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Activity Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Bestseller! Tulum Private Tour with Turtles and Cenote Snorkeling
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About this activity
Explore the wonders of Tulum Mayan ruins with your own personal certified guide in the early morning to avoid large crowds.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of a cenote, with the option to choose between the Jaguar, Nicte Ha, or Taak bi Ha cenotes.
Dive into the crystal-clear waters and swim alongside majestic turtles in Akumal.
This exclusive tour offers the perfect blend of must-see activities in the Riviera Maya. And to top it off, enjoy a delectable lunch at an authentic local Mexican restaurant in the jungle.
As a trusted private tour agency for a decade, we guarantee an exceptional experience!
At a glance
- Duration
- 6–7 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–14
- Guide
- English, Spanish
- Operated by
- Absolute Adventure Mexico
Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–75 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Lunch at a local Mexican restaurant with one meal a la carte
- Included: Water and sodas provided in the cooler of the van
- Included: All taxes and commissions
- Included: Snorkeling gear of the highest quality with life vests
- Included: Turtles cooperative fee and beach entrance bracelet
- Included: Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel or Airbnb by private air-conditioned minivan
- Included: Certified, experienced and dedicated private guide
- Included: Tulum ruins and Cenote entrance fees, National park bracelet
Not included
- Not included: Drinks at the restaurant
Itinerary
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1 h 30 min Admission included
Experience the thrill of beating the crowds with an early pick up! Say goodbye to long lines because your guide already has the tickets. Be the very first to enter the magnificent Tulum ruins and embark on a private guided visit. Explore the entire site at your leisure, accompanied by your knowledgeable guide who will happily answer all your questions and help you capture those picture-perfect moments!
After your incredible adventure, enjoy some well-deserved free time to browse and shop for unique souvenirs at the exit of the ruins. Don't miss this opportunity to make unforgettable memories at Tulum!
We will pick you up with a private vehicle from your hotel-rental (approx 1h driving from Playa del Carmen and 15-20 minutes from tulum).
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Parque Dos Ojos
one hour Admission included
You can choose to swim and snorkel in 1 of the following cenotes, accompanied by your private guide:
- For some adventure, go to Cenote Jaguar, an open-air cenote with cliff jumping and ziplining.
-If you prefer a more relaxing experience, Cenote Nicte Ha is perfect for you.
-And if you're up for exploring an underground river, head to Cenote Taak bi Ha, a cave cenote.
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Parque Dos Ojos
Passing by
You'll get the opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch at a charming restaurant situated in the jungle near the cenote that your guide will take you to. They serve a variety of mouthwatering dishes like tacos, empanadas, and other traditional Mexican specialties!
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one hour Admission included
Swim with magnificent turtles alongside your very own personal snorkeling guide! You don't have to worry about getting on a boat because the snorkeling is conveniently done right from the shore. The ocean in this protected bay is wonderfully calm, allowing you to fully enjoy the experience. Prepare yourself to witness the awe-inspiring sea turtles up close, and if you're lucky, you might even come across elegant stingrays and a variety of vibrant, colorful fish. Get ready for a snorkeling adventure that you'll never forget!
After this activity, we'll take you back to your hotel or rental.
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
Pickup points
- Balkon Boutique Hotel
- Ophelia Tulum Hotel
- Gardenia Collective
- MAYA Apartments Tulum
- Quinta Sea
- Secrets Tulum Resort & Beach Club
- El Cozumeleno Beach Resort
- Hotel Casa Bahia Cozumel - Adults Only
- Orchid House Tulum
- Suites at Mayan Palace Vidanta Resort Riviera Maya
- OYO Hotel Playa Del Carmen
- Villas Sirenas Tulum
and 880 more pickup points
We pick up from all hotels - rentals located from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. An additional pick-up fee will be due to the guide on the day of the tour if you are staying in Puerto Morelos (USD 45) or Cancun (USD 90).
If condo or house rental, we require the full name and address of the place, sharing location via phone upon arrival is requested.
For the best experience, we advise choosing a pick-up time of either 7:00 am from Playa del Carmen or 7:30 am from Tulum. This will allow you to avoid both the crowds and the heat, ensuring a more enjoyable outing.
No shows applies 15 minutes after confirmed pick up time.
Using your ticket
- Swimming skills mandatory
- IMPORTANT: You must provide the tour operator:
1/ At the latest 3 days before the tour: T-shirt size (from XS to 3 XL) for each participant + kid's weights for the snorkeling equipment.
2/ No later than 4pm the day before the tour, your ROOM NUMBER. Otherwise the tour will be cancelled. Without your room number, they will not be authorized to enter in the hotel to pick you up. In case on condo/bnb sharing your location via whatsapp is mandatory.
What to bring with you:
- Beach Towels
- Swimsuit (please wear it from the morning and you can change after the snorkeling activities)
- Tennis shoes for the ruins and flip flops or sandals for snorkeling activities (water shoes not required but you can bring them)
- Hat/sunglasses
- Rash guard or UV shirt
- Cash (tips/souvenirs)
- Ruins: In case you bring a go pro camera, a video camera or a phone with a selfie stick, there is a 60 pesos per device charged at the entrance of each archeological site, to be paid in pesos (INAH tax) - Drones and tripods for video/cameras are forbidden.
- Tulum Ruins: it is forbidden to enter the ruins with plastic water bottles. If you wish to bring water for the visit, please bring your own reusable water bottle. We'll have water in the van for you to fill or refill.
Since 2020, it is no longer authorized to access the beach located within the enclosure of the Tulum ruins.
This tour doesn't include the visit of Tulum center - Tulum Beach Club/Hotel zone area.
It is not allowed to put sunblock/mosquito repellent before snorkeling activities.
The tour can not be customized.
No show will apply 15 minutes after the confirmed pick up time.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Swimming skills mandatory
Options
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Private Van 2
Just you, your guide & driver: Pick up from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. We advise 7am pick up from Playa and 7:45 from Tulum to avoid crowds and heat.
Pickup included
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Private Van 3
Just you, your guide & driver: Pick up from Playa del Carmen to Tulum. We advise 7am pick up from Playa and 7:45 from Tulum to avoid crowds and heat.
Pickup included
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