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Day Tour: Tulum Cenote and Swimming with Turtles From Cancun

About this experience

Embark on an unforgettable experience!

We invite you on an exciting tour that will allow you to explore the historical and natural wonders of the region. Walk through the old walled city of Tulum surrounded by the Caribbean Sea and go to our Mariposa cenote with turquoise blue waters ideal for taking pictures.

After enjoying the serene beauty of the cenote, a delicious feast awaits you at Canamayte. Let yourself be carried away by the authentic flavors of local cuisine with our buffet, where you can delight your palate with a variety of exquisite dishes. It is the perfect time to recharge your batteries and enjoy a relaxed moment surrounded by nature.

But the adventure is not over yet. The highlight of this tour awaits you in the beautiful bay of Akumal, where you will have the opportunity to swim with the majestic sea turtles. Dive into the warm waters of the Caribbean and get an up-close look at these impressive creatures in their habitat

At a glance

  • Duration: 10 hr

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Tour from Riviera Maya
Starting points:
Plaza las Perlas, Av. Constituyentes LB, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
Starbucks Tulum DT, Carr. Cancún - Tulum S/N, 77780 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico
Pickup included
Private Tour
Pickup included
Tour + PLUS from Cancun
PLUS Package: Includes: Boxlunch Baguette or Croissant, Energy Bar, Pack of 5 drinks and 1 Organic Repellent or Sunblock
Pickup included
Full Day Tour from Cancun
Pickup included
Tour + PLUS from Riviera
Package PLUS: Includes: Boxlunch Baguette or Croissant, Energy Bar, Pack of 5 Drinks and 1 Organic Sunscreen
Starting points:
Plaza las Perlas, Av. Constituyentes LB, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
Starbucks Tulum DT, Carr. Cancún - Tulum S/N, 77780 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico
Pickup included

Plan your experience

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

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

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Bilingual certified guide
  • Vests and Lockers
  • Does not include drinks
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Admissions, fees and taxes. Adults 40 USd and children 25 USD (Mexicans with INE preferential rate)

Itinerary and highlights

Visit one of the most important archaeological zones of the Mayan culture; Tulum where you can admire the unparalleled view of the buildings on the edge of the beautiful Caribbean Sea and its white sand beaches. Of this time we will take 210 minutes to reach the point of interest

You can swim and relax in the crystal clear waters
from the semi-open cenote "Mariposa". Of this time we will take 25 minutes to reach the point of interest

Arriving in Akumal, pack your belongings in the lockers (included) and we will head to a beautiful and calm cove, where we will swim with turtles in their natural habitat. Surrounded by multicolored fish and impressive reefs. Of this time we will take 25 minutes to reach the point of interest

Meeting and pickup information

  • The meeting point is outside the Starbucks in Tulum, just 100 meters from Domino's Pizza. Located in Tulum, there you will find our guide, identified in blue uniform with the logo and name "Ekinox Tours" in silver letters, waiting for you at the entrance of the square to start the tour.
  • For your convenience, the meeting point will be at the main entrance of Plaza Las Perlas, located in Playa del Carmen. Upon arrival, you can easily identify our guide, who will be waiting right at the entrance.
  • The guide is properly identified with blue uniform, logo and "Ekinox Tours" name engraved in silver letters. The guide will wait for you over Tulum Avenue. Outside the hote.
  • We pick up at the main hotels in Cancun and Puerto Morelos. Hotels in the center, airbnbs, residential areas or hotels with difficult access have a mandatory meeting point.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Ekinox Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We pick up at the main hotels in Cancun and Puerto Morelos.
Hotels in the center, airbnbs, residential areas or hotels with difficult access have a mandatory meeting point.
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 4–11; Adult tickets: age 12+. 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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