Turtles, Puerto Aventuras, Lunch

The day starts at Lara y Luca Restaurant in Playacar, where the group meets the guide before setting off.

Overview

This trip from Playa del Carmen pairs a snorkel session with sea turtles in Akumal Bay with a stop in Puerto Aventuras, then finishes with a full restaurant meal back in town. Snorkel gear, bottled water, snacks, all fees and taxes, and round trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle are covered in the price.

The first stop is Akumal Bay, where the group snorkels with sea turtles. Next comes Puerto Aventuras, where the group spends an hour and a half before heading back to Playa del Carmen.

The tour caps the group at 13 travellers, as stated in the listing. The listing says most travellers can participate, and it suits anyone who wants turtle snorkeling plus a sit-down meal without organizing transport or gear themselves. Gratuities for the guide are optional and not included, and private hotel pickup can be arranged for an extra fee.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Meet At Lara Y LucaMeet the guide at Lara y Luca Restaurant in Playacar, Playa del Carmen. Optional private hotel pickup and drop-off is available for an additional fee.
2. Akumal BaySnorkel with sea turtles in Akumal Bay for 1 hour 30 minutes. The admission ticket is included.
3. Puerto AventurasSpend 1 hour 30 minutes at Puerto Aventuras. Admission is free.
4. Meal At Lara Y LucaReturn to Lara y Luca in Playa del Carmen for a full meal over 1 hour. Vegetarian options are available, and the meal includes a drink choice of bottled water, a soft drink, fresh fruit water of the day, or an ice-cold beer.
5. Tour EndsThe experience ends back at the same meeting point in Playa del Carmen.

What To Expect From The Tour

Here is what to know before booking, based on the listing details.

• What is included. Snorkel equipment, bottled water, a full lunch with a drink, all fees and taxes, and round trip transport from Playa del Carmen in an air-conditioned vehicle are all covered. The only listed extra is an optional tip for the guide. Private hotel pickup costs more if you want it.
• Group size. The tour runs with a maximum of 13 travellers, as stated in the listing.
• Pace and fitness. The listing does not describe the stops as strenuous, and most travellers can participate. It does flag some health restrictions, covered below.
• Food and drink. Lunch is at Lara y Luca Restaurant in air conditioning, with fresh dishes and vegetarian options. The included drink choice covers bottled water, soft drinks, fruit water of the day, or a beer, and a snack after the adventure is also included.
• Weather dependency. The experience requires good weather, according to the listing. If it is cancelled for poor weather you get a choice of a different date or a full refund.
• What to bring. The listing does not publish a packing list. Swimwear and a towel are the obvious basics for a snorkel trip, and snorkel gear is supplied.

Common issues. The listing flags several limits. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, is not recommended for travellers with back problems or pregnant travellers, and is not suitable for anyone with heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Cancellations inside 24 hours of the start time receive no refund, and the trip depends on good weather, so a storm day can force a rebooking or refund. Gratuities and private hotel pickup are extra.

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