--- title: Turtle Encounter Private Tour – Swim with Sea Turtles & Cenote lang: en type: tour city: Playa del Carmen country: Mexico price: 182 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.99 reviews: 79 duration_minutes: 300 duration_max_minutes: 360 languages: [en, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 20 of 60 (Cenote Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-09 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/turtle-encounter-private-tour-swim-with-sea-turtles-cenote/ --- # Turtle Encounter Private Tour – Swim with Sea Turtles & Cenote **Guidekin's take:** Pair turtles in Akumal with your choice of Jaguar, Nicte Ha or Taak bi ha cenote on a private tour for your party. Pickup, snorkel gear, entry fees and lunch are included; swimming ability is required and children under three cannot join. 4.99 from 79 reviews at €182 per person for 5h–6h. In our comparison: #20 of 60 in Cenote Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview 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 a refreshing swim in a cenote of your choice, accompanied by a certified guide. You can choose between three stunning cenotes: Jaguar, Nicte Ha, or Taak bi ha. Additionally, you will enjoy a delightful snack at a local Mexican restaurant located in the heart of the jungle.​ This tour is perfect for families and groups of friends, and it offers easy snorkeling for all skill levels.​ ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Min. 6 to book: not for solo travellers - 4 start times: between 07:30 and 09:00 - Food included: see what is included **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €182 per person for the Private Van 3 option; other options up to €182 - Duration: 5h–6h - Rating: 4.99/5 from 79 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Operator: Absolute Adventure Mexico - Minimum booking: 4 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English, Spanish - Start times: 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-09 ## Reviews 4.99 from 79 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 79 of 79. - 5 stars: 78 (99%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Private Van 3 | €170 / person (for 6+ people) | English, Spanish | Just you, your guide & driver: Pick up from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. We advise 7:30am pick up to avoid crowds. Pickup included | | Private Van 2 | €182 / person (for 4+ people) | English, Spanish | Just you, your guide & driver: Pick up from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. We advise 7:30am pick up to avoid crowds. Pickup included | ## What's included - Lunch at a local Mexican restaurant with one meal a la carte - Water and sodas provided in the cooler of the van - All taxes and commissions - Snorkeling gear of the highest quality with life vests - Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel or Airbnb by private air-conditioned minivan - Certified, experienced and dedicated private guide - Cenote and Turtles cooperative fees, Beach entrance bracelet ## Not included - Drinks at the restaurant ## Itinerary 1. **Akumal Beach** (1h; admission included) - We will pick you up with a private vehicle from your hotel-rental (approx 45 minutes driving). Enjoy swimming alongside majestic turtles with your own private snorkeling guide! No need for a boat as the snorkeling is conveniently done from the shore, and the ocean in this... 2. **Cenote Taak Bi Ha** (1h; admission included) - Swim & Snorkel in Cenote: You have the option to swim and snorkel in any of these cenotes: Cenote Jaguar, which is an open-air cenote with cliff jumping and ziplining; Cenote Nicte Ha, an open-air cenote perfect for relaxation; or Cenote Taak bi Ha, a cave cenote where you... 3. **Parque Dos Ojos** (1h; admission included) - To end your tour, you'll get to enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant located in the jungle near the cenotes. Indulge in mouthwatering tacos, empanadas, and more. Get ready for an unforgettable and truly authentic experience!​ After lunch, we'll take you back to your... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-09 - 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. ## Good to know - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Swimming skill mandatory - Children of less than 3 years old can not participate. ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 4 | €728 | €182 | | 6 | €1020 | €170 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Cenote Tours start at €26 per person. ## Compared with other Cenote Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #20 of 60** | €182 | 5h–6h | 4.99 (79) | private | | [Ride to a life changing cenotes tour](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/ride-to-a-life-changing-cenotes-tour/?format=md) | €42 | 4h | 5.0 (431) | shared | | [Private Tour The Best Cenotes in Tulum Riviera Maya](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/private-tour-the-best-cenotes-in-tulum-riviera-maya/?format=md) | €181 | 6h | 5.0 (406) | private | | [VIP Cenotes Private Tour](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/vip-cenotes-private-tour/?format=md) | €204 | 6h | 5.0 (310) | private | Ranked #20 of 60 in Cenote Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €26 to €282, median €142; typical length 5h. 29 of 60 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. 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