Is it easy to see turtles in Akumal?

And the green area around the coastline marks the free swimming area. As the turtles are largely concentrated in the deeper red areas, it is very difficult to see turtles independently. Of course, as they are wild animals and can go where they like, it's possible you'll see a turtle while swimming in the green zone.



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The best time to see a turtle while Akumal snorkeling is May through November, (great lodging options then too) during their nesting season. But, there are usually turtles all year-round.

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May to November is the nesting season for the sea turtles in Akumal, Mexico, and when you are most likely to see them near the beach.

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Akumal beach's turtle season is the same as along the rest of the coast. Nesting takes place from April-October, while the majority of the hatching takes place in the latter three months of August, September and early October.

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Bahia Principe Hotel has a special area on the beach, where they keep and protect the nests. You can enter through the public access to see the nesting area and the estimated dates for hatching. On Akumal Beach, you will also see some nests with dates on top, to determinate when the baby turtles will be born.

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Akumal attracts people worldwide with its beautiful white sand beaches, crystal clear waters and abundant sea life. Snorkeling and diving enthusiasts can swim in the bay with the famous giant turtles and explore the shipwrecks. However, it is forbidden to touch marine animals and corals.

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Mud and musk turtles are most active after dark but can also be proactive by day. Visitors can often observe the small turtles foraging on the bottom at night. Common and alligator snapping turtles are primarily nocturnal, though they may occasionally be seen swimming near the surface during the day.

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Is it usual (or how rare is it) to see turtles or hatchlings on the beach? Both are usually active at night and most of our volunteers have yet to see a turtle lay a nest or a nest to boil (hatch). So consider yourself very lucky if you happen to encounter sea turtles.

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Snorkeling and Scuba Diving at Akumal Beach If you want to swim with turtles, reef fish, rays, and hundreds of other fish, it's the best place along the coast. And one of the best places in the world to go snorkeling.

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The beach at Akumal is a public beach. It is free to enter. There is no charge to lay on the beach on your towel nor is there a charge to enter the water (with or without snorkel gear).

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This is a very popular area for birding, running, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. This beautiful short, and easy route will take you along the beaches of Tulum parallel to the sea.

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For example, the coastline south of Playa Del Carmen and past Akumal can sometimes be reported with high levels of seaweed.

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