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Tulum & Turtles: Riviera Maya's Hidden Gems
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15 Ratings
Tulum
Explore Tulum’s ancient Mayan ruins and swim with turtles in Akumal. Experience history and nature on a private Riviera Maya tour.
Explore Tulum’s ancient Mayan ruins and swim with turtles in Akumal. Experience history and nature on a private Riviera Maya tour.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Tulum Archaeological Site - Discover the only Mayan city constructed facing the Caribbean Sea. Stroll among ancient landmarks such as El Castillo, the Temple of the Frescoes, and the Temple of the Descending God, all while taking in breathtaking views of the turquoise waters. Our knowledgeable guides will share the captivating history and…
- Tulum Archaeological Site - Discover the only Mayan city constructed facing the Caribbean Sea. Stroll among ancient landmarks such as El Castillo, the Temple of the Frescoes, and the Temple of the Descending God, all while taking in breathtaking views of the turquoise waters. Our knowledgeable guides will share the captivating history and importance of this ancient port fortress, allowing you to fully appreciate the legacy of the Mayan civilization.
- Akumal Bay - Dive into the pristine waters of Akumal, a natural haven renowned for its population of magnificent sea turtles. With a snorkel in hand, enjoy the rare chance to swim alongside these enchanting creatures in their natural environment, observing their serene behavior and the vibrant marine life of the reef. This unforgettable, eco-friendly adventure will connect you with the remarkable biodiversity of the Riviera Maya.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Entrance fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Entrance fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Breakfast
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Breakfast
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
Additional Information
Explore the cultural and natural treasures of the Riviera Maya with an exclusive private tour to Tulum, including a swim with turtles experience. Start your journey at the breathtaking archaeological site of Tulum, where knowledgeable guides will unveil the intriguing history of the ancient Mayan civilization as you take in the stunning views of the…
Explore the cultural and natural treasures of the Riviera Maya with an exclusive private tour to Tulum, including a swim with turtles experience. Start your journey at the breathtaking archaeological site of Tulum, where knowledgeable guides will unveil the intriguing history of the ancient Mayan civilization as you take in the stunning views of the Caribbean. Then, plunge into the crystal-clear waters to swim with sea turtles in their natural environment, a magical experience that honors wildlife. This tour blends historical beauty with natural wonder, offering an unforgettable memory.
- Visit Tulum, the only Mayan city overlooking the Caribbean Sea
- Knowledgeable guides share the history and secrets of Tulum
- Chance to swim with sea turtles in their natural environment
- Private tour for a more personalized and enriching experience
Location
Tulum Archaeological Site
Carretera Federal, Cancun - Chetumal Km 230, 307
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(15 Ratings)
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Canoncityzipline
Apr 28, 2026
Best Travel Guide Ever! - Our tour guide Miguel absolutely made the experience for us. He went above and beyond to show us local history and was extremely knowledgeable in it all. If I could score higher than a 5 I would give him a 10/10 Definitely went the extra mile!!
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Lindberg6868
Apr 8, 2026
Perfect day trip to Tulum and Akumal - We had a super nice day, private tour with a driver and a guide. Comfortable car, good guidance with good English, lovely experience swimming with turtles, saw many! Delicious authentic Mexican food. Good timing.
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Anna_l
Apr 8, 2026
Very nice tour to Tulum and Akumal - Very nice tour with accommodating guides. Comfortable car to ride in, good in English when guiding. Good authentic Mexican lunch. Everything went well and smoothly. Good time management, No long waits or stress. Highly recommended
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W8002ymclaral
Apr 8, 2026
Awesome private tour! - Great experience, knowledgeable guides Arjel & Enrique. Timely and kind, made everything easy and enjoyable. Great tacos for lunch! Would definitely recommend!
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Yannikm29
Oct 2, 2025
Unique tour – Tulum, cenotes and snorkeling with turtles - There were six of us (3 couples) on this tour and it was perfectly organized from start to finish.
In Tulum we had enough time to visit the impressive ruins in peace. Our guide explained everything very understandably, spoke very good English and also took great photos of us.
After that we went to different cenotes. Two of them were in dark caves – thanks to the good equipment with lamps, this was an exciting experience. Particularly impressive was the third, an open cenote, which is excellent for photos.
The highlight was snorkeling with the turtles. We saw several large water turtles, many colorful fish and even a ray. The local guide in the water guided us very professionally and safely.
Finally, we had a typical Mexican meal in a small port area where you could even watch dolphins.
All in all an absolutely recommendable tour with great experiences and a very good organization!
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R4853adbrents
Sep 21, 2025
Swimming with turtles!! - We met mike a few days earlier on another excursion, he was so friendly and had such a fun positive attitude about adventure. We got his contact and later set up a tour to Akumal to swim with turtles. He got us there early before the clouds so we had the place basically to our selves. It was incredible. Lots of turtles, 3 sting rays, and hundreds of other fish. My wife and I have nothing bad to say about Mike. He is an incredible guide. 5 star!
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Cassandrak945
Sep 21, 2025
Swimming with turtles - We went to Akumal to see turtles with our tour guide, Mike. WHAT AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE!! We are so pleased and got to see many turtles, stingrays, and tropical fish!! I would recommend over and over. 10/10 experience.
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Thibaultd832
Sep 4, 2025
Perfect 😊 - Very good guide kind and available.
It’s really great to visit in a small group.
The experiment is successful.
The restaurant was very good and well placed.
We've seen dolphins.
Turtles are beautiful and visible within a few centimeters.
Be careful, the lunch break is quite late. A snack and water must therefore be provided.
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Juan_b
Aug 23, 2025
Great. - Very nice and great guide. Very polite and responsible we have enjoyed very much and would repeat without hesitation
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Juanbailon
Aug 23, 2025
Phenomenal and instructive - Miguel has been very kind and loving to the child. We enjoyed it and it was easy. Your recommendations are great. It's been a 10
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