Turtle Encounter Private Tour – Swim with Sea Turtles & Cenote

5.0 (80 reviews) Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Duration5h - 6h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience a one-of-a-kind and exclusive private snorkeling tour that offers the opportunity to swim with turtles in Akumal.
Afterward, you can enjoy a refreshing swim in a cenote of your choice, accompanied by a certified guide. You can choose between three stunning cenotes: Jaguar, Nicte Ha, or Taak bi ha.
Additionally, you will enjoy a delightful snack at a local Mexican restaurant located in the heart of the jungle.​
This tour is perfect for families and groups of friends, and it offers easy snorkeling for all skill levels.​

Options

Private Van 2

Just you, your guide & driver: Pick up from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. We advise 7:30am pick up to avoid crowds.
Pickup included

Private Van 3

Just you, your guide & driver: Pick up from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. We advise 7:30am pick up to avoid crowds.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Lunch at a local Mexican restaurant with one meal a la carte
  • Water and sodas provided in the cooler of the van
  • All taxes and commissions
  • Snorkeling gear of the highest quality with life vests
  • Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel or Airbnb by private air-conditioned minivan
  • Certified, experienced and dedicated private guide
  • Cenote and Turtles cooperative fees, Beach entrance bracelet
  • Drinks at the restaurant

What to expect

  1. Akumal Beach
    1h · Admission ticket included
    We will pick you up with a private vehicle from your hotel-rental (approx 45 minutes driving).
    Enjoy swimming alongside majestic turtles with your own private snorkeling guide! No need for a boat as the snorkeling is conveniently done from the shore, and the ocean in this protected bay is blissfully calm. Get ready to witness the wonder of sea turtles up close, and if luck is on your side, you may even encounter graceful stingrays and a multitude of vibrant, colorful fish. Get ready for an unforgettable snorkeling adventure!​
  2. Cenote Taak Bi Ha
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Swim & Snorkel in Cenote: You have the option to swim and snorkel in any of these cenotes: Cenote Jaguar, which is an open-air cenote with cliff jumping and ziplining; Cenote Nicte Ha, an open-air cenote perfect for relaxation; or Cenote Taak bi Ha, a cave cenote where you can explore the underground river.​
  3. Parque Dos Ojos
    1h · Admission ticket included
    To end your tour, you'll get to enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant located in the jungle near the cenotes. Indulge in mouthwatering tacos, empanadas, and more. Get ready for an unforgettable and truly authentic experience!​

    After lunch, we'll take you back to your hotel or rental.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up from all hotels - rentals located from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. An additional pick-up fee will be due to the guide on the day of the tour if you are staying in Puerto Morelos (USD 45) or Cancun (USD 90). If condo or house rental, we require the full name and address of the place, sharing location via phone upon arrival is requested.

For the best experience, we advise choosing a pick-up time of 7:30 am. This will allow you to avoid both the crowds and the heat, ensuring a more enjoyable outing.

No shows applies 15 minutes after confirmed pick up time.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Swimming skill mandatory
  • Children of less than 3 years old can not participate.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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