Mayan Underworld

Snorkeling and Cenote Tour
Tulum

This half-day tour combines snorkeling on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef with a visit to an incredible private cenote and cave. The experience begins in the ocean, where guests can snorkel among a wide variety of Caribbean fish, with the possibility of spotting a stingray or sea turtle. This activity takes place in an inlet or bay to avoid waves and currents, making the snorkeling safe and easy.

Cenotes are one of the most remarkable features of the Yucatan Peninsula’s landscape. These extraordinary caves are filled with beautiful limestone formations, stalactites, and columns. What makes them truly special is the rainwater that floods them, creating phenomenal clarity, striking reflections, light effects, and a mystical atmosphere that feels completely unique.

Cenotes have also played an important role in the history of the peninsula and its people. These natural wells were, and still are, considered sacred, as they provide access to water, the vital element of life. In traditional Mayan belief, they are also seen as entrances to the Underworld.

The tour includes a visit to an exclusive cavern where guests can admire different types of formations and learn about their evolution while walking through underground chambers and galleries for approximately 600 meters. This setting offers the perfect opportunity to understand the significance of these caves for the people of the Yucatan Peninsula.

During the first part of the cave, guests walk through water about 1 meter deep (3.5 ft) before reaching an area where the ceiling has collapsed and natural light enters the cave. Here, guests can swim in deeper water under natural light. This creates a truly magical and, for some, spiritual journey through the Mayan Underworld.

WHO IS THIS TOUR FOR?

  • The Mayan Underworld Tour is perfect for people eager to snorkel near Tulum, mixing snorkeling surrounded by colorful fish, and the exploration of a stunning underground cenote.
  • Basic swimming skills required, but life jackets are provided.
  • This tour is not recommended for highly claustrophobic people (the roof top inside the cave is around 6 meters high with smaller sections).
  • The shared group tour is accessible from 6 years old. 
  • If you would like to do this tour with kids under 6 years old, you can book the private tour. 

Tour itinerary:

  • 7:00 - 8:00 am Pick up time
  • Snorkel with caribbean fish
  • Explore a private underground cenote
  • Local Lunch*
  • 2:00 -  3:00 pm drop off

*Please inform of any specific dietary requirements in advance.

Highlights:

  • Caribbean sea life
  • Snorkel
  • Speleology - cenote
  • Mayan cosmovision
  • Spirituality

Inclusions:

  • Transportation in Air conditioned Van with cooler (fruit, water, snacks) for the guests accommodated in Tulum City and Tulum Hotel Zone
  • Guide
  • Snorkel, mask, adjustable fins and waterproof lamps
  • All entrance fees
  • Water and snacks (fruit, seeds and granola bars)
  • Local lunch

Not included, can be added at extra rate:

  • Transportation in air-conditioned Van for the guests accommodated outside the Tulum area

Not included:

  • Gratuity

Important note:

For the group/shared tour, children must be 6 years or above to participate. Guests wishing to join with children younger than 6 years old must book a private tour.
For private tours, children aged 0–3 years are free of charge. When booking a private tour, please select only the number of guests aged 4 years and above, and note any children aged 0–3 years in the Additional Requests field.

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Daily at 7:00 am
Duration: Approximately 6-7 hours

Arrival Instructions / What to Bring: - Guests will be picked up at their villa/hotel. Precise pick up time will be confirmed at a booking time.
- Bring: Comfortable clothes, comfortable shoes, water shoes/sandals, bathing suit, water shoes/sandals, bathing suit, sunglasses, towel, camera, clothes for sunglasses, towel, camera, clothes for protection against the sun, biodegradable protection against the sun, biodegradable sunblock, insect repellent, hat, a reusable sunblock, insect repellent, hat, a reusable bottle for water and some cash for tips bottle for water and some cash for tips and souvenirs.

Additional Notes: Shared group tours require a minimum of 4 participants to operate. If the minimum number is not reached, the provider reserves the right to cancel the tour. In such cases, guests will be contacted and offered an alternative tour or a full refund.

The service is available to the public and can be booked by anyone.

Booking Policy Full payment is required at reservation.
Booking needs to be made at least 48 hours in advance.

Cancellation Policy - Cancellation policy: 20% is non-refundable upon booking. For cancellations within 7 days of the service/activity, no refunds are provided
- Change requests: Reservation changes after a service/activity is confirmed is subject to a $35 change fee.

*** Isle Blue experience team hours of operation: 5AM to 3PM EST.
For urgent after hour issues on confirmed reservations, please contact the service provider directly.
OPTION PRICE
Adults and children 9 years and older (Shared Tour) Children 6 - 8 years old (Shared Tour) 1 Person, 4 years and above (Private Tour) 2 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour) 3 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour) 4 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour) 5 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour) 6 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour) 7 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour) 8 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour) 9 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour) 10 Persons,4 years and above (Private Tour) Pick ups between Conrad Tulum by Hilton and Puerto Aventuras, per person Pick ups between Puerto Aventuras and Paradisus Playa del Carmen, per person Pick ups between Sandos Caracol Playa del Carmen and Playa Maroma (Iberostar Gran Paraíso), per person Pick ups between Playa Maroma (Vidanta) and Cancun Airport Area, per person Pick ups between Cancun Airport Area and Cancun Downtown, per person Pick ups between Cancun Hotel Zone and Puerto Juarez ( Isla Blanca ), per person Pick ups between Cancun Downtown and Cancun Hotel Zone, per person $149.00 $134.00 $340.00 $480.00 $615.00 $800.00 $950.00 $1,080.00 $1,260.00 $1,360.00 $1,530.00 $1,700.00 $10.00 $20.00 $30.00 $40.00 $45.00 $60.00 $55.00
Type: Adults and children 9 years and older (Shared Tour)
Price: $149.00
Type: Children 6 - 8 years old (Shared Tour)
Price: $134.00
Type: 1 Person, 4 years and above (Private Tour)
Price: $340.00
Type: 2 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour)
Price: $480.00
Type: 3 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour)
Price: $615.00
Type: 4 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour)
Price: $800.00
Type: 5 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour)
Price: $950.00
Type: 6 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour)
Price: $1,080.00
Type: 7 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour)
Price: $1,260.00
Type: 8 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour)
Price: $1,360.00
Type: 9 Persons, 4 years and above (Private Tour)
Price: $1,530.00
Type: 10 Persons,4 years and above (Private Tour)
Price: $1,700.00
Type: Pick ups between Conrad Tulum by Hilton and Puerto Aventuras, per person
Price: $10.00
Type: Pick ups between Puerto Aventuras and Paradisus Playa del Carmen, per person
Price: $20.00
Type: Pick ups between Sandos Caracol Playa del Carmen and Playa Maroma (Iberostar Gran Paraíso), per person
Price: $30.00
Type: Pick ups between Playa Maroma (Vidanta) and Cancun Airport Area, per person
Price: $40.00
Type: Pick ups between Cancun Airport Area and Cancun Downtown, per person
Price: $45.00
Type: Pick ups between Cancun Hotel Zone and Puerto Juarez ( Isla Blanca ), per person
Price: $60.00
Type: Pick ups between Cancun Downtown and Cancun Hotel Zone, per person
Price: $55.00

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Major credit cards accepted in US Dollars.

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