Half-Day Tour: Turtles in Akumal and Cenote with Pickup

4.6
(16 reviews)
Playa del Carmen, Mexico

7 to 10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 5 more

Combine two natural experiences of the Riviera Maya into one excursion. Snorkel in Akumal Bay to observe sea turtles in their natural habitat and then explore a private cenote in the jungle, selected between Ix Balam or Yum Balam depending on the day's operation. Includes pickup at selected hotels or meeting points, shared transportation with air conditioning, certified guide, drinking water, light snack, snorkel equipment, life jacket, and entrance to the cenote park. The pickup and total duration vary according to the accommodation's location.

What's Included

Snorkel with Turtles
activity guide
Access ticket to cenote park
Shared air-conditioned transportation from your nearest hotel or meeting point.
Snorkeling in Cenote
Snorkeling gear and life jacket mandatory
Light snack of Mexican empanadas
Drinking water during the excursion
Mandatory fee for marine fauna conservation and access to Akumal, payable on the day of the tour. Applies to adults, children, and infants.
Professional photographs available for purchase

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We offer pickup exclusively at authorized hotels and meeting points listed in the selector, within Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, Akumal, and Tulum. We also pick up at Dreams Sapphire Resort & Spa, Dreams Jade Resort & Spa, and El Dorado Maroma; if any of them do not appear in the selector, write to us to assign the correct point. The exact time is confirmed one day before and may vary depending on the route. Show up 10 minutes early and keep your phone available.

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Akumal

    Guided snorkel in Akumal Bay to observe sea turtles, tropical fish, and reef. Snorkeling equipment and life jacket are provided and mandatory.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Tulum

    Explore a private cenote in the jungle and swim in its crystal-clear waters. Ix Balam or Yum Balam is visited depending on the day's operation.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Quality Tours Riviera Maya

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Adventure Tours
Involves Animals
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Rating

4.6 Based on 16 16 reviews
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