Tulum beach with turquoise water
Beaches Guide

Laze on Heavenly Beaches

Pristine white sands and turquoise waters — where two seas meet paradise.

🌊 Gulf of Mexico Coast

  • · Calm shallow waters perfect for families
  • · Incredible birdwatching and flamingo colonies
  • · Traditional fishing villages and authentic culture
  • · Spectacular sunsets over endless horizons

🏝️ Caribbean Sea Coast

  • · Crystal-clear turquoise waters
  • · World-class snorkeling and diving
  • · Ancient Mayan ruins right by the sea
  • · Vibrant beach towns and lively resorts
Celestún Nature Reserve
Gulf Coast

Celestún Nature Reserve

Home to thousands of pink flamingos and pristine, calm Gulf beaches. Take a boat tour through the mangroves at sunrise.

  • · Boat tours from the pier
  • · Best Nov–March for flamingos
  • · Pair with fresh seafood lunch

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Las Coloradas Pink Lakes
Caribbean Side

Las Coloradas Pink Lakes

Surreal pink salt lakes that look like another planet. The nearby beach of Río Lagartos is perfect for a quiet swim.

  • · Bring sunglasses & hat
  • · No swimming in the pink water
  • · Combine with Río Lagartos boat tour

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Tulum Beach
Caribbean Side

Tulum Beach

Turquoise water, white sand and the famous Mayan ruins on the cliff. The southern hotel zone has the calmest swimming.

  • · Free public access at Playa Paraíso
  • · Visit ruins early, beach later
  • · Beware of seasonal sargassum

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More beaches worth your time

Playa Norte, Isla Mujeres

Playa Norte, Isla Mujeres

Repeatedly voted one of the world's best beaches — calm, shallow turquoise water perfect for families.

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Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen

Lively beach town with a long stretch of sand, the famous Quinta Avenida and easy ferries to Cozumel.

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El Cuyo

El Cuyo

A wild, windswept fishing village beach loved by kitesurfers and travelers seeking quiet.

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Sisal

Sisal

Charming historic port on the Gulf with calm shallow waters and amazing seafood.

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Progreso

Progreso

Mérida's local beach with the longest pier in the world and a relaxed weekend vibe.

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Holbox

Holbox

Car-free island with golden sand, whale sharks in summer and bioluminescence on dark nights.

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