The first encounter: learn and have fun!Discover the dolphin’s best-kept secrets in a safe and fun-filled environment. You will be surprised by the great intelligence and friendliness of these wonderful marine mammals.You will also have the opportunity to hug it kiss it let it kiss you on the cheek and enjoy watching your new friend while it performs a series of amazing behaviors. They ....more
Live an exciting journey entering the jungle on one of our original all-terrain Mercedes Benz Unimog’s. Visit an isolated community of Mayans where your will discover the excitement of swimming in the crystal clear waters of an amazing cenote and snorkeling in a fascinating underground river.Delight in a peaceful bay of the Caribbean navigate in kayak to a beautiful coral reef where you will ....more
The only program in the world where you can interact with sealions manatees and swim with dolphins.This unique program brings you the ultimate interactive experience.Start your adventure with a behind-the-scenes tour where you will learn about how we care for the various animals. You will also help our experts in preparing the food for the manatees which you will feed to them during the pro....more
Club Akumal Caribe
Akumal, Mexico
In Akumal Mexico about an hour south of Cancun...Hotel Club Akumal Caribe located on the beach in Akumal only 25 minutes drive south from Playa del Carmen and a short drive from Mayan ruins in Tulum features a variety of accommodations from the economical Villas Maya to Cannon House Su..
Las Villas Akumal condominiums are spacious with expansive views from the beautifully tiled pool to the eye catching vista of the turquoise Caribbean. Snorkeling is just a few feet from your door. A refreshing dip in the ocean side pool or a nap in the shade of a palm are treats you wont want .
In Akumal Mexico about an hour south of Cancun...Villa De Rosas modern and deluxe condos and villas are located 60 miles south of the Cancun airport. Aquatech / Villas DeRosa has established itself as the favorite resort destination for cave and cavern divers visiting the New Frontier on t...
Akumal ('place of the turtle') lies 60 miles south of Cancun on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula in an area known as the Tulum Corridor. Laid back and off the beaten track, this tiny resort community originated as a section of a large coconut plantation.
It wasn't until 1958 that Mexican treasure divers salvaging a sunken Spanish galleon discovered great sport diving opportunities along the off-shore barrier reef. Pristine corals and sponges, frequent turtle sightings, silky white, sand beaches and terrific beach snorkeling have popularized Akumal with local divers and a discriminating group of visitors. Three dive operators serve the area.
Drawbacks exist for those who like 'pampered' diving-Akumal dive guides are friendly and helpful, but they do not carry, store or wash your gear. The diving is not 'easy' in terms of services. Divers 'schlep' their own tanks, weights and equipment to and from the boats. The boats are open, with ladders-no platforms, no sun canopies. On the other hand, most sites lie close to shore, a five- to 10-minute boat ride. Spear fishing is prohibited.
Akumal dive operators also offer divers and snorkelers freshwater tours to jungle pools or 'cenotes,' which are sunken limestone caverns with dazzling stalagmites and stalactites. These inland adventures include a jungle trek through nature's most exotic gardens.
Akumal's ocean scuba sites are gentle drift dives with easy pickups along a barrier reef that parallels the shoreline of Akumal Bay, neighboring Half Moon Bay and nearby Yalku Lagoon. Snorkeling opportunities exist all along the coast. The reef structure comprises three distinct systems running parallel to one another at progressively greater depths. The inner reef, a network of patch reefs, ranges from three to 35 ft, with huge stands of elkhorn and formations of boulder, brain and plate corals. An expanse of white sand separates the inner reef from the middle reef which is three miles long at depths from 40 to 55 ft. Several reef areas are shot through with coral caves and tunnels. Further out, a well-developed outer reef from 60 to 125 ft features more outstanding caverns and canyons. Abundant tropicals inhabit the patch reefs and the middle reef. Larger fish and turtles roam the outer reef. Frequent sightings of loggerhead, green and hawksbill turtles that nest along Yucatán beaches highlight many dives. Currents normally run less than one knot. Snorkelers exploring from the beach can swim up to the breakers on the reef. Conditions inside are normally calm, with depths from three to 20 ft.
Snorkeling in Akumal
Akumal Snorkeling Sites Uncrowded beaches, secluded bays and a healthy marine population make Akumal delightful for family snorkeling vacations. Akumal Bay's best snorkeling is off the beach in front of the Club Akumal Caribe. Depths range from three ft to 20 ft with coral heads leading out to the breakers at the barrier reef. A variety of corals, sea fans, sponges, reef fish, occasional moray eels, barracudas, jacks, grouper, sting rays, parrot fish and turtles inhabit the bay. Bottom terrain is sandy, with coral heads scattered about. Bay conditions inside the barrier reef are almost always tranquil.
Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay, about three minutes down the interior road from Akumal Bay, resembles Akumal Bay in terrain and marine life. This is a residential area, but anyone can use the beach.
Yal ku Lagoon
Yal ku Lagoon, at the end of the interior road, a short drive from Half Moon Bay, features partially submerged caves, throngs of fish and crystal clear, tranquil water. Fresh water mixing with seawater provides nutrients and aquatic plants that attract rich marine life. Big parrot fish, angels, Spanish hogfish, rays, juvenile turtles and spotted eels nibble on the plants around the rocks. A natural entrance from the sea ensures a constant mix of nutrients. The outlying barrier reef protects this magnificent natural aquarium from wind-driven waves and rough seas. Enter the lagoon from the head of the bay or climb down the big rocks anywhere along the shore. Guided boat and beach-entry snorkeling tours are offered by the dive shop at Club Akumal Caribe.
Barcelo Maya Palace
Akumal, Mexico
The All Inclusive Barceló Maya Palace the most luxurious in our 5-hotel complex is located on Mexico’s eastern coast between the sizzle of Cancun and the intriguing ruins of Tulum. With the glittering Caribbean Sea as the star player this Club Premium Barceló resort hotel is designed to env
Grand Palladium White Sand Resort Spa is built on an estate of over 1.220.000 m2 right on the sea front and near a superb access to the beach. Located only 20 minutes from Playa del Carmen and 7 minutes from the village of Akumal. It shares facilities with the Grand Palladium Riviera Resort
The Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya 5* luxe is the first of a 4 hotel complex situated on the Mayan Riviera just 20 miles from Playa del Carmen and 1 hour from the airport at Cancun. The property has several Mayan Ruins huge “cenotes” and 2 natural wonders together with 5 virgin beaches up....
