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Akumal Monkey Sanctuary

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  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 3 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

By visiting the sanctuary, you'll not only get to see cute and fascinating primates, but also learn about the important work being done to protect and care for animals in need. You'll gain an appreciation for the challenges facing animals in the wild, and how we can all play a role in preserving their habitats and ensuring their well-being. In addition to the monkeys, you'll also get to see a wide variety of other animals, from exotic birds to majestic snakes, each with their own unique story and importance to the ecosystem. The sanctuary is committed to educating visitors about the importance of protecting these animals, and the role that each of us can play in creating a more sustainable future. Plus, a visit to the sanctuary is a great way to support a worthy cause. With Mexico's new animal protection laws, sanctuaries like this one are becoming even more vital for the care and rehabilitation of animals in need.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Monkey Bonding at special areas

What's not

  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Transfer service from Tulum or Playa del Carmen
  • Lunch buffet available for an extra fee
  • A mandatory Conservation, Education, and Animal Welfare fee of $100 MXN per visitor (ages 5 and up)

Itinerary

  1. One of the most unique aspects of the Akumal Monkey Sanctuary is its commitment to education and animal welfare. Through engaging programs, the sanctuary raises awareness about conservation and responsible coexistence with wildlife. During your visit, you’ll meet a variety of rescued animals—from playful monkeys to impressive boa constrictors—each with a powerful story. Learn about the challenges they faced and the efforts to rehabilitate and return them to the wild when possible. Tours are limited to 20 people, allowing for a respectful and intimate experience that deepens your connection to nature and the sanctuary’s vital mission.

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

4.4

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 8 travellers
Operated by
TulumAdventure Mexico
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

How it compares in Playa del Carmen

  • Its from-price is 34% below the median of the 34 attraction tickets we list in Playa del Carmen.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 7 of 34.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen is a relaxed Riviera Maya beach town with a buzzing pedestrian avenue, white sand, and cenotes, reefs and ruins close by.

Quinta Avenida, the town's long pedestrian street, runs parallel to the beach and is lined with shops, cafés, restaurants and bars that stay busy late. The beaches are wide and white, with Punta Esmeralda a local favourite for its shallow lagoon, and the water is warm and clear for much of the year.

Top-ranked sights in Playa del Carmen: Rio Secreto Nature Reserve, Fifth Avenue (Quinta Avenida), Cirque du Soleil Joya.

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