Tulum Ruins, Akumal Turtles & Cenote Adventure

From$129
6 hours
Tulum Beach, Mexico

About this activity

Discover Tulum's ancient ruins, swim with turtles in Akumal Bay, and dive into a refreshing cenote on this exciting day trip.

Highlights

  • Explore ancient Tulum Ruins
  • Swim with turtles in Akumal Bay
  • Dive into a refreshing cenote
  • Learn about Mayan history
  • Enjoy picturesque coastal views

Full description

Dive into the rich history and natural beauty of the Riviera Maya with this exhilarating day trip. Begin by exploring the ancient Tulum Ruins, perched majestically above the Caribbean Sea, offering panoramic views and a glimpse into Mayan civilization. Next, journey to Akumal Bay, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and abundant sea turtles. Here, you'll have the unique opportunity to snorkel alongside these gentle creatures in their natural habitat. Conclude your adventure with a refreshing swim in a cenote, a natural limestone sinkhole filled with fresh, cool water. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, wildlife, and natural beauty, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour of Tulum Ruins
  • Snorkeling with turtles in Akumal
  • Cenote swimming experience
  • Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in English; Spanish-speaking guides may be available upon request.
  • Transportation is provided from select hotels; confirm pickup details in advance.
  • Cenote swimming is subject to weather conditions; alternative activities may be offered.

Know before you go

  • Bring swimwear, towel, and biodegradable sunscreen.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and a hat for sun protection.
  • Carry a waterproof camera to capture underwater moments.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Infant Seats Available

Traveler reviews

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Azul was a great guide !

Azul did great sharing history and also making sure everyone was safe while snorkeling! Highly recommend this experience

Kari_TOct 5, 2026VIATOR

Great Tour!

We actually booked this through World 2 Meet in our hotel lobby. The trip was amazing from beginning to end. Kary V. was our guide and being a girl from Mexico she was full of knowledge and information about every aspect of our excursion. First we went to Tulum for a guided tour given by none other than Kary V. It was really a great tour and she gave us a great history lesson as well as telling us much of the Mayan culture. Kary V even had snacks and cold water waiting for us after our hot Tulum tour! Next we went snorkeling to swim with sea turtles as well as sting rays. We got on a boat and went out into the water. Then after jumping into the water Kary V guided us through the beautiful waters pointing out various sea life as we snorkeled our way back to shore. There was a photographer who was busy taking beautiful photos of us all along the way. Kary V did a great job of giving us clear instructions on how to stay out of trouble during our swim. Little rules that would not be intuitive but are very important to protect the reef and the sea creatures! As advertised we got to see sea turtles and sting ray as well as a host of other aquatic life. Our last stop was a cenote. Again the photographer captured some amazing shots of our party as we swam through the cool waters of the cenote. It was really beautiful and our amazing host Kary V did not disappoint in her instruction and knowledge of our surroundings. We even got to see some sleeping bats in the top of the cenote. Afterwards we were rewarded with an amazing lunch of tacos! There was a nice variety to chose from and everything was really tasty! I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who visits the area. Our driver was also amazing as he stayed with our belongings so we didn't have any fear of losing anything that we took with us on the trip! It was really nice not to have to carry everything with us every step of the journey especially when we were in the hot Mexican sun at our Tulum tour. Also he did a great job of driving us safely there and getting us back to the resort timely!

Resort37234539274Sep 30, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Incredible experience in the Riviera Maya!

The tour through the ruins of Tulum, swimming with turtles in Akumal, and visiting the cenote exceeded my expectations. Seeing the giant turtles up close in Akumal and diving in the crystal-clear waters of the cenote were the highlights of the day! The guide was super attentive and explained the history of Tulum very well, giving us enough time to take great photos.

tomazrmSep 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Snorkeling with turtles, cenote and ruins tour in tulum

Stefanía was our tour guide. She did an amazing job. I told her I couldn’t swim and she was always making sure I was ok during the snorkeling and cenote swim. Loved it.

AliciadiegoSep 28, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Amazing

Thank you so much it was amazing experience

P3309YOangelavSep 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR