
Swimming with Sea Turtles and Yalku Lagoon
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Is Swimming with Sea Turtles and Yalku Lagoon worth booking?
Swimming with Sea Turtles and Yalku Lagoon is a 5-hour experience in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, from $1400 per person. It scores 43 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 43 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $1400 per person
Enjoy 2 outdoor activities in the Riviera Maya in small groups with professional guides where we visit Akumal Beach for swimming with sea turtles with all the snorkel gear included and end the acitivties swimmingsurround
What you get
- Acuatic guides
- Bottled water
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
Enjoy 2 outdoor activities in the Riviera Maya in small groups with professional guides where we visit Akumal Beach for swimming with sea turtles with all the snorkel gear included and end the acitivties swimmingsurrounded tropical fish in the Yal-Ku lagoon in this half a day tour with pick up service at your hotel or accomodation place. Bottled water is provide for free.
What's included
Included
- Acuatic guides
- Bottled water
- Use of SCUBA equipment
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Government fees
What you'll see and do
Akumal
Dive into the natural habitat of sea turtles with a once in a lifetime adventure in Akumal. This calm bay in the Riviera Maya is home to sea turtles who come to graze on the seagrass giving you an opportunity to snorkel alongside them in an extraordinary natural encounter.
90 minutes here
Visit is the Yal-Ku Lagoon where you can do a snorkel activity to swimming surrounded of hundreds of tropical fish We provide all the snorkel gear to do the activity
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Playa del Carmen
Meeting point is Coco Bongo Doors at 08:10 am in 12th Street with 10th Avenue in Playa del Carmen City. Our staff will call your name when they arrive.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Meeting point is Coco Bongo Doors at 08:10 am in 12th Street with 10th Avenue in Playa del Carmen City. Our staff will call your name when they arrive.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- NS Vacations Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not included: Government Fees - 20 USD per person for Yalku Lagoon Eco Tax USD 20.00 per person
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $1400 to $1500
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by NS Vacations Tours, who run 17 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.9.
See everything NS Vacations Tours runsWhy this scores 43
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Swimming with Sea Turtles and Yalku Lagoon: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Playa del Carmen.
How much does Swimming with Sea Turtles and Yalku Lagoon cost?
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Prices start at $1400 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Playa del Carmen usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Swimming with Sea Turtles and Yalku Lagoon take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Playa del Carmen is not rushed.
Is Swimming with Sea Turtles and Yalku Lagoon worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 43 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Playa del Carmen, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Swimming with Sea Turtles and Yalku Lagoon?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Swimming with Sea Turtles and Yalku Lagoon suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Swimming with Sea Turtles and Yalku Lagoon?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Playa del Carmen can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Playa del Carmen and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Swimming with Sea Turtles and Yalku Lagoon start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Playa del Carmen within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Playa del Carmen?
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On Outty we rank every Playa del Carmen experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Chichen Itza from Cancun : Cenote, Valladolid and Mayan Cuisine, Chichén Itzá, Cenote and Valladolid with Lunch and transportation, From Playa del Carmen ATV Adventure with Ziplines, Cenote. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Playa del Carmen?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Playa del Carmen?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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