Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum
Snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay near Tulum

Tulum Jungle Cenote & Turtle Swim in Akumal

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Price
$163

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Traveler: Adult (16+) · group of 1–2
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✓ 3 ways to pay — online, on the day, or 50% to hold

✓ Free cancellation — 72 hours before

✓ Book direct — no middlemen, no platform fee

✓ WhatsApp support — 5 min response

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DifficultyMedium
Age4+
Group sizeMax 15
GuideEnglish / Spanish

What you’ll do on the Tulum Jungle Cenote & Turtle Swim in Akumal

This Tulum cenote and turtle tour combines a swim in Cenote Yum-Ha with snorkeling next to protected green sea turtles in Akumal Bay. It is a full-day small-group trip from Tulum, Playa del Carmen and Cancun for families and nature lovers who want to see sea turtles in the wild with a guide who follows conservation rules.

What you'll do

  • Meet us in Tulum or get picked up in Playa del Carmen, then ride in an air-conditioned van.
  • Learn about the local plants and animals of the Riviera Maya on the way.
  • Swim in Cenote Yum-Ha, clear freshwater pools away from the usual tourist paths.
  • Drive to Akumal Bay and snorkel with protected green sea turtles in their natural habitat.
  • Hear from your guide about local conservation work and how to watch turtles without touching or chasing them.
  • Enjoy snacks and bottled water, then return to your hotel or meeting point.

Who it's for

This tour is for travelers who want a calm day in the water with wildlife, without ATVs or ziplines. Children from age 4 can join. You should have at least a moderate level of fitness for swimming and snorkeling. The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or people with poor cardiovascular health.

Good to know

  • Included: air-conditioned round-trip transport, local guide, snorkel equipment, biodegradable sunscreen, snacks and bottled water.
  • Not included: fees and local taxes (paid on site), tips, alcoholic drinks and the optional photo package.
  • In Tulum there is no hotel or Airbnb pickup: meet us at Súper Akí Tulum at 8:45 AM. Pickup in Playa del Carmen is between 7:30 and 8:00 AM; from Cancun it runs on Mondays and Fridays only.
  • Our staff wear green shirts and caps; the van is white or gray with no logo.
  • Bring a swimsuit, towel, extra T-shirt, comfortable shoes, flip-flops, biodegradable insect repellent and cash.
  • The tour depends on the weather. Guides speak English and Spanish.

  1. Cenote Yum-Ha

    You swim in the clear freshwater pools of Yum-Ha, away from the usual tourist paths.

  2. Green sea turtles

    You snorkel in Akumal Bay with protected green sea turtles in their natural habitat.

  3. Responsible encounter

    Your guide explains local conservation rules: no touching and no chasing the turtles.

  4. Gear and sunscreen included

    Snorkel gear and biodegradable sunscreen are provided.

  5. Small groups

    The tour runs in small groups, with snacks and bottled water included.

What’s included

In the price

  • ✓Round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Local guide
  • ✓Snorkel equipment
  • ✓Biodegradable sunscreen
  • ✓Snacks
  • ✓Bottled water

Not included

  • ✕Fees and local taxes (paid on site)
  • ✕Tips
  • ✕Alcoholic drinks
  • ✕Photo package (optional)

Pickup from Tulum, Playa del Carmen & Cancun

Where we pick you up depends on your city. Check yours before booking.

You’re staying inPickupDetails
Tulum Meeting point Súper Akí Tulum at 8:45 AM; no hotel or Airbnb pickup; staff in green shirts and caps
Playa del Carmen Hotel pickup Pickup between 7:30 and 8:00 AM
Cancun Hotel pickup Mondays and Fridays only
In Tulum we only use meeting points and do not pick up at hotels or Airbnbs: meet us at 8:45 AM at Súper Akí Tulum. You can park at Súper Akí or Chedraui. In Playa del Carmen, pickup is between 7:30 and 8:00 AM. From Cancun, pickup runs on Mondays and Fridays only. Our staff wear green shirts and caps, and our van is white or gray with no logo. Delays can happen because of traffic, weather or late guests.
Read this before you book

Send us your accommodation first. Not every address can be reached by our vehicles. Send your hotel or Airbnb to one of our advisors on WhatsApp and they will confirm whether we pick you up at the door or agree a meeting point nearby.

Your pickup time is not the tour start time. They are very different. We collect you well before activities begin, because the drive and the other pickups on the route take time. Your advisor gives you your exact pickup time when your booking is confirmed — go by that time, not by the departure hour shown on this page.

Itinerary

  • Pickup in Playa del Carmen or meet in Tulum
  • Air-conditioned ride into the jungle
  • Learn about local plants and wildlife
  • Swim in Cenote Yum-Ha
  • Drive to Akumal Bay
  • Snorkel with green sea turtles
  • Snacks and bottled water
  • Return to your hotel or meeting point

What to bring

SwimsuitTowelExtra TshirtComfortable shoesFlipflopsBiodegradable insect repellentCash

Frequently asked

Will I see sea turtles?
You snorkel in Akumal Bay, where protected green sea turtles live in their natural habitat. They are wild animals, so sightings depend on nature.
Can children join?
Yes, from age 4. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of fitness for swimming and snorkeling.
Does this tour include ATVs or ziplines?
No. This tour focuses on the cenote swim and the turtle snorkel. It does not include ATVs or horseback riding.
Do I need to bring sunscreen?
No. Biodegradable sunscreen is provided with the snorkel gear. Bring biodegradable insect repellent instead.
Are entrance fees included?
No. Fees and local taxes are paid on site, so bring cash. Tips and alcoholic drinks are not included either.
Where do I meet the group in Tulum?
At Súper Akí Tulum at 8:45 AM. We do not pick up at hotels or Airbnbs in Tulum.
Can I get photos of the turtles?
An optional photo package is available as an add-on.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the start time; no refunds within 72 hours. Changes within 24 hours are not accepted.

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