If you don't like the idea of snorkeling in the open ocean or if you just want a different snorkeling experience, this is a great place to go. There are many fish to see in the lagoon. This would be a great place to take kids snorkeling. The rental equipment was in excellent, clean condition.

I went to Yalku and Xcaret on my vacation in June. On Monday I went to Yalku and was blown away by how amazing this place was. There were hardly any people there, and the snorkeling was amazing. So many differnet types of fish and so many of them. The surrounds are great and the price is cheap.

I was expecting the same type of snorkeling at Xcaret and it wasn't even close, I'd say Xcaret snorkeling is 1/10 of how good Yalku is.

Xcaret is worth going to , its an amazing place, but Yalku is a must.

If you are a fan of snorkeling, you have to visit Yalku Lagoon. Its located in the small town of Akumal, Mexico. Its a short drive south of Playa del Carmen down highway 307. Theres a small charge to get into the park I think it was $6.00 U.S. but this includes equipment, if you don't have your own. The lagoon is very clear and calm and there are a lot of fish. We saw a sea turtle, barracuda and an eel just to name a few. We stayed in Playa and the seas were rough enough each day that snorkeling was impossible so we headed here for the day. The waters are so calm, you don't have to have any real experience snorkeling to enjoy it. My only complaint would be the sculptures that are all around the park, even out in the water. Although the sculptures themselves are beautiful, they don't really seem to belong in this beautiful lagoon. It kind of takes away from it by making it seem so commercial. Wonder who's idea this was???

This place is absolutely amazing! There is no reef to speak of here, but there is an abundance of fish and the water is totally calm and turquise. My wife is afraid of water and she had an amazing time here with a life jacket and our own snorkel gear. The crowds are fairly small (33-40 max) and it is a great place to spend the day sunning and snorkeling. It is only $6 for the day per person and you can come and go as you please from 8-5. We stayed at Vista Del Mar condos and just went to and from to get food and Cervezas as needed : ) A must see if you like natural beauty and snorkeling.