Akumal Snorkeling with Green Sea Turtles and Photos from Playa del Carmen
by We Love Akumal Experiencias Locales
Overview
This snorkeling tour lasts about 70 minutes in Akumal, near Playa del Carmen, Mexico. The activity takes place in a natural protected area where green sea turtles live. Participants use provided snorkeling gear including a visor, vest, and snorkel tube to swim near the turtles. The guide explains the turtles’ behavior, diet, age, size, and distinguishing features during the swim. Other marine animals such as rays, fish, squid, barracudas, and coral reef are also visible. The tour includes use of a GoPro with photos compiled into an album. Facilities like bathrooms, showers, changing rooms, and lockers are available on site. Parking and private beach access are not included and require an additional fee.
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Itinerary
Akumal Snorkeling with Turtles
Participants will snorkel in a protected natural area to observe green turtles and other marine species. The activity lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes and includes a local guide, a small group setting, and equipment such as a vest, viewfinder, and snorkel tube. A photo album with images taken by a GoPro camera is provided at no extra cost. This experience does not include access to the private beach, which requires a separate bracelet costing $140 MXN or $9 USD per person, granting access to the beach, bathrooms, changing rooms, and showers. Digital lockers are available for rent at $100 MXN (card payment only), or participants may bring only essential items to avoid this fee. Sunscreen use is prohibited during the activity, which is not conducted by boat. The activity may be cancelled or rescheduled with a refund if weather conditions are unfavorable.
70 min
Meeting point
"The 7 eleven store."
End point
"The 7 eleven store."
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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