Tulum & Beyond

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Tulum & Beyond Tour

Tulum Ruins – Reef Snorkel – Cenote
  • Destination: Tulum, Q, Roo, Mexico
  • Runs On: Any day per availability
  • Tour Type: Private

Our Tulum & Beyond excursion is a one-of-a-kind day filled with fun and adventure. Many of our guests describe their YucaTreks Tulum tour as the highlight of their vacation. This tour is designed to give you the best highlights of the Riviera Maya through a creative mix of history, culture, beach and jungle. Explore the Tulum ruins, snorkel by boat from the picturesque beach of Tulum, and swim/snorkel and enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the areas spectacular cenotes.

Book now!

To check availability for a PRIVATE tour for just you and your family or friends, in your own private tour van, with your own YucaTreks tour guide, click on Request Private Tour and fill out the request form.

Tour highlights

Tulum Lite – Tulum ruins + swim/snorkel in one cenote
Tulum Plus – Tulum ruins + swim/ snorkel in two cenotes
Tulum & Akumal – Tulum ruins + snorkel with sea turtles in Akumal Bay + swim/ snorkel in one cenote


Tour Price
Click on the Request Private Tour button to see private tour rates.
Pricing is in U.S. Dollars

What's Included
Deluxe air-conditioned transportation, professional certified English speaking YucaTreks guide, all entrance fees, guided private tour of archaeological site, water and soft drinks throughout the day, snacks, and lunch.

Group Size
We use 12 passenger Toyota or 19 passenger Mercedes (super-sized) touring vans or any combination thereof for larger groups. We do not do bus tours.

Tour Pick-up
Private tours are door-to-door pick-up/ drop- off. Pick-up is included at locations between Tulum and Playa del Carmen. If you’re staying outside of our designated pickup area, i.e. North of Playa del Carmen to Cancun, a transportation surcharge will apply. You will receive detailed pickup information along with your tour confirmation upon booking.

How do I book?
Click on the Request Private Tour button to proceed with making a booking. Just fill out the booking request form including a preferred and back up tour date and we’ll get back to you asap on availability and payment details. To get your preferred date, please try to book far enough in advance!

Private Tours?
We are currently only offering private tours. For those who prefer something more exclusive, we can schedule this tour for almost any day that suits you!

Tulum & Beyond

Tulum Ruins – Reef Snorkel – Cenote
  • Destination: Tulum, Q, Roo, Mexico
  • Runs On: Any day per availability
  • Tour Type: Private

Our Tulum & Beyond excursion is a one-of-a-kind day filled with fun and adventure. Many of our guests describe their YucaTreks Tulum tour as the highlight of their vacation. This customizable day trip offers a blend of ancient history, natural beauty, and immersive local experiences. Whether you’re looking for a quick half-day outing or a full-day adventure, we’ve got itinerary options that highlight the best of the region—from early access to the stunning Tulum ruins, to snorkeling in fresh-water cenotes or alongside sea turtles in Akumal Bay. With thoughtfully curated stops, flexible lunch options, and the right balance of activity and downtime, this tour series offers something for everyone in your group. 

Book now!

To check availability for a PRIVATE tour for just you and your family or friends, in your own private tour van, with your own YucaTreks tour guide, click on Request Private Tour and fill out the request form.

Tulum and beyond

Discover the magic of Tulum’s seaside ruins and the refreshing cenotes of the Yucatán. With three customizable options, you choose the pace, the adventure, and the flavor of your day.
Step back in time as you explore the ancient walled city of Tulum, perched dramatically above the turquoise Caribbean Sea. Then cool off with a swim or snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of a cenote, one of the Yucatán’s natural wonders. For those who choose the Akumal option, the day also offers the unforgettable chance to snorkel alongside wild sea turtles in their natural habitat — a highlight for ocean lovers.

Ancient Tulum

Perched above the turquoise Caribbean, the walled city of Tulum was once a thriving Mayan port. Your guide will bring the ruins to life with stories of trade, ritual, and daily life in this dramatic seaside setting.

Cenotes of the Yucatan

These natural limestone sinkholes are sacred to the Maya and unforgettable to modern travelers. Whether you swim in one cenote (Tulum Lite), explore two contrasting cenotes (Tulum Plus), or combine a cenote with snorkeling in Akumal (Tulum & Akumal), each stop offers crystal-clear waters and a unique atmosphere — from sunlit pools to cavernous chambers..

Akumal Bay

For those who choose the Tulum & Akumal option, the day includes snorkeling with wild sea turtles in their natural habitat. Akumal, meaning “Place of the Turtles,” is a protected bay where these gentle creatures graze on seagrass. It’s a rare chance to experience marine life up close, responsibly and sustainably.

Tulum Lite – Tour Highlights

– Early arrival to the Tulum ruins to enjoy the site before the large tour groups.
– Guided exploration of the ancient walled city perched above the Caribbean Sea.
– Swim or snorkel in one refreshing, crystal clear fresh water cenote in the jungle, a natural wonder sacred to the Maya
– Choice of picnic style box lunch at the cenote or stop for authentic roadside tacos and other antojitos.
– A shorter, flexible itinerary- perfect for travelleres who want to be back at their resort poolside with a cocktail early, or cruise ship guests with limited time.

Tulum Plus – Tour Highlights

– Early arrival at the Tulum ruins to explore before the crowds
– Swim or snorkel in two different cenotes, each with its own unique atmosphere- one open and sunlit, the other more cavernous and adventurous
– Choice of picnic style box lunch at the cenote or authentic roadside tacos or other antojitos.
– A full-day adventure that balances history, culture, and nature without feeling rushed

Tulum & Akumal – Tour Highlights

– Guided tour of the Tulum ruins with fascinating history, architecture, and stories of this ancient Mayan seaport.
– Snorkel in Akumal Bay with the unforgettable chance to see and swim wild sea turtles in thier natural habitat.
– Refreshing swim or snorkel in one jungle cenote. a natural wonder sacred to the Maya.
– Authentic local cuisine at a family-run restaurant in the seaside town of Akumal.
– A full-day adventure combining history, culture, cenotes, and the magic of the Caribbean Sea.