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Snorkelling with Turtles and Cenote Swim in Riviera Maya

4.4/5
938 reviews

An underwater adventure – in two very different settings. This half-day tour ventures into the heart of the Yucatan jungle and the reefs of the Caribbean for contrasting experiences. You'll swim in the mystical surroundings of a cenote and snorkel with turtles in a protected bay.

Kick off by heading inland to a sacred cenote. Here, you'll get to swim in one of the most beautiful cenotes in the region. This underground pool opens up to reveal a cavern of stalactites and stalagmites, where you can swim in cool, fresh water. It's easy to see why these natural cathedrals were so revered by the ancient Maya.

We'll then travel to Akumal Bay to spot turtles near the protected reef. Three species call this bay home – green, hawksbill and loggerhead. You'll be joined by an expert guide and a small group of snorkellers – a maximum of 16 – so that you can make the most of this experience. There'll also be time to explore the reef even further, admiring fish and rainbow-coloured coral, before returning to your hotel in the early afternoon.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Riviera Maya / Playa del Carmen
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Language:German, Spanish, English, French, Dutch
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Entrance fees included
Fast track
Guided tour
Instant confirmation
Smaller group size
e-Voucher
Hotel pick up

Why you’ll love this…

  • Snorkel with sea turtles in the protected Riviera Maya reserve of Akumal Bay
  • Enjoy a cool swim in the fresh water of a sacred Maya cenote underground pool
  • Be part of a group of maximum 16 people when snorkelling near the sea turtles
  • Exclusive small group access to an eco-system restricted to 300 visitors per day

Important to know

  • Please ensure any biodegradable sunblock is applied prior to the tour, in order to protect the reef and environment
  • Bring biodegradable insect repellent
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring a towel

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Transport
  • Entrance fees and taxes
  • Snorkelling equipment and, if needed, wetsuit for the cenote
  • Locker

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV


What people say about this experience

4.4/5

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Based on 938 reviews


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Value for money

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    Le

    Travelled with family


    12 July 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    From the start to finish, our guide Ceddy made the whole experience so safe and enjoyable. We had a 4 year old in our party and Ceddy helped look after her the whole time and made sure she got to see the turtles as well giving us time to see them ourselves.

  • B

    Bernadette Cowell

    Travelled as a couple


    4 July 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Alex & Ivan were brilliant. Safety is paramount. Alex's knowledge is outstanding.

  • J

    Jon

    Travelled with family


    2 July 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    The whole experience was great and informative.

  • K

    Kenneth Gilkison

    Travelled as a couple


    1 July 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    We had a great experience on this trip .Rudolf was a fantastic guide very informative and helpful, he made the experience very memorable with a relaxed approach to the day to make sure we had time to fully enjoy the two elements of the day

  • J

    Jenjen

    Travelled with family


    30 June 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Our tour guide Alex was very knowledgeable. His passion for our sea life creature's was applaudable

  • K

    Kelly

    Travelled with family


    28 June 2026
    3.4

    United Kingdom

    The water was too murky to see the turtles well and there were too many people fighting to get a look in the cenote visit saved the day it was fab The guide seemed to focus on one family and ignored the rest of us for the most part they got to gotta second cenote on site we were not aware of this when questioned she said it was not available on our tour ?? Bus was a bit if a wreck very uncomfortable journey did not appear to have much suspension