Akumal Beach, or, “the place of the turtles” attracts many tourists throughout the year due to its beautiful tropical weather, the deep blue sea, palm trees and, of course, the large sea turtles that populate the area. It used to be a small secluded community until the 1950’s. Now, it is a popular destination for…
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You can’t have a place as beautiful as the Riviera Maya, with its turquoise beaches and exotic wildlife, without some serious work from someone. Akumal Ecological Center is one such institution. Working behind the scenes, it has one main objective: do everything possible to make sure this place remains full of life for future generations…
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One of the main attractions of the Riviera Maya, and southeast Mexico in general, must be the rich and colorful wildlife. Though you’re bound to stumble upon it at times (sometimes when you don’t want to or expect it), it can be quite elusive, too. Birds are probably the most difficult to see up close,…
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Activities near Bahia Principe Grand Bahia Principe Grand is on Highway 307, between Tulum to Playa del Carmen. If you’ve ever been to the Riviera Maya, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of this highway before. It’s flanked by some of the most sought-after tourist attractions; Xel-Ha Park and the Tulum archeological site are only…
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There is more than one way to connect with the Riviera Maya. Some go to archeological sites, others, to eco-parks. Some snorkel on its beaches and some in a cenote. Yet another way is to mingle with the local community, as in Uxuxubi al natural. Meet the local Uxuxubi community Many tourist attractions around the…
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Punta Allen might be one of the most isolated places in the Riviera Maya, but don’t let that intimidate you: it’s also one of the most beautiful. A place that might give you a pretty good idea of what the Yucatan peninsula looked like before any human set foot here. Where is Punta Allen? At…
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If you’re looking for a day away from crowds, Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve can give you just that. This place is characterized by its beautiful virgin beaches, freshwater marshes, jungle and barrier reef. It is inhabited by a variety of animals (both aquatic and terrestrial) that can be seen during a tour. Its name comes…
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When was the last time you swam in a river as it joins the sea? There are a few places you can do that in the Riviera Maya, such as the Yal-Ku Lagoon, where you can experience the clash of two very different ecosystems. Where is the Yal-Ku Lagoon? Yal-Ku is in Akumal, between Playa…
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If you think a cenote is just a hole in the ground, Xenotes Tour is a great option to see the several kinds there are, as well as the different activities in them. Swim, row, rappel your way in five different cenotes. Once the transport picks you up in the morning, it’s a non-stop experience.…
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While the rest of the parks at the Riviera Maya offer one kind of experience or another, in Xcaret Eco Park you’ll find a little bit of everything. There are fun rides, historical sites, and even a nightly show that walks you through the basics of Mayan history. Xcaret Eco Park’s location is no accident…
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