Akumal (in Mayan: 'Place of the Turtle') is located 100 km south of CanCun, on the Yucatan Peninsula on the shores of the Caribbean. Akumal is a prime destination for those seeking the Riviera Maya. This resort is a small community of hotels, villas, condominiums, dive shops and restaurants centered around one of the most beautiful beaches on the Quintana Roo coast.
Calm, shallow Akumal bay is a perfect vacation spot for children. The close proximity to archeological sites and other points of interest make it a geographically ideal starting point for adventures.
Akumal is a short distance from some of the the Riviera Mayas most remarkable destinations: Xel-ha, Xcaret, Cozumel and the spectacular Mayan ruins in Chichen-Itza, Tulum and Coba.
This peaceful resort is a two hour drive south of the Cancun International Airport. Most outdoor activities are available in Akumal, fishing, diving, sailing, sight seeing, jet skiing, and of course, sunbathing.
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