Mexico Beach Vacations

This beach sits below the famed Tulum Mayan ruins, making it the perfect place to explore hidden Mayan treasures before heading to the palm trees and beautiful white sands of the beach.

Located in Oaxaca, this beach is beloved for its warm, azure blue waters. The big, crashing waves make it ideal for surfing and body boarding. It's the perfect place to sunbathe with a book, and allow the soothing sound of the crashing waves to lull you into relaxation.

Also known as the “hidden beach”, this secluded beach on the Marieta Islands is stunning. As it can only be accessed by boat, it's the perfect place to get away from the beach crowds and enjoy some downtime in nature. There's even a sandy cave where you can sit and meditate.

Nestled on the eastern side of the island of Holbox, this beach welcomes flocks of colorful flamingos, which you can admire from the comfort of a beach side bar. Surrounded by a vast expanse of blue waters and wildlife, the beach is the perfect place for walking and swimming.

Famous for its lively nightlife and picturesque setting, this beach is the place to head to if you're looking for evening entertainment, or just a fun beach to hang out at with your friends.

Visit Los Cabos Beach at the meeting point of the Cortez Sea and the Pacific Ocean to start your underwater marine exploration. The quiet waters here are filled with an abundance of bright colored fish you can try to identify. You may even find yourself nose to nose with a sea lion.

If you’re a beach lover but can't swim, not all is lost! Various beaches in Mexico provide underwater exploration equipment, which allows you to walk out on the ocean floor with a special helmet that provides nonstop air supply.

Humpback whales migrate to the coast of Mexico every year to feed and mate. Take a guided boat tour into the waters off the Caribbean coast and marvel at the spectacular views and the sight of the whales leaping in and out of the water.

Akumal Bay is a favored spot for turtles to spawn. A guided tour of the bay introduces you to these graceful underwater residents and gives you a chance to learn about turtle protection policies.

If you’re an experienced diver and relish plunging into deep waters, head to the caves in Dos Ojos National Park. A tour operator will provide you with the necessary gear for a delightful underwater experience.

While it's great to travel lightly in Mexico, you will want to take a few changes of clothes as the weather is hot and your clothes are likely to get sweaty. Also, remember to bring some more formal wear if you are planning to go to some fancy restaurants in the evenings.

A good pair of light sneakers or open-toed sandals for exploring Mexican sights. Also consider bringing some water shoes to protect your feet on the beaches.

It’s recommended to bring both cash and credit cards. For extra safety, make a copy of your passport and keep the original and the copy in separate places.

Pack a light sweater or a jacket for air-conditioned spaces. If you’re visiting during the rainy season in late spring or fall, also make sure to arm yourself with an umbrella. Finally, a hat and sunglasses are essential when the Mexican sun comes back out.

To make snapshots for your friends back home, bring along a good camera with sufficient memory and battery power. Also, recreational reading materials make for good companionship on the beach.