Mayan Beach
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The World is My Oyster
Orlando, FL19,499 contributions
Feb 2021 • Couples
Definitely a very unique beach, as the Mayans ruins overlook the entire beach. It wasn't possible to go on it though due to the newest covid restrictions.
Written 4 February 2021
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B1714D
Belgrade, Serbia15,388 contributions
Dec 2020
Thanks to its fantastic position Tulum archeological site is one of the most visited and photographed ones. For more info on how to visit it, please read my detailed review about it.
As I mentioned in that review, I carried my backpack with swimwear and towels all the way in that heat in order to swim beneath - on the Mayan beach.
Unfortunately it is NOT possible - the stairway to the beach is CLOSED due to Covid until further notice. You can only admire it from the cliff above.
As I mentioned in that review, I carried my backpack with swimwear and towels all the way in that heat in order to swim beneath - on the Mayan beach.
Unfortunately it is NOT possible - the stairway to the beach is CLOSED due to Covid until further notice. You can only admire it from the cliff above.
Written 27 January 2021
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Rowena
2 contributions
Dec 2020
Beautiful place, with turquise waters, nice vibes, the drinks at the beach club are just amazing. Highly recommended!
Written 3 January 2021
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jaybeeFL
Palm Harbor, FL3,095 contributions
Jan 2020
You can reach this small, beautiful, white sand beach via a staircase from the Tulum archeological ruins. The stairs are located as you traverse the path to approach the Castillo along the cliffs overlooking the water. The beach appeared quite busy the day we were there. There is no fee for the beach as it is a public domaine and your entrance fee for the ruins allows beach entry via the stairwell but be sure to bring towels etc. if you plan to go down to the water.
Written 16 December 2020
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Tina N
Temecula, CA27 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
We visited the Ruins but the stairs down to this beach was closed due to COVID. We wanted to let other visitors know that you can still access the public beach. When you exit the Ruins, go left down the path. You’ll reach a public beach access, where all the taxi drivers are hanging out and entrance to the Santa Fe Beach Club. Enter the path and when you get to the open beach, go to the left. It’s an awesome beach for adults!
There’s plenty of space, you can see the Ruins in the distance, and the most clear water, beautiful stretch of beach. You’ll find chill European sun bathers and beach goers. It’s such a relaxing time! We loved it here!
There’s plenty of space, you can see the Ruins in the distance, and the most clear water, beautiful stretch of beach. You’ll find chill European sun bathers and beach goers. It’s such a relaxing time! We loved it here!
Written 22 October 2020
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Rhi21
Arlington, VA405 contributions
Jul 2020
My husband and I walked along this beach and enjoyed the views of the towers from the shore. The ruins are closed due to the pandemic but hoping one day when life is 'normal' we will return to visit the ruins.
Written 23 July 2020
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Emily B
Tulum, Mexico23 contributions
May 2020
I came for a dawn photoshoot and wasn't disapointed. We got amazing shots on the white sand and rocks, and there was an extra special magic in the air from being so close to the Mayan ruins. Gorgeous location.
Written 27 June 2020
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Olenka
Northampton, UK579 contributions
Dec 2019
Has to be visted very first thing in the morning as later it's packed with tourists. It's very small, so gets crowdy very quickly. The view from above from the Mayan ruins is more beautiful than the beach itself.
Written 8 June 2020
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Dawn
Ottawa, Canada48 contributions
Mar 2020
This is well worth it! Visit the Mayan temple at Tulum and walk along the shoreline. Excellent opportunities for stunning pictures along the bluff overlooking the ocean. Lots of iguanas to spot amongst the ruins.
Written 28 March 2020
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T Paquette
Tappen, Canada14 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Was such a nice surprise. We wound up staying for a couple hours, never knowing it was even an option. Small cave to the right that was fun to explore. Snorkeled and saw lots of fish. We did spot a small manta ray, so shuffle those feet! They hurt a lot!
Written 6 March 2020
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RSJune17kad
1 contribution
Hello when setting for snorkeling, what is the normal depth of the water people are taken to?
what way your best few experiences her I don't want to waste time at a crappy spot
Patrick
Philadelphia, PA87 contributions
The wind was blasting off the ocean when we were here and the water was full of Sargassum Weed. We went down on the beach under the ruins. It was fine, crowded and beautiful. I would pick another beach for a day, but you can take a quick dip here.
Is the beach public to everyone?
denisf255
Toronto, Canada1,253 contributions
Yes
djreynolds1945
West Richland, WA
I will be in tulum for 7 days this summer and was wondering if renting a car is a good idea there?
natythoughts
Phoenix, Arizona21 contributions
I haven't had any experience with renting a car there, but from my personal experience, if you're staying close enough to food and what not, I would stick with taking a taxi or bus. If taking a taxi, I'd ask for a trip estimate before getting in, just to avoid getting charged extra. Have fun!!
Emiliano L
Rafaela, Argentina6 contributions
Buenos días voy a estar viajando la semana que viene a Playa del Carmen, donde me alojare y quisiera saber que es mas conveniente, si pagar una excursion guiada a Tulum o alquilar un vehículo y dirigirse hasta ahí? Si saben los precios de las excursiones y alquileres de Autos me vendría perfecto.
Jorge S
Buenos Aires, Argentina225 contributions
Indudablemente es mucho más económico manejarse por cuenta propia. Lo más caro es pagar la excursión que, en nuestro caso, incluyó Ruinas de Tulum, Xcacel y Xcacelito (playa virgen y cenote) y Ruinas de Cobá con posterior visita a una familia maya auténtica. Te tienen de aquí para allá, con horarios y tiempos preestablecidos y uno no puede alterar nada de eso. Y es caro, son precios para yankees. Se puede y se debe regatear, se consiguen buenas rebajas.
Alquilar un auto te da mucha mayor independencia pero te obliga a averiguar por tu cuenta qué lugares visitar, pagar un guía en las ruinas porque para ver construcciones todas rotas sin saber de qué se trata no vale la pena, tener un GPS o algo para no perderse (algunos accesos fuera de la ruta no son tan fáciles) y además está el riesgo de algún siniestro vial del cual nunca sales indemne económicamente por más buen seguro que quieras pagar (lo cual encarece mucho el alquiler).
Por último, lo más barato claramente es manejarse con el transporte público pero también es lo más incómodo y además no sé si llega a todos estos lugares o a qué distancia te puede llevar.
Lo que sería imperdonable es que estando en Playa del Carmen, no conozcan estos sitios de Tulum. Suerte!
Danielle H
Ottawa, Canada12 contributions
What beaches in Tulum are public? We want to be able to bring in a cooler with our own food and drinks.
jmrss93
Columbia, MD35 contributions
Yes, the beaches are public. You don't have to climb down the steep stairs at the peak of the Tulum ruins though. In the parking lot area, on the right side is the path to the Cenote. Walk down the sand path [as if you are going to the Cenote] and there will be a few open areas to walk out onto the beach - no steep climb. Plus, there are a lot LESS people in this area of the beach
Jaki Z
Santa Fe, Argentina25 contributions
Se cobra para entrar? hay lugares para comer? alquiler de camastro?
Andres G
Cali, Colombia82 contributions
De acuerdo a mi experiencia SI se cobra por que se ingresa por las ruinas. una vez se hace en recorrido en la ruinas se puede caminar hasta la zona de playa ( que no pude conocer por que estaban en temporada de desove las tortugas)
espero te sirva.
argeve
New Jersey1 contribution
Hello, I am going to Riviera Maya for my summer vacation. I really want to go to Tulum but am wondering if in order to get to the beach do you have to do a tour. Or can you just go to the beach and still get a view of the pyramid?
analogic
curitiba85 contributions
That's a really good question actually. I think Martin A is right. But let me warrant you...if you go to Mayan Beach, it has to be experienced from the descent, otherwise, what would be the point in going to Mayan Beach? The beach itself is consistently pristine along the beach coast, and going to Mayan Beach just to go the beach is nothing different from any segments of the beach along the coast. The Mayan Beach experience is experiencing the descent from the pyramids and ruins, and experiencing what they were feeling/seeing centuries ago. That's what makes it nirvana...not the beach itself. I don't know how much of that entry fee they use to help maintain the sites, but in my head, I am paying to preserve the historical site. I hope this helps! :)
BNKraham
Philadelphia, PA3 contributions
My wife and I are planning to spend ten nights in Tulum and will be going to the beach every day.
We will be there in Mid March and are worried about the seaweed on the beaches.
Do you have any travelers that have been there over the past few weeks that can give us some info?
Thank you, Barry & Nanette Kraham, owners of Casa Tzampoc in Guatemala
jules34994
Stuart, FL13 contributions
There was accumulated seaweed at a few beaches, but in general very little was around.. They do a great job of keeping the beaches beautiful and weed free!
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- Hotels near Mayan Beach:
- (0.98 km) Villa Pescadores
- (1.01 km) Kai Tulum
- (2.07 km) Mezzanine Colibri Boutique Hotel
- (2.67 km) Mi Amor Colibri Boutique Hotel
- (2.49 km) Teetotum Hotel
- Restaurants near Mayan Beach:
- (0.10 km) Zona Maya Tulum Restaurant
- (0.76 km) Salciccium Tulum
- (2.06 km) Mezzanine Thai Restaurant & Bar
- (2.04 km) Tulum Cervecería Artesanal
- (2.29 km) Casa Maria