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Akumal Beach, Akumal

4.3
#1 of 1,047 in Parks in Mexico
Must see · Beach · Nature / Park
Swim with adorable sea turtles at Akumal Beach, located in a small town that serves as a welcome relief from the overcrowded Cancun and Playa del Carmen. Home to just over 1,000 residents, the town provides plenty of tourist-oriented amenities, while several outfits operating on the beach itself offer snorkeling gear for rent and guided experiences for novice turtle enthusiasts. Simple shacks scattered across the long beach sell snacks, fish specialties, and cold drinks. The optimal time to see the beach's reptilian residents is between May and November, when the turtles come ashore and lay their eggs. Plan to see Akumal Beach and other attractions that appeal to you using our Akumal trip maker app.
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Tours to Akumal Beach

FROM $99 BOOK WITH VIATOR Swimming in an area known for Turtles and Cenotes Tour
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FROM $90 BOOK WITH VIATOR Tulum Ruins and Swimming With Turtles Day Tour
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4.4
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  • By MichiganPilot
    Very nice but busy. Ate at a a local restaurant-Akumal Caribe on the Beach which was good. Have been here before.  more »
  • By Gary B
    We chose the resort because of the recommendations of the beaches. DROP DEAD BEAUTIFUL!!! YES, I saw & followed a sea turtle as i was snorkeling. Lots of turtle nests Ali g the beach! See the...  more »
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  • By Dr. Mike Sun
    Too expensive, but has excellent view front beach and free parking
  • By Sabrina Parker
    This beach is beautiful. You do have to pay to park which was 50 pesos and it was 100 pesos to pay to get in the beach and use the locker, bathrooms, and showers. The beach has a bar, restaurant, and a few small store that sell beach gear and sovineers. To snorkel with the turtle you will have to pay the tour guides. Really a pretty beach with a nice chill atmosphere. Also this beach didnt seem to have the seaweed problem that some other beaches have in the summer months.
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