Tours and Tickets to Experience Akumal
What are people saying about Akumal
David_L, Mar 2026
Excellent time with Pepe...
Excellent time with Pepe and Akumal. Lots of fish, stingrays and turtle time. Lockers, showers and washrooms all included
ayme_d, Feb 2026
Amazing! Recommend!
Great experience! Maya the tour guide was great! Friendly and knowledgeable! Loved swimming with turtles! Cenotes were good to see. Well organised! Snacks and drinks water included.
KC_G, Feb 2026
Wonderful trip
Suly was our guide. He was amazing. Our group was fixed with English only and Spanish only travelers and he made a seamless transition to make sure everyone knew what was going on. We loved our experience and would recommend to anyone.
Jeffrey_R, Jan 2026
Look no further
Our experience was so great that when then booked it again for the next day. The company was communicative, professional, prompt and a pleasure to go with Unlike other companies that had huge groups, we were just us. Pepe took underwater photos along the way which they provide for FREE. Pepe is a good man, informative and speaks both Spanish and English If anyone has questions- shoot me a note
Caitlin_C, Nov 2025
Highly recommend!
Such a great tour! This tour is well thought out and amazing even down to the photographer. Our tour guide, Alma, was great. The kids adored her and talked about her the rest of the trip. I would highly recommend the private tour to anybody!
Miriam_S, Jan 2026
10 out of 10 experience
We had the most amazing time with Pepe! We saw 5 sea turtles, sting rays & beautiful fish.
This was the favorite activity of our trip! The photos and videos Pepe took got sent the next day and are amazing quality. Will treasure this experience!
Denise_N, Oct 2023
Highly recommend wonderful experience Thank you German!!
We were lucky enough to have German be our tour guide today, as we visited 4 cenotes and turtle beach in Akumal. We had plenty of space in the air conditioned van, and no extra people so we were very comfortable. He was prompt on time, and was ready to pick us up when we were ready to go. German went above and beyond for our group and even sent us some pictures from our turtle beach excursion. Highly recommend the services we were provided today. Thanks German!!!
Sharon_H, Apr 2025
Amazing experience!
Darwin was an amazing guide! He was so helpful, knowledgeable and friendly you couldn’t ask for more in a guide!! We saw over 15 turtles and had the best time I would recommend it to anyone.
benbaileyhie, Jan 2025
The Turtle Riders
JP , our guide, made this private tour a great one. Alphonse, our driver, was wonderful as well. I would not hesitate to book this again. We did the ruins, snorkeling with the turtles, and the cenote with lunch and everything was top notch.
Michelle_R, Dec 2025
Definitely a must
Really fab , so well organised , great communication from the day b4 all the way through until the end of experience, great value for money tour guys where patient and professional definitely recommend
Eric_S, Nov 2024
Highly Recommend!!!
It was SO COOL to see the underwater world! Its hard to even put it into words. Darwin was great, and we saw a bunch of turtles, fish, and even a cannon!
Highly recommend!
Michelle_M, Sep 2024
Amazing
The cenotes hands down were the best part of the trip. Our guide took us through out the underground caves and the water was crystal blue.
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Akumal is an ideal destination for nature lovers and peace-and-quiet seekers.
Be sure to bring sun protection, swim gear, water, and comfortable walking shoes.
Be careful not to touch the sea turtles or any other wildlife in Akumal.
People Also Ask
What is Akumal known for?
In Mayan, Akumal translates to “Place of Turtles”—and sea turtles are what this coastal resort on the Riviera Maya is all about. Once a tranquil alternative to Cancun (and then Tulum), Akumal is now a buzzy resort town. But with wide, sandy beaches and crystal-clear water, it’s still a great place to unwind.
Can visitors swim with sea turtles in Akumal?
Yes. While many places on the Mexican Caribbean require a boat ride to reach sea turtles, visitors can find these gentle marine animals grazing on seagrass right off the shores of Akumal Beach. (There is typically a small charge to access the beach.) Visitors can bring or rent snorkeling gear.
How can visitors avoid damaging the marine ecosystem?
This is a big issue in Akumal, where tourism has had a negative impact in recent years. Following basic guidelines helps. Never, ever touch the turtles. Don’t wear sunscreen (use a rash guard instead) or snorkeling fins, and refrain from standing on seagrass. And don’t urinate in the water, as this can harm marine life.
What is the best time of year to visit Akumal?
December to March is by far the most popular time to visit Quintana Roo, but it’s also the high season—expect more crowds and higher rates. The rainy season hits in summer and early fall. That said, showers typically last only a few hours, and visitors will encounter far fewer people.
Other than Akumal Beach, what else is there to do in Akumal?
The town of Akumal, with its restaurants, shops, and galleries, is a nice place to explore on foot. Animal lovers will appreciate the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary, which rehabilitates primates, birds, and even zebras. And nothing says Riviera Maya like cenotes—cool off in Gran Cenote or Yal-ku Lagoon, both a short driving distance from Akumal.
Which is better, Akumal or Tulum?
That depends. Once a fishing village, Tulum is now a hipster party mecca—equally popular with yogis and wellness gurus as EDM enthusiasts. It’s perfect for capping off beach days with nights out, since bars and clubs abound. Akumal is a good pick for snorkelers or scuba divers.
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