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Akumal is a small beach town located between Playa del Carmen and Tulum on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. Meaning “land of the turtles” in the Mayan language, Akumal is famous for its plentiful sea turtle population. Its secluded white-sand beaches and peaceful bays are also ideal for those seeking a more private experience.
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From Riviera Maya Visit a Cenote and Swim with Turtles in Akumal
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Snorkel in an underground cenote and swim with sea turtles in Akumal in this express tour to the Riviera Maya from Playa del Carmen.
The Riviera Maya is home to some of the most beautiful and unique natural landscapes in the world that are simply made for adventure. This express tour from Cancun brings you to two of these remarkable places to swim and snorkel and be surrounded by nature.
With an expert guide and all the gear you need, you’ll delve into the jungle and descend into an underground cenote for a snorkel experience amidst stalactites and stalagmites! After exploring the crystalline waters of the underworld, you’ll head to Akumal to snorkel with sea turtles in the calm bay, an extraordinary encounter in nature!
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$62.10
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Sea Turtle Snorkeling Ecofriendly Tour from Cancun & Riviera Maya
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Immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea on a full-day snorkeling tour. Explore the natural sanctuary of Akumal and swim with majestic sea turtles during your underwater adventure. Gain insight into the area’s marvelous marine life with an experienced guide then plunge into the dazzling depths of a cenote surrounded by intricate limestone formations. Enjoy the fun and educational experience of this unique snorkeling tour.
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$125.00
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Swim with sea turtles
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The sighting with sea turtles is a unique activity in the world, and it can only be done in Akumal since it is in their natural habitat; With the mandatory equipment by the authorities and with my experience, I guarantee an extraordinary visit in a natural and sustainable activity.
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$42.06
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$42.06
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Tulum Ruins And Akumal To Swimming With Turtles From Playa Del Carmen
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Explore the Maya ruins of Tulum and snorkel with sea turtles in Akumal in this express Riviera Maya tour in history and nature.
A taste of history and nature in the Riviera Maya in this express day trip from Cancun. Explore the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum with an expert guide and learn fascinating facts and legends about this incredible civilization. This archaeological site has spectacular views of the turquoise sea, get your cameras ready!
Next up is a truly remarkable experience in nature as you head to Akumal Bay to snorkel with sea turtles! Beginner and advanced snorkelers will love this unique encounter with marine wildlife in the calm clear waters of the Riviera Maya. Transportation, guide and gear included!
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$67.15
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Cenote and Swimming with Turtles from Riviera Maya
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Snorkel two unique ecosystems in the Riviera Maya, immerse yourself in a cenote and snorkel with sea turtles in Akumal!
One for the snorkel lovers! Get your masks and fins ready to snorkel in two unique Riviera Maya ecosystems. First, descend to the underworld in Cenote Hilarios, a gorgeous cavern cenote full of stalactites and stalagmites! Refreshing crystalline waters in a stunning setting!
Your aquatic adventure continues in Akumal, known as THE place to encounter sea turtles in the wild. Snorkel the calm waters of Akumal Bay and observe sea turtles and other species of tropical marine life, an out of this world experience! Includes round-trip transportation, guide and snorkel gear.
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$81.00
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Tulum Turtles Swim and Snokel Tour from Cancun
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Swim with sea turtles in their natural habitat and learn about these ancient reptiles from your professional guide. This 3-hour snorkeling adventure departs Cancun for Tulum in the morning. After submerging in crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean you'll swim in a spectacular cenote, just one of the Yucatán Peninsula’s many sinkholes. Bottled water, snacks and round-trip hotel transport included.
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$89.00
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Tulum Ruins and Snorkeling Tour From Cancun & Riviera Maya
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Checkout the Mayan archaeological site of Tulum with a certificated archaeological guide and learn about Mayan Culture. Afterwards, snorkel alongside marine life in their natural habitat and discover an under water world like no other. Lunch and hotel transport are included.
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$99.00
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Tulum and Akumal From Cancun
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Discover the Mayan archaeological site of Tulum, world famous for its unique location alongside the Caribbean coastline. Built on a natural outcrop facing the rising sun, the stunning turquoise blue ocean backdrop makes this beautiful site one of the most picturesque in the world.
Afterwards explore the fascinating underwater world of the Mexican Caribbean on a leisurely snorkel tour in search of sea turtles. Brightly colored tropical fish, spectacular coral, amazing rock formations, rays and unbelievable visibility makes this an unforgettable experience.
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Amazing Adventure in Akumal (2 water sinholes, 1 underground cave and snorkel)
Come and enjoy one of the most original tourist activities in Cancun and Riviera Maya. Join us to discover an underground world. We will take you to know 2 of the most beautiful sinkholes in the area where you can swim, have fun and cool off. Then we will rappel into a cavern where we will find a majestic underground river which will lead us to live a life experience. Then we will go to the open sea to snorkel in the Akumal reef which is famous for being a sanctuary for turtles which live freely in the area, you will be amazed to see them swimming in their natural environment. We will finish with a delicious meal in our restaurant on the beautiful Akumal beach where we will have free time to relax and prepare for our return. Come live a day full of natural beauty and adventure.
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Turtles Express
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Explore the fascinating underwater world of Turtle Bay on a leisurely snorkel tour in search 3 of
the world’s 7 sea turtle species. Brightly colored tropical fish, spectacular coral, amazing rock
formations, rays and unbelievable visibility makes this an unforgettable experience.
Turtle watch is guaranteed.
After the snorkeling in Akumal we can have a shower and go into the van to get back to the hotels.
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$500.00
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$500.00
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Half-Day Sea Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling Tour from Cancun & Riviera Maya
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Snorkel and swim in the Caribbean Sea and a freshwater cenote on a half-day tour from Cancun. Your guide first takes you to a snorkeling spot in the Caribbean to look for sea turtles and colorful tropical fish. Next, you continue into the rain forest to a nature park with an extensive underground river system. There you can swim in the crystal clear waters of the cenote for a quintessential experience in the Yucatan of Mexico. Includes snacks, guide, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
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$89.00
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$89.00
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Tulum Ruins and Swimming With Turtles Day Tour
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History, nature and adventure, visit the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum and snorkel with sea turtles and marine life in the Riviera Maya!
This express Riviera Maya tour brings you to the magnificent Mayan ruins of Tulum with an expert guide to explore ancient history. This walled city atop a cliff overlooking the sea is a beautiful place to learn all about the fascinating Maya civilization.
After walking in the steps of the ancients, it’s time to immerse yourself in the Mexican Caribbean Sea for an out of this world snorkel experience. Dive in to the famous Akumal Bay where you will snorkel with sea turtles and tropical marine life! This tour includes a bilingual guide and all the essential equipment you need.
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$76.50
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Amazing Cave with Underground River and 2 Sinkholes Guided Visit. Unique Tour
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Join us on one of the most exciting adventures in the Mexican Caribbean.
Come discover an underground world. We will take you to know 2 of the most beautiful cenotes in the area where you can swim, have fun and refresh yourself. Then you will rappel down into a cavern where we will find a majestic underground river that will take us to live a life experience. Then we will go to the open sea to snorkel in the Akumal reef, famous for being a sanctuary for turtles that live freely in the area, you will be surprised to see them swimming in their natural environment. We will finish with a delicious regional meal in our restaurant on the beautiful Akumal beach, where we will have free time to relax and prepare for our return. Come live a day full of natural beauty and adventure.
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$124.58
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Swimming in an area known for Turtles and Cenotes Tour
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Swim in an area known for sea turtles, snorkel a coral reef, and explore a cenote on a half-day nature tour in the Riviera Maya. You're guaranteed to see some of the wild, native sea turtles that thrive along the coast, or receive a full refund for the tour. This turtles and cenote tour includes all equipment, snacks, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Cancun or the Riviera Maya.
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$99.00
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Akumal Marine Turtle Daily Tour
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Swim and snorkel alongside marine turtles on this guided tour to Akumal Bay. Spot hundreds of colorful fish, mantas, and other marine life at the area’s coral reef. Plus, take a dip in a nearby cenote or choose to snorkel again in the underground waters. Learn more about these underwater caves and their historical significance from your guide.
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$136.85
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Tulum Ruins Private Tour with Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling
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Combine ancient temples with a cenote and sea turtles on a full-day, private tour that includes an a la carte lunch at a local restaurant. An early morning departure means cooler temperatures and fewer crowds during your private tour of Tulum archeological site, which is followed by stops to snorkel in a cenote and swim with sea turtles.
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$209.79
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Tulum Cenote And Swim With Turtles From Playa Del Carmen
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The ancient history of Tulum, the natural wonders of a cenote and a snorkelling experience with sea turtles in Akumal! Lunch included!
Explore the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum with an expert guide and learn all about the history and culture of this fascinating civilization. Tulum was once an important port city, a vital part of the trading route by sea and by land. The impressive “El Castillo” temple looks out over the sea, a stunning picture postcard view!
Next up is a swim in a sacred cenote in a cave full of stalactites and stalagmites, an out of this world experience in the jungle. Finally you will don mask and fins to snorkel with sea turtles in the calm bay of Akumal. A delicious regional lunch is included!
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$88.00
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SWIM SURROUNDED by Sea Turtles and ENJOY 2 Cenotes & a Cavern with Transport
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Venture on a great half-day excursion in the beautiful Akumal Bay, where you will have the great experience of swimming alongside sea turtles in their natural environment, without a doubt, an unforgettable experience!
Snorkel on a coral reef with abundant marine life filled with colorful fish within the protected natural area of Akumal, which in the Mayan language means place of turtles, this area is regularly visited by turtles that come to feed, is the perfect opportunity to be very close to them.
To complete the adventure you can discover and explore two magic cenotes and swim in its crystal clear waters. Cenotes are unique underground rivers in the Yucatan Peninsula. In addition to entering a cavern within the Mayan Jungle.
Do not miss this unique opportunity at the Caribbean and the Riviera Maya!
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$119.47
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Private Tour Turtle Experience and Cenote Swim
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Discover wild turtles and a natural pit cave away from the tourist crowds with a private tour to Akumal. Benefit from the undivided attention, knowledge, and expertise of your professional guide as you snorkel in search of green sea turtles, swim in a jungle cenote, and lunch in a local Mexican restaurant. Travel to each location with ease by air-conditioned minivan, and relax with included hotel pickup and drop-off.
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$183.70
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Cenote and Akumal Snorkel
Explore the fascinating underwater world of Turtle Bay on a leisurely snorkel tour in search 3 of the world’s 7 sea turtle species. Brightly colored tropical fish, spectacular coral, amazing rock formations, rays and unbelievable visibility makes this an unforgettable experience.
Then journey deep into the subtropical rainforest of the Yucatan to relax, swim and snorkel in the crystal clear fresh waters of a massive “cenote”, and marvel at the thousands of spectacular stalagmites and stalactites that surround you at every turn.
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$81.03
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Akumal Cenote Swimming and Snorkeling from Cancun & Costa Mujeres
Discover the magic of Riviera Maya's cenotes, the mystical cave pools that occupy an important role in the Mayan civilization. Continue to beautiful Akumal beach, famous for the numerous sea turtles swimming in its shallow waters.
The adventure starts with a refreshing swim and the exploration of an incredible cenote, a freshwater underground pond so typical for the Yucatán peninsula and yet so unique. Head further to picture-perfect Akumal beach, known for its great snorkeling locations just off the coast. As you drift across the surface, you are likely to notice a sea turtle or two exploring the waters very near you. A memorable and peaceful encounter with the wild nature you will surely remember for good.
To conclude this great experience, kick back and relax at the Punta Venado Beach Club. A sumptuous lunch is included and enjoyed right here, at this piece of paradise, before you return to your hotel.
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$130.66
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Tulum Ruins Cenote and Swim with Turtles from Cancun
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Make sure to set your alarms: this full day tour around the Riviera Maya starts with an early-morning visit to Tulum so you can beat the crowds to these pristine Mayan ruins and see them as the sun rises. Spend the rest of the day getting in touch with nature: go snorkelling in an isolated cenote, and then swim with the sea turtles at Akumal Bay. Further, there are no strangers to distract you on this private tour, just you and your guide.
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$240.00
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$240.00
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7 Day- Whale Shark Ecofriendly Tour in Cancun
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Amazing 7 days tour where you will see the highlights of the beautiful nature and wildlife of Cancun.
You will have 2 days to discover everything about the Whale Shark and to swim with the biggest fish of the world.
Discover much more of the Mexican fauna and flora by exploring biospheres, cenotes, lagoons and the jungle.
Experience it with your own eyes!
Cancun is waiting for you!
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$2,215.00
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Private Tour: Akumal Marine Turtle Snorkeling from Cozumel
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Create memories with your family and friends of swimming and snorkeling in an area known for marine turtles in the natural habitat of Akumal. This private 6-hour tour in Cozumel takes your group (up to 10 people) to one of the most beautiful beaches in the Riviera Maya — dig your toes into the white sand and swim with the provided snorkel equipment in warm waters close to a coral reef. On the way back to shore, discover a cenote and learn more about these entrances to the underground Maya world from your personalized guide.
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$475.00
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