Costa Maya Snorkel TourThe water near the Meso-American Barrier Reef, among the largest barrier reefs in the Northern Hemisphere, has some of the best snorkeling spots in the Riviera Maya, but you need a boat and local know-how to reach them.
There are no bad spots in the area. There are some that are better than others though. Ask a local and they can give directions to the best drive to spots. As a very general rule, the beaches to the south of Mahahual tend to be a bit more reef protected, which means better snorkeling on rougher days.
Just off the shores of Mahahual on a short 15-minute boat ride, you'll visit two distinct snorkeling sites: one graced with sandy patches and seagrass where hawksbill turtles roam and another near the vibrant coral reef heads bustling with tropical fish.
Snorkel MahahualIt is a great opportunity to get to know the famous “Great Mayan Reef”, that runs along the coast, and to swim among corals and species like rays, morays, turtles and tropical fishes, that gather in an area just a few minutes away by boat.
Just off the shores of Mahahual on a short 15-minute boat ride, you'll visit two distinct snorkeling sites: one graced with sandy patches and seagrass where hawksbill turtles roam and another near the vibrant coral reef heads bustling with tropical fish.
This system is also known as the Great Mayan Reef and is second only to the Great barrier Reef in Australia. The Great Mayan Reef spans more than 620 miles (1000 km) and can be found just a short boat ride off the shore of Costa Maya Mexico.
Spectacular Snorkeling at Grand Cayman's Seven Mile BeachAnd while it is one of the best places to enjoy beach activities in Grand Cayman, this long crescent of coral-sand beach is just as famous for its snorkeling as its beauty. In fact, you can find some of the Cayman Island's best snorkeling at Seven Mile Beach.
Each year between June and November, sea turtles land on Mexico's beaches to nest, and hatching usually occurs during the months of August, September, October and early November.
Once a sleepy enclave of fishing villages nestled between the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, today Costa Maya is a gateway to incredible natural wonders, ancient Mayan ruins, and some of Mexico's best diving. There are activities for every traveler's pace in Costa Maya.