Tours & experiences

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

About this experience

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.

At a glance

  • Duration: 7 hr–10 hr

Choose your tour option

Select a date and travellers to compare current prices and departure times.

Pickup: Cancun, Riviera Maya, Akumal and Tulum
Shared tour with pickup
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour7 hr–10 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), ru (live guide), Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 7 hr–10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Local guides to help you plan

What is 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

Not included

  • 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

Itinerary and highlights

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

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.

Meeting and pickup information

  • At the front door of Coco Bongo
  • 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.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • ru — Guide
  • Portuguese — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Quality Tours Riviera Maya

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • 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

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 7 hr–10 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
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.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), ru (live guide), Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (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.

Traveller reviews and photos

Traveller experiences load when you reach this section.