Tulum Ruins & Akumal Turtle Sanctuary from Cancun

Riviera Maya & the Yucatan, Mexico
Duration10h - 11h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 40 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience a day that takes you from the ancient Maya world to the Caribbean waters of Akumal. Begin at Tulum, where the ruins of an ancient coastal city stand above the sea. With your guide, discover the history behind this remarkable archaeological site, then stop at the famous “TULUM” letters for photos with the Caribbean as your backdrop.

The experience continues in Akumal, where you’ll travel by boat through the coastal waters in search of sea turtles in their natural environment. After your time on the water, cool off with a swim in a natural cenote and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this unique freshwater formation.

Ancient ruins, Caribbean views, sea turtles, a cenote, and the iconic Tulum photo stop—four different experiences brought together in one day.

What's included

  • Box Breakfast (sandwich, juice and fruit)
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment and Bilingual Guide
  • Boat ride and snorkeling in Akumal Beach
  • Transportation c / Air Conditioning
  • One Dish to choose in Restaurant Akumal
  • Entrance to Tulum Ruins
  • Beberages in the restaurant
  • Preservation Tax
  • Marine Tax Infants 0 to 3 years old

What to expect

  1. Tulum
    15m
    Take a photo in front of the famous “TULUM” landmark letters, with the Caribbean Sea providing the backdrop. You’ll have time to capture photos of your visit to Tulum, take individual or group photos, choose different angles for your pictures, and ask your guide to help take photos if needed.
  2. Tulum
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Discover the Tulum Archaeological Zone, an ancient Maya city overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Your experience begins with a convenient morning pickup from your hotel in comfortable transportation, followed by a journey to the archaeological site.

    Upon arrival, your certified guide will lead you through Tulum while sharing information about its history, architecture, and cultural significance. Explore the remains of this important Maya settlement and see some of its notable structures while learning about the civilization that built the city.

    You’ll also have time to appreciate the coastal views surrounding the archaeological zone and take photos of the ruins and Caribbean landscape before continuing with the rest of your experience.
  3. Akumal Beach
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    After exploring the Tulum Archaeological Zone, continue to Akumal, whose name means “Place of the Turtles” in Maya. Here, board a boat and travel along the coast to an area known for sea turtle sightings. With your guide, look for sea turtles in their natural marine environment and learn more about these fascinating animals and the importance of protecting their habitat.

    The experience offers the opportunity to observe sea turtles in the water while enjoying the coastal scenery of Akumal. Wildlife sightings are subject to natural conditions and cannot be guaranteed.
  4. Cenote Nohoch
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Cool off with a refreshing swim in the clear waters of a natural cenote, one of the Yucatán Peninsula’s most distinctive natural formations. Created over thousands of years, cenotes are freshwater pools formed within the region’s limestone landscape.

    Take your time to swim, relax, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings while appreciating the natural rock formations around you. After your swim, get ready to continue with the rest of the tour.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Meeting points for travelers that are in downtown hotels and Airbnb’s or any location that we can't reach:

Cancun Meeting Point: in front of the lobby at Oasis Smart in Tulum Avenue

Playa Del Carmen: Coco bongo at Playa Del Carmen

The pick-up time is set according to your location, pick up start at 7:30 am and depending on the location the pickup time will be set, 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.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Bring towels and extra clothes for change.
  • Use comfortable clothes and shoes.
  • Use sunglasses and sunscreen.
  • Subject to change without notice
  • Preservation Tax USD 25.00 per person
  • Government Fees - Marine Tax Infants 0 to 3 years old MXN 350.00 per person Tulum akumal

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