Tulum, cenote swim, turtle snorkelling and beach club combo tour

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Tulum, cenote swim, turtle snorkelling and beach club combo tour

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£151.00

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Language: Spanish, English

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Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours

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Meal included

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Why you’ll love this…

You'll tour the archaeological site of Tulum with an expert guide
Swimming in a natural cenote offers an unmissable Mayan experience
There's a chance to snorkel the waters of Akumal in search of fish and sea turtles
At a comfortable local beach club you'll tuck into a relaxing lunch
Your tour is led by an expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Mayan culture

What to expect

Exploring Mexico just got a whole lot easier. On this full day adventure, you'll tick off no less than four different activities. Start with a guided visit of the archaeological site of Tulum, then head to a cenote for a swim. Next, it's off to Akumal for a spot of snorkelling. Round off your day with lunch at a beach club. Carmen, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘The most photographed structure in the archaeological site is the Castillo, which is perched on a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The Castillo might be the most famous, but there are plenty of other ancient Mayan ruins to explore, such as the Temple of the Descending God and the Temple of the Frescoes.'

The marvels of the Mayan culture will be revealed on your guided tour around Tulum. You'll learn about it's past as a walled city, and its former role as a trading hub. After the tour you'll have free time to explore at your leisure. Next, prepare to be dazzled by colours at an ancient Mayan cenote, a natural cave with a freshwater pool fed by underground water sources and considered sacred by the Mayans.

After a cooling swim, we'll head for the picturesque seaside community of Akumal, known for its laid-back atmosphere, natural beauty, and abundant marine life. With its intriguing underwater world, Akumal offers one of the best snorkelling experiences in the Riviera Maya. Encounter an array of tropical fish, corals, and perhaps even sea turtles. To complete your day, unwind and indulge in a tasty meal at a nearby beach club.

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What's included

Admission fees
Lunch
Transport
Guide
Swim stops
Snorkel stops
Guided tour

What to remember

Please apply sunblock at least 2.5 hours before swimming and snorkelling to protect the wildlife
Photos are not included
The minimum age to participate is eight years old
Pick-ups are available from the following areas:- Cancun Hotel Zone- Costa Mujeres- Puerto Morelos- Playa del Carmen- Riviera Maya
If you don't see the option to add a hotel for pick-up, please provide the details at checkout.
Guests must be relatively fit and must be able to swim
The use of plastic bottles is strictly prohibited within the archaeological zone of Tulum
For safety reasons, we do not recommend participation on any snorkel activity if you have respiratory problems, injuries, back/neck issues, heart conditions, or conditions that can cause loss of consciousness
The use of cameras in the cenote is limited
Please consider applying sunscreen well in advance of engaging in water activities
Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
Not suitable for families with small children
Bring biodegradable insect repellent
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring money for extras or gratuities
This is one of our TUI Collection experiences, which give you a local flavour of the destination while showcasing its unique, authentic and responsible values.
Not suitable for guests with poor health
Bring a towel

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Provider

TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 3 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.4 /5

Based on 541 reviews from verified customers

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Staff

4.6/5

Safety

4.6/5

Service

4.6/5

Value for money

4.2/5

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Steve
Verified booking
5
9 October 2025
Travelled as a couple
Kaso the guide was fabulous he was so funny and knowledgeable he is a credit to the team, the other members were great also especially the driver.
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Angela
Verified booking
4.2
9 October 2025
Solo traveller
Guide was really good, food could have been earlier or not at all
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Katie C
Verified booking
4.6
9 October 2025
Travelled as a couple
Gato was a fantastic tour guide; lovely mannerisms and knowledgable. The swim with turtles was simply magical. The photos were extortionate at the cenote - $50 for one. They’ve out priced themselves as noone brought them but we were willing to if they were cheap enough. Lunch was nice and fresh
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Dev
Verified booking
2.2
7 October 2025
Travelled as a couple
A lot of money for what was offered as a tour.
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Mary
Verified booking
5
3 October 2025
Travelled with family
Loved the variety, each one very unique. The guide was very informative. The only thing that I would suggest is that the timing to meet was exact ie we meet back at 2pm instead of meeting back between 1.50 and 2pm.
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Andy Hibbert
Verified booking
5
3 October 2025
Solo traveller
Didn’t particularly enjoy the ruins at Tulum, too much walking and steps for me. However the swim at the Cenote and swimming with turtles was absolutely amazing, I just wish someone had told me how easy it is to snorkel in the previous 65 years

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