--- title: Day Tour: Tulum Cenote and Swimming with Turtles From Cancun lang: en type: tour city: Cancún country: Mexico price: 79 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 400 duration_minutes: 600 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 9 of 46 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-09-19 data_updated: 2026-09-20 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/cancun/tours/day-tour-tulum-cenote-and-swimming-with-turtles-from-cancun/ --- # Day Tour: Tulum Cenote and Swimming with Turtles From Cancun **Guidekin's take:** A full day from Cancún with the walled city of Tulum, a swim in a cenote and lunch of local dishes, led by a certified guide with vests and lockers included. Admissions and taxes are paid on the day, and drinks are not included. 4.87 from 400 reviews at €79 per person for 10h. ## Overview Embark on an unforgettable experience! We invite you on an exciting tour that will allow you to explore the historical and natural wonders of the region. Walk through the old walled city of Tulum surrounded by the Caribbean Sea and go to our Mariposa cenote with turquoise blue waters ideal for taking pictures. After enjoying the serene beauty of the cenote, a delicious feast awaits you at Canamayte. Let yourself be carried away by the authentic flavors of local cuisine with our buffet, where you can delight your palate with a variety of exquisite dishes. It is the perfect time to recharge your batteries and enjoy a relaxed moment surrounded by nature. But the adventure is not over yet. The highlight of this tour awaits you in the beautiful bay of Akumal, where you will have the opportunity to swim with the majestic sea turtles. Dive into the warm waters of the Caribbean and get an up-close look at these impressive creatures in their habitat ## Key facts - Price: from €79 per person - Duration: 10h - Rating: 4.87/5 from 400 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Ekinox Tours ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Full Day Tour from Cancun | €79 / person | English, Spanish | Pickup included | | Tour from Riviera Maya | €79 / person | English, Spanish | Starting points: Plaza las Perlas, Av. Constituyentes LB, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico Starbucks Tulum DT, Carr. Cancún - Tulum S/N, 77780 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico Pickup included | | Tour + PLUS from Riviera | €97 / person | English, Spanish | Package PLUS: Includes: Boxlunch Baguette or Croissant, Energy Bar, Pack of 5 Drinks and 1 Organic Sunscreen Starting points: Plaza las Perlas, Av. Constituyentes LB, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R.,... | | Tour + PLUS from Cancun | €97 / person | English, Spanish | PLUS Package: Includes: Boxlunch Baguette or Croissant, Energy Bar, Pack of 5 drinks and 1 Organic Repellent or Sunblock Pickup included | | Private Tour | €301 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish | Pickup included | ## What's included - Bilingual certified guide - Vests and Lockers - Does not include drinks - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Not included - Admissions, fees and taxes. Adults 40 USd and children 25 USD (Mexicans with INE preferential rate) ## Itinerary 1. **Tulum** (4h 40m) - Visit one of the most important archaeological zones of the Mayan culture; Tulum where you can admire the unparalleled view of the buildings on the edge of the beautiful Caribbean Sea and its white sand beaches. Of this time we will take 210 minutes to reach the point of interest 2. **Canamayte Cenote & Ecopark** (1h 25m; admission included) - You can swim and relax in the crystal clear waters from the semi-open cenote "Mariposa". Of this time we will take 25 minutes to reach the point of interest 3. **Akumal** (1h 25m) - Arriving in Akumal, pack your belongings in the lockers (included) and we will head to a beautiful and calm cove, where we will swim with turtles in their natural habitat. Surrounded by multicolored fish and impressive reefs. Of this time we will take 25 minutes to reach the... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-19 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The meeting point is outside the Starbucks in Tulum, just 100 meters from Domino's Pizza. Located in Tulum, there you will find our guide, identified in blue uniform with the logo and name "Ekinox Tours" in silver letters, waiting for you at the entrance of the square to start the tour. ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## How it compares in Day Trips Ranked **#9 of 46** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. 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