Best time to be there
October to April as the rainy season works its way up from the south beginning in May and running until September. Hurricanes may occur from July to October. December to February are the coolest months, when northerly winds can sometimes take inland northern Mexico temperatures down to freezing.
Fly to
Mexico City Mon, Wed, Fri and Sun (onward connections to the coast)
flying time
12 hours (plus one hour for onward connections)
time difference
GMT -6 hours
Visas
Not required for UK passport holders
Health Requirements
No mandatory vaccinations required
Itineraries
A Tale of Two Cities
A tale of Two cities highlights * Fascinating contrasts * Vibrant Havana * Beautiful beach resort Read more ...
Classic Mexico
Highlights - Impressive archaeological sites; Maya culture and cuisine; Delighful Haciendas; Riviera Maya’s finest white beaches... Read more ...
Swim with Whale Sharks - June to Sept
The Riviera Maya is one of the hottest spots to enjoy the amazing experience of swimming with the whale sharks... Read more ...
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Consisting of more than 100 miles of Caribbean coastline, with hotels ranging from all-inclusive luxury resorts to the most basic palapa and hammock, the relaxed atmosphere can be outshined only by the crystalline waters and pure beauty of the Caribbean. A hot-spot for diving, snorkeling and swimming, the warm waters encapsulate an underwater mystery waiting to unfold for even the most novice explorer. The Maya ruins of Tulum and underground 'cenotes' are also not to be missed.
Suggested Riviera Maya Accommodation
Banyan Tree Mayakoba
‘Mayakoba’, Maya language word for ‘village of water’ inspired by the freshwater lagoons and canals found meandering their way around the Bayan Tree Mayakoba Resort. The epitome of luxury resort living...
Be Tulum
The creation of Hotel Be Tulum marks a coming of age for the traditionally hippy hangout of Tulum, south of the more well-known and developed resorts along Mexico’s Riviera Maya...
Esencia
Sited on the Riviera Maya, Esencia is a perfect example of how elegance and simplicity excels in such a perfect setting as Xpu-Ha beach. The heart of Esencia is the beautiful 'Casa Grande', with...
Maroma Resort and Spa
Situated on the Riviera Maya, Maroma's stucco-white architecture looks out over 200 acres of jungle reserve, emerging onto a mile-long beach of perfect white sands and azure Caribbean waters.
Rosewood Mayakoba
Nestled on the white shores of the Riviera Maya and surrounded by the emerald embrace of jungle is Rosewood Mayakobá, a welcome new addition to Rosewood's lavish portfolio and a perfect...
Tides Riviera Maya
Lovingly constructed from local wood and stone, Tides is an informal and serene refuge in the ancient coastal jungle and pearlescent beach setting of the Riviera Maya. This small hotel accentuates the
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Guest Testimonial
Quite simply excellent. If I could say one thing it is that Egypt is the place to go right now, as there were virtually no tourists at some of the sights and that,I should think, is quite rare!
- JW, Gloucestershire
World Travel Awards
World Travel Awards
World's Leading Luxury Tour Operator 2011
A&K Philanthropy
Saint Mary of the Angels
Village "Saint Mary of the Angels" is home to abandoned and orphaned children ranging in age from just a few months to 18-years-old and all living with HIV.
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