X'cacel Beach is a white sand virgin beach, one of the few left in the Riviera Maya. To find it, you'll have to look for the sign on highway between Chemuyil and Xel-Ha. A small donation is required as the beach runs a sea turtle conservation program.
The donation not only gives you access to the breathtaking beach, but to a lovely freshwater cenote natural sinkhole. The snorkeling is good right off the beach at X'cacel. Take everything you'll require for the day, as there are not any restaurants or stores within close proximity. Recommended for Beaches because : X'cacel is still a pretty well-kept local secret, and they work to save and preserve sea turtles. Kristin's expert tip : Be extremely careful not to step on any mounds on the beach from April though October as they may be turtle nests and they may not be marked.
The white sand beach is located in a cove, so the water is a little calmer, which is nice for families with small children. Umbrellas and lounge chairs can be rented at La Playa Xpu-Ha and some afternoons they feature live music. Recommended for Beaches because : Xpu-Ha Beach is what you've been dreaming of all year; cocktails, ceviche and the aqua-blue Caribbean Sea. Akumal is a small beachfront town located about 60 miles south of Cancun between Playa del Carmen and Tulum.
Akumal means "place of the turtles" in Maya. Visitors can snorkel off Akumal Beach just a few yards into Akumal Bay and witness sea turtles snacking on sea grass. It is important to note that snorkelers should never touch or disturb the turtles. During nesting season late April to October , female adult turtles lay eggs on the beach at night.
During hatching season June to November , baby turtles instinctively make their way back to the sea. Akumal was officially founded in as a scuba diving community. Recommended for Beaches because : Akumal Beach is protected by a cove and visitors can swim with sea turtles here.
Kristin's expert tip : You don't need to take a tour to see the turtles in Akumal Bay. Just bring or rent snorkel equipment. Playa Maroma Maroma Beach , located at around km 55 of the Cancun-Chetumal Highway in the Riviera Maya, is considered by many to be one of the best beaches in the world due to its size, the incredible blue color of the water and amazing snorkeling right off shore. The southernmost part of the beach, Punta Maroma Maroma Point , is a great place to snorkel from.
Recommended for Beaches because : Playa Maroma has often been called one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Kristin's expert tip : If you decide to snorkel off Playa Maroma, be on the lookout for jet skis and boats.
It includes more than a million acres, numerous habitats and 23 small archaeological sites, some of which date back years. There are very few beaches here with "parking lots. To see more of the astounding beauty of the area, take a tour or arrange a fishing trip. If you'd like to spend more time here, there are small hotels and homes available for rent.
Recommended for Beaches because : The Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve is home to the last of the true virgin beaches in this area. Kristin's expert tip : You must bring everything you need for a day at the beach because there are no convenience stores or vendors here. Playa del Carmen, affectionately referred to as "Playa" by locals, is a funky cosmopolitan beach town located an hour south of Cancun.
Ideally, you should snorkel only from Punta Maroma as that would be the safest area. Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun is a stunning 5-star property and is an all-inclusive resort. If you are traveling with your spouse or with a group of friends, this is a great hotel to stay at.
Akumal is a quaint beach town south of Cancun. Snorkel from Akumal Beach and sure enough, you will be able to observe sea turtles! At night from April to October turtle nesting season , female turtles lay eggs on the beach. Once the eggs hatch from June to November, the baby turtles find their way back to the sea. Akumal is also an official scuba diving community so if you are looking to dive, there is no place better than Akumal.
The beach is surrounded by a cove so the water is calm and inviting. Simply bring your snorkeling gear and you can see turtles for yourself, without any extra charge! Hotel Akumal Caribe is an economical and comfortable 3-star hotel on Akumal Beach.
You will get easy beach access, an outdoor pool and a shuttle to and from the airport. I would highly recommend this hotel. The Xpu-ha Beach is a popular beach in Puerto Aventuras that locals and tourists alike frolic to.
As soon as you enter the beach, you will be stopped at the entrance by a family and asked for a fee. This is a white sand beach and it is also cushioned by a cove, so the water is a lot calmer and is great for families traveling with children.
You can also rent umbrellas and chairs from the aforementioned restaurant and enjoy a leisurely day at the beach. This beach is a quiet haven away from the slightly more crowded beaches at Cancun. The water is pristine and the white sand beach is a great way to work on your tan and get that crucial vitamin D! Hold on to your receipts from the restaurant so that you can get your entrance fee refunded on your way out.
Hotel Esencia is right on the stunning white sand beach and is surrounded by a garden on the other three sides. This is a 5-star hotel that will give you beach access and luxurious indoor and outdoor pools, among other things. The beach has a sea turtle conservation program, for which you will be asked to pay a small fee at the entrance totally worth it!
With that donation, you can not only enter the beach but you can also pay a visit to the stunning freshwater cenote in the area a natural sinkhole formed when limestone gives way to reveal water underneath. The beach comes highly recommended not only from me but also from people who have visited.
It is a great spot to snorkel and the access to the freshwater cenote is a double whammy! Pack yourself a picnic because there are no shops, cafes or restaurants in the area. You should also carry your own snorkeling gear.
There are not too many hotels in the area and you may have to travel at least a mile and a half to get to a 5-star hotel. But if you are okay with a budget hotel not too far from the beach, the Ecovergel Riviera Maya Hotel Boutique is not a bad option. Puerto Morelos Beach is not too far from Cancun and is a sleepy fishing village.
This is a wide white sand, virgin beach that is quiet on most days. You can spend the day at one of the beach clubs located on the beach or you can also make use of this time to snorkel. If you walk down to the dock, you can look at the lighthouse which was bent during the Hurricane Beulah. This is a very quiet beach and it is not too far from Cancun either.
You can simply drive off for a day and enjoy some time away from the bustling streets of Cancun. If you want to snorkel to the reef you will need to do so with an official guide because the reef is protected.
I would suggest you make advance arrangements for that. The Arena Beach Club is a hotel on the beach that offers a pleasant stay and easy beach access. This is a kid-friendly resort with a restaurant, bar and an outdoor pool. Need more help planning your Cancun trip? Or perhaps just want some more inspiration? Check these out next:. Christina Rado July 15, Be sure to park in the white curb areas to avoid getting towed.
Outside of the Zona Hotelera, sidewalks are often narrow and uneven, and curb ramps are almost entirely absent. The visually impaired may also find it difficult to get around on the city's busy streets are there are few sound-emitting crosswalks.
Similarly, colectivos and buses are not well set up for people with disabilities. If you have the budget, Cancun Accessible can arrange wheelchair-friendly transportation, tours and more for travelers with all kinds of disabilities.
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