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Swim with Turtles in Akumal

13 tours · €31–€270 per person · ★ 4.9

Looking to swim with turtles in Akumal, we read every listing for you and kept 13 tours rated 4.5★ or higher. Prices go from €31 per person for guided snorkeling off Tulum's coast to €270 for a private ruins, cenote and turtle trip with transport. Akumal turtle snorkeling trips often pair the bay with a cenote swim, with transport between stops so you can do both in one outing.

Check the option before you book: the cheapest trip takes you snorkeling with sea turtles off Tulum, not in Akumal Bay. Some cenote and beachside lunch trips have separate booking tiers with or without entry and conservation fees. The ruins and beachside lunch combo excludes entry to Tulum's archaeological site, even though the visit is part of the route. The best reviewed turtle snorkeling tours come first below.

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Top rated
5.0 Excellent 239 reviews
5h–7h
#1 of 13

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 130 reviews
5h
#2 of 13

Private Cenote & Snorkeling Tour with Turtles in Akumal

This tour is one of the best activities in the Mayan Riviera, the best way is to make it private with a local expert guide to avoid crowds, it is an a...

Free cancellation
Private tour
5.0 Excellent 79 reviews
3h–5h
#3 of 13

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 50 reviews
1h
#4 of 13

Private Turtle Snorkel Adventure 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
4.9 Excellent 100 reviews
6h 30m
#5 of 13

Tour to Tulum and Cenote Swimming with Turtles from Tulum

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
4.9 Excellent 36 reviews
4h 15m
#6 of 13

Half Day Semiprivate Snorkeling with Turtles and Majestic Cenote

Our tour guide will take you to Akumal Bay where you will swim with the turtles and sea life. The beauty of our exclusive experience is that you will...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 32 reviews
8h
#7 of 13

Tulum Ruins, Cenote Cave, and Turtle Swimming Tour

A 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 transpo...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 403 reviews
10h
#8 of 13

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
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 2300 reviews
8h
#9 of 13

Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote tour

On this tour, you’ll explore the top attractions of the Riviera Maya. Begin with a visit to the ancient ruins of Tulum, followed by snorkeling alongsi...

Free cancellation
4.8 Excellent 517 reviews
6h 30m
#10 of 13

Tulum, Snorkeling with Sea Turtles, Cenote and Beachside Lunch

Experience an extraordinary journey to Tulum, swim with majestic sea turtles and explore an ancient Mayan cenote. Unveil Tulum’s enigmatic history an...

Free cancellation
In high demand
4.8 Excellent 232 reviews
5h
#11 of 13

Cancun: Small-Group Akumal Turtle Snorkel & Cave Cenote Adventure

Intimate Small-Group Experience: Max 16 travelers ensures personalized attention, safety, and a seamless pace. First Stop – Swim with Wild Sea Turtles...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.8 Excellent 1400 reviews
4h 30m
#12 of 13

Hidden Cenote Swim: Snorkeling, Sea Turtles and Beachside Lunch

Delve into the wonder of a Mayan cenote, swim with graceful sea turtles, and relish a delightful beachside lunch. Embark on a journey with a refreshi...

Free cancellation
4.6 Great 350 reviews
2h
#13 of 13

2-Hour Tulum Snorkel: Sea Turtles, Stingrays & Ruins from the Sea

This was the very first tour we created, and it is still our guests' favorite. After years exploring the Riviera Maya, we chose the two places we love...

Free cancellation

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

Guidekin's verdict

Editorial picks checked: October 9, 2026 · Ranked by Route, included fees, party minimums, ratings and reviews.. Prices and ratings on tour cards are live. Commissions never affect the order.

We compared 13 Akumal listings by route, gear and fees; no turtle sighting guarantee is stated on the selected tour pages.

Ruins too?
Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote

Book Small Group Tour for ruins, Akumal, cenote and tacos at €117 per person (4.87 from 2,300 reviews); marine and Tulum National Park fees are extra.

★ 4.87 (2300 reviews) · €117 per person · 8h · Ruins guide and gear included
Fees included?
Cenote & Swimming with Turtles Private Tour

Book Private Tour: Cenote & Swimming with Turtles at €213 per person (5 from 79 reviews); fees and gear included, minimum two guests.

★ 5 (79 reviews) · €213 per person · 3h–5h · Optional lunch costs extra
Just snorkelling?
Private Turtle Snorkel Adventure in Akumal

Book Private Turtle Snorkel Adventure in Akumal at €268 per person (4.96 from 50 reviews); transport and gear included, minimum two guests.

★ 4.96 (50 reviews) · €268 per person · 1h · Moderate fitness required
TourBest forPriceRatingDurationTrade-off
Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote Shared ruins, Akumal & cenote €117 per person 4.87★ (2,300) 8h Marine conservation and Tulum National Park fees are extra
Cenote & Swimming with Turtles Private Tour Private cenote, fees included €213 per person 5★ (79) 3h–5h Minimum two guests; optional lunch costs extra
Private Turtle Snorkel Adventure in Akumal Private Akumal snorkel €268 per person 4.96★ (50) 1h Minimum two guests; photos cost extra
Private Tulum, Cenote & Swimming with Turtles Private ruins, cenote, Akumal €270 per person 5★ (239) 5h–7h Minimum two guests; optional lunch costs extra
Private Cenote & Turtles in Akumal Private cenote with lunch €182 per person 4.99★ (130) 5h Minimum two guests; moderate fitness required
Akumal Turtle Snorkel & Cave Cenote Shared, max sixteen guests €73 per person 4.83★ (232) 5h Marine tax and operation fee are extra
Tulum, Sea Turtles, Cenote & Beachside Lunch Ruins and beach club lunch €135 per person 4.85★ (517) 6h 30m Tulum ticket and photos cost extra
Hidden Cenote Swim, Turtles & Beachside Lunch Cenote and beach club lunch €108 per person 4.82★ (1,400) 4h 30m Mandatory life jackets; Akumal entry and conservation extra

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 Tulum, rated by travelers

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

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 130 reviews
5h

Private Cenote & Snorkeling Tour with Turtles in Akumal

This tour is one of the best activities in the Mayan Riviera, the best way is to make it private with a local expert guide to avoid crowds, it is an a...

Free cancellation
4.9 Excellent 100 reviews
6h 30m

Tour to Tulum and Cenote Swimming with Turtles from Tulum

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
Bestseller
4.9 Excellent 2300 reviews
8h

Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote tour

On this tour, you’ll explore the top attractions of the Riviera Maya. Begin with a visit to the ancient ruins of Tulum, followed by snorkeling alongsi...

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
4.8 Excellent 517 reviews
6h 30m

Tulum, Snorkeling with Sea Turtles, Cenote and Beachside Lunch

Experience an extraordinary journey to Tulum, swim with majestic sea turtles and explore an ancient Mayan cenote. Unveil Tulum’s enigmatic history an...

Free cancellation
In high demand
4.8 Excellent 232 reviews
5h

Cancun: Small-Group Akumal Turtle Snorkel & Cave Cenote Adventure

Intimate Small-Group Experience: Max 16 travelers ensures personalized attention, safety, and a seamless pace. First Stop – Swim with Wild Sea Turtles...

Free cancellation
Bestseller
4.8 Excellent 1400 reviews
4h 30m

Hidden Cenote Swim: Snorkeling, Sea Turtles and Beachside Lunch

Delve into the wonder of a Mayan cenote, swim with graceful sea turtles, and relish a delightful beachside lunch. Embark on a journey with a refreshi...

Free cancellation
4.6 Great 350 reviews
2h

2-Hour Tulum Snorkel: Sea Turtles, Stingrays & Ruins from the Sea

This was the very first tour we created, and it is still our guests' favorite. After years exploring the Riviera Maya, we chose the two places we love...

Free cancellation
4.85
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Frequently Asked Questions

Leave the ruins out when swimming is the priority: take shared Akumal Turtle Snorkel & Cave Cenote. Add archaeology with Private Tulum, Cenote & Swimming with Turtles. For example, Akumal Turtle Snorkel & Cave Cenote is €73 per person, rated 4.83 from 232 reviews; marine tax and operation fees are extra. Private Tulum, Cenote & Swimming with Turtles is €270 per person, rated 5 from 239 reviews; optional lunch costs extra. Turtle sightings are not guaranteed.

Treat the listed private Akumal price as a per-person fare when budgeting for your party; do not divide it among your companions as though it were a group fare. The median is €108 per person for shared tours and €241 for private tours. This is a spread between different products, not a premium for the same tour. For example, Private Cenote & Turtles in Akumal is €182 per person, rated 4.99 from 130 reviews; lunch is included and moderate fitness is required.

Start with Cenote & Swimming with Turtles Private Tour for a half day outing, and use the duration filter to keep the visit compact. The median listed duration is 5 hours. The filter for tours lasting up to three hours covers 3 of the 13 tours with stated durations. For example, Cenote & Swimming with Turtles Private Tour is €213 per person, rated 5 from 79 reviews; fees and gear are included, with optional lunch extra.

Use the family filter for stroller and infant acceptance: it covers 6 of 13 tours. That acceptance does not establish whether a child can join the snorkelling. The filter checks "strollers and infants accepted". It covers 3 of 4 private tours and 3 of 9 shared tours. Fitness is a separate consideration: Private Turtle Snorkel Adventure in Akumal is €268 per person, rated 4.96 from 50 reviews, and requires moderate fitness.

Operator-marked wheelchair access appears on 1 of 13 tours. Filter first, then confirm access to transport and the water with the operator. Among 4 private tours, operator-marked wheelchair access is listed for 1. Private Cenote & Turtles in Akumal is €182 per person, rated 4.99 from 130 reviews; it requires moderate fitness. Its private format does not establish wheelchair access.

Allow a separate fee budget for Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote: its entry inclusion does not cover marine conservation or Tulum National Park fees. For example, Tulum Ruins, Turtles in Akumal and Cenote is €117 per person, rated 4.87 from 2,300 reviews; a ruins guide and gear are included. Cenote & Swimming with Turtles Private Tour is €213 per person, rated 5 from 79 reviews; fees and gear are included, while optional lunch costs extra.

For a shared Akumal outing with hotel pickup, start with Tulum, Sea Turtles, Cenote & Beachside Lunch; keep a separate budget for its Tulum ticket and photos. Hotel pickup is listed for 10 of 13 tours, including 4 of 4 private tours and 6 of 9 shared tours. For example, Tulum, Sea Turtles, Cenote & Beachside Lunch is €135 per person, rated 4.85 from 517 reviews. The pickup flag does not establish collection from every Tulum hotel or a cruise pier.

Figures in these answers come from the 13 tours on this page, as of October 16, 2026.

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