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Akumal Swimming with Turtles & Ancient Tulum Ruins Tour

About this experience

Enjoy a tour where you will get to know the ancient Mayan Ruins of Tulum, where you can learn about the history of this important city.

The archaeological site of Tulum has an incredible view, one of the most breathtaking in the world, combining the architecture of the ancient Mayan buildings with the beauty of the Caribbean Sea, leaving us with a magical scene.

And from a cultural trip, we move on to nature enviroment. Get to know the incredible landscapes of Akumal Bay, one of the most beautiful areas of the eastern Yucatan coast where you will enjoy swimming with sea turtles.

Marine life in this place is unique with all kinds of fish to contemplate, corals reef that adorn the snorkeling trip in the most colorful way, and of course: sea turtles, protagonists in the sea, able to fall in love with any visitor.

Do not miss this opportunity!

At a glance

  • Duration: 10 hr–12 hr

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Akumal Swimming with Turtles
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour10 hr–12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 10 hr–12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Use of snorkelling equipment to swim with turtles
  • Box Lunch Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Swim with Turtles in Akumal
  • Picture at Tulum Letters
  • Entrance to Cenote Nohoch
  • Admission to Tulum Archaeological zone

Not included

  • Drinks not included (additional cost)
  • Federal Reef Tax, Akumal

Itinerary and highlights

The adventure begins when our team picks you up in the lobby of your hotel in one of our already sanitized units.

Discover an ancient adventure through the mysterious archaeological site of Tulum. An expert tour guide will explain the most important events that this ancient city had to face at the time of the Maya. Admire its architecture and be amazed by these incredible buildings. Do not forget to take a photograph at Tulum letters.

When you arrive in Akumal, you will get off the unit and you will be waiting for the boat you boarded to take you on an adventure through the Caribbean Sea.

Who board the boat, you will start sailing to the point where you can swim and be surrounded by beautiful sea turtles in their natural habitat.

When you arrive you will be given your snorkeling equipment and you can take that dip and enjoy a refreshing swim surrounded by beautiful sea creatures.

Who we will return to Akumal where in a restaurant you can enjoy a delicious dish to choose from the main menu, in addition to having free time in the beautiful Akumal Beach to walk, swim or just rest.

Finally it will be time to return to your hotel after a great adventure.

Meeting and pickup information

  • If your hotel is not in the previous list please let us know, so a representative of our company can contact you and indicate the correct place and time for your pickup. This service has different schedules. The schedules variates according to the hotel, our representative will indicate the exact schedule confirmation via mail or via text message. Pick up time Cancun: 8:30 - 9:00 am Pick up Riviera Maya: 10:00 - 10:30 am

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Isla Mujeres Cozumel Tour Operator

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants aged 0–4 who participate in snorkeling must pay a fee of MXN $350

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 10 hr–12 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
If your hotel is not in the previous list please let us know, so a representative of our company can contact you and indicate the correct place and time for your pickup. This service has different schedules. The schedules variates according to the hotel, our representative will indicate the exact schedule confirmation via mail or via text message.

Pick up time Cancun: 8:30 - 9:00 am
Pick up Riviera Maya: 10:00 - 10:30 am
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–10; Adult tickets: age 11+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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