Coba is about 50km north-west with massive pyramids and stone tablets. Notice the network of stone pavments bearing religious significance. North of Tulum is Xel Ha Park where you can enjoy snorkelling, diving, sea-trekking and swimming through caves and mangroves. Travel on foot south to Sian Ka’an, a World Heritage Site at the end of the Riviera.
Kids can get up close to the home of jaguars, monkeys, pumas and flamingos as well as crocodiles, giant sea turtles and dolphins. For the energetic take a bike journey and explore through jungle paths and plantations. Experience the true Mayan world and climb Nohoch Muul the tallest pyramid in the northern part of the Yucatan Peninsula. Or, visit a typical Mayan village cohabit where you can get up close with the pre-hispanic civilization.
Popular hotels include The Grand Mayan Riviera Mayan Hotel 48 Carretera Federal, Playa del Carmen; Banyan Tree Mayakoba Hotel Carretera Federal, Playa del Carmen and La Rortuga Hotel Carretera Federal, Playa del Carmen. For traditional cuisines try Origienes Restaurant, Calle 38 y Flamingoes, Playa del Carmen; La Mission 10 Ave Entre Juarex or Ajua Maya Restaurant at Calle 4 Nte Entre 5y10 Avenue.