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Private Marine Biologist–Led Turtle Snorkel Ethical & Educational

5.0 · 72 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Playa del Carmen Operated by We Love the Sea - Angela Francess Warrior Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h 45m
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Snorkel with turtles alongside a marine biologist on a private tour for your party, followed by an educational session.

Gear, fruit, refreshments and fees are included; you must be comfortable in the water and neither chase nor touch wildlife. 4.99 from 72 reviews at €145 per person for 2h 45m.

Best for: Choose a private marine biologist snorkel with an educational session; no touching or chasing wildlife: 4.99 from 72 reviews at €145 per person. Swim with Turtles in Akumal comparison

Trade-off: Must be comfortable in the water.

In our comparison: #11 of 39 in Swim with Turtles in Akumal, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: October 9, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €145 per adult.

Included and not included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Healthy snacks will be provided after the snorkel. Guests are allowed to bring any extra food or drinks along and there are a number of restaurants around Akumal they can visit after the experience.

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

5.0
72 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 72 of 72

Star breakdown of all 72 ratings

5 stars
71 · 99%
4 stars
1 · 1%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Angela will contact clients once they book to send them the meeting point. The meeting point is at the main entrance to Akumal Marine Park.
Departure
08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 11:30, 12:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:30 on Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun; scheduled year-round (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 the Sea - Angela Francess Warrior; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

What’s Included:
Marine biologist guide
Snorkeling equipment
Fresh local fruits and refreshments
Post-snorkel educational session
Optional children’s ocean activity (for families)
Important Information:
This experience is designed for guests who:
Respect wildlife and follow ethical guidelines
Are comfortable in the water
Value education and conservation over mass tourism
We do not chase or touch wildlife. All interactions are passive and respectful.

Best value when booking direct

Walking, children and accessibility

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

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Strollers OK
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Good to know

  • Food not included Healthy snacks will be provided after the…
  • Age rule Specialized infant seats are available

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 · #11 of 39€1452h 45m4.99 (72)private
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 #11 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 €145 per adult