Cancun, Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Akumal Beach

Akumal Beach, located in the southern region of Cancun, is a renowned destination within the Maya Riviera of Mexico. This picturesque beach offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy a serene coastal experience with fewer crowds compared to many other parts of the Riviera Maya.

One notable aspect of Akumal Beach is the reasonable entrance fee for foreigners, which is only around $6 USD. In exchange for this modest price, visitors gain access to a cleaner and relatively less crowded beach. Moreover, with fewer vendors vying for attention, you can peacefully relax without interruptions during your mid-nap. The beach also provides a safer atmosphere for your belongings, enhancing peace of mind. It is worth noting that if you are staying at a hotel on the beach, you will have free access to the beach, exempting you from the entrance fee.

For added convenience, Akumal Beach offers public bathrooms and showers, which visitors can utilize free of charge. Simply present the bracelet given to you upon purchasing your entrance ticket to the staff, and you can enjoy these facilities during your visit.

Discover ideal places to stay near Akumal Beach and enjoy the unique opportunity to swim with sea turtles in a serene coastal setting.

As the name "Akumal" suggests, this beach is known for its unique opportunity to swim with sea turtles. Translating to "The earth of the turtle" in the Mayan language, Akumal Beach lives up to its name by providing visitors with the chance to have an extraordinary encounter with these magnificent creatures. It's an experience that truly captures the essence of the beach and adds to the allure of Akumal as a must-visit destination within the Maya Riviera.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the great facilities, including toilets, lockers and showers, and the opportunity to snorkel with turtles; however, visitors complain about the high entrance fee and additional costs for parking. Some reviewers warn against buying tickets from individuals on the road and recommend going straight to the dive shop for tours and beach admission to avoid scammers.

Where to Stay near Akumal Beach?

Visitors to Akumal Beach often stay in the nearby town of Akumal, which offers a variety of accommodations including resorts and vacation rentals within walking distance to the beach. Many also choose to stay in the larger towns of Tulum or Playa del Carmen, which provide additional amenities and attractions while still being a short drive from Akumal Beach.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Akumal Beach?

Latitude: 20.396204 / Longitude: -87.3138854

Akumal Beach is located in Cancun. The following map of Akumal Beach shows the exact location.

Akumal Beach: Weather Today

📅 Thursday, May 28, 2026
Today is a challenging day for a beach visit, and you are better off planning indoor activities instead. Expect frequent light showers throughout the day, keeping the skies quite gray and gloomy. While the air temperature reaches 29.1 °C, the lack of sunshine makes it feel less inviting. The wind is quite active, creating choppy conditions with waves reaching 1.6 m, which will make entering the water difficult and potentially unsafe. With the sea temperature at 28.9 °C, it is warm enough for swimming, but the combination of rain and rough water makes the beach experience far from ideal. Please stay cautious if you decide to head out, as the blustery conditions and wet sand will likely make for a short and uncomfortable stay.
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Air

Low / High25.1°C/29.1°C
Feels Like (High)32.9°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature28.9 °C
Wave Height1.6 m
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Rain

Rain Chance80%
Rainfall10 mm
Rain Duration14 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:09/19:24
Sunshine Hours5.3 hrs
UV Index5.7
Cloud Cover99%
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Wind

Speed19.7 km/h
Gusts45 km/h
DirectionSE

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