What is the best time to see turtles in Akumal?
What is the best time to see turtles in Akumal? 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.
How do you see turtles hatching in Akumal?
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.
What time of year are turtles in Akumal?
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.
Can you snorkel at Turtle Beach?
Snorkeling – this area is known for good snorkeling when the waves are flat and the water is clear. You just might see some Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles swimming in the vicinity. Remember to stay clear of them. The rocky bottom also attracts other colorful marine life, so enjoy!
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.
What to do if a sea turtle approaches you?
When you see a turtle coming up the beach, keep your distance, turn off any lights you are using and crouch down low. Do NOT walk closer! Always approach turtles from the side. This gives them a clear view of you and a clear path ahead of them if they want to swim away.
What time are sea turtles most active?
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.
Can you swim in the ocean in Akumal Mexico?
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.
Can you see turtles from the beach in Akumal?
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.