The coast of the Riviera Maya changes its face in just a few kilometers. Some beaches are lined with beach clubs, others remain wilder. The wind, currents and arrivals of sargassum vary daily: it is better to check the conditions the same morning.
Playa Paraíso · Tulum
The postcard of Tulum: clear sand, turquoise water and view of the coastline near the archaeological site. It is easy to integrate into a day's visit, but also very busy.
Xpu-Há
A long bay between Tulum and Playa del Carmen, popular for its calm water and open sandy areas. You can spend the day there without the intensity of the hotel zone.
Akumal
A protected bay famous for its seagrass beds and sea turtles. The visit is regulated in order to limit the pressure on the animals and their habitat.
Soliman Bay
A peaceful bay north of Tulum, protected by the reef and punctuated with small seaside addresses. The atmosphere is residential and more confidential.
Punta Allen · Sian Ka’an
At the end of the coastal road, the beaches of the reserve offer a much wilder landscape. The journey is part of the experience, between mangroves, lagoons and open sea.
The most beautiful beach will be the one that suits your pace: Playa Paraíso for the icon, Akumal for supervised snorkeling, Xpu-Há for an easy day and Punta Allen for the feeling of the end of the world.
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