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Sea Turtle Snorkeling Ecofriendly Tour from Cancun & Riviera Maya

Cancun, Mexico
Akumal Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour from Playa del Carmen
  • 5 hours
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea on a full-day snorkeling tour. Explore the natural sanctuary of Akumal and swim with majestic sea turtles during your underwater adventure. Gain insight into the area’s marvelous marine life with an experienced guide then plunge into the dazzling depths of a cenote surrounded by intricate limestone formations. Enjoy the fun and educational experience of this unique snorkeling tour.
  • Sea turtle snorkeling tour from Cancún or Riviera Maya
  • Marvel at spectacular rock formations while snorkeling in a cenote, a deep natural well of clear water
  • Swim and snorkel with sea turtles in Akumal, a bay protected by a barrier reef
  • Observe coral and a variety of colorful fish
  • Learn about the local marine ecosystem from a professional guide
  • Round-trip hotel transport, snorkel equipment, and snacks included

What's Included

  • Use of Snorkeling equipment
  • Transportation hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Snacks
  • Entrance Fees
  • Bilingual guides
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Wetsuit

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

07:00 AM

Pickup details

Tour departs from most hotels in Cancun & Riviera Maya. Drop off in their hotel in Cancun or Riviera Maya.

What To Expect

Depart from your Cancún or Riviera Maya hotel and venture to Akumal in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan. On arrival, don your snorkeling gear and plunge into the glittering water alongside your insightful and informative guide. Seek out sea turtles in the protected natural sanctuary of the bay, looking out for four of the eight species of sea turtle in the world. Gaze down to the 8-foot (2.4-meter) depths of the shallow water to see sea turtles feeding on sea grass in their natural habitat. 

Absorb intriguing information about the precarious and often solitary life of sea turtles as your guide explains the complex ecosystem of Akumal; explore the colorful coral reefs and troves of tropical fish as you swim in an underwater wonderland reminiscent of Finding Nemo.  

Next, return to shore and venture to a stunning cenote, a subterranean natural pool surrounded by ethereal limestone carvings. Gaze at the shimmering surface, watching the light dance and the water drops echo in this ambient location. Plunge into the darkened depths and snorkel beneath the surface, looking out for fleeting fish and underwater caverns. 

Dry off and enjoy a refreshing snack before boarding the minivan for your return journey to your hotel.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Hotel information (including address) is required at time of booking
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • You must contact us to confirm the pick up time
  • We use mouth covers all the time.
  • We use gel antibacterial.
  • We wash our hands every 30 minutes.
  • We do not touch our face, noise, and mount.
  • We say “Hello” with 1.5 mts of distance.
  • We take the temperature to our employees every day.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Kristi L, Jul 2018
My only complaint is that the snorkeling was not long enough. Talk about feeling rushed. I think taking the cenote stop out of the excursion is a good idea. That way the excursion focuses solely on the snorkeling with the turtles. The tour guide was very bubbly and friendly. She loves what she does.
Great tour! They took us to the...
Kimberli T, Aug 2017
Great tour! They took us to the beach where we met our turtle guide. They required us to wear life vest because we were going to be swimming out from the shore into the open water. This was my first time snorkeling so it to a few minutes to adjust to the breathing but I eventually got it. The guide would yell out turtle turtle and the location and we all would swim over. We saw plenty of turtles! The waves and swimming can get the best of you but if you get tired they offer to help you back to shore. Afterwards to can shower and have a lite snack bananas before getting back on the van. Keep in mind you will drying off in the parking lot. Then we were taken to this beautiful cenote! It was amazing...you can snorkel, jump off a small cliff, lay out etc. Before leaving we were given a fruit, nuts, something to drink. The food options could've been better. But overall great tour. Would highly recommend.
My 8 year daughter had the most amazing...
shawna g, Apr 2017
My 8 year daughter had the most amazing time. Lots of personal attention. Highly Recommend.
you cant do that any more.but we got a...
tristankjellpeterson, Feb 2017
you cant do that any more.but we got a makeup trip that was cool
Wonderful morning! Highly...
Katalin I, Jan 2015
Wonderful morning! Highly educational regarding the sea turtles and the cenotes of the Yucatan. Super friendly and enthusiastic guide and driver! Beautiful beach at Akumal, and the snorkelling itself was magical! the cenote was stunning, and so relaxing, to end the morning!
WAY overpriced! This is way too...
Matt D, Oct 2014
WAY overpriced! This is way too expensive for a half day trip. When we got to Akumal to snorkel there was a sign that is was $6 USD and at the cenote it was $5 USD to enter, so we paid over $110 EACH for a ride to the attractions and a tour guide? I will say it was neat to see the turtles and we did see quite a few. It was windy so the water was foggy and you couldn't see very far, but that is obviously out of the control of the tour company. The cenote was BEAUTIFUL and fun to swim/jump in. The guide and driver were great, I just think this is too expensive for all the more you get.

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