooking was fun and the food delicious!”
Cook six Mexican courses in a Mayan jungle kitchen near Puerto Morelos, with garden ingredients, tequila, recipes, and a festive shared feast.
“This was a great exposure to elements of Mexican culture through food and traditions. This was a an informative session in an authentic Mexican kitchen.”
Learn guacamole, tortillas, sopes, enchiladas, and arroz con leche in a small Cancun cooking class with market options and margarita.
“Booking was a challenge. Tried to tell us we didn’t have hotel pick up/drop off when it clearly stated in advertisement. They finally did agree and provided it. Experience and guide was great.”
Cook Mexican family recipes with Chef Alberto in a six-person Cancun class featuring salsas, tortillas, mole, and a full homemade meal.
“If you love relaxing and enjoying good food at a friend’s house then this cooking experience is for you. My husband and I throughly enjoyed learning authentic Mexican recipies in Lilly and Alberto’s cosy kitchen. They were so very hospitable and easy to talk to. We will be making our own delicious pico de gallo, guacamole, verde and rojo salsa, chicken mole, peppers and onions, and tortillas at home after the excellent instruction we received.”
Cook eight Mexican dishes in a local Cancun home with Chef Mel, enjoy unlimited margaritas, and leave with recipes and a food guide.
“We had a great time with Melissa. All 6 of us enjoyed preparing the dishes and we enjoyed the lovely patio for dining.”
Learn to surf in Cancún with a local instructor, small-group attention, included gear, and a money-back promise for beginners.
“This was an awesome experience for my son who is 11! The instructor was great and helped him get up within the first 10 minutes. I got some great photos and my son keeps talking about wanting another lesson.”
Learn scuba basics in Cancun, practice in a pool, then explore MUSA and Manchones Reef with a small, patient team.
“My sons and I did a Discover Scuba course with Scuba Total. Gaby was excellent at communicating with us and we had everything including transportation to the marina organized ahead of time. On the day of the course everything went smoothly. We arrived and were met warmly and made to feel completely at home. All the gear was in good service. Our instructor and DM was Fabio, he is very patient, his instruction was clear and he made sure everyone understood before he went on. After the pool dives we went out on the boat. Fabio took his time with one of my son's who had trouble equalizing at the…”
Make tortillas by hand, cook four tacos, taste salsas, and meet Alex in a friendly one-hour Mexican cooking class in Cancun.
“Such a fun and interesting cooking class! Alex is so warm and welcoming, he shared so many great stories about Mexican cooking and made the class so much fun! The tortillas were delicious and I would 100% recommend!”
Learn kitesurfing in Cancun’s shallow Isla Blanca lagoon with private coaching, quality gear, jetski support, and flexible weather protection.
“Loic was great! He was able to get me up and doing transitions from right to left. Everyone there is friendly amd makes an easy learning envirinment. I would recommend!”
Grill shrimp, octopus, and sardines on a semi-private Cancun beach with fresh salsas, cassava, unlimited drinks, and Chef Mel's guidance.
“If you're looking for an unique hands-on experience with fresh seafood and great teaching hosts, this is it. We didn't want to do a basic walking taco tour, but rather something authentic and different. We prepared fresh guacamole, shrimp and snapper (which was brought to our hosts right off the boat) that was grilled on the beach with a beautiful and rustic view. We also were treated to some tasty cocktails and cold beer throughout the afternoon. The food was absolutely delicious, and learning how to use classic Mexican spices and ingredients to create sauces and marinades was an added bonus that we've taken home with us. Thanks again to…”
Earn your SDI Open Water certification in Cancun with pool training, four Caribbean scuba sessions, MUSA, reef sites, and small-group instruction.
“A’HA Scuba Diving should be everyone’s first choice when looking for a dive shop in Cancún—especially for Open Water certification.”
Make Mexican chocolate from bean to bar in Cancun, taste Mayan cocoa drinks, and take home three handmade bars in a small chef-led class.
“Really amazing experience! Michelle and Vanessa were lovely people, extremely knowledgeable and very flexible. They made our experience a ton of fun and we would highly recommend! The chocolate was delicious and we even left with our own chocolate bar. The studio was very well air conditioned and made for a fun and comfortable afternoon during a very hot day. We can’t say enough about this authentic and personal experience!”
Learn salsa or bachata in Cancun with a private instructor, hotel-zone pickup, patient coaching, and simple steps for the dance floor.
“The instructor was very friendly and fun to dance with. He picked me up from my hotel for the lesson. I would ise the services again.”
Cook six Mexican specialties, shop for ingredients at a Cancun market, and enjoy lunch, margarita, recipes, and hotel transport.
“Very friendly guides and a fun group experience. Highly recommend to anyone visiting and wanting to partake of a local activity”
Pick water, limestone or a plate of tacos.
