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Swim with Sea Turtles: Unique and Sustainable Wildlife Experience
4.6
426 Ratings
Akumal
Observing the sea turtle represents a distinctive global experience. Equipped with the required gear mandated by officials, and backed by my expertise, I assure an exceptional encounter rooted in nature and sustainability.
Observing the sea turtle represents a distinctive global experience. Equipped with the required gear mandated by officials, and backed by my expertise, I assure an exceptional encounter rooted in nature and sustainability.
Duration:
1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 9MXM+87 Akumal - We are going to swim with the sea turtles at Akumal beach. This experience is private and we will take a tour inside the bay with snorkeling equipment at a depth of approximately 2 meters, the turtles are in their natural habitat and we can observe without touching.
- 9MXM+87 Akumal - We are going to swim with the sea turtles at Akumal beach. This experience is private and we will take a tour inside the bay with snorkeling equipment at a depth of approximately 2 meters, the turtles are in their natural habitat and we can observe without touching.

What's Included
- Entrance to the beach
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Snorkeling activity insurance
- Bathrooms and showers
- Lockers
- All fees and taxes
- Entrance to the beach
- Use of snorkeling equipment
- Snorkeling activity insurance
- Bathrooms and showers
- Lockers
- All fees and taxes
What's Not Included
- Photography
- Photography
Location
9MXM+94 Akumal
Reception at the entrance of Akumal and together with the guide we go to the parking lot
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(426 Ratings)
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Jordan_h
Sep 19, 2025
We had a great time! We... - We had a great time! We saw several sea turtles, several rays, some squids, conches, and all kinds of fish. Basically an aquarium, right there off the beach! Our guide Orlando was great.
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Michael-logan
Sep 17, 2025
Great communication and wonderful experience - Overall a wonderful experience. I was worried at first because I was unsure if where exactly to meet up. But the night before our event I received a text from the coordinator who helped us, offered transportation for a cost if necessary, or where exactly to meet. They were all very kind and knowledgeable. We had a wonderful time. Got to see a lot of turtles, fish, and the ocean was perfect. Would absolutely recommend Rolando as a guide. We had a great experience and would book again.
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Nicole
Sep 17, 2025
Lots of sea life! - Fabio was wonderful! It was a small group of 2 couples and Fabio. We saw many turtles, fish, a few squid and even a spotted mantaray! The photos weren’t included but a great add on! Thanks Fabio!
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Silvia_m
Aug 29, 2025
A very special experience - It was an amazing once in a lifetime experience. We saw 4 turtles, young and adult, two manta rays and many fish on the reef. All within a meter and with great respect to the ecosystem. We had a private guide because no one else had signed up. Rolando knew a lot: he clarified all the doubts and explained many interesting details of the animals and the area. Highly recommended!
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Rebecca_s
Aug 27, 2025
5 star - 100% recommend - Well worth the money! Especially if you want to just visit Akumal and not part of a bigger excursion, plus with flexible times to suit different needs. Our guide was fantastic, we saw many turtles, coral and lots of different fish! He was really knowledgeable too and made sure we were comfortable and safe. Thank you :)
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Daniel_s
Aug 16, 2025
Amazing morning (9am slot) - Absolutely fantastic experience at a fraction of the cost of other excursions in the area (eg Xcaret). The guide was excellent and spoke English fluently. The tour was basically private as it was only my family on the 9am slot which was perfect.
We saw 10+ turtles, squids, loads of fish species and the guide pointed out and named all of the things for us.
Honestly one of the best snoring experiences in Mexico that we have done.
So good we are rebooking whilst we’re here
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Yolanda_n
Aug 5, 2025
Super recommended, we saw... - Super recommended, we saw a lot of turtles and it is an experience that connects you with the sea out of the respect you must have with the environment.
Angel was our guide and it was amazing.
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K1597noneilm
Aug 2, 2025
Lovely and something we will always remember. - Go early! Other tours can make it a bit crowded by the end. Our guide was great and was good about reminding everyone to keep their feet away from the sea floor and to give the turtles room. We saw all kinds of fish, coral, squid, and of course, the beautiful sea turtles. Experience of a lifetime.
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Natalie_l
Jul 29, 2025
Good - Fun, you cannot wear sunscreen so be prepared. The turtles are chill, there were not a lot but its ok we still got to see what we wanted.
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Lotte_j
Aug 9, 2025
Great experience! - We went at 9am. It was still quiet. Space for you to change, lockers for your stuff,... very friendly guide. Guide (Santiago) gave a lot of information while snorkeling, gave us time to watch the turtles, fish,... easy pace. Very nice that we were only 2 + guide and not in a large group.
I will definitely recommend it further in the future.
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