About this experience
This adventure is the perfect fit for travelers that love nature and culture!
Our first stop will take us to the Tulum Ruins where our guide will give us a little of the history of the ruins along with some free time to explore and take some photos at the best spot. The ruins of Tulum are unique due to the fact that they are located over a hill with a great view of the ocean and shore.
The guide will take us to the best place to spot and sightseeing the turtles, this is the natural habitat of these noble creatures, and we will have the chance to see them live their lifes in the wild. There will be colorful fish and coral all around.
To finish this adventure, we'll have a cenote swim in a underground cave. There is something about this places, that makes you feel like you travel in time to the Mayan era!
At a glance
- Duration: 9 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 9 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travelers must bring towels, swim suit and change of clothes
Local guides to help you plan
Tulum Ruins Tour From Cancun Guide
Get the essential Tulum Ruins tour tips from Cancun before one overlooked choice turns your cliffside Maya day into something else entirely.
Coba Ruins Day Trip From Cancun
Navigate jungle roads from Cancun to Coba, where shaded ruins, sacred cenotes, and one unforgettable climb hint at a day trip worth planning well.
El Rey Ruins Cancun Guide
Plan a quieter Cancun escape at El Rey Ruins, where iguanas outnumber crowds and one small detail could change how you visit.
What is included
- Certified guide
- Guaranteed turtle sighting
- Snorkel gear
- Guided Tulum Ruins tour
- Water or Soda
- Mexican dish lunch
- Underground cenote swim
- Round transportation from Playa del Carmen & Riviera Maya
Not included
- Preservation tax of 25 USD per adult
- Preservation tax of 20 USD per child
Itinerary and highlights
Explore the archaeological site of Tulum, the only surviving area of Mayan settlements on the side of the Caribbean Sea. Built on a cliff facing the rising sun, it gives us a stunning backdrop of turquoise-blue water, making this excellent site one of the most picturesque in the world.
Enjoy a short 5-minute boat ride to go to the Bay of Akumal in search of 3 of the seven species of sea turtles in the world, accompanied by the beautiful barrier reef where you can discover the infinite variety of marine fauna of this region doing snorkeling with our guides.
Located in the Puerto Aventuras area, our protected reserve has caves and the best cenotes. Delve into the low jungle of the Yucatan Peninsula and explore the fantastic world of underground rivers and "cenotes." Snorkel in the crystal blue waters of these unique limestone pools and relax among thousands of white stalactites and stalagmites that surround you at every turn.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meeting points for travelers that are in downtown hotels and airbnb's or any location that we can't reach: Cancun: Oasis Smart Hotel Playa Del Carmen: Cocobongo at Playa Del Carmen Tulum: There are no hotel pick ups, the meeting point is at the Super Aki Store The pick up time is set according to your location, the travelers that doesn't provide pick up location will need to get in contact with us as soon as possible, otherwise we will be not be able to provide the service
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Joy Travel Rewards
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
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Does not include preservation tax of 25 USD per adult
- Does not include preservation tax of 20 USD per child
- Travelers must bring towels, swim suit and change of clothes
- Only biodegradable sunscreen can be used (small amounts)
- Life vest is mandatory
- Pregnant travelers can't participate in this tour due to safety reasons
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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What are the pickup arrangements?
Cancun: Oasis Smart Hotel
Playa Del Carmen: Cocobongo at Playa Del Carmen
Tulum: There are no hotel pick ups, the meeting point is at the Super Aki Store
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