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

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Cancun, Mexico
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On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.

5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 4 more
French, German, Italian, Spanish
Instant confirmation

Overview

Intimate Small-Group Experience: Max 16 travelers ensures personalized attention, safety, and a seamless pace.
First Stop – Swim with Wild Sea Turtles: Snorkel guided through Akumal Bay’s protected marine reserve to observe turtles, rays, and tropical fish.
Second Stop – Explore 3 Unique Cenotes: Discover Yax-Muul Park’s subterranean cavern, open-air cenote, and sacred limestone formations.
Beat the Crowds: Optimized morning schedule gets you to Akumal Bay when marine life is active and water conditions are calm.
Hassle-Free Hotel Transfers: Roundtrip door-to-door transport from Cancun accommodations included.
All-Inclusive Comfort: Professional snorkel gear, life vests, cold bottled water, and fresh snacks provided.

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Gov marine tax 20 usd per person
  • OPERATION FEE 15 usd per person
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Departure and return times are approximate and depend on the location. Following booking you will be contacted by our team to plan the departure location together (based on your accommodation). Please note that pick up from Cancun is available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday only.

What To Expect

Dive headfirst into the natural wonders of the Riviera Maya on an intimate, small-group eco-adventure from Cancun ready for a personalized, unhurried experience, this tour handles all navigation and logistics so you can focus on enjoying Mexico's incredible wildlife and scenery.
Your journey begins at world-famous Akumal Bay, where you'll swim alongside wild sea turtles, stingrays, and vibrant marine life in their protected ocean sanctuary. Afterward, travel to the secluded Yax-Muul Cenote Park nestled deep in the Mayan jungle. Here, you'll explore three distinct cenote ecosystems—featuring underground caverns filled with ancient stalactites, freshwater sinkholes, and open-air natural pools.
Enjoy roundtrip hotel pickup in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle, professional snorkeling gear, fresh snacks, cold bottled water, and the expertise of certified multilingual local guides dedicated to safety and eco-conservation.

WHAT INCLUDES?
• Multiple languages • Certified Guide • Transport with AC • Snorkel activity • Swimming with marine turtles • Explore / Swim in the cenote • Snack refreshments
DOES NOT INCLUDE
• Photos • Souvenirs • Marine Tax

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cancun: Small-Group Akumal Turtle Snorkel & Cave Cenote Adventure?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-198726P5

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Average 4.84 out of 5 stars based on 188 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gov marine tax 20 usd per person
  • OPERATION FEE 15 usd per person

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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