Take a trip to Akumal Monkey Sanctuary for a family-friendly guided tour. Meet the animals that call this place home – including over 20 different species – and hear about how they were rescued. You'll see colourful macaws, friendly snakes and playful monkeys, as well as learn about their natural behaviours from a knowledgeable guide. Plus, you'll find out about the sanctuary's conservation efforts – it's a great way for kids to understand why supporting these animals is so important. There are some exciting extras you can add to this tour for an extra fee too, like a swim in a cenote or snorkelling with tuirtles. Just a heads-up, transport isn't included in this tour.

Why you’ll love this…

You'll meet the animals living at the sanctuary and hear about their rescue stories
Kids and adults alike will love meeting macaws, monkeys and reptiles on your tour of the sanctuary
The sanctuary is dedicated to conservation, so you'll learn about their work protecting the animals

Important to know

Transportation is not included but it is available with an extra charge:· from Moon Palace Hotel to Puerto Aventuras: $300 pesos per person· from Dreams Tulum Resort & Spa to Tulum town and hotel zone: $300 pesos per person · from Barceló to Hilton Tulum hotels: $200 pesos per person
Please confirm your transport and timings with the rep at your hotel
Mandatory $100MXN per person (ADU/CHD) for a contribution to animal conservation, education, and welfare
You can add an optional swim at the cenote for $300 MXN pesos per person
You can add an optional snorkel with turtles experience for $300 MXN pesos per person extra to be paid at check-in
This activity lasts around three hours
Just so you know, if you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour, there is a change of $300 MXN pesos per person
The use of cell phones is not permitted during the monkey interaction for their own safety
Wearing jewellery is not recommended, particularly for women, as it may attract the monkey's attention. This could result in personal belongings being taken or in accidental scratches or minor injuries by the animals during the interaction
Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
Bring a hat
Bring insect repellent
Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Bring money for extras or gratuities
Food and drinks not included
Transfer is available for an extra charge
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Not suitable for those with reduced mobility