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    Cenote Tortuga

    4.5 (29 reviews)

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    Cenote Tres Zapotes - the first out of four cenotes
    Jooy C.

    Really enjoyed this cenote experience, more so than some of the less "natural" ones around Tulum. It only cost about $20 per person (cash only) and our small group paid an extra $20 to get a private tour. If you want to take your time exploring and taking pictures I would suggest paying extra for the private tour guide! There was a bit of confusion when we first got there due to the language barrier - we almost paid for lockers then realized we could just leave our stuff in our car. They also made it seem like we couldn't bring our phones but our tour guide helped us leave & grab our stuff throughout the different caves. There are four cenotes. The first was my favorite and probably the easiest for pictures since it was completely open. The other 3 were caves, where we swam through to one opening and came out on the other side. Ladies, your entire body will get submerged underwater so don't wear too much makeup. Got to see some bats which I did not expect! Overall a cool experience, and the water was very clear and beautiful. Right outside the cenote areas there are some bars and restaurants that you can chill at before or after your tour.

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    Jackie X.

    Cenote casa tortuga is a great place if you're looking to hit many cenotes for a good price! For three of us, it was 1950 pesos for four gorgeous cenotes and zip lining. You could spend just two hours here or all day! Two cenotes go through caves where you are required to be with the guide and wear a life jacket. The other two cenotes are huge and you may return without your guide and stay as long as you like. The zip line was fun and easy, going between two towers. You could see a lot of the jungle and you even pass over a cenote. You must take a shower before going into the cenotes because sunscreen and other stuff on your skin can damage the water's health. There's also a restaurant and a few more places for snacks and drinks. It's cash only (when I went).

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    Beth S.

    What a great deal! 4 cenotes for $25, which included life vest, googles and an hour tour (15 min per cenote). It is crowded but super efficiently run, so you won't wait long or be anywhere too packed. It is cash only, so be prepared. There is also a bar at first cenote where can run tab, which is good cause after tour is over you can go back to any cenote to hang out and the first one is best set up for this. The first two cenotes are open air and easily accessible. There are steps, low platforms and high platforms to jump from. Lots of fun. The last two cenotes require going underground a bit and through some caves, but you never go completely underwater. The settings are stunning and will make you want to take lots of pics to show what an amazing time you are having in a fabulous place. Lockers available at front to store stuff, make sure to wear water shoes. No sun tan lotion allowed.

    A view of the cenote
    Diane Z.

    We felt this tour would give us the best for the money and it didn't disappoint. The guide was good - we did have to request him to provide instructions in English which he did flawlessly. We swam, we walked, we jumped in all of the cenotes! Very beautiful natural water and cold!! It was bearable and almost comfortable. I would recommend water shoes and something waterproof to carry your phone, we did neither and wish we did. Parking was easy if you have a rental car. Make sure you bring 50 or 100 pesos for the lockers to store your valuable that you don't want to get wet or take with you. Enjoy it!

    Cesar C.

    easily one of the must do things when coming to tulum. The tortuga cenote was extremely close to our hotel ( less than 15 mins drive ), we were also able to buy admission tickets [ admission/tour guide/ and a few others items ] at sale discount through our hotel... short drive, admission at sale discount, made this fun outing a no brainer. there big signs along the freeway, you will go through to a few "gates" the first one is pretty quick, the guard will tell you which way to go, since there aren't many signs and is a dirt road. in the 2nd gate or "check in reception", we parked and gave the people behind the desk/lobby our receipt from the hotel, we also had wristbands provided by the hotel. finally arriving to the "estacionamiento" or parking lot, there is a shack where the tour guides are waiting. there are lockers, bathrooms, outdoor showers, a small restaurant. heads up, if you have put on sunscreen or bug spray, you will need to rinse off before leaving for the cenotes. there are 3 total cenotes at tortuga, hmm... tortuga? isn't that the spanish word for turtle? yup! are there any around? we asked... nope, so the cenotes on the map have a turtle shape hence the name. they asked if you want a photographer in addition to the tourguide but blah... we had our gopro and we just asked our tourguide to take photos for us. tips: get there early! the cenotes will be more beautiful with less people around, our group was 4 people, i can't imagine 12 people swimming around. the waters are crystal clear and we even saw bats and plenty of fish! tips, also bring a water flashlight for better lighting when going in the dark areas, not so bad since the tour guide has one. there are also some cool places to jump or dive in the cenotes! thank you again casa tortuga cenote staff, we had a great time!!! oh almost forgot... the lockers required a $3 usd deposit, refundable! also bring watershoes, and something to hangon to the key... and goggles!

    Chantell B.

    Fun time at Casa Tortuga Tulum. Really loved experiencing the four cenotes at this location. Our guide named Kevin who was really nice and very helpful with our friend who was a non swimmer. We did not do a private tour and didn't feel overcrowded with our group. We spent an adequate amount of time at each cenote. They have lockers to store your things. I would recommend bringing your own towel, waterproof cellphone case protector, and swimming shoes. They provide life vests. A photographer travels with your group and our pictures turned out nice. A little pricey but try and get many photos with your group so you can split the cost. Get there early to avoid crowds. Overall nice experience and would return again.

    Jefe D.

    Fantastic Cenote experience near Tulum! Not far from Tulum and you can get a cab or drive there. I paid 400 pesos to get in but includes a guide, 3 cenotes, and snorkeling gear. The guide we had was fantastic and fun. He really did a great job with explaining each cenote and the area. It was really fun exploring and swimming in the cenotes. They also have a bar at the second cenote so you can relax and grab a drink! They have restaurant, gift shop and lockers if needed.

    Ginelie C.

    Chuy was outstanding! Gave us the best personal tour! Gave us a ton of information while being super helpful with pictures!!! If you get a personal tour definitely ask for Chuy

    Exiting a cave
    Daniella D.

    Our visit to cenote tortuga was amazing! Pay at the first reception $400 pesos per person (22$ with our exchange rate of 18). That gets you a guide, life jacket & snorkel for the trip through 4 cenotes. 1 is open air with 2 jumping points & several walk in & outs. It's basically a semi circle. If not a strong swimmer I suggest use of life vest. The other 3 are through caves. All are gorgeous! Must wear life vest through these. No tight squeezes but cave ceiling low at times. Felt totally safe with Alberto our guide & he was extremely nice & made the trip so much fun! I highly recommend a visit.

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    Great place good staff . Beautiful and refreshing after a afternoon at Tulum ruins . Very interesting and a unique experience.

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    Really enjoyed this cenote experience, more so than some of the less "natural" ones around Tulum.

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    City of San Miguel de Cozumel - Perfect day and a great lunch.

    City of San Miguel de Cozumel

    4.1(13 reviews)
    52.9 km

    I love the City of San Miguel de Cozumel, or COSMC for short. I just made that up. You're welcome,…read moreCozumel Tourism Board. Here's another: "U and ME belong in the middle of COZUMEL." That's on me. Ok, and how about: "What's that z'mel?? Cozumel!" (I'll work on that one). Anyway... This is a great place to go for clearer water when Playa Del Carmen is full of seaweed. And for when you need a change of pace and you want vendors to push bikes, cigars, jewelry, and stuff in a different location. The city, which is a lively and easily accessible port city, is pretty much Playa Del Carmen's 5th Avenue with a breeze. I found a place to rent electric bikes (skip the vendors- they only have manual bikes) and rode to the reef Dzul-Ha at Money Bar. It's not spectacular by any means--- you won't be finding Nemo--- but it was shallow, free, easy to access, uncrowded, clean, and had amenities. If you want to see the ruins and more, you will likely need a scooter instead.

    My husband and I have visited the city of Cozumel twice when we were on cruises, and we have…read moreenjoyed this city. Cozumel has beaches, wildlife, fun activities, restaurants, shopping, etcetera. Tourists can get by with speaking English and with using the U.S. dollar. For our first visit years ago, I am not sure that we scheduled a shore excursion. I think that we just wandered around and found enough activities to do, such as visiting a zoo, going on a chocolate tour, and eating at a restaurant. For our most recent cruise, we scheduled an excursion that was a drive away, but we did spend some time in Cozumel, where we saw many stores that sold jewelry, clothing, beverages, and souvenirs. Overall, I think that Cozumel is a good city to visit if you are on a cruise.

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    Zona Arqueológica de Tulum - Architecture

    Zona Arqueológica de Tulum

    4.4(236 reviews)
    8.7 km

    Tulum was a pre-Columbian, walled Mayan city that is located on a cliff on the Yucatán Peninsula…read moreoverlooking the Caribbean Sea. It was inhabited from the 13th to 15th centuries and played an important role in defense and trade. My husband and I toured the Tulum ruins with a tour guide. The site was walkable, although the weather was very sunny and hot. We saw the structures El Castillo, a castle overlooking the beautiful shore; the Temple of the Frescoes, which has wall murals; the Temple of the Descending God; Casa del Chultun; and many others. The ruins were roped off, so we could see them only from a distance and not touch them, but they still looked impressive and interesting. We also enjoyed seeing wildlife such as iguanas. We have visited other Mayan ruins in Mexico and in Belize, and in comparison, I do recommend visiting Tulum.

    Our 2nd time to Tulum Ruins was great! We joined a tour this time and enjoyed it. Our guide was…read moreknowledgeable and very accommodating when questioned. We went on a March weekend and was surprised it was not crowded which was great. I would love to come back during sunset next time - the dramatic scenery, combining ancient ruins with a beautiful beach and the ocean view, will definitely be worth it!

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    Zona Arqueológica de Tulum - Looking directly into the sun with obsidian glass, like how the Mayans did it. Mayan ruins. Zona Arqueológica de Tulum, Parque Nacional.

    Looking directly into the sun with obsidian glass, like how the Mayans did it. Mayan ruins. Zona Arqueológica de Tulum, Parque Nacional.

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