Akumal guide

Please select your preferred Industry

Akumal is a small beach-front tourist resort community 100 km (62 miles) south of Cancún, between the towns of Playa del Carmen and Tulum in Tulum, Tulum municipality in the state of Quintana Roo, Mexico. The 2005 census showed a population of 1,198 inhabitants.

Akumal means "place of the turtles" in the Mayan language. The town was officially founded in 1958 as a community for scuba divers by Pablo Bush Romero--a Mexican businessman, diver, writer, historian, and archaeologist. Pablo Bush's family (the Bush/Wolfe family) still owns a large portion of Akumal, including the largest resort/hotel Hotel Club Akumal Caribe. Local bartender and DJ Ryan Wolfe is a direct descendant.

The fine white sandy beaches at Akumal Bay and Half Moon Bay are ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Sea turtles can be found in Akumal laying eggs on the beaches at night throughout the nesting season (end of April to October) or swimming in the main bay during the day. Hatching season runs from June to November, coinciding with hurricane season. This translates to big losses in the turtle population when major storms hit the area. However, Green Turtle populations seem to be steady. Many environmental associations are settled in the Akumal area, including Centro Ecológico Akumal, better known as CEA. The local hotels, dive shops, independent aquatic tour operators and CEA are working with government authorities to run a bay management program aimed at protecting the resident juvenile sea turtles and coral species in the bays of Akumal. Sea turtles are endangered species and are protected by federal law.

travel_package_
best cheap travel deals http://t.co/rjPWQxwd Akumal Beach Resort

Today, 06:43
larb911
Estoy en Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts (Akumal, QR) http://t.co/L00gTzKz

Today, 06:40
DearFer_
@kati_ation akumal es hermoso :)

Today, 06:34
Jipiboi
RT @ac_vega3: "El arte es bien sentimental, y debes ponerle un poco de vida” buena entrevista a @AkumalRockSV http://t.co/uRea2ieG

Today, 05:34
ALEXQUEN
@ugliel cerca de Tulum se llama Akumal

Today, 05:23
AkumalRockSV
RT @ac_vega3: "El arte es bien sentimental, y debes ponerle un poco de vida” buena entrevista a @AkumalRockSV http://t.co/uRea2ieG

Today, 04:48
cecicue
@Benjamin_JH =) gracias!! Estuvo super, fuimos a Akumal a un cenote, luego a Playa, muy divertido!

Today, 04:43
VoydePasoo
RT @ac_vega3: "El arte es bien sentimental, y debes ponerle un poco de vida” buena entrevista a @AkumalRockSV http://t.co/uRea2ieG

Today, 04:34
ac_vega3
"El arte es bien sentimental, y debes ponerle un poco de vida” buena entrevista a @AkumalRockSV http://t.co/uRea2ieG

Today, 04:31
Jipiboi
“@AkumalRockSV: Hey les compartimos una muy ubena entrevista que nos hicieron los amigos de @Rocabox ya hace un rato!! http://t.co/77fQkzfQ

Today, 04:16
katzecanciola
Akumal, el alacrán...

Today, 03:48
abfarrera
RT @ViajaTrippeando: Hoteles en Riv. Maya: Tukan Hotel & Beach Club $660 MXN, Moongate $699 MXN, Akumal Beach Resort $731 MXN, Grand Coco Bay $950 MXN

Today, 03:02
6ypsy
I love Akumal :))) http://t.co/5aR0qLYR

Today, 02:59
6ypsy
At Akumal borrowing stuff and stuff ;-) http://t.co/Gosd8cBn

Today, 02:53
6ypsy
Akumal :-) http://t.co/R5hU2VFR

Today, 02:39

Lucy's Kitchen
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Lucy's Kitchen opened in early 2003. We served lunches for a short time, delighting (I think) locals and visitors to Akumal with selections such as Pad Thai, potstickers and sushi, among others. However we soon became known, and maybe a little famous, for...
read more »
Travel Services of Akumal
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Travel Services of Akumal is a gathering of three friends from three different countries in North America, Central America and South America. The idea came looking at the needs of the area, giving services to all visitors and making their vacations unforg...
read more »

Sirena Hemingway Restaurant
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Sirena Hemingway Restaurant offers a wide selection of food and wines for your dining pleasure Come for a full meal or a drink at the bar. You can dine inside or on the rooftop terrace. The Sirena Hemingway has a selection of wines from around the world....
read more »
Akumal Dive Adventures
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
About Akumal Dive Adventures Akumal Dive Adventures, a PADI certified dive center, is located on the Caribbean waters of Half Moon Bay in Akumal, Mexico. This diving and snorkeling paradise is home to an abundant variety of coral formations, sea turtles...
read more »
Hidden Worlds Cenote Park
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
The World's Best Cavern Diving and Snorkeling Tours. Adventure With Us in the Heart of the Yucatan Jungle! Hidden Worlds Cenote Park, located in the heart of the Yucatan's underwater cenote region, is offering the unique opportunity to experience Cenote...
read more »
Bahia Principe Akumal
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
BAHÃƒÂA PRÃƒÂNCIPE CLUBS & RESORTS Is one of the leading groups in the Spanish tourism sector. It is present in Spain, Portugal, Russia, Mexico and the Dominican Republic. It was created in 1995 and currently it has a total of seven luxury ho...
read more »
La Cueva del Pescador
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
La Cueva del Pescador Fine Seafood and Mexican Dishes. At Plaza Ukana in Akumal. Ph: 984 87 59205. Go sportfishing with carlos and have your catch prepared for dinner free!
read more »
Posada Que Onda
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
About Posada Que Onda Hotel Posada Que Onda Hotel has six large rooms each one unique and different, furnished with a loving sense for detail. We also have a suite with a loft, from its terrace you'll enjoy a stunning view of the sea and the Yalku Lagoo...
read more »
Adventure Akumal Vacations
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Located in the Yucatan Peninsula on the shores of the Caribbean Sea, Aventuras Akumal is a prime destination for those interested in experiencing the "Riviera Maya". Located 65 miles (105 Km) South of Cancun, Aventuras Akumal is a short distance from some...
read more »
Akumal Villas
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Hola Amigos, If your idea of a dream vacation includes stunning beaches, a beautiful blue ocean, friendly locals and luxury accommodations, our villas on the Mayan Riviera are the place for you! Just an hour south of Cancun, Mexico, 20 minutes south of P...
read more »
Hotel Akumal Caribe
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Located along the beautiful shore of Akumal bay, nestled amongst the palm trees is a unique Caribbean destination. Hotel Akumal Caribe, a quaint, intimate resort located in the heart of Akumal, 50 miles south of Cancún. Consider us first when choosing ...
read more »
Yucatanchas
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Actually, Yucatanchas is an email handle. If you can keep a secret, I will tell you the name on his passport and his affiliations. Okay? His birth name is Charles Shaw. Some know him as the former Director of Centro Ecológico Akumal. Before that he was...
read more »
Dive Ace
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Jorge has 15 years of diving experience and is a well respected diving instructor and Divemaster living in Akumal, Mexico. He takes divers from Akumal, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, or anywhere in the Riviera Maya out for Caribbean reef diving, cenote cavern d...
read more »
Akumal Dive Shop
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Gonzalo Arcila, Owner/Director The Original Akumal Dive Shop is a 5 Star PADI IDC center. We were the first dive shop on Mexico's Caribbean mainland. With over 28 years experience we can offer the best in everything from snorkeling and recreational divin...
read more »
La Buena Vida Restaurant
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
On the beautiful beachfront of Half Moon Bay in North Akumal is a one-of-a-kind restaurant and bar - La Buena Vida, the good life! La Buena Vida always has a festive atmosphere with great music, cold beer, scenic ocean views, and good fresh food. Lunch ...
read more »
Turtle Bay Cafe & Bakery
Located in Akumal, Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Turtle Bay Cafe & Bakery You can find Turtle Bay Cafe & Bakery located in the heart of Akumal, about one hour south of Cancun, where each day at seven in the morning when we open our doors for best breakfast in the Mayan Riviera. Turtle Bay Cafe & Bake...
read more »