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Swim with Turtles in Akumal

39 tours · €29–€341 per person · ★ 4.9

We picked 39 tours to swim with turtles in Akumal by hand: we read every listing and kept only tours rated 4.5★ or higher. The spread runs from €29 per person for a snorkel with photos to €341 per group for a private trip combining Tulum ruins and a cenote swim. Guided cavern trips combine snorkeling with sea turtles in the Riviera Maya and a cenote swim, with transport and snorkeling gear included so you can visit both on the same outing.

Check the option before you book: some beach snorkels exclude hotel transport, so you need to arrange your own journey to Akumal; entrance and conservation fees can depend on the ticket tier; some Tulum combos leave the ruins admission out of the price. The best reviewed Akumal turtle snorkeling tours come first below.

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In high demand
5.0 Excellent 289 reviews
6h–7h
#1 of 39

Bestseller! Tulum Private Tour with Turtles and Cenote Snorkeling

Explore the wonders of Tulum Mayan ruins with your own personal certified guide in the early morning to avoid large crowds. Experience the breathtaki...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 239 reviews
5h–7h
#2 of 39

Private Tour to Tulum, Cenote and Swimming with Turtles

Explore the Mayan ruins of Tulum, snorkel with majestic Turtles in Akumal and discover the underground cenote. Do all of 3 activities on this half-day...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 374 reviews
1h
#3 of 39

Private Snorkeling with Sea Turtles in Akumal Beach

PRIVATE TOUR: We do NOT mix groups. When you book a place, it will be solely for your family. THE GUIDE IS A PROFESSIONAL CERTIFIED IN DIVING (DIVEMAS...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 489 reviews
5h
#4 of 39

Private Turtles & Cenotes Adventure

Dive into crystal-clear waters with your private guide and discover the vibrant marine life of Akumal Bay—turtle sightings are guaranteed! This half...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 303 reviews
1h
#5 of 39

Swim with Turtles in Akumal + GoPro Photo Session

This is a unique experience that takes you swimming alongside sea turtles in the stunning Akumal Bay. Guided by certified professionals, you'll dive i...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 838 reviews
7h
#6 of 39

Private Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote Adventure

Experience the very best of the Riviera Maya on this unforgettable adventure! Explore the Tulum ruins overlooking the Caribbean Sea, snorkel alongside...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 79 reviews
3h–5h
#7 of 39

Cenote and Swimming with Turtles Private Tour in Akumal

Dive into crystal-clear cenotes on this private tour and swim with Turtles in their natural habitat, making unforgettable memories! Enjoy personalized...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 83 reviews
1h
#8 of 39

Snorkel with Turtles in Akumal | Private Tour + Photos Included

In Green Life we share much more than a snorkeling tour: we share a part of our home. We are a local and family cooperative formed by people who have ...

In high demand
5.0 Excellent 79 reviews
5h–6h
#9 of 39

Turtle Encounter Private Tour – Swim with Sea Turtles & Cenote

Experience a one-of-a-kind and exclusive private snorkeling tour that offers the opportunity to swim with turtles in Akumal. Afterward, you can enjoy...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 68 reviews
4h
#10 of 39

VIP Tulum & Turtles Private Tour

Looking for a quick yet meaningful experience in the Riviera Maya? This 4-hour private tour blends Mayan history, marine life, and local culture — all...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 72 reviews
2h 45m
#11 of 39

Private Marine Biologist–Led Turtle Snorkel Ethical & Educational

What’s Included: Marine biologist guide Snorkeling equipment Fresh local fruits and refreshments Post-snorkel educational session Optional children’s...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 70 reviews
5h
#12 of 39

VIP Cenotes & Turtles Private Tour

VIP Private Tour. Just for you. Customize the schedule if you want. Everything is done at your pace. ADMIRE the turtles in their natural habitat. JUM...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 44 reviews
9h–10h
#13 of 39

Private Tour to Tulum Ruins, Swim with turtles and Cenote Cave

A private guided tour of the Tulum Mayan ruins, swimming with sea turtles in Akumal and a jungle oasis cenote swim in the Riviera Maya plus round-trip...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 60 reviews
3h
#14 of 39

Private swiming with Turtles in Akumal

This experience is perfect for families, small groups, or couples seeking a romantic getaway. Relax knowing everything is taken care of—from pick-up t...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 37 reviews
6h–7h
#15 of 39

Private Akumal & Cenotes tour

Swimming with turtles is a must-do experience, in this activity you will be able to snorkel with this amazing sea creatures in their natural habitat, ...

Free cancellation

Tours and prices on this page last updated October 16, 2026

Guidekin's verdict

Editorial picks checked: October 9, 2026 · Ranked by Akumal activity fit, inclusions, transport, extra fees, ratings and reviews. Prices and ratings on tour cards are live. Commissions never affect the order.

We compared the 39 listings on this page for Akumal turtle snorkelling, checking what is included, extra fees and operator rules.

GoPro photo session
Akumal Turtle Snorkel + GoPro Photo Session

Book the private GoPro snorkel with guide, gear and park entry; transport is excluded: 4.95 from 303 reviews at €45 per person.

★ 4.95 (303 reviews) · €45 per person · 1h · 1h; free cancellation
Cenote and pickup
Half Day Sea Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling

Book shared Half Day Turtles & Cenotes with a guide, gear and transport; marine conservation fee extra: 4.85 from 2,674 reviews at €90 per person.

★ 4.85 (2674 reviews) · €90 per person · 5h · Life vests and empanadas
Marine biologist
Private Marine Biologist Turtle Snorkel

Choose a private marine biologist snorkel with an educational session; no touching or chasing wildlife: 4.99 from 72 reviews at €145 per person.

★ 4.99 (72 reviews) · €145 per person · 2h 45m · Comfort in water required
TourBest forPriceRatingDurationTrade-off
Akumal Turtle Snorkel + GoPro Photo Session Private GoPro photo session €45 per person 4.95★ (303) 1h Transport excluded
Half Day Sea Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling Shared cenote trip with pickup €90 per person 4.85★ (2,674) 5h Marine conservation fee extra
Private Marine Biologist Turtle Snorkel Marine biology education €145 per person 4.99★ (72) 2h 45m Must be comfortable in the water
Cenote and Turtles Private Tour in Akumal Private cenote and pickup €213 per person 5★ (79) 3h–5h Minimum two guests; optional lunch costs extra
Akumal Snorkeling and Photos with Turtles Shared snorkel with photos €29 per person 4.86★ (216) 1h 10m Required beach bracelet and lockers cost extra
Akumal Private Turtle Snorkel + Photos Private photos and videos €38 per person 4.99★ (83) 1h No free cancellation; minimum two guests
Full Day Tulum Ruins, Cenote and Sea Turtles Shared Tulum and cenote day €109 per person 4.83★ (1,365) 9h Tulum reserve and turtle protection fees extra
Half Day Akumal Beach Turtle Snorkel Pickup and beach free time €75 per person 4.52★ (96) 4h Turtle fee extra; no sunscreen during the swim

Our editorial picks require a rating of 4.5★ or higher and at least 50 traveler reviews. Read our methodology.

Best Swim with Turtles in Akumal tours in Playa del Carmen, rated by travelers

The highest-rated experiences here, chosen by thousands of real reviews.

In high demand
5.0 Excellent 289 reviews
6h–7h

Bestseller! Tulum Private Tour with Turtles and Cenote Snorkeling

Explore the wonders of Tulum Mayan ruins with your own personal certified guide in the early morning to avoid large crowds. Experience the breathtaki...

Free cancellation
Top rated
5.0 Excellent 239 reviews
5h–7h

Private Tour to Tulum, Cenote and Swimming with Turtles

Explore the Mayan ruins of Tulum, snorkel with majestic Turtles in Akumal and discover the underground cenote. Do all of 3 activities on this half-day...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 374 reviews
1h

Private Snorkeling with Sea Turtles in Akumal Beach

PRIVATE TOUR: We do NOT mix groups. When you book a place, it will be solely for your family. THE GUIDE IS A PROFESSIONAL CERTIFIED IN DIVING (DIVEMAS...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 303 reviews
1h

Swim with Turtles in Akumal + GoPro Photo Session

This is a unique experience that takes you swimming alongside sea turtles in the stunning Akumal Bay. Guided by certified professionals, you'll dive i...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 489 reviews
5h

Private Turtles & Cenotes Adventure

Dive into crystal-clear waters with your private guide and discover the vibrant marine life of Akumal Bay—turtle sightings are guaranteed! This half...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 838 reviews
7h

Private Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote Adventure

Experience the very best of the Riviera Maya on this unforgettable adventure! Explore the Tulum ruins overlooking the Caribbean Sea, snorkel alongside...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 115 reviews
10h–11h

Small Group to Tulum Ruins Cenote Cave and Sea Turtles Snorkeling

Experience three top attractions near Tulum in one day with this combo tour. Explore the Tulum Ruins, with a guide to provide insights and answer ques...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 255 reviews
11h 50m

Tulum, Cenote and Swimming with Turtles in Akumal from Riviera Maya

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 reg...

Free cancellation
Private tour
4.9 Excellent 113 reviews
6h

Private Tulum Ruins & Akumal Turtle Adventure

Enjoy a private tour designed for all families, couples, or small groups. Travel in comfort with your personal guide, snorkel alongside sea turtles (s...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 403 reviews
10h

Day Tour: Tulum Cenote and Swimming with Turtles From Cancun

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 reg...

Free cancellation
4.85
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Frequently Asked Questions

Choose Private Snorkeling at Akumal Beach for a visit focused on the bay; choose Turtle Encounter to add a cenote swim. Neither format guarantees a turtle sighting. For example, Private Snorkeling at Akumal Beach costs €56 per person, rated 4.97 from 374 reviews. Turtle Encounter, a private turtle and cenote trip, costs €182 per person, rated 4.99 from 79 reviews.

For a couple wanting privacy at the bay, start with Private Snorkeling at Akumal Beach at €56 per person; build your budget per guest. The per-person medians are €213 for private tours and €96 for shared tours: a spread between different products, not a premium. For example, Private Snorkeling at Akumal Beach is €56 per person, rated 4.97 from 374 reviews. Private tours priced per group: 1, median €633 per group. Divide the vehicle price by your party size.

Choose Small Group Tulum Ruins, Cenote Cave and Sea Turtles when you want ruins and swimming in one outing, and give it a day of its own. Akumal turtle tours on this page have a median duration of 5 hours. Among the 11 tours on this page also listed under Tulum ruins, the median is 6.5 hours. For example, Small Group Tulum Ruins, Cenote Cave and Sea Turtles costs €98 per person, rated 4.9 from 115 reviews.

For families wanting turtles and a cenote, start with Turtle Encounter; for limited mobility, start with private tours carrying an operator accessibility flag. Operator-marked accessible: 8 of 39 tours; in the private selection: 8 of 22. Filter first, then confirm with the operator how water access works. The kids filter checks strollers and infants accepted: 21 of 39; it does not assess swimming ability. For a private family outing with a cenote, Turtle Encounter costs €182 per person, rated 4.99 from 79 reviews.

Budget for the marine conservation fee on Half Day Sea Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling; its included guide, gear and transport do not cover that charge. For example, Half Day Sea Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling costs €90 per person, rated 4.85 from 2,674 reviews; life vests and empanadas are included. Akumal Turtle Snorkel + GoPro Photo Session includes guide, gear and park entry, with transport excluded: €45 per person, rated 4.95 from 303 reviews.

Choose Cenote and Turtles Private Tour in Akumal for hotel pickup and a cenote swim as well as turtle snorkelling; plan it with a companion and treat lunch as an optional extra. 29 of 39 tours list hotel pickup. Within the private selection it is 15 of 22; within the shared selection, 14 of 17. For example, Cenote and Turtles Private Tour in Akumal costs €213 per person, rated 5 from 79 reviews.

Figures in these answers come from the 39 tours on this page, as of October 16, 2026.

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