Hidden Cenote Swim: Snorkeling, Sea Turtles and Beachside Lunch
Overview
Available languages
4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Delve into the wonder of a Mayan cenote, swim with graceful sea turtles, and relish a delightful beachside lunch.
Embark on a journey with a refreshing dip into the breathtaking realm of a Mayan cenote, a captivating natural sinkhole revealing crystal-clear waters and awe-inspiring rock formations.
Continue to the charming coastal village of Akumal, renowned for its tranquil vibe, natural splendor, and thriving marine life. Accompanied by an informative guide, delve into an underwater paradise brimming with diverse tropical fish and majestic sea turtles.
Conclude your excursion at our exclusive beach hideaway, indulging in a savory lunch and well-deserved relaxation.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimun age: 6 years old
Guests must meet a minimum height requirement of 3.9 feet (1.20 meters).
No devices are allowed inside the cenote
We offer two booking options: Once with the entrance fee and environmental conservation fee included, and one without. Please review carefully before booking.
The pickup time depends on your hotel's location
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
First, we start of in one of the region’s magnificent mayan cenote, natural sinkholes that expose groundwater underneath, for a refreshing and exhilarating swim. Explore the underground natural pools with crystal-clear waters and awe-inspiring rock formations.
Akumal Beach
Our second stop is the picturesque beach community of Akumal. Its laidback atmosphere, natural beauty and abundant marine life provide the perfect environment for some of the best snorkeling available in the Mayan Riviera. Joined by your informative guide you’ll have the opportunity to discover all the wonders that lay below the surface such as a huge variety of tropical fish, colorful coral and, of course, the sea turtles that call Akumal their home.
What‘s Included
Round-trip transportation from most hotels in Cancun and Riviera Maya.
A delightful lunch at an exclusive beach club
Professional bilingual guide.
Snacks aboard our vans (water, fruit, and crackers).
Life jackets (mandatory).
Entrance to the cenote and the beach club.
Snorkeling gear (mask and snorkel).
Gratuities
Souvenir Photos (available for purchase)
Entrance Fee and Environmental Conservation Fee
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Cenote Turtle & Beach Club
Up to 18 people
Bilingual Certified Tour Guide
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes: 4.5 hours plus transfer time
Beachside lunch
Van
Pickup included
Reviews
1,227 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An Amazing Experience
mike5551llb,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The hidden cenote swim and sea turtles swim is a must do for anyone visiting Riviera Maya. The cenote is absolutely incredible and the visit includes just enough Maya culture for setting the stage. Lilja (our guide) was excellent. Friendly, outgoing and knowledgeable without being over the top. The turtle swim at Akumal was also an amazing experience. I am not the strongest swimmer and don't really like snorkeling, but even I was able to observe a number of these fascinating creatures feeding and surfacing. I was also able to spot a few colourful fish as well. The food at lunch was good, but I am not sure that it, along with the hour spent after lunch relaxing at the beach added value. We were practically back to the resort and could have spent that time relaxing at our own beach or pool where we could have been swimming. This beach was not conducive to swimming.
Passive aggressive tour guide
Rebecca F,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00My boyfriend and I took the Cenote + Turtles tour, which I purchased as a gift for my boyfriend's birthday. Prior to the cenote, our tour guide Jesus Salas had taken lunch orders for the beach club later and made a mistake with one of our orders. Since we had many hours before lunch, we didn't make a big deal about it in the moment, choosing instead to correct the error separately after the cenote tour. When we did, he asked why we hadn't said anything before, and my boyfriend (not wanting to draw attention to Jesus's mistake) replied, "I must not have been paying attention." Jesus replied saying "yeah, that's the vibe you give off". We were taken aback. We had been very attentive and engaged during the cenote tour, and the comment was extremely passive aggressive. But it didn't stop there. At multiple other points during the rest of the tour, he went out of his way to make rude comments. He re-counted the lunch orders on the bus saying "I have to do this again because someone wasn't paying attention," scolded me in front of the rest of the group for apparently getting off the boat wrong, and then commented to another guest that "those two don't listen" as we walked up a slightly rocky part of the beach. As we boarded the bus again, we heard him talking in Spanish to the bus driver about a couple "ignoring everything he said". He called us "maleducados," meaning uneducated, assuming that neither of us spoke Spanish and wouldn't understand this insult. Unfortunately for him, we're both fluent. There were a lot of good things about the tour - the cenote was beautiful, the burritos at the beach club were really good, we saw several sea turtles, the driver Benjamin was great. But after having passive aggressive comments made to and about us all day, how could we enjoy the experience? It was completely unprofessional and ruined the atmosphere of the entire day. What we thought would be one of the best days of our vacation turned disappointing and embarrassing.
Passive-Aggressive Tour Guide
rebeccafB5791CA,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00My boyfriend and I took the Cenote + Turtles tour, which I purchased as a gift for my boyfriend's birthday. Prior to the cenote, our tour guide Jesus Salas had taken lunch orders for the beach club later and made a mistake with one of our orders. Since we had many hours before lunch, we didn't make a big deal about it in the moment, choosing instead to correct the error separately after the cenote tour. When we did, he asked why we hadn't said anything before, and my boyfriend (not wanting to draw attention to Jesus's mistake) replied, "I must not have been paying attention." Jesus replied saying "yeah, that's the vibe you give off". We were taken aback. We had been very attentive and engaged during the cenote tour, and the comment was extremely passive aggressive. But it didn't stop there. At multiple other points during the rest of the tour, he went out of his way to make rude comments. He re-counted the lunch orders on the bus saying "I have to do this again because someone wasn't paying attention," scolded me in front of the rest of the group for apparently getting off the boat wrong, and then commented to another guest that "those two don't listen" as we walked up a slightly rocky part of the beach. As we boarded the bus again, we heard him talking in Spanish to the bus driver about a couple "ignoring everything he said". He called us "maleducados," meaning uneducated, assuming that neither of us spoke Spanish and wouldn't understand this insult. Unfortunately for him, we're both fluent.
Great staff good experience
Z6865YFderricks,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eugenio was great and very knowledgeable. The Cenote was beautiful and cool. There were lots of turtles to see even though the weather was not cooperative.
Amazing trip and staff
junchengy2026,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Iran is super patience and profession. The whole trip is excellent!
Great experience with Juco
bhardwick,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Juco was an amazing guide. He answered all of our questions and made sure we were all taken care of. 2 thumbs up! I’d give more if I had more thumbs!
It's so worth it!!!
courtneyaT2848TK,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing experience!! The cenote is next level beautiful and swimming with the sea turtles up close is so cool! Our guide Henry was so good had such good info and his vibe couldn't be beaten and Hugo is the best driver went above and beyond for us!!
Jared and Mateo were the best guide/driver
aarontO3107DK,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was very good! Jared and Mateo made sure we were all having a good time. Jared made everyone feel calm and joked around to keep everyone happy. Would recommend again.
Turtles, cenote & beach club
kaylapH6478BU,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time! Guide was very good, were able to see lots of turtles and the cenote was super cool! Appreciate the experience!
Great tour loved by adults and children
joemT8238WR,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great little day trip - our tour guide (Henry) was friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating and had a wonderful personal and kind approach in helping our youngest (6) who was a little nervous.
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