- DETAILS
- ITINERARY
- TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- TRIP PRICES
- TRIP DURATION
- PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- WHAT TO BRING
- WHAT'S INCLUDED
- NOTE FOR SINGLE TRAVELERS
- MAP
- REVIEWS
This water adventure includes going into some of the most attractive surroundings that the Caribbean Sea and the jungle of the Yucatan Peninsula have to offer.
We start this magical experience snorkeling in the calm and transparent waters of an open magrove cenote part of the largest underground river system of the Peninsula. We will discover what lives in this ecosystem while getting familiar with the snorkeling gear before jumping to the sea.
We continue our journey exploring the Mesoamerican Coral Reef, the second largest reef in the world. Wherever you look, a wide variety of marine life and hundreds of species of brilliantly colored fish swim around you with grace and elegance.
The brain and fire coral, sea fan, giant anemone, queen conch, flamingo tongue, the angelfish, damselfish, parrotfish, cowfish, trunkfish, trumpetfish, and stingrays are just a few of the many species living in this Caribbean paradise.
After enjoying the marine life, we will travel inland to discover another incredible ecosystem in the mystical Maya underground rivers, the cave cenotes. Covered with water they give us entry to a magical world where we can see the delicate rock formations that are the result of the deposit of minerals hauled through the porous stones: stalactites and stalagmites.
We will close our experience sharing a delicious Mexican meal.
☼ 8:00am – 8:30am: meeting time
☼ Drive along the highway until reaching the open mangrove cenote.
☼ 9:30am: Snorkel in the cenote to understand the complexity of this ecosystem and to explore what lives under the mangroves.
☼ We cross the to the coast to snorkel at the Mesoamerican Coral Barrier Reef.
☼ After exploring the reef we drive around 15minutes inland where we find the cave cenote hidden in the junfle.
☼ We finish our water experience enjoying a delicious homemade Mexican meal.
☼ 3:00pm – 3:30pm: back in Tulum.
Please note:This itinerary is subject to change, as starting time will vary according to the sun and your location. Your precise itinerary will be communicated to you once your trip dates are confirmed.
☼ Discover the subterraneous river systems of the Yucatan Peninsula.
☼ Find yourself swiming in the Mesoamerican Coral Barrier Reef, second largest barrier reef in the world.
☼ Contribute to the conservation of the natural world and ancient culture.
# of explorers    Price p/p (USD)
  2 – 7            USD $175
  8 – 10           USD $165
11 – 13           USD $155
For single travelers, special groups, private experiences, and/or groups of more than 13 explorers please contact our office to schedule your experience.
From 7 to 8 hours depending on the group.
Easy to Moderate/ Flexible. The Water Adventure with Yucatan Outdoors can be tailored to your particular interest and needs. It requieres swimming short distances from the shore to the ocean reef and between this amazing and colorful landsapes. Swimming in the cenotes does not require a high degree of physical fitness.
All trips begin with a comprehensive snorkeling and safety introduction from our Expedition Leader.
Note: As our adventures are performed in the natural wild places the Physical Requirements can be also influenced by the weather conditions.
☼ Sunglasses.
☼ Hat.
☼ Long sleeve water shirt to cover from the sun.
☼ Swimsuit.
☼ Towel.
☼ Comfortable water shoes.
☼ An extra set of clothes to change after the snorkeling activity.
☼ Water bottle (if you have one).
☼ Camera (optional).
Note: Help us to protect the ecosystem by avoiding the use of any sunscreen and mosquito repellent (even biodegradable products). We better recommend bringing long sleeve shirt to cover from the sun.
☼ Passionate and professional guiding service.
☼ All snorkeling gear (including mask, snorkel, fins, and lifejacket).
☼ Small and personalized groups.
☼ Entrance fees.
☼ Pictures and videos of the whole experience.
☼ Homemade Mexican meal.
☼ Local fruit, healthy local snacks, and purified water.
Important Note: Due to the new regulations, transportation is not included. You can follow your guide in your own vehicle or we can arrange your roundtrip transportation with a little extra fee.
For all single travelers please send us an Enquiery Form with your travel dates and contact number. YO team will briefly contact you to schedule your experience as private or in the next group expedition.
Snorkeling in the Caribbean. Cenotes & Mesoamerican Coral Reef
$175.00
Duration: 8 hrs.
Availability: All year round
Meeting point: Tulum town
Location: Mesoamerican Coral Barrier Reef, Open mangrove cenote & Cave cenote
Min Age: 6
Max People: 13
Warning:The tours do not have a transfer service (if you need it, please contact us)