Xcalak beach: A Corner of the World to Disappear in

Not to be confused with Xcalacoco, Xcalak Beach is one of the most remote beaches in the whole of the Riviera Maya. This sleepy little town is the perfect place to escape civilization, hide away in a secluded corner of Mexico, and just rest.

What and Where is Xcalak Beach?

Would you like to visit a small fishing village? The entire population of Xcalak is less than 300 people—less than the seats in a 747 commercial airplane! As you can imagine, the locals are not rushing to transform their village into a big tourist destination. There are no Starbucks or Hard Rock Cafes here. Just a quiet and undisturbed place to rent a small, but comfortable cabin and sleep close to the water. Most people fly to Cancun, rent a car and drive about 6 hours south on Highway 307.

But is there anything to do in Xcalak Beach?

Don’t expect long walks on the beach in Xcalak, as the sandy stretches are not too long. However, being a fishing town, you probably guess what the main activity is. The Xcalak National Reef Park is a protected marine region that stretches for 25 miles off the southern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula. It’s the perfect place to fish—especially if you like fly fishing.

As you can imagine, the Xcalak National Reef Park also offers beautiful underwater views for the snorkeling and diving enthusiast. Or, if you’d like your heart to pump a little faster, you can also go kite-boarding or stand-up paddleboarding. And the activities are not just water-exclusive, as you can also take a bike ride around the place.

Guided tours around Xcalak

Though Xcalak is secluded there are a few places to visit nearby that offer guided tours. The Zaragoza Canal is where the Chetumal Bay meets the Caribbean Sea. And, if bird spotting is your thing, you can kayak to the mangrove La Aguda, home to 40 different species of birds.

If you’re looking for a vacation to escape the pressures of your everyday life and disappear for some time (not literally), Xcalak is the perfect corner of the Earth to do so—we wouldn’t be surprised if you start considering becoming a local yourself.

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