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Cenote Aktun Bej: Descend Into the Secret Heart of the Mayan Jungle This is not just another tourist cenote. The entrance to Aktun Bej was discovered by a local Mayan explorer after a mystical dream revealed its exact location. Beneath a large flat rock hidden in the jungle, a secret descent appeared, leading to an untouched underground world. Today you can be one of the few travelers to see it. An Underground Adventure Climb down 25 meters through natural rock passages, some so narrow that only one person fits at a time. Every step takes you deeper into a virgin cave with no construction and no crowds, exactly as nature left it. Float in Mid-Air Your reward is a breathtaking main chamber with water so crystal clear you can see the bottom 45 meters below. Swimming here truly feels like floating in mid-air. A Sacred Beam of Light During the March Spring Equinox, a small natural opening in the cavern ceiling lets in a single beam of sunlight that lights up the water. A sight very few people on Earth have witnessed. Good to Know - Duration: about 2 hours. - Included: cenote access ticket. - Minimum age: 8 years. - Location: Tulum–Cobá highway km 34 (Manuel Antonio Ay), about 35 minutes from Tulum. You arrive on your own; transportation is not included. - Open daily from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. - Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers or anyone with claustrophobia. Not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Recharge your soul and energy in one of Tulum's most magical and least-known hidden gems. Book now and live the adventure!
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Mariana Swift
February 1, 2025 - Verified booking
Perfect snorkeling experience. I parked at the north entrance of Jaguar Park and took the streetcar to the beach. We saw dozens of turtles, rays and lots of coral.
Pierre JAEG
March 12, 2025 - Verified booking
Magnificent dive, we took the 2 hour package and saw many fish in the corals, several rays and sea turtles. All this with few people so as not to disturb the animals too much. The promise was kept
Robert
April 27, 2024 - Verified booking
Awesome day, great staff and wonderful experience! Accommodated for weather and ocean conditions. Reliable and trustworthy. A fantastic experience with sea turtles, sting rays and mantas. Can't say enough good things!
Maria C Mesa
April 27, 2024 - Verified booking
German and his team were amazing! Book this tour, you will not go wrong. My family loved the view of the Tulum ruins from the water craft. The snorkeling, according to all, was the best part of the trip. Fish, Manta Ray, Turtles, etc. all viewed.
GetyourGuide traveler - United Kingdom
April 27, 2024 - Verified booking
AMAZING FUN ACTIVITY SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE. They provided life jackets and flippers for us and taught us how to use them as I was a beginner and never had experience snorkeling. I am not a strong swimmer so the instructor had me stay by his side and showed me all the sea animals. I had an amazing time I won't forget.
Jairo and Eduardo
June 4, 2024 - Verified booking
Jairo and Eduardo on Yaya were amazing!! Jairo was great at showing us all the cool places underwater. He pulled our 9 years old son around the entire time allowing him to enjoy the show!! Eduardo was a great captain and very informative. Glad we experienced this adventure! Sea turtles and rays were so much fun to watch! Thank you Jairo and Eduardo!
Pete N
April 27, 2024 - Verified booking
The staff were very nice. Our taxi driver called them to get exact directions somewhere to go and they were extremely helpful. We were a few minutes late and they chose to wait for us. The tour guide was very good in the water about showing us special things like turtles, etc.. He went deep into the water and found a big. Lobster living under the coral came and got my phone, put it on video and dived down and took a video of it. We had a great experience with them and a lot of fun.
Federica P
May 5, 2025 - Verified booking
Great time! The snorkeling activity tour was incredible. We saw a lot of different marine animals and our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable!
Szilvi P
March 12, 2025 - Verified booking
Amazing experience! The trip was amazing! I saw a lot of turtles and stingrays, and we had lovely tour guides. I would recommend this activity! Thank you so much!
Rebecca T
February 20, 2025 - Verified booking
Lina and Rebecca Great snorkeling! We were basically the only boat out which made it feel like a private tour. Saw everything from nice turtles up close to stingrays and fish.
Kristine H
April 10, 2025 - Verified booking
Very organized! Professional and courteous. Highly recommend! Highly recommend! Organized and professional! Very good guides, beautiful water and overall was a great experience. Our first time to snorkel her and would definitely come back.
Alicia Lacey
February 26, 2025 - Verified booking
So many turtles and beautiful scenery! Excellent snorkel trip and Captain/crew. We saw many fish, sting rays, and TURTLES! The ruins and beach are beautiful! Book a reservation at a beach club so you can make a whole day of it and drive in without having to pay extra and take bus.
Lauren H
March 2, 2025 - Verified booking
We went to the location given to us and we hopped on our boat and took about 2 hours snorkeling at 2 different locations. My husband and I Loved it!! Was well worth the money. The other people that were suppose to be on our boat didn't show up so we got a private snorkeling experience!
Chris B
February 9, 2025 - Verified booking
Great Trip in Tulum I want to say Thank You to German and the staff for accommodating my parter and I on our adventure. We were a little late to the excursion and German waited for us to show up. We were grouped up with a bachelor party and it was a great time. The captain of boat and his first mate were very helpful and kind. I would recommend this company for foreigners and locals.
Alexander
December 9, 2024 - Verified booking
Without a doubt, one of the best experiences I have ever had: an impressive view of a hidden animal world, a good and relaxed organization and a fair price with no hidden costs. Absolute recommendation !!!
Sarah
March 6, 2025 - Verified booking
The communication was excellent. The equipment on the boat was excellent. The guides had brilliant local knowledge of the best places to spot turtles and other wildlife. They were considerate of the environment.
Ricardo
March 9, 2025 - Verified booking
Very friendly guide, fun and good equipment. It was fun and we saw a shark, two sea turtles, several rays and of course lots of fish. It is very clear not to touch anything, which I think is a good thing. It is already something special that there are still so many animals on the reef.
Rose
February 23, 2025 - Verified booking
It was very well organized and communication was smooth. The tour started with a photo session in front of the ruins. The first place we stopped to snorkel was really magical. We saw lots and lots of turtles, some manta rays and many other types of fish. The visibility was excellent. ¡We recommend this tour to everyone!
Andrea
December 17, 2024 - Verified booking
Really well organized activity! First of all, at all times there is a feeling of maximum security with the captain who gave us clear instructions to move without problem. We were provided with life jackets and all the snorkeling gear (fins, masks). Our tour included a stop in front of the Mayan ruins (just for photos), then the next 45 minutes to snorkel over the coral reef. finally a third snorkeling stage shorter but right where the turtles swim. Overall, it was a fantastic experience that deserves the highest rating. I would still like to highlight the professionalism of the crew. Go ahead! Super recommended!
Christian
February 26, 2025 - Verified booking
It was a geat experience. All the staff and guides were very helpful. It was amazing seeing the sea turtles in their natural habitat.
szilvia
March 12, 2025 - Verified booking
The trip was amazing! I saw a lot of turtles and stringrays, and we had lovely tour guides. I would recommend this activity! Thank you so much!
A607CU
March 2, 2025 - Verified booking
My husband and I loved it!! Was well worth the money. The other people that were suppose to be on our boat didn't show up so we got a private snorkeling experience!
Aliciala
February 26, 2025 - Verified booking
Excellent snorkel trip and Captain / crew. We saw many fish, sting rays, and TURTLES! The ruins and beach are beautiful! Book a reservation at a beach club so you can make a whole day of it and drive in without having to pay extra and take bus.
