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Costa Maya, Mexico

Overview

Overview

The quiet side of Mexico. Here, along an unspoiled coastal paradise, archaeology buffs discover Mayan ruins shrouded in magic and mystery; divers find treasure in fantastic coral reefs. Sample shore excursions: Kohunlich Mayan Ruins; Coral Reef Snorkel; 4 x 4 All-terrain Expedition; Fly Fishing Tour.

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Shore Excursions

Shore Excursions


 


ATV, Jungle and Beach Adventure



Duration: Approximately 3 Hours
Price : $$

 

Enjoy the natural beauty and undeniable magic of hidden Mexico in one of our Single Driver All Terrain Vehicles. As you head out from the town of Costa Maya wind your way through the jungles and beaches of the Yucatan Peninsula. Following a short instruction and driving course, hop on your one person ATV and after a short ride get off the road and into the jungle trails, enjoy this ride troug... more info




Bacalar Highlights & the Seven Colors Lagoon



Duration: Approximately 5 Hours
Price : $$$

 

Catch the true feel of Mexico as you travel to the Birthplace of the Rainbow. On the 1½-hour drive to San Felipe, you will discover the culture and tradition of a sleepy town in Mexico and travel through a tropical jungle. You’ll learn the history of the Spanish fort of San Felipe and the associated pirates. Your bi-lingual guide leads you through the fort with spectacular views of B... more info




Beach Power Snorkel



Duration: Approximately 4 Hours
Price : $$

 

You will be greeted at the pier by your bi-lingual guide and then it’s just a short ride to one of Costa Maya’s best dive and snorkel sites. Receive in-depth instruction on how to operate your snorkel equipment by a certified dive master. Then, you’re off with your guide for 35 minutes to enjoy the incredible views lying just below the waters surface. Skim near the surface fas... more info




Bike and Clear Kayak Adventure



Duration: Approximately 2½ Hours
Price : $$

 

Explore the pristine coastline of Costa Maya by bike and kayak.  Your guide will assign helmets and adjust the bike for your comfort, then you’ll take a 30-minute ride south along the coastal dirt road past a mangrove lagoon to the sleepy fishing village of Majahual. Pass by traditional houses and restaurants. At a local beach, your two-person kayak will be waiting for you. Head out ... more info




Catamaran Sail and Snorkel



Duration: Approximately 3 Hours
Price : $$

 

Feel the wind at your back as you sail the crystal clear waters off Costa Maya’s coastline en route to your snorkeling adventure. Board your catamaran at Fisherman’s Pier. Set sail for one of the secluded snorkel sites along the coast. Along the way our guides will inform you of the safety procedures, so you may have the most adventurous time, while under the watchful eye of our PADI c... more info




Chacchoben Mayan Ruins



Duration: Approximately 4 Hours
Price : $$

 

Experience the secrets of the mysterious and virtually unexcavated Mayan ruins of Chacchoben, hidden deep in the jungle near the border with Belize, covering an area of about 10 acres. A small portion of the site has been excavated, including a pyramid. View detailed Mayan temples with lush green manicured gardens, and compare the recently excavated ruins with the deeply buried, unexcavated one... more info




Costa Maya Beach Snorkel



Duration: Approximately 4 Hours
Price : $$

 

Perfect for the beginner and intermediate snorkeler, this tour includes a guide and all equipment. See tropical marine life as you start your adventure from the beach and progress to deeper water as you feel comfortable. Explore the extensive infrastructure of the reef and beach as you interact with this amazing eco-system and see an amazing array of marine life. After your tour of this underwa... more info




Costa Maya Snuba Adventure



Duration: Approximately 4 Hours
Price : $$

 

A 45-minute bus ride brings you to a private sandy beach--one of the best in this area. Take a brief class on how to enjoy the underwater breathing of SNUBA, a magnificent underwater experience with the simplicity of snorkeling but without the heavy load of scuba. The breathing apparatus will help you to enjoy the underwater world as if you were diving but the cumbersome equipment is left behin... more info




Discover Scuba Dive and Mahahual Beach Experience



Duration: Approximately 4 - 6 hours
Price : $$$

 

You will be given 1½ hours of scuba instruction and skills training in shallow water. Then, board a dive boat custom made to handle the depths and shallows of Costa Maya’s dynamic reef system. Diving in Mahahual (Costa Maya) has been a closely guarded secret. But now, this region is quickly becoming one of the hottest dive spots in the dive community. Your excursion begins from the p... more info




Highlights of Costa Maya Town and Beach Break



Duration: Approximately 4 Hours
Price : $$

 

At the last frontier of the Mayan civilization lies the colorful fishing village of Costa Maya and an endless stretch of beach awaiting your discovery. Climb aboard a comfortable air conditioned bus and take an adventure through time amid the beautiful and exotic terrain of Costa Maya. You’ll journey safari-style through the jungle and along the Caribbean shoreline. Keep your eyes open fo... more info




Jungle Beach Break



Duration: Approximately 5 Hours
Price : $

 

White endless beach meets a tasteful modern style. The only way to assure your beach day in Costa Maya is by enjoying a tropical getaway from the busy Costa Maya pier and its surroundings. Start your day traveling in an air conditioned motorcoach to the picture perfect destination of Uvero Beach. As you arrive, the friendly hosts will give you a quick orientation of all the areas... more info




Kohunlich Mayan Ruins With Lunch



Duration: Approximately 7 Hours
Price : $$$

   

The Kohunlich Mayan ruins are situated in a secluded jungle setting near the border of Belize and you will travel by airconditioned bus as your bilingual guide explains what you will see at the ruins. View detailed Mayan temples combined with the lush green manicured gardens. See the Temple of the Large Masks, the Plaza of the Acropolis, the Plaza of the Estelas, Plaza Hundida and Plaza Merwin.... more info




Mayan Culture Experience



Duration: Approximately 4 Hours
Price : $$$

 

On this cultural experience like no other you will encounter ancient Mayan ruins and visit the local township whose inhabitants are direct descendants of the very same Mayans who built the ruins. You will meet a traditional Mayan family and visit their house, living now just as they have lived in the past. You will experience the real day-to-day challenges these people face firsthand. You will ... more info




Mini Jeep Rhino Adventure



Duration: Approximately 3½ Hours
Price : $$

 

Your adventure begins when your are greeted by your bi-lingual guide and shown to a two-person Rhino vehicle. After a safety briefing and instruction, it’s time to hit the road and enjoy the blast that comes with driving these amazing all-terrain vehicles. Drive through Costa Maya town and head out to the jungle trails for time to enjoy your Rhino in an off-road environment. After the exc... more info




Two Tank Certified Dive



Duration: Approximately 4 - 6 hours
Price : $$$

 

Board your dive boat and head out to the Meso-American Barrier Reef. The boat is custom made to handle the depths and shallows of Costa Maya’s dynamic reef system. Diving in Mahahual (Costa Maya) has been a closely guarded secret. But now, this region is quickly becoming one of the hottest dive spots in the dive community. Your excursion begins from the pier with a short ride through the ... more info





Weather

Weather

Temperatures shown are Fahrenheit
Month Temp Avg Temp High Temp Low Rainfall
Jan 75.2 83.7 66.7 2.05
Feb 76.1 84.6 67.6 1.67
Mar 78.7 87.2 70.2 0.78
Apr 81.2 89.7 72.7 1.05
May 82.5 91.0 74.0 3.62
Jun 82.1 90.6 73.6 5.47
Jul 82.0 90.5 73.5 3.97
Aug 82.3 90.8 73.8 4.26
Sep 81.8 90.3 73.3 6.66
Oct 79.8 88.3 71.3 4.48
Nov 76.2 84.7 67.7 2.06
Dec 75.8 84.3 67.3 1.86

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