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Located in the jungle within a 10 minute bike ride from the beach of Akumal,a town famous for its turtle nesting season. Our bungalows have private bathrooms with their own hot water showers, terrace, ceiling fan, linen and room ammenities. Within our premises you can enjoy and refresh in our cenotes. You will also find our Ceremonial center, where you can practice yoga, meditate or work. For the foodies we have the amazing Namaste Restaurant & Bar where fresh and healthy food and drinks are our signature to enhance your body and mind. You will also have free Wifi, free bicycle use and free continental breakfast. Some of our additional services that we offer are : 1. Tour to the Akumal natura RESCUE Environmental & Animal Management Unit with its own beautiful underground cenote located only 6.5 kms away. 2. Massages done by our most acclaimed masseuse Adrian that incorporates Thai style massage, Mayan massage, Reflexology, Aromatherapy and finishes with a calming singing bowl bath all in 1.5 hours. 3. Temazcal or Sweat lodge 4. Mayan Weddings 5. Cacao ceremonies Experience nature and peace in the comfort of our bungalows and the warm service of our staff.
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I ended up not being able to get to my hotel in Valladolid due to construction issues on the toll road and surly toll workers (I'll leave it at that). So, I turned around and headed down 307 toward Tulum. The sheer number of hotels is staggering, BUT finding something comfortable, safe, interesting at the last minute at a reasonable price is a challenge. ... Then, as if a Mayan goddess were watching over me, I found Akumal Natura Glamping ... and wow, just wow. First, the staff were great. An older lady (super kind) working on a computer in the open-air restaurant called for the front desk person (also super kind) and they gave me a glamping unit—at a discount from what was online. So, right off the bat, when I needed help, they did not try to take advantage of me. Instead, they treated me with kindness and honesty. The glamping setup was great, clean, comfy, private bath. The open-air restaurant was quite good. You do need mosquito spray when outside the tent, but that's a given anywhere in Quintana Roo. The setting and vibe of this place are extraordinary: there are two really beautiful cenotes you can swim in on the property, full jungle surroundings and sounds, gorgeous paths and lighting. Parking was right next to the front desk area. Everything felt very safe. I would definitely stay here again. I was in a rental car and the road there is bumpy (as are almost all roads in Yucatan except the highways), but it's really not that far. You drive through a little village, then just follow the GPS for a little ways up the dirt road. Just take it slow and maneuver around the potholes. It's so very worth it!!
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Response from Antonio Alonso, General Manager at Akumal Natura Glamping
Responded Jan 16, 2023
We are so happy to hear back from you! Thank you so much for writing us a review, as you said you were meant to stay with us and become part of the family. We hope this wont be the last time you come and stay with us. It always makes our day when recieving reviews like yours!
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We spent a week in the Tulum/Akumal area. And by far this was our most favorite experience. Cesar was our tour guide and he clearly has a passion for the work there, extremely knowledgeable and shared about the flora & fauna. We learned so much during the tour and tasted a tiny pepper. He demonstrated the links between the plant life and animals there, history and the importance of their work to maintain the Eco balance. Strongly recommend bringing deet free insect repellent, as there is an aggressive swarming mosquitoes, they do sell it and it actually works, we bought extra bottles to bring home. There were so many special moments. It’s really hard to pick which one the monkeys were especially adorable and we were allowed to hold their hand & pet them. We gave them peanuts and watched them swing around living their best life, a beautiful surprise when a bunch of wild monkeys chasing each other in the treetops and we just watched them for a while, we never felt rushed. It was amazing. I never thought my life I’d ever see anything like that. Truly special. They had many other animals that they are trying to rehabilitate however someone unfortunately have been abused and neglected, unable to be released so they take so they continue with their care. They need our support to continue their solid work. After learning and interacting with many other animals, and after our very humid walk, we jumped into the cool stunning underground cenote. We were with a small group so we had it all to ourselves a stark difference from the other cenotes we visited. But wait, there’s more! Then onto Milopena Honey tasting from the stingless Mayan, honey bee that only produces very small amounts every year and definitely had a unique floral citrusy flavor, so different from the traditional honey. It was expensive, but it made the perfect gift versus a traditional souvenir. All the proceeds go to their rehabilitation efforts. They have an on-site restaurant that provides many great options. We had the garlic whitefish it was excellent. I know there’s tons of things to do in the Yucatán but this definitely has to be in the top five.
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip:It’s hot and humid and the mosquitoes are aggressive so bring water comfortable, walking shoes,...
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Response from Antonio Alonso, Director General at Akumal Natura Glamping
Responded Nov 28, 2024
Hello! 😊 Thank you so much for sharing such a detailed and enthusiastic review of your experience at our rehabilitation center and cenote. We are truly delighted to hear that this visit was the highlight of your time in the Tulum/Akumal area. César and our entire team are passionate about what we do, and it fills us with pride to know that you enjoyed not only learning about the flora, fauna, and history but also the unique moments with the animals we care for so lovingly. The monkeys often steal the hearts of our visitors, and it seems they did the same with you! 🐒 Thank you for mentioning our mosquito recommendations and for supporting our initiatives by taking home the Melipona honey, a true treasure of the region. We're thrilled to hear you also enjoyed our delicious food at the restaurant—our garlic fish is one of our favorites too! Your support and kind words inspire us to continue working for the well-being of the animals and the preservation of the ecosystem. It would be a pleasure to welcome you again in the future. Thank you for helping us make a difference! 🌿💚 Warm regards,
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We did the Natura Rescue tour for the 2nd time. Cesar was our guide. The experience was even better than our first! So fun to spend time in the jungle learning about the native species (and a few non-native). Planting a tree, seeing wild monkeys on the property too (including a baby), and finally taking a dip in the serene and cool waters of their on-site, and un-adulterated cenote.... one of the highlights of our trip. The true highlight was Cesar's baby coati that followed us through the entire tour and interacts like a pet! Truly amazing experience. You do good work!
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Date of stay: January 2025
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Response from Antonio Alonso, Dueño at Akumal Natura Glamping
Responded Jan 6, 2025
Muchas gracias por tu amable comentario. Recuerda que con tu visita ayudaste al mantenimiento y la alimentación de las instalaciones y animales.!
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This was the highlight of my 7 day trip to Mexico's Yucatan. It was gorgeous, and the accommodations were extremely comfortable (I'm a city girl- CHicago, NYC, DC). Don't be afraid of the cold water showers- they are very comfortable and reasonably warm (and I am a wimp when it comes to showers.)
The staff was gracious, welcoming, and kind. There are two peaceful, beautiful cenotes on their property that you can enjoy. There is a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The breakfast is included, but it is a light continental breakfast (fruit, toast, yogurt, granola). They have additional breakfast items for purchase. I ordered the chilaquiles since I was travelling and didn't want to be hungry at the airport later that day.
Bring plenty of cash as food and excursions are easier to pay in cash. There is an ATM at the OXXO in the nearest town- it’s a 25min walk. The nearby town has excellent tiny, local restaurants. I had 3 of the best tacos of my life for $6.
This is an amazing location for a solo traveler, family, or couple. I hope to come back again someday with my nieces and nephew.
Would recommend to anyone!
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Antonio Alonso, Propietario at Akumal Natura Glamping
Responded May 4, 2021
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your Glamping experience with us, it was a pleasure to have received you at our accommodation. We will undoubtedly share your words with our staff as this will motivate us to continue creating better experiences. On behalf of the entire Akumal Natura team, thank you very much.
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Cesar was amazing and so informative! They are doing amazing work and the message that they’re sending out into the world is worth hearing. I strongly suggest you grab a cab and support this animal rescue over the commercialized monkey sanctuary, which is just a zoo. This place is trying to rehabilitate and protect animals and they need your help. And the cenote they take you to is breathtaking. Visit!!
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Take a cab from your hotel and they will order you a cab back. Bring cash for a guide tip. So...
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Response from Antonio Alonso, Dueño at Akumal Natura Glamping
Responded Jan 6, 2025
Muchas gracias por tu amable comentario!
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The truth is that I was quite disappointed with the place since I thought it was in the middle of nature, but it is enclosed between a wall and a perimeter fence... the service was normal... they said they offered yoga classes but when I arrived there weren't any. The modest breakfast…. But all dirty…. The toaster coffee maker etc mmmm I couldn't believe the bad hygiene…. The tent was good… and so was the cleanliness. I would not return….very little of Naruraleza and they are doing the work on the Mayan train and you sleep with the noises of the work… that is not their fault… very very expensive for what it is…
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Date of stay: January 2024
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We really enjoyed learning about what the nature reserve does for the animals & the environment. We hope others tske the upportunity, rdpecially thise that need to hear about & see what happens when you try to domesticate wild animsls. The true rescue aspect of it is also amaxing. The cenote was brearhtaking! Take the chance to change in the banyo if you want privacy ;). Also, note 2 banyos, one at start/end & one in middle of tour. Bring water, walking shoes, bug repellant, bathing suit, sunscreen, hat, msybe a microfibre towel for after cenote. Pics don’t do it justice!
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip:I recommend the early tour of you want to go slightly cooler in day.
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Response from Antonio Alonso, General Manager at Akumal Natura Glamping
Responded Mar 3, 2024
We greatly appreciate your comment and we are also pleased to hear about your pleasant experience with us.
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We did the Akumal Natura Rescue experience and we loved it, they showed us the excellent work they do to help animals, we walked through the jungle and finished with a swim in the most spectacular closed cenote I have ever seen. Thanks to César, we were lucky to have him as a guide and he made everything spectacular. We also met the melipona bees and tried their honey, which is very delicious!
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip:La experiencia Akumal Natura Rescue por la tarde es perfecta
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We spent a week there just before Christmas 2022. My wife and I, and a 6 year old girl and 3 year old boy.
The magic is in the adventure. This is not a sanitised 5 star all inclusive hotel (though the service was totally fine). You're staying in a jungle location, in accommodation that is between a hut and a tent. Surrounded by the most amazing wildlife. We got used to seeing a vulture every morning. To swimming with tiny turtles, in the on-site ceynote. To having our feet nibbled by fish. To the ginormous spider on the walk to breakfast.
We could get a tuk tuk from the door to an amazing beach. And nice restaurants. And the food here is also pretty good.
The trip to the sister company animal conservation centre was a massive highlight. With the kids able to handle a number of really exciting animals - but all done with a very pure spirit of conservation and rehabilitation.
Would highly recommend. Should be aware that there are lots of mosquitos, so expect to get bitten a bit. But that's part of the adventure.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Response from Antonio Alonso, Director General at Akumal Natura Glamping
Responded Apr 10, 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review. You and your family were a pleasure to have here during your stay. We are greatfull for your contribution to Akumal Natura Rescue, without people like you it wouldn't be possible!
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What a treat to escape the typical tourist attractions, to experience a highly interactive and educational journey within the Mayan jungle. From peering at miniature beehives in logs, to feeding abandoned parrots and falcons, we felt immersed. Our guide was well-versed and informative, plus he projected a Zen-like atmosphere throughout the journey. The grand finale has to be a plunge in the spectacular cenote located on the premises. You descend a long stairway to a platform, with pristine, tranquil waters all around. What a great way to cool down after a hot day!
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Date of stay: March 2020
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Response from Antonio Alonso, Propietario at Akumal Natura Glamping
Responded Jun 24, 2020
We are very happy to know that your stay with us was pleasant, we hope that you can come back so that you can continue enjoying our facilities and all that we have to offer. Thank you very much for your visit to our animal rescue center, know that with that you are making a big difference.
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Puerto Aventuras, Mexico599 contributions188 helpful votes
Me temo que llegar a pie es un poco lejos y quizás peligroso porque irías por la carretera federal donde los vehículos pasan a gran velocidad. En taxi está relativamente cerca
It's near the beach so it's hot, it's part of it, but it's not too hot.
We are in the middle of the jungle, so there are mosquitoes, nothing that a repellant can't fix
No lock box in the room. They do give you a lock and you can lock the tent. I didn’t feel the need. The people that work there are exceptional. The one Cenote is available 24/7. The breakfast was included. It is very simple, but, very good. Great coffee, Fresh Juice, fruit, real butter, organic honey and jam too! Very simple and simple is amazing. Everyone there went over and above to make my stay there excellent. Treat them well. It’s not the Four Seasons. For a Luxury camping, it doesn’t get any better. Excellent experience. Definitely plan on going again and taking a group.
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