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Akumal Swim with Turtles + Cenote

-13% Save $15 USD 4.8 · 4,328 reviews on Google
10 h
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
English / Spanish
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Experience a full day of history, nature, and adventure on the Akumal Turtle Swim + Tulum and Nohoch Cenote Tour.

The experience begins with round-trip ground transportation and assistance from a bilingual guide. You will visit the Tulum Archaeological Site, an ancient Maya city overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy an approximately one-hour guided visit featuring information about the site’s history, architecture, and cultural importance. Afterward, you will have approximately 45 minutes of free time to explore and take photographs.

Upon leaving Tulum, you will receive one bottle of water and make a stop at the colorful Tulum letters for a memorable photograph.

The adventure continues at Nohoch Cenote, where you will have approximately one hour to swim and enjoy its refreshing waters surrounded by nature.

You will then visit Akumal Bay for a snorkeling activity to observe sea turtles in their natural habitat. Snorkeling equipment is included, and the activity is conducted according to the guides’ instructions and the area’s conservation regulations.

The tour also includes a box lunch and a buffet meal to complete your day of exploration in the Riviera Maya.

  • Round-trip ground transportation.
  • Bilingual guide.
  • Admission to the Tulum Archaeological Site.
  • Approximately one-hour guided visit at the archaeological site.
  • Approximately 45 minutes of free time in Tulum.
  • One bottle of water upon leaving Tulum.
  • Photo stop at the Tulum letters.
  • Admission to Nohoch Cenote.
  • Approximately one hour at the cenote.
  • Snorkeling activity to observe sea turtles in Akumal.
  • Snorkeling equipment.
  • Box lunch with:
    • Sandwich.
    • Fruit.
    • Cookie.
    • Juice.
  • Buffet meal.
  • Swimsuit.
  • Towel.
  • Lightweight and comfortable clothing.
  • An extra change of dry clothes.
  • Sandals or water shoes.
  • Comfortable footwear for walking at the archaeological site.
  • Hat or cap.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Biodegradable sunscreen.
  • Biodegradable insect repellent.
  • Cash for taxes, beverages, and personal expenses.
  • Camera or mobile phone.
  • Personal identification.
  • Beverages during the buffet meal.
  • Taxes.
  • Operating days: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
  • Pickup time and meeting point will be confirmed when the reservation is completed.
  • The Tulum Archaeological Site visit includes approximately one hour with a guide and 45 minutes of free time.
  • The visit to Nohoch Cenote lasts approximately one hour.
  • Guests must follow the guide’s instructions and all conservation regulations during the Akumal activity.
  • Touching, feeding, chasing, or blocking the path of sea turtles is not permitted.
  • Sea turtles are wild animals; sightings and proximity depend on the natural conditions of the day.
  • Water activities are subject to weather and sea conditions.
  • The order and duration of activities may change due to traffic, weather, or operational requirements.

What our travellers say

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  • Monika Prei
    Monika Prei a month ago

    What an unforgettable experience! We had an absolutely amazing day on our tour from Cancun to Chichén Itzá, the cenote, and Valladolid. From early morning until late in the evening, Alfredo, Enrique, and Xiomara went above and beyond to make this trip truly special. They didn’t just show us the most beautiful places—they brought every location to life with fascinating stories, incredible historical knowledge, and genuine passion. Their enthusiasm, professionalism, and attention to every detail made us feel comfortable, welcomed, and completely immersed in the experience. Every stop was perfectly organized, and they made sure we had enough time to enjoy every moment while sharing so many interesting facts that we would have never learned on our own. A huge thank you to Alfredo, Enrique, and Xumaro for their kindness, positive energy, and outstanding service. They turned a great tour into a truly unforgettable memory for our family. At the end of the tour, Xiomara surprised us with one more thoughtful gesture. She bought a cake for our birthday celebrants—we had three of them! She then started singing “Happy Birthday,” and soon the whole group joined in. It was such a warm, joyful, and memorable moment, and without a doubt one of the top highlights of the entire tour. It was the perfect way to end an amazing day. If you’re looking for the best tour from Cancun, don’t hesitate—this is the one to book! Highly recommended!

  • walter thalmeiner
    walter thalmeiner 2 months ago

    We did the 4x1 trip (Tulum, Coba, Cenote/Lunch, Playa del Carmen), on June 5, 2026. It was a long trip, but the whole experience was outstanding. Zeferino is an excellent guide with a lot of knowledge about the Mayan culture. I believe he was by far the best guide we met during our many trips we took during the years! And Eric is an excellent driver, a very important part of a day-long trip. I recommend both Zeferino and Eric wholeheartedly, along the company organising this trip (Cancun Bay Tours)!

  • Zain Talukdar
    Zain Talukdar a month ago

    Xiomara was one of the best tour guides I’ve had in an international excursion. Our crew did the tour of Chichen Itza, a cenote, a Mayan village, and the downtown plaza of a Mayan city. She was incredibly informed, patient, kind, and knowledgeable. Shoutout also to Enrique and Tony for their help in making this day tour an enjoyable one. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting

  • YANETH CORREA-MARTINEZ
    YANETH CORREA-MARTINEZ a month ago

    Zeferino was an incredible, very knowledgeable guide. The more you know about the Mayan culture, the more you want to know. If you are interested in a historical tour of the Yucatán peninsula he is your guy!. Very humbling to get a Shaman’s blessing when we went to the Cenote. Unfortunately, it had rained the night before so the Cenote wasn’t crystal clear. The hike to the pyramid was exciting and fun.

  • Eddie Loera
    Eddie Loera 5 months ago

    Ilse was a FANTASTIC tour guide and I'm confident that there is no better tour guide that exists. Her ability to seamlessly talk in both English and Spanish and her knowledge on Mayan culture made the tour worth every peso. Our driver, Jonathan, was extremely friendly and even offered us beverages. I imagine the drive isn't the easiest but still he seemed to enjoy his job. I would 100% guarantee this tour to friend and family in the future. If you plan on swimming in the cenote, remember to bring your own towel. Water shoes are not necessary but very helpful as the walk from the changing area to the cenote is a bit difficult to do barefoot.

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