A shallow
bay with a tranquil beach and the reef nearby, another relaxing Caribbean paradise.
Snorkeling, diving, and fishing are yours to choose from, or just sitting on the
beach in the shade of a palm tree staring at the horizon, Akumal is perfect for
a day trip or an extended stay. Comfortable lodging with ocean view, restaurants
and a small supermarket.
Akumal means "land of the turtle"
in Mayan, because it is a favorite place for these animals to spawn. What brings
people from all over the world are its spectacular shallow bay and the fresh water
cenotes and subterranean rivers.
In Akumal you find nearly two hundred
entrances to subterranean caves, with depths of up to 150 meters, a center for
divers from all over the world.
Akumal is
without a doubt one of the most tranquil places on earth.Thirty-seven kilometers
south of Playa dle Carmen, this small town is preferred by lovers of the calm
and isolated life .
Nearby
towns: Cancun. Playa del Carmen, Tulum.
How to get here:
Highway 307 from Cancún, 105 km to the south
