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Awesome day
Martin and the team were awesome. Took plenty of time with us a customized the experience. I would highly recommend. Great pictures and an awesome experience
Akumal; Snorkeling with The Sea Turtles
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 10min
- Price from
- $29 / person
- Location
- Playa del Carmen, Mexico
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 9 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- We Love Akumal - Experiencias Locales
- Meeting point
- 7 Eleven store. Go to the door of the store, a partner in blue and yellow vest will be waiting for you.
Description
Explore the natural habitat of green sea turtles in a protected environment. This snorkeling tour offers you a local and exciting experience to observe these incredible animals in their natural environment. Learn about behavior, feeding and unique characteristics, and hopefully enjoy the sighting of other marine species such as rays, fish, squid and barracudas on the coral reef.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, and 1:30 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 18–59)
- $29
- Senior (ages 60–80)
- $29
- Youth (ages 12–17)
- $29
- Child (ages 6–11)
- $29
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Access : To the protected natural area of turtles.
Services: Bathrooms, showers and dressing rooms.
Snorkeling equipment: Viewfinder, vest, snorkel tube.
Not included
Parking lot.
Private beach access, additional cost of $140 pesos or $9 USD per person. Need to pay.
Digital lockers: Additional rent of $100 MXN, payment by card only.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
9 reviews
How it compares in Playa del Carmen
- Starting price $29 is 70% below the typical $95 for tours of similar length in Playa del Carmen
Excurgo comparison of 1,364 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Akumal; Snorkeling with The Sea Turtles take?
Akumal; Snorkeling with The Sea Turtles lasts about 1h 10min.
How much does Akumal; Snorkeling with The Sea Turtles cost?
Prices start at $29 per person for this Playa del Carmen experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Akumal; Snorkeling with The Sea Turtles run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, and 1:30 PM.
How much does Akumal; Snorkeling with The Sea Turtles cost for children?
Children aged 6–11 pay from $29, adults from $29.
Can I cancel Akumal; Snorkeling with The Sea Turtles for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 7 Eleven store. Go to the door of the store, a partner in blue and yellow vest will be waiting for you. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Akumal; Snorkeling with The Sea Turtles worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 9 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by We Love Akumal - Experiencias Locales.
Reviews(9)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
J
We had a great time! Our...
We had a great time! Our guide kept us moving and knew where to look to make sure we saw plenty of turtles, rays and fish and to make sure we were responsible while interacting with the sea life!
E
WE LOVE AKUMAL EXCURSIONS is top notch!!
WE LOVE AKUMAL EXCURSIONS is top notch. Martin was a phenomenal guide! Patient with my kids, took the time to explain everything we saw👍. We saw at least 8 Turtles, 2 stingrays, lots of tropical fish, an eel, and a huge lobster. And it was just our family on the tour. Highly recommend!
N
Incredible Experience, but Very Crowded Swimming
Swimming with the turtles was something we had never experienced before, and it was truly amazing to be that close to them. They swim right past you, and it feels like such a unique, once-in-a-lifetime moment. We also saw stingrays and a variety of fish. That said, the area was very crowded. There were a lot of people in the water at the same time, and the tour felt quite rushed. Because of the volume of visitors, it did make us question whether it’s the healthiest environment for the turtles. Even with that, we still enjoyed the experience—it’s hard not to when you’re that close to such incredible animals. And we do appreciate that tourism here likely helps support conservation efforts and preservation of the area. Overall, it’s an unforgettable experience, but just be prepared for the crowds and a quicker-paced tour than you might expect.
Operator response
Hi Angela! It's a pleasure to reach out to you. We're checking if your turtle swimming experience was with our company, and unfortunately, we don't find any information that confirms you made a reservation with us. We're sorry to hear your tour was crowded and short on time, but we believe this might be a mix-up. We do turtle swimming tours, but with small and private groups, not with large crowds, and we always keep away from big tourist groups. Plus, our tour has a water time of about 1 hour 15-20 minutes, which is the maximum allowed by the federal government for protected areas. We imagine you were given a shorter tour, and that's why you felt that way, which we regret. We'd greatly appreciate it if you could check the correct website or TripAdvisor profile of the company that offered you the tour. And please help us by removing this review, which probably doesn't belong to us. Thanks and regards!
N
Akumal turtle snorkeling
Surprisingly good experience, did not have great expectations due to many tourists, but Martin was a super guide, and we saw many sea turtles, we also got late GoPro photos of the trip, so definitely worth the money.
M
Excellent experience. The...
Excellent experience. The beach can be quite busy and long wait for the restaurant. We saw turtles, a ray and tropical fish
C
This was an amazing tour....
This was an amazing tour. Our guide was great. We saw 5 turtles and 4 stingrays. Everyone in our group had a great time.
N
The best tour in Mexico
Martin is an excellent guide. We got to see the turtles and visit the coral reef. Our hotel tried to sell us a very expensive tour, but it really isn’t necessary. This tour was perfectly priced for what it offered. Thank you, Martin!
S
Interesting and exciting
Very interesting tour. You should start as early as possible. It's best before 9:00. You can observe the turtles in their natural habitat, but you can't touch them at all. The guides are locals with good knowledge. Worth it!
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