You are sooo looking forward to some good beach time… finally you arrive there and 😳… it’s completely packed!
Suddenly your Mexican vacation dream of turquoise water, white sand and palm trees vanishes and reality hits you. Instead of having a relaxing time and getting a golden tan, you can’t find a decent place to sit and end up having to listen to loud music and your neighbors conversation.
So, if you’re like us and are looking to escape from the crowds (🙋🏻♀️) and enjoy a dreamy scenario, take note of these 5 secret beaches of the Mexican Caribbean. We guarantee it will be worth your while once you find these gems!
1. Xpu-ha
Located 20 mins from Playa del Carmen towards Tulum, here you’ll find many fun water activities such as snorkel, kitesurfing and stand up paddle.
Local tip: Don’t forget to walk all the way to the tip of the bay!
How to get there? Take a local highway van (Cancún-Playa del Carmen-Tulum) and ask the driver to leave you at the public entrance (not the beach clubs or glamping entrance). Once on the beach, walk to the left side and find your perfect spot!
Contact us for car rentals or private transportation.
2. Xcacel-Xcacelito
This hidden beach is a Marine Turtle Sanctuary and the best part is it has its own cenote!
Local tip: Try arriving early (closing time is 5pm) and experience releasing baby turtles when it’s turtle nesting season 🐢
How to get there? Located aprox. 19th km from Tulum towards Akumal, you can get there by private car or taxi. The local van transportation Cancún-Playa-Tulum will also do a stop there if asked.
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3. Xcalacoco
This is a perfect place for camping!
Local Tip: Bring all you need for a picnic including an umbrella to spend the afternoon. If you’re a romantic, don’t miss out on visiting this beach on a full moon evening 🌕
How to get there? It’s a 10-15 minute drive from Playa del Carmen (towards Cancún). Ask a taxi to take you directly, or if you go by rental car try to get there early as parking spaces are limited.
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4. Soliman Bay
This secret beach has its own coral reef for you to explore! 30 mins away from Playa del Carmen you’ll find it between Tulum and Akumal.
Local Tip: Eat some fresh fish while you enjoy a “Coco Loco” (Rum with Coconut) under the palm trees at Chamicos Restaurant 😎🥥
How to get there? Ask a taxi to bring you there or if you’re going by private car take the highway Playa del Carmen-Tulum. Bahia Soliman is located aprox. 17 km before Tulum by the “Oscar & Lalo Restaurant” highway sign.
Contact us for car rentals or private transportation.
5. Playa Paraíso
Located very close to Tulum’s Hotel Zone, it’s one the last public beaches in the area. You’ll find a lot of different restaurants and beach clubs here, and you can even rent a “Palapa” to spend the day!
Local tip: Take a picture with you and the area’s famous palm tree you’ll find in the middle of the beach 📸
How to get there? This beach is located less than 1 km away from the Tulum archaeological area and it has it’s own parking.
Contact us for car rentals or private transportation.
Now you can enjoy the Mexican Caribbean from a local’s perspective!
⚠️ Local Request: Please remember to always use biodegradable sunscreen to protect our cenotes and the sea’s wildlife 🐟. Please do not leave any type of garbage (food, plastic, cigarettes, cans etc. on the beach. Everything you bring, please take with you when you leave ⚠️
After a long and fun day of sun and peace, arrive home to relax and find the “What’s for dinner?” task already taken care of by us 😌
