Top Things to do in Yucatan Peninsula
Top Hotels in Yucatan Peninsula
Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Yucatan Peninsula, Yucatan Peninsula
Hidden gems of Yucatan, such as Tulum, Akumal, Chetumal, Chichen Itza and Merida, offer an authentic taste of Mexico. Akumal and more Caribbean-style Chetumal, near the Belize border, deliver delectable white-sand beaches and great snorkelling. Merida, Chichen Itza and Tulum, with their ancient ruins, offer a passage into the Yucatanâs native history. Nature lovers can jungle trek and swim in subterranean sinkholes filled with crystal-clear water. Bike around the ruins and hop between towns in colectivo vans.
Restaurants in Yucatan Peninsula
1. Maya Chan Beach
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,739 reviews
Private beach resort for cruise ship passengers.
Reviewed By plantemar
We visited Maya Chan Beach while on a cruise. It was perfect : super friendly staff, very good homemade food, excellent bar service, nice floating chairs and paddle board, nice sandy beach and refreshing pool. We had a beach cabana with chairs, day bed and hammock for ourselves. Could not ask for better because it was THE best. Can’t go wrong with this gem!
2. Akumal Natura Rescue
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 108 reviews
Wild animals and cenotes environmentalist tour. A guided tour of four hours in which you will meet more than 80 animals of 23 different species plant a tree, know the flora with its medicinal plants of the jungle and at the end you can swim in a magnificent illuminated underground cenote. To get there you have to go first to the meeting point at Akumal Natura Glamping (googleMaps). From there we will take our vehicle to the ranch with the animals, plants and cenotes. All togheter 4 hours experience.
3. Hayhu Beach Experience
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Hayhu is an Eco-Luxury Beach Club, totally surrounded by nature, located in front of a beautiful virgin beach with a near Coral Reef that is perfect for snorkeling and other water activities such Kayaking. Just relax and enjoy a premium grilled cuisine and signature drinks on a quiet distant, 5 star beach. We also have a Kiteboarding School, Beach Volleyball, Soccer balls and board games.
4. Playa Caracol
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 447 reviews
The touristy center of the region, with prestigious hotels, clusters of shopping plazas and the convention center nearby.
Reviewed By 394zden_kh
We think it is the most beautiful beach in Cancún. The water is nice and the sand is without small stones and seaweed.
5. Playa Langosta
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 372 reviews
Take the ferry from this beach to Isla Mujeres.
Reviewed By bXc8 - Brasilia, Brazil
This beach is very close to the Torre Escénica, on the northern side of the hotel strip. Almost no waves, great for kids and people afraid of the sea. The beach is clean and you can access it even if you are not staying in any of the hotels around.
6. Playa Delfines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,518 reviews
Reviewed By Nest_Of_Snakes - Mexico City, Mexico
If you are tired of the standard beaches along the Hotel Zone, visit Playa Delfines, a beautiful and very large beach with fine sand and slightly intense waves located near El Rey archaeological zone. Here, you can rent chairs and beach umbrellas as well as bring your own drinks and snacks. You will also find bathrooms, showers, "palapas" and parking lot, all these services totally free. Here you will also find a beautiful wooden lookout with the colorful "Cancún" sign that appears on many of the city´s postcards and brochures.
7. Dolphin Discovery Puerto Aventuras
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,275 reviews
Dolphin Dreams by Dolphin Discovery is the largest habitat in the Riviera Maya providing a unique experience with our friendly and playful dolphins, all of them born within our successful and worldwide recognized breeding program. Known as a luxury community, Puerto Aventuras is visited by international and local tourists seeking a warm, sunny and comfortable vacation distant from the crowds.
8. Akumal Beach
9. Xpu-ha Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,051 reviews
One of the Yucatan's most beautiful beaches.
Reviewed By LeslieD751
Fabulous beautiful beach with fun restaurants and 2 beach clubs. Had a relaxing day with wonderful ceviche and guacamole. Service and prices are highly recomend.
10. Isla Pasion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,838 reviews
Escape to a gorgeous secluded island. A beach paradise, known as Passion Island, the perfect place to relax and enjoy the Caribbean at its best! Just 15 minutes away from downtown, once in paradise you are invited to submerge yourself in a world of palm trees, hammocks, lounge beds, picnic tables and beach games. All age activities. Buffet lunch and open bar complementary.
Reviewed By Tricia824
Very large beach area with fun activities. Very clean bathrooms, clean beautiful beach, great food and okay cocktails. A little shopping area with vendors. I wish we could have stayed longer.
