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Akumal; Snorkeling and Photos with Turtles

4.9 · 216 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Playa del Carmen Operated by We Love Akumal - Experiencias Locales Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
1h 10m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
08:30, 09:00, 11:00, 11:30, 13:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Snorkel in Akumal's protected turtle habitat and learn about the animals' behavior, with a photo album included.

Protected-area access, snorkeling equipment, bathrooms and showers are covered; the required private beach bracelet costs extra, as do lockers. 4.86 from 216 reviews at €29 per person for 1h 10m.

In our comparison: #25 of 39 in Swim with Turtles in Akumal, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €29 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Access : To the protected natural area of turtles.
  • GoPro : Photo album.
  • Snorkeling equipment: Viewfinder, vest, snorkel tube.
  • Services: Bathrooms, showers and changing tables.
  • Parking
  • Private beach access: Additional bracelet of $140 pesos or $9 USD per person. Need to pay.
  • Digital lockers: Additional rent of $100 MXN, payment by card only.

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 9 October 2026.

Reviews

4.9
216 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 210 of 216

Star breakdown of all 216 ratings

5 stars
197 · 91%
4 stars
13 · 6%
3 stars
3 · 1%
2 stars
1 · 0%
1 star
2 · 1%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
"The 7 eleven store."
Departure
08:30, 09:00, 11:00, 11:30, 13:30 daily; scheduled through February 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
We Love Akumal - Experiencias Locales; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Discover the world of green sea turtles in their protected natural habitat. We will go on an exciting snorkeling to watch these amazing animals. You will learn about their behavior, diet, age, size and unique characteristics. In addition, you will have the opportunity to see other marine species such as rays, fish, squid, barracudas and coral reef.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Swim with Turtles in Akumal

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #25 of 39€291h 10m4.86 (216)shared
Bestseller! Tulum Private Tour with Turtles and Cenote Snorkeling€2496h5.0 (289)private
Private Tour to Tulum, Cenote and Swimming with Turtles€2705h5.0 (239)private
Private Snorkeling with Sea Turtles in Akumal Beach€561h4.97 (374)private

Ranked #25 of 39 in Swim with Turtles in Akumal by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €29 to €341, median €116; typical length 5h. 22 of 39 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 39 Swim with Turtles in Akumal

From €29 per adult