AKUMAL MONKEY SANCTUARY
Animal lovers and families will love visiting Akumal Monkey Sanctuary & Rescued Animals during their vacation to Puerto Morelos. This sanctuary is ideal for anyone who appreciates wildlife and nature. It’s home to a variety of primates and other rescued animals, providing a unique opportunity to learn about these remarkable creatures and the challenges they face due to human activity and environmental changes.
The Akumal Monkey Sanctuary is built on five core pillars: a Research Centre and Professional Practices program for studying and training experts; Rehabilitation, Relocation, and Reintroduction Programs to help animals recover and return to their natural habitats; Environmental Education to raise awareness about conservation; Animal Welfare to ensure the health and safety of all residents; and Fair Trade, which supports Mayan communities through local crafts.
Consider taking a day trip from Puerto Morelos to the sanctuary to support the welfare and conservation of both exotic and indigenous animals. You’ll have the chance to meet rescued species while enjoying a fun and educational experience.
Choose from a variety of tours, including exhilarating ATV rides through the Mayan jungle that lead to a stunning cenote for swimming and cooling off. You can also snorkel in Yal-ku Cove or take a guided tour of the sanctuary, interacting with snakes, macaws, and even primates. Pick the tour that suits you best, or explore one of the exciting combo packages!
Akumal Monkey Sanctuary Tour
Explore the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary & Rescued Animals to discover the diverse species they care for. This family-friendly tour offers a fantastic day out, featuring spider monkeys, capuchin monkeys, macaws, fallow deer, snakes, and more. During your visit, you’ll engage with these animals through educational connections, observe their natural behaviors and expressions, and have the opportunity for respectful interactions. You'll also hear the inspiring rescue stories of each species, gaining a deeper appreciation for their journeys and feeling connected to their unique community.
General Info: This tour is 2 hours, your ticket includes entrance and a bilingual guided tour within the sanctuary facilities. It includes educational links with various species such as snakes, macaws, and monkeys. Also included are natural water and fruit water. You can include a swim in the cenote, and roundtrip transport for an additional cost.
$70 Adult's Entrance
$50 Children's Entrance
Akumal Monkey Sanctuary Tour + Snorkeling
Experience a half-day family adventure exploring the vibrant wildlife of Mexico's Mayan jungle and Caribbean waters! This tour includes a guided visit to the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary & Rescued Animals, where you can learn about various species and even interact with macaws, snakes, and primates in a fun and educational setting. You'll also snorkel in Yal-ku Cove, a hidden treasure of the Mayan Riviera, where saltwater meets freshwater, providing a beautiful backdrop for swimming and relaxation. Dive into this unique ecosystem, home to colorful tropical fish and breathtaking natural scenery!
General Info: This tour is approximately 4 hours long, it runs daily from 9AM. Your tour includes a bilingual guided tour within the sanctuary facilities. It includes educational links with snakes, macaws, and primates. Also included is the transfer and entrance to Yal-Ku Cove, and snorkeling equipment. Natural water and fruit water, as well as a box lunch. There is a minimum age for children of 5 years old. You can include roundtrip transport for an additional cost.
$120 Adult's Entrance
$90 Children's Entrance
Akumal Monkey Sanctuary Tour + ATV + Cenote
Experience a half-day family adventure in the stunning Mayan jungle of Akumal! This tour includes a guided visit to the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary & Rescued Animals, where you can learn about and interact with various species, including macaws and snakes (does not include interaction with primates). You’ll also enjoy an exhilarating ATV ride along dirt roads to exclusive underground caverns, where you can cool off and swim in a refreshing cenote, surrounded by beautiful stalactites and stalagmites.
General Info: This tour is 4 hours, it runs daily from 9AM and 1PM. Your tour includes an ATV ride through the jungle, safety glasses and helmets for adults and children, an entrance and guided tour of the cavern/cenote, an entrance, and a bilingual guided tour within the sanctuary facilities. It includes educational links with snakes and macaws. This tour does not include interaction with primates. Also included are natural water and fruit water. To ride the ATV there is a minimum age for children of 5 years old. The minimum driving age is 16 years or older. You can include roundtrip transport for an additional cost.
$110 Individual ATV
$170 Double ATV (Per 2 Pax.)
Akumal Monkey Sanctuary Tour + ATV + Cenote (With Monkey Interaction)
Embark on a half-day family adventure in the Mayan jungle of Akumal! This tour features a guided visit to the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary & Rescue Center, where you can learn about and interact with various species, including macaws, snakes, and primates. Plus, enjoy an exhilarating ATV ride along dirt roads to hidden underground caverns, where you can take a refreshing swim in a cenote surrounded by stunning stalactites and stalagmites.
General Info: This tour is 4 hours, it runs daily from 9AM and 1PM. Your tour includes an ATV ride through the jungle, safety glasses and helmets for adults and children, an entrance and guided tour of the cavern/cenote, an entrance, and a bilingual guided tour within the sanctuary facilities. It includes educational links with snakes, macaws, and primates. Also included are natural water and fruit water. To ride the ATV there is a minimum age for children of 5 years old. The minimum driving age is 16 years or older. You can include roundtrip transport for an additional cost.
$144 Individual ATV (Per Pax.)
$238 Double ATV (Per 2 Pax.)
ATV + Cenote + Snorkel
Embark on an exhilarating adventure through Mexico's Mayan jungle in Akumal aboard an ATV. Navigate dirt paths surrounded by lush nature until you discover a breathtaking cavern adorned with stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and columns. Within this awe-inspiring space lies a cenote, perfect for a refreshing swim in its crystal-clear waters. The tour then heads to the coast, where you'll find the hidden treasure of Yal-ku Cove. This serene inlet, where saltwater mingles with freshwater, is an ideal spot for swimming and relaxation. Grab your snorkel and dive in to explore the vibrant tropical fish that inhabit the cove.
General Info: This tour is approximately 4 hours long, it runs daily from 9AM. Your tour includes an ATV ride through the jungle, safety glasses and helmets, an entrance and guided tour of the cavern/cenote, as well as the transfer and entrance to Yal-Ku Cove, and snorkeling equipment. Natural water and fruit water, as well as a box lunch, are also included. There is a minimum age for children of 5 years old. You can include roundtrip transport for an additional cost.
$110 Individual ATV
$170 Double ATV (Per 2 Pax.)
Akumal Monkey Sanctuary Tour + ATV + Cenote + Snorkel
Embark on an exhilarating adventure as you explore the region's wildlife on this guided tour! Your journey kicks off at the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary & Rescued Animals, where you'll engage with rescued animals and learn about their inspiring stories. Next, gear up for an adrenaline-fueled ATV ride through the lush Mayan jungle, navigating dirt paths surrounded by vibrant nature until you reach a breathtaking cavern adorned with impressive stalactites, stalagmites, and columns. Here, take a refreshing dip in a crystal-clear cenote. Finally, unwind at the serene Yal-ku Cove, a hidden treasure where saltwater mingles with freshwater. Grab your snorkel and dive into a colorful underwater paradise filled with tropical fish in this stunning location!
General Info: This tour is approximately 7 hours long, it runs daily from 9AM. Your tour includes educational links with snakes, macaws, and primates, an ATV ride through the jungle, safety glasses and helmets, an entrance and guided tour of the cavern/cenote, as well as the transfer and entrance to Yal-Ku Cove, and snorkeling equipment. Natural water and fruit water, as well as lunch. There is a minimum age for children of 5 years old. You can include roundtrip transport for an additional cost.
$189 Individual ATV
$284 Double ATV (Per 2 Pax.)
