Mahahual
When traveling to the Yucatan, Mahahual (pronounced ma-ha-wall) is one of the most beautiful coastal towns in Mexico has to offer. More tourists arrive there every year, drawn by the area's stunning coral reef, which is just offshore, and its immaculate beaches. Mahahual, a small town fishing village on the Costa Maya, is situated in the southern Yucatan Peninsula not far from Lake Bacalar and the Mexico-Belize border. The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, which is nearby Mahahual, has an underwater world to explore.
Scuba diving and snorkeling are two of the best activities in Mahahual. Some places even have a coral reef right in front of the beach, which is great for snorkelers and scuba divers, so you don't even need to reserve a tour there! Although Mahahual was once a sleepy fishing village, it is now a bustling tourist destination—but only when cruise ships stop there; otherwise, it is rather quiet.
If you want to experience a quiet Mexico beach town, you might want to look into the schedule of the large cruise ships that frequently visit the town and try to avoid them. There are many fantastic options available if you want to stay in a Mahahual hotel. Staying a little further south along the Costa Maya is an option for tourists who want to venture off the beaten path. While staying nearby Mahahual, you can rent a bungalow on a secluded Mexican beach.
Mahahual travel tips:
- Where are the best things to do in Mahahual Mexico? Check out these best Mahahual tours for inspo.
- Where is Mahahual Mexico located? Quintana Roo state, Yucatan Peninsula
- What’s the best time to visit Mahahual? November-April
- How do you get to Mahahual? Fly into Cancun International Airport (code: CUN), and book with Cancun Airport Transportation to get you safely to your hotel or resort.
Google rating: 4.5/5.0
Location: Costa Maya ,Othon P. Blanco on the Caribbean Sea, Quintana Roo, Mexico
