On our Tulum-Tortugas Express tour, our visitors and friends will always be accompanied by our professional guides who will provide them with all the information and safety measures that they must follow so that they have the best experience of their life.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
Start times
6:00 AM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 12+)
$139
Child (ages 5–11)
$110
Infant (ages 0–4)
Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Tulum Ruinas and Tortugas Express
Pickup included
Itinerary
Tulum
Admission included120 min
First, we will visit the mystical archaeological zone of Tulum, which is framed by the colored waters.
Turquoise from the Mexican Caribbean. Our certified guide will tell our visitors about the wonderful history of the Mayans and each of the temples in this place.
Akumal Bay
Admission not included120 min
After being amazed by the Mayan culture, you will have the opportunity to snorkel in a reef that is part of the second largest barrier in the world and have a close encounter with beautiful turtles in their natural habitat when visiting Akumal Bay. Place where sea turtles gather all year round.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Gratuities
Turtle Akumal Reserve and tulum Archaeological site Tax
Pickup Locations & Times
Transfer from/to your hotel. Selected hotels Once your reservation is made, send us the name of the hotel to coordinate the transfer time. If you are outside the Zone, you will be assigned a meeting point.
Be 10 minutes before the pick up time, in the motor lobby.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
7 reviews
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How it compares in Cancun
Starting price $139 is 34% above the typical $104 for tours of similar length in Cancun
Excurgo comparison of 3,442 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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 Tulum Ruinas and Tortugas Express take?
Tulum Ruinas and Tortugas Express lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Tulum Ruinas and Tortugas Express cost?
Prices start at $139 per person for this Cancun 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 Tulum Ruinas and Tortugas Express run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 6:00 AM.
How much does Tulum Ruinas and Tortugas Express cost for children?
Children aged 5–11 pay from $110, adults from $139. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Tulum Ruinas and Tortugas Express for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Transfer from/to your hotel. Selected hotels Once your reservation is made, send us the name of the hotel to coordinate the transfer time. If you are outside the Zone, you will be assigned a meeting point.
Be 10 minutes before the pick up time, in the motor lobby. Pickup points include Moon Palace Cancun, Fairmont Heritage Place Mayakoba.
What languages is Tulum Ruinas and Tortugas Express offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Tulum Ruinas and Tortugas Express worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Coba Sunset.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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leahtM158BL
September 2, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience. Do not miss
Tulum, Akumal and cenote with lunch tour was organized by Ciba Sunset and I booked via Bookilis. Holiday Inn has a partnership that gives 15-20% discount on tours when booked via the Bookilis agent at the hotel.
Tulum was amazing, rich history and beautifully preserved. The heat was intense so had to limit walking tour to about an hour with several minutes for photo taking.
Akumal was nice. Tiring to snorkel for 45 minutes but very much worth it.
The cenote we went to was the perfect depth and length. The ones jn Chichen Itza where about 100 feet deep, too scary, and aside from life vests, no one catches the people getting into the cenote as a safety precaution. This is a better option, about 10 feet deep, with a guide wading through with a small group.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your detailed review!
We’re thrilled to hear you had an amazing experience and enjoyed the rich history of Tulum, the snorkeling in Akumal, and the cenote. It’s great to know you appreciated the balance of adventure and safety, especially during your cenote visit.
We also value your insights about the heat and pacing, as well as your comparison with other locations—this is very helpful for future travelers.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again soon for another unforgettable experience!
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deboras181
January 20, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!!
Beautiful excursion lasted all day. Bathing with turtles (where we have seen many! And we were provided with lifebuoys masks and snorkels), guided tour of tulum, lunch in a typical Mexican restaurant with ceremony of the Mayan shaman, visit of two cenotes and bath, all accompanied by guide Carlos Flota who knows how to make every experience special ♥️ it is already the second time he accompanies us and if we could we would always choose it!
Super recommended 🤩
Operator response
Grazie mille per la tua splendida recensione!
Siamo felicissimi di sapere che hai vissuto un’esperienza così completa e speciale, tra le tartarughe, Tulum, i cenote e la tradizione locale. Ci rende particolarmente orgogliosi sapere che Carlos Flota ha contribuito ancora una volta a rendere tutto memorabile—la sua passione fa davvero la differenza.
Ti ringraziamo di cuore per la fiducia e la raccomandazione. Saremo lieti di accoglierti nuovamente per un’altra fantastica avventura!
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38oliverg
April 30, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Highlight of the trip
What an experience!! Our private guide Tania was incredible. Very attentive from start to finish and enlightened our group with knowledge of Mayan culture and history. Truly an inspiring trip and would highly recommend!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear this was the highlight of your trip and that Tania made such a positive impact. Her attentiveness and passion for sharing Mayan culture truly make the experience special.
We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon for another inspiring adventure!
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Solsergio
February 27, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Great.
An exceptional day accompanied by a more than awesome guide! Great congratulations to Jesus Huet for his work!
I recommend this excursion that allows you to mix Mayan culture and Nature
Operator response
Merci beaucoup de nous avoir choisis. Nous espérons continuer à vous emmener vers de nouveaux endroits chaque fois que vous visiterez notre région. De plus, grâce à votre mention, nous donnerons une incitation à notre guide Jesús Huet. pour continuer à offrir le meilleur service!!!
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Karina1516
February 26, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Awesome day!
What an amazing day! Saw so much (turtles and ruins!)and learned so much in such a short time. Our Tour Guide Jesus Huet was absolutely unbelievable! Not only was he fantastic at explaining everything so it was interesting and entertaining. He’s also super funny and absolutely made the tour! Thanks so much- we will definitely be booking more tours through this company!! 100% recommended!
Operator response
Thank you very much for choosing us. We hope to continue to take you to new places each time you visit our area. Also, thanks to your mention, we will give an incentive to our guide Jesús Huet. to continue to provide the best service!!!
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A3763FOalexk
February 20, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Awesome tour!
Visiting Tulum ruins and the cenote was so much fun. Our tour guide Jesus Huet was very informative and super funny. I would recommend this tour to anyone.
Operator response
Thank you very much for your comments, they help us a lot to continue working to provide you with the best service.
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drewh24073
May 5, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Tulum and turtles!
We had a wonderful time on this tour, our guide and driver were professional and helpful, and I felt like both parts of our trip were pretty great. If you do book this you may want to bring some kind of natural sunscreen as the turtle reserve doesn’t allow chemicals of any kind, they do a good job protecting the turtles but you want to try to protect your skin too! If not, just swim with shirts on, that worked for us. Guide was knowledgeable of Mayan people, and capably spoke English and Spanish throughout our tour as needed.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We’re happy to hear you had a wonderful time and that both your guide and driver provided a professional and helpful experience. It’s great to know you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the knowledge shared about Mayan culture.
We also appreciate you highlighting the importance of using eco-friendly sunscreen to protect the turtles—such a valuable tip for future travelers.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again soon!
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