Akumal Monkey Sanctuary with ATV tour and snorkelling in Cancun
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Akumal Monkey Sanctuary with ATV tour and snorkelling in Cancun

4.6/5

Excellent
4 reviews
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£136.00
Free cancellation
Language: Spanish, English, French
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll learn about how rescued animals are cared for at the Akumel Monkey Sanctuary
  • There's an opportunity for you to get behind the controls of an ATV for a ride through the jungle
  • Cenotes are unique to this part of Mexico, and you'll have the chance to swim in one
  • The tour wraps up at Akumel Bay, where you can throw on a mask and snorkel and go for a dip
  • This trip is led by an expert local who knows the area and places you'll visit really well
What to expect

Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula is loaded with wild landscapes, and you'll have a chance to dive into them on this full-day itinerary. You'll tick off everything from a visit to a monkey sanctuary to an ATV ride in the jungle, with some snorkelling in Akumal Bay thrown in for good measure. Javier, an expert local guide, says “this activity is perfect if you want to leave the big cities and hotels behind for a while and experience Mexico's greener side. Cenotes, wildlife, beaches, jungle – you'll encounter them all.”

You'll start your day with a visit to the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary, a place where rescued animals from around the area are looked after and treated. You'll be shown around by one of the people who work here, and you'll be introduced to some of the primates and birds currently being cared for. Then, you'll switch things up a few gears for an ATV ride through the jungle. You can get behind the controls of a vehicle as you head to a cenote tucked away within the greenery. These natural, freshwater sinkholes are unique to this part of Mexico, and your guide will tell you about their cultural significance before your chance to hop in for a swim.

When you're done here, you'll make your way to today's final stop, Akumal Bay. This sandy spot is known from Tulum to Cancun as one of the area's top snorkelling spots. And that's exactly what you can do here. To make things even better, Akumel Bay is known for its native turtle population, so it's likely you'll share the waters with these gentle reptiles during your visit.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • Just so you know, insurance is mandatory for this experience. You can pay for it at check-in when you arrive and it costs $15 USD per ATV
  • Transportation has an extra fee: from Cancún Zona Hotelera, it's $20 USD per person (minimum six passengers)From Puerto Juárez or Costa Mujeres, it's $25 USD per person (minimum six passengers)
  • The minimum age for ATV is five years, and for snorkelling is eight years
  • Just a heads-up, a port tax means there's a $10 USD charge at check-in that goes toward reef reforestation and caring for local turtles
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Provider
TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6 /5

Based on 4 reviews from verified customers


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    Mark

    Verified booking

    5

    5 December 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    It was exceptional value for money. We did all 4 activities for around 100/120 per person. It was amazing! Couldn’t recommend enough!!!

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    Rikki

    Verified booking

    4.6

    3 December 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    The package is a good blend of activities. It took 7 hours but we didn’t feel rushed or like the day dragged. Our only issue with the package is the restriction of sun cream or bug spray (even the bracelets weren’t allowed). The monkey sanctuary is in the middle of “jungle” with lots of bugs and the snorkelling is constant sunlight. If you’re prone to burning or bug bites, dress accordingly.

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    Jordan

    Verified booking

    5

    8 September 2025

    Travelled with family


    Best value for money trip we did. (Myself and 8yo). Action packed from drop off where multiple staff greet you. Insurance forms are given to fill in and an extra payment for quads. Towels and water shoes required for exploring the cenotes. Life jackets provided. Lockers available if required. Demo of quads with goggles, hair nets and helmets provided. Short boat ride to turtles which costs £79pp alone with other providers. Well organised. Pictures available to purchase at the end of trip.

  • S

    Solo traveler

    Verified booking

    3.8

    24 April 2025

    Solo traveller


    To manage expectations, it would be useful for TUI to add more information regarding this experience. I was a solo traveler and the only customer to be picked up from my resort. The driver did not pass on any information and I was expecting a tour guide to be picked up on route, as per other tours. However, this did not happen and we were dropped at the sanctuary and then had to work things out from there. Staff tried to get me to pay additional insurance fee at reception.

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