Private Tour, Photos Included

Because it is private, only your group participates, and one couple who had never snorkelled and could not swim said the format worked well for them.

Overview

Your group meets a host at the 7-Eleven on Akumal Beach and walks to the beach access together, and then a guide takes just your party into the water where turtles, rays and fish are seen.

Gear is part of the package: snorkeling gear is provided, along with entry to the Tsuuk Akumal nature park and use of its bathrooms, showers and lockers. The guide carries a camera and takes photos and videos during the swim, which are sent to you afterwards. One traveller reported receiving the files within two days.

It suits couples, families with children, and nervous or first time snorkellers who would rather not join a large group. One reviewer specifically preferred this private option over a big group tour. Hotel pickup and private transportation are not included, so you make your own way to the meeting point.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Meet At 7-ElevenMeet the host at the 7-Eleven on Akumal Beach, in the Yodzonot area of Akumal. The host greets you there.
2. Walk To Beach AccessThe host accompanies your group to the beach access for the Tsuuk Akumal nature park.
3. Snorkel With TurtlesYour private guide takes only your group into the water for the one hour session, swimming over the turtle area with chances to see rays and fish.
4. Return To Meeting PointThe activity ends back at the meeting point. Photos and videos from the swim are sent to you after the tour.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you get the most out of the hour, based on the listing and on what past guests have written.

• Getting there. There is no hotel pickup or private transportation included, so plan your own route to Akumal Beach. One reviewer mentioned being helped to find parking after getting lost, so it is worth allowing extra time to find the spot.
• Swimming ability. The listing says most travellers can participate, though it warns against joining with serious heart problems. One couple who had never snorkelled and could not swim said the private format made it work for them, so the pace can be adapted to your group.
• Photos and videos. The guide photographs and films during the swim and sends the files afterwards. Several travellers said the pictures and videos turned out well, with one noting delivery within two days.
• Go early. One reviewer recommended doing the tour early in the morning. If you can pick an early slot, it may suit your plans better.
• What is provided. Snorkeling gear, park access, and use of bathrooms, showers and lockers at Tsuuk Akumal are all included. Bring your own towel, swimwear and anything else you want for the beach, as the listing does not specify other items.
• Wildlife sightings. Reviewers reported seeing turtles, rays and tropical fish, and one described close encounters with the turtles conducted in a respectful manner. The guide leads your group through the water and answers questions about what you see.

Common issues. Transport to the meeting point is on you, and one reviewer described confusion at the initial meetup. The listing notes the tour is not recommended for pregnant travellers or anyone with serious heart problems. The whole experience depends on weather, and if it is cancelled for poor conditions you are offered a different date or a full refund.

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