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

📅 Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Today is a bit of a mixed bag for a beach trip to Akumal, so you might want to keep your plans flexible. While the air temperature is a warm 31.5 °C and the water is a pleasant 29.2 °C, the weather is quite unsettled. Expect periods of light rain that could dampen your towel, and the breeze is strong enough to stir up the sand and create choppy waves reaching 1.1 m. With a high UV index of 8.95, the sun is very intense whenever it breaks through the clouds, making strong protection essential. Because of the combination of rain and choppy water, it is not an ideal day for relaxing on the sand or swimming. If you do head out, keep an eye on the sky and be prepared for sudden changes.
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Air

Low / High26.2°C/31.5°C
Feels Like (High)36.9°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature29.2 °C
Wave Height1.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance36%
Rainfall3.7 mm
Rain Duration17 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:10/19:21
Sunshine Hours12.7 hrs
UV Index8.95
Cloud Cover38%
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Wind

Speed16.3 km/h
Gusts41.8 km/h
DirectionE

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