English-speaking tours in Mexico
Tulum Ruins, Cenote and Akumal Turtle Tour
Local experiences in the Riviera Maya
Discover Tulum and Akumal: A Perfect Blend of History and Nature
Photo taken at Akumal Beach by Vivasuntours.
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Departure: Confirm pickup for your accommodation before booking.
Price per adult: 135 USD
Price for children under 11 years old: 125 USD
Price for toddlers under 4 years old: FREE
Combine a visit to Tulum’s coastal Maya ruins with cenote swimming and snorkeling at Akumal. Ask about a shared departure for your date, including the guide language, pickup and participation requirements.
What's included in your day:
✔️ Air-conditioned transportation from your accommodation
✔️ Entrance to the Tulum archaeological site
✔️ Guide language confirmed before booking
✔️ Cenote entrance fee
✔️ Lunch and drinks at a local restaurant
✔️ Akumal access for the planned snorkeling visit
✔️ Maritime tax
✔️ Mask and snorkel for turtle watching
✔️Water and soft drinks throughout the day
Please note: Bring a reusable water bottle, as plastic is not allowed at the archaeological site.
(Tips for your guides are appreciated but entirely optional)
Your excursion itinerary
Walk through Tulum’s Maya ruins
Explore the archaeological site above the Caribbean coast. Expect walking outdoors and follow the site’s current access rules. Comfortable shoes and sun protection help make the visit more enjoyable.
Stop at a cenote
The itinerary includes a cenote visit and entrance fee. Bring swimwear and a towel if you want to enter the water, and tell us about swimming confidence, steps or other access needs before reserving.
Snorkel at Akumal
The published itinerary lists snorkeling equipment and an Akumal visit to look for turtles. These are wild animals and sightings cannot be guaranteed. Follow your guide’s instructions, keep your distance and avoid touching wildlife.
Plan the day’s details
Lunch is listed with the excursion. Confirm pickup, guide language and the expected return time for your accommodation, or compare the private Tulum and Akumal itinerary for your own party.
Photo taken at Cenote Tulum by Vivasuntours.
© 2023 Vivasuntours. All rights reserved
Are turtle sightings guaranteed?
No. Akumal’s turtles are wild animals, and sightings vary. Follow your guide’s directions and give marine life space.
Can I join if I am not a confident swimmer?
Tell us about your swimming confidence before booking. The team will confirm the requirements for Akumal and the cenote and whether the day works for your needs.
Can children take part?
Send their ages and swimming experience before reserving. Requirements can differ between the archaeological visit, cenote and snorkeling activities.
What should I bring?
Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, swimwear, a towel, a change of clothes and a reusable water bottle. Follow each location’s current rules for sun protection and belongings.
How do I confirm pickup and guide language?
Send your travel date, accommodation address, number of travelers and preferred guide language. We confirm the available departure arrangements before you reserve.
What should I confirm before paying?
Confirm the date, total price and currency, pickup, inclusions, activity requirements and cancellation terms. Read the booking terms and ask the team about anything specific to your group.
Add a photographer to your excursion
Enjoy the day and come home with photographs of everyone together. The 5,900 MXN photography package includes coverage of the key moments in your planned itinerary and 50 edited high-resolution photographs.
Receive 3–5 highlights within 24 hours and your private online gallery within 5 business days. Additional photo options are available.
See the full photography package and options, or Ask about photography on WhatsApp. Photographer availability must be confirmed for your excursion date.
For a prompt and effective response to your inquiries, we encourage you to contact us via WhatsApp.
To secure your reservation,
we require a deposit based on the number of participants and the excursions you wish to take with us. The remaining balance should be paid in cash to the guide on the morning of your first excursion.