Explore the Caribbean
Snorkel & Dive the Reef
Snorkel & Dive the Reef
The sea is the star here. Spend your days swimming, kayaking or paddleboarding in warm Caribbean waters—or simply claim a favorite spot on the sand and do absolutely nothing.
Snorkel & Dive the Reef
Snorkel & Dive the Reef
Snorkel & Dive the Reef
Costa Maya sits along the spectacular Mesoamerican Reef System, the second-largest barrier reef system in the world. Snorkeling and scuba excursions offer opportunities to experience colorful coral formations, tropical fish, rays, turtles and other marine life.
For experienced divers and adventurous travelers, Banco Chinchorro is a protected biosphere reserve offshore from Mahahual known for its extraordinary reefs, marine life and historic shipwrecks
Spend a Day in Mahahual
Snorkel & Dive the Reef
Discover Ancient Maya Ruins
Head into Mahahual Beach and enjoy the town at Caribbean speed. Walk or bike the waterfront malecón, browse the small shops, stop for fresh seafood and cocktails, schedule a beach massage or settle into a beach club for the afternoon.
Be sure to stop by Faro de Mahahual, Mahahual's lighthouse and one of the town's most recognizable waterfront landmarks.
Discover Ancient Maya Ruins
Visit Bacalar & the Lagoon of Seven Colors
Discover Ancient Maya Ruins
Take a day trip inland and step back centuries at Chacchoben, one of the area's most popular Maya archaeological sites. Surrounded by tropical jungle, its ancient plazas, temples and towering structures offer a fascinating glimpse into the civilization that once flourished here.
For those looking to venture farther, Kohunlich is another impressive archaeological site known for its Temple of the Masks.
Visit Bacalar & the Lagoon of Seven Colors
Visit Bacalar & the Lagoon of Seven Colors
Visit Bacalar & the Lagoon of Seven Colors
Make a day of it and travel inland to Bacalar, home to the famous Lagoon of Seven Colors. Its brilliant shades of turquoise and blue make it one of the most unforgettable natural destinations in southern Quintana Roo. Spend the day swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding or taking a boat tour across the lagoon.
Venture South to Xcalak
Visit Bacalar & the Lagoon of Seven Colors
Visit Bacalar & the Lagoon of Seven Colors
Looking for somewhere even quieter? Head south along the coast toward Xcalak, a tiny fishing village near the Belize border known for its remote beaches, reef, snorkeling, diving and fly-fishing.
Eat Like a Local
Eat Like a Local
Eat Like a Local
Fresh seafood is naturally a highlight in Mahahual. Look for ceviche, grilled fish, shrimp, lobster when in season, tacos and traditional Mexican and Caribbean-inspired dishes.
And sometimes the best plan is no plan at all—find a table overlooking the water, order a margarita or cold cerveza and stay awhile.