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Cancun Airport: One-Way or Roundtrip Private Transfer

Cancun Airport: One-Way or Roundtrip Private Transfer

Simplify your journey to Cancun with a private transfer from the airport to your hotel in Cancun, Rivera Maya, or Tulum. Get to your hotel or the airport, there are options for each leg of your trip. Save time and don't wait in frustrating lines. Benefit from disinfected car units, trained personnel to meet you at your pickup location, personalized service, and bilingual staff. Have a pleasant and safe trip in private transportation in Cancun.

Quintana Roo: Tulum Ruins, Sea Turtles & Cenote Day Tour

Quintana Roo: Tulum Ruins, Sea Turtles & Cenote Day Tour

The ancient walled city of Tulum sits atop a cliff overlooking the turquoise Mexican Caribbean Sea creating vistas that will take your breath away. Explore the Tulum Mayan ruins with an expert guide and discover why this is one of the most popular cultural attractions in the Riviera Maya. Dive into the natural habitat of sea turtles with a once in a lifetime adventure in Akumal. This calm bay in the Riviera Maya is home to sea turtles who come to graze on the seagrass giving you an opportunity to snorkel alongside them in an extraordinary natural encounter. Head into the jungle and discover a magical oasis in a unique cenote swim in the Riviera Maya! Cenotes are natural limestone sinkholes full of mineral-rich freshwater, the perfect “swimming hole” to refresh and play and admire the stunning natural beauty of the jungle. A guided tour of the Tulum Mayan ruins, swimming with sea turtles in Akumal and a jungle oasis cenote swim in the Riviera Maya plus round-trip transportation, beverages and a delicious local lunch included!

Akumal: Guided Turtle Snorkeling Tour and pictures

Akumal: Guided Turtle Snorkeling Tour and pictures

Meet your guide at a centrally-located meeting point in Akumal and get set up with all the necessary snorkeling equipment, like correctly-sized life jackets, masks and brand new snorkel tubes. Venture to the beautiful bay of Akumal. Get all-day access to a private beach with bathrooms, showers, and lockers. Those that are new to snorkeling can enjoy a short tutorial, making this tour perfect for any level of experience. Plunge into the water and look for the green turtles in their natural habitat, tropical fish, corals reefs, stingrays, and other species that visit seasonally. Travel with a tour guide that always remains a respectful distance from these wild and majestic creatures. Have the chance to stay at the beach and enjoy the facilities for the rest of the day at the end of your snorkeling adventure. Receive digital photos via email. IMPORTANT NOTE: The pictures depend on visibility, we try to take the best possible memories but some times the marine conditions are not suitable, you will receive your photographs in a minimum time of hours on the same day or maximum of a couple of days depending on the occupation. The pictures are a plus of our service, they are free of charge and are complimentary for our customers. Send us a message via Whats App providing reservation name, date and hour as well as everyones shirt size or msg to our Oficial Facebook Page. www.facebook.com/theturtletravelmx If you come by own or rented vehicle wait in 7-Eleven slots untill your guide arrives to take you to nearest parking. Sunblock is not permited.

Akumal Bay: Cenotes And Snorkeling with Turtles

Akumal Bay: Cenotes And Snorkeling with Turtles

Uncover a rich and biodiverse world beneath the waves on this guided snorkeling day trip in Akumal Bay. Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off from locations in Cancun, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal, Tulum and the Riviera Maya. Roundtrip transportation provided from any hotel and accommodation, in a 12 passenger air conditioned van. First stop is Akumal Bay, where you will be provided your snorkeling gear and lifejacket. Swim in Akumal bay while enjoying the company of turtles feeding on the seabottom grass underneath, and snorkel for an hour alongside these majestic animals in their natural habitat. Feel the warm waters of the bay and spot other marine life as you admire the vibrant colors of various coral species.   Head to a naturally-formed cenote that is located nearby in the lush rainforest. Swim in the crystal clear waters of these unique underground ponds and relax while enjoying the view of the stalactites and stalagmites that surround you at every turn. Stay hydrated during your tour with the included bottled water. Enjoy freshly made snacks after the activities before returning to your hotel or private accommodation.

Playa del Carmen: Tulum, Cenote, and Turtle Tour with Lunch

Playa del Carmen: Tulum, Cenote, and Turtle Tour with Lunch

Explore the Tulum Mayan ruins, swim with sea turtles in Akumal, and take a dip in a jungle oasis cenote in the Riviera Maya. Enjoy round-trip transportation, beverages, and a delicious local lunch on this full-day tour. Start your day with a visit to the Tulum Mayan ruins. Learn about the history of this ancient city from your guide as you explore the site. Head to Akumal Beach to swim with sea turtles. Get up close to these gentle creatures and snorkel in the clear waters. Make your way to the Nohoch Nah Chich cenote. Take a refreshing dip in the cool waters of this jungle oasis before enjoying a delicious local lunch.

Akumal; Snorkeling and Photos with Turtles

Akumal; Snorkeling and Photos with Turtles

Akumal, meaning "Place of the Turtles" in the Mayan language, is a sanctuary and protected area for sea turtles. We'll take you on a privileged journey to meet green turtles, tropical fish, coral reefs, and with luck, more marine life such as rays, squids, and barracudas. This experience includes: - Access to the protected turtle area for snorkeling. - Local guide. - 1.5 hours duration. - Small and personalized group. - Snorkeling vest, mask, and tube. - GoPro photo album. *IMPORTANT INFORMATION* 1. This experience DOES NOT include: The wristband for access to the private beach, which has an additional cost of $140 Mexican pesos or $7 USD per person, which must be paid. This wristband includes all-day access to: Private beach, restrooms, changing rooms, showers, lockers (requires a $100 pesos or $5 USD refundable deposit) 2. The GoPro gallery photos are a gift, therefore they have no cost. They feature the habitat, marine life, and you. Sometimes it's possible to take a photo with you and the turtle, but sometimes it's not, as they are free animals. ♻️ 3. This activity is NOT on a boat. 4. The use of sunscreen is NOT allowed during this activity. 5. This activity can be canceled with a refund or rescheduled due to bad weather conditions.

Akumal: Guided Snorkeling with Sea Turtles

Akumal: Guided Snorkeling with Sea Turtles

Important to cover access to a private beach with bathrooms, showers, and lockers has a fee of 140 pesos which you pay to the Natural park to enter where activity takes place. Those that are new to snorkeling can enjoy a short tutorial, making this tour perfect for any level of experience. Meet your guide at a centrally-located meeting point in Akumal and get set up with all the necessary snorkeling equipment, like correctly-sized life jackets, masks and snorkel tubes. Plunge into the water and look for the green turtles in their natural habitat, tropical fish, corals reefs, stingrays, and other species that visit seasonally. Travel with a tour guide that always remains a respectful distance from these wild and majestic creatures. Have the chance to stay at the beach and enjoy the facilities for the rest of the day at the end of your snorkeling adventure. IMPORTANT Send us a message via Whats App providing reservation name, date and hour as well as everyones shirt size or msg to our Oficial Facebook Page. www.facebook.com/theturtletravelmx If you come by own or rented vehicle wait in 7-Eleven of Akumal slots untill your guide arrives to take you to nearest parking. Sunblock is not permited.

From Riviera Maya: Chichen Itza and Ek Balam Tour with Lunch

From Riviera Maya: Chichen Itza and Ek Balam Tour with Lunch

Set off early and arrive at the ruin of Chichen Itza just as it opens and take a guided tour. Learn about the old Chichen Itza and the different buildings there and see 1 of the cenotes inside the ruins. Following the guided tour you will have some free time to explore on your own. Take some amazing pictures of the Kukukkan Castle as you explore and see the 1000 Columnas Temple, Jaguar Temple, and the biggest ball game stadium in the Mayan culture. After visiting Chichen Itza ruins, discover the impressive Hubiku Cenote, one of the best in the Yucatan region, and take a swim under hundreds of stalactites. Then, enjoy a regional buffet lunch at a nearby restaurant. Finally, visit Ek Balam, an off-the-beaten-track Yucatec-Mayan archaeological site hidden in the jungle. Admire incredible carvings at the site and climb to the top of the Acropolis Pyramid, the highest point of the ruins.

Akumal : sea turtles with photos

Akumal : sea turtles with photos

° Our activity consists of an ecological guided tour through the beautiful bay of Akumal. ° In which you and your family will be able to live and enjoy the experience of seeing and swimming with turtles and marine species. °During the tour we could find Colorful fish, rays, squids and much more ° .... ° we will meet at our reception module in akumal where our local guide will provide us the necessary equipment for the activity ª life jacket of our size ª new mask and snorkel tube then we will walk 5 minutes to the beach where we will be given our access bracelet to the beach ª locker key the local guide will give you a short briefing on the current regulations of the bay of akumal for swimming with turtles. we will enter swimming to one of the protected circuits of the bay where we will observe sea turtles, fish, part of the reef and the different marine species that are in the area such as rays, squids and sometimes starfish. Our tour in the water is approximately one hour and ten minutes in which at all times you will be accompanied by the local guide who will be there to assist you at any time in case you need it. it is important to know that the bay of akumal is a shallow area and the swim starts from the shore of the beach which makes it accessible for anyone to enjoy this activity. in case of bad sea conditions we will contact you to reschedule the activity or cancel it in case we don't have another day available.

Playa del Carmen/Tulum: Akumal Beach with Turtle Snorkeling

Playa del Carmen/Tulum: Akumal Beach with Turtle Snorkeling

Chooser from a tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off at select hotel in Playa del Carmen or Akumal, or a tour with pickup at a meeting point in Tulum and a return ticket on public transportation. After your pickup, travel in air-conditioned comfort to Akumal Beach. Enjoy a snorkeling activity with all the equipment included. Akumal Beach gives to you the opportunity to swim in the sea surrounded by turtles in their natural environment accompanied by an expert, local guide. Dive into the natural habitat of sea turtles with a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Akumal. This calm bay in the Riviera Maya is home to sea turtles who come to graze on the seagrass, giving you an opportunity to snorkel alongside them in an extraordinary natural encounter. After the snorkeling guided activity is time enjoy snacks and drinks on the beach and later you have 2 hours free time to enjoy the beach on your own before making the return journey.

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