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Tulum ruins, Swim with turtles and Cenote from Riviera Maya

Cancun, Mexico
Great choice
5+ bookings last month.
  • 6 to 7 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Skip the self-drive stress and enjoy two of the Yucatan’s most beautiful experiences on this small-group door-to-door tour: the Tulum archaeological site, perched on a natural outcrop above the turquoise ocean, and the sea turtles of Akumal. First, explore the ruins of Mayan Tulum, including the pyramid known as El Castillo; next, snorkel Akumal’s spectacular rock formations and brilliant coral in search of the turtles. Package excludes conservation fees.
  • Ideal combo of natural and historic wonders, with gorgeous beaches
  • Small group (maximum 15) means less time waiting to pick up other travelers
  • Photo package available for purchase after the tour
  • Save time and stress with transfers direct from most Riviera Maya hotels

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Ecotax and Jaguar Park fee Cash only
    USD35.00 per person
  • Tips and souvenirs
  • Photo package available for purchase

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

The time in your ticket is not your pick up from the hotel, just an estimated time. We will confirm 1 or 2 days before your activity start via text message, whatsapp or email.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

1

Tulum

2 hours Admission Ticket Not Included

2

Akumal

3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travellers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Trip of a lifetime. This company is gold⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Brittany_J, June 2026
What an absolutely incredible experience. Mark our guide was fantastic and very professional. It was perfect from start to finish. Had water and snacks for the bus accompanied by a lovely local lunch homemade tacos which were delicious. I felt like the entire day was super busy but executed really well. Tulum ruins was fascinating, turtle swimming at a lovely and sea area (with a professional photographer) then ending at a cooling and wonderful Cenotes in the middle of a jungle that was owned by locals! I honestly felt like a mermaid. What an experience. We just absolutely loved it. 10/10. Thank you! 7/8 hours approximately which is much more bearable than other trips that are 12 hours +. If you can’t decide a trip, this is definitely the one for you to get a glimpse of everything this part of Mexico has to offer.

Response from Host, June 2026

Hola I really appreciate your comments and make me happy that my guides are making a great job as usual Definitely yes this us one of my top tours and people really love the combination of activities during the day I will share your comments with my team and please any time we are here for you.

From land to Sea

Patty_C, Apr 2026
Wear good footwear at Tulum, the terrain is uneven and bring sunscreen lots of walking.The guide provides great information about the site. Bring a sun shirt to swim with the turtles sunscreen is not permitted. Cenote is amazing nice cool water. Bring extra drinking water for your day

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for your recommendation and feedback Im so happy to see that you had a great time on this experience Any time you need us we are here at your service

Excellent unique experience of Tulum ruins, swimming with turtles and swimming in a Cenote - highly recommended.

Paul_R, Mar 2026
Wonderful unique experience covering the Mayan Tulum ruins, swimming with turtles in Akumal bay and a Cenote. One of us can’t swim well and this was accommodated on the turtles with extremely helpful staff. Good guide for Tulum and good overall guide for the day Max. Very good mela at the Cenote. Swimming in the Cenote that involved underground swimming was superb. You will need to buy a rash vest to protect against the strong sun because you cannot wear sunscreen. Also, buy swimming shoes beforehand because the rocks in the cave can be sharp. The tour company should give advice on the rash vest (but you could buy them from them) because they are available in resorts. Photos provided for the three activities were excellent.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for your comments im so glad you had a fantastic time in the experience and of course I will take notes to better experiences Any time you need us we are here for you

Amazing day for a family!

Tara_T, Jan 2026
A great tour to make the most of a day- ruins, turtles and cenotes, plus a delicious lunch! Our guide Ruben was beyond excellent with assisting our young kids on the tour, answering all our questions and sharing his knowledge of the area, wildlife and was very entertaining. The transportation and guidance through the day was seamless-challenging to do with children! He made the day and some amazing memories for our family!

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Good morning We really appreciate your comments and more that happy that you had a great day I will pass your comments to my team and please any time you need us we are here for you

Very knowledgeable tour...

Adrienne_M, Aug 2025
Very knowledgeable tour guides. Plenty of time to see Tulum and swim with the turtles. Very nice experience in the Cenote.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Hola, thank you so much for your comments and more than happy to see that your experience was great and my team is following the right direction Any time you need us remember we are here at your service

Great excursion

Colleen_E, Aug 2024
I found it hard to keep track of our group guide in the water. Thankfully the guides kept an eye on me! The denote experience was exceptional.

Response from Host, Aug 2024

I'm so glad to hear that you have a great experience, thank you so much for your comments. Any time you need us we are here for you.

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