Tulum Ruins: Guided Tour with Cenote Discoveries and Yalku Lagoon Snorkeling Adventure

Embark on a guided tour of the Tulum Ruins, discover hidden cenotes, and snorkel in the vibrant Yalku Lagoon. Immerse yourself in Mayan history, explore underground rivers, and encounter diverse marine life. All-inclusive with transportation and expert guide.

Duration: 6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Tulum Archaeological Site - Experience a guided tour of this stunning archaeological site, followed by an hour of free time to explore independently.
  • Yal-ku Lagoon - Uncover the beauty of Yal-kú Lagoon through snorkeling adventures.
  • Cenote el sueño - Proceed to a fresh-water Mayan cenote (or natural sinkhole) and dive into the…
What's Included
  • Professional, bilingual, attentive staff.
  • Round-trip transportation from most hotels in Cancun and Riviera Maya.
  • Snorkeling gear.
  • Life jacket.
  • Snacks aboard the van (bottled water, fruit, and crackers).
  • Umbrellas.
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities.
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
Additional Information

Get ready to enjoy a day full of history, culture and adventure. Walk through the ruins of Tulum - one of the last cities inhabited by the the Mayan people. Explore two unique cenotes that are part of the world’s oldest underground river systems. Jump into Yalku - a breathtaking lagoon teeming with aquatic life and ideal for snorkeling. These are three…

Location
Tulum Archaeological Site
Carretera Federal, Cancun - Chetumal Km 230, 307
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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206adinam
Aug 21, 2025
Best Excursion! - My husband and I had the best time!!! Our tour guide Ximena was so sweet and gave us amazing history while also being super personable. Every part of this excursion is totally worth it and so fun! Definitely recommend getting thebphoto package!
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671shmuela
Aug 21, 2025
Tulum, Cenote, Yal Ku Lagoon, and Lunch - My wife and I had an absolutely fantastic time with our tour guide Ximena. She started us off in Tulum where she showed us the ancient Mayan houses, temples, and artifacts. Then we went to the Cenote’s where we saw lots of bats and Stalactites from this underwater cave. The last excursion we had was to Yal Ku Lagoon where we went snorkeling and saw many different types of fish (PS. Don’t splash as the fish will swim away from you). Lastly we went to lunch and while my wife and I keep kosher and couldn’t eat the food there, the food all looked fantastic! Pro tip: if you have the option of adding the photo package on you should do it, the pictures they get are amazing and they upcharge a bunch if you add it there.
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X4368wedavidc
Aug 11, 2025
Amazing!! - Our guide Mario "Gato" was a joy! He made this tour truly stand out from any and all the tours we've had. Yes, Tollum was awesome, yes, the cenote was breathtaking, snorkeling fun, ceviche lunch was the best I've had, but Gato's knowledge, wit and enthusiasm made the whole day very special!!! We'll be back.
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James_p
Aug 10, 2025
Tulum, Cenote, Snorkeling, and Lunch - Communication and logistics were flawless. It was a full day. Visited Tulum ruins with our knowledgeable guide Cory. Updated access since we visited in 2019. Next up was a cenote, the water was cool and refreshing. A few fish and the occasional bat to keep us company. Continued the day with snorkeling in a lagoon with hundred of colorful fish. Water was brackish, warm ocean water mixed with cold spring water. Saw Nemo and Dory. Finished the day with a wonderful lunch on the beach. A coatimundi stopped to watch us eat, hoping for a handout. All in all, a SUPER trip. A+
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Rachelina
Aug 9, 2025
Best Guide Sayuri - Sayuri was such an amazing guide. She had so much enthusiasm, so energetic, made sure to make it fun for us. She also provided us with so much history. Would definitely take another activity and hope she was our guide!
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Timothyrk1800ag
Aug 6, 2025
Playa del Carmen adventure - Cesar was awesome!!! Our tour started at Tulum, then cenote to snorkeling and then lunch. Cesar was full of great information and kept us moving along smoothly but not hurried. Richard was our driver and kept us safe and hydrated. Highly recommend Cancun adventures thru Amstar
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Jamiee776
Aug 2, 2025
Amazing - Tulum Adventures You’ll Never Forget 🇲🇽💦🌴 Today was unreal! We explored the ancient ruins of Tulum, full of history and breathtaking views of the Caribbean. Then we cooled off by swimming in a cave and snorkeling through crystal-clear cenotes — absolutely magical. If you’re headed this way, book with Cancun Adventures and ask for Micael (aka Be Strong Micael) — the best guide ever! Funny, full of knowledge, and made the whole experience unforgettable. 💪🏼 Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting a mix of culture, nature, and adventure!
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Localityrome
Aug 2, 2025
Memorable Day - We were seven sisters on a birthday trip celebrating my sister’s 40th birthday, from the beginning to the end it was amazing, Micael our guide for the day, made the experience all the better, with details and visual effects, all while keeping the group in an upbeat atmosphere creating a sense of bonding within the group, at the end of the day we parted feeling fantastic. Micael is a treasure and made our trip today a memorable one.
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Shannamoo
Jul 31, 2025
best excursion experience - It was one of the best excursions we've been on. Our guide was Jacob and our driver was Antonio. There were less than a dozen of us in a comfortable van. I wished we were picked up earlier to get to the ruins earlier because it was soooo hot and it would have been nice to be able to shop around the market area. Antonio was at the van to welcome us back with water and snacks. We went to a ½ open/close cenote then to Yal-ku Lagoon. We ended at a rundown beach club located on a beautiful beach. I wish lunch was before the cenote or lagoon or would have had more snacks. We were allowed to pick one item from the list. They served lemonade & a hibiscus drink, which was good. We had to protect our food & drink from all the flies. The beach was amazing but no there was no seating.
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1suprdad
Jul 29, 2025
Lalo is the best tour guide ever! - We booked with Cancun Adventures because we knew one of the employees. We booked online and we specifically asked for Lalo (Eduardo Cervera Espinosa) to be our tour guide. We repeated that request throughout the process and did everything online. Lalo and his partner (Sexy Galizia – not his real name) picked us up at the hotel on time, and headed off to pick up the other 8-10 guests at other hotels. When we had the full group, Lalo made sure to explain the day ahead, introduce himself, get the names of all the guests, and made a few jokes along the way. The van was clean, air conditioned, and had snacks/water for anyone who wanted something. Now we have known Lalo for a long time, but not as a tour guide. We can honestly say that we were completely astounded by the amount of knowledge and stories that he had to share. This is definitely his calling! Lalo knows so much about the history, geography and legends about the area. Not only did he keep us entertained, but he related it to different aspects about some of our group – things he just found out about us! He involved us in the stories, and kept it interactive. Our trip included visiting Tulum, a Cenote and Snorkeling. He took us on a tour of the Tulum area, and pointed out certain points of interest, while also allowing us all to explore on our own. The Cenote was also amazing. Unfortunately, they did not allow our own cameras, as the Cenote site wants to sell their own photos, but that didn’t stop our enjoyment. Lalo made sure that we got through the admission gate but also made sure that all of our lifejackets were secure. He led us through the cenote, and made sure that anyone who was a little worried or not as confident a swimmer had extra help. We went through some of the passages, and while there were other groups, we never felt rushed or crowded. Our snorkel trip was also filled with wonder. The driver (Sexy G) even let one of the people borrow his waterproof case for their smartphone. Pictures were allowed in the snorkeling and again – Lalo made sure that everyone got through admission gates quickly, had extremely secure lifejackets and no one was in any kind of danger or felt left behind. We saw lots of different fish we know we would not see anywhere else. Lalo explained things all along the way and made sure that everyone was safe and having a great time. We ended our day with a lunch with choices of meal (that we selected earlier that day). Lalo was also adding little bits of knowledge throughout the day based on things that we saw, or questions that were asked. Honestly, Lalo was the best tour guide I have ever had on any trip. Our sons were thoroughly entertained and they paid attention to the stories about the culture, the history, and the wonder that is Mexico. The next visit will definitely include another Cancun Adventures trip, and we can’t wait to have Lalo as our guide again – the best tour guide in the best tour company in all of Mexico!
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From $199
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).