Beach, jungle and ancient stone on one stretch of coast.
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At a glance
Riviera Maya all-inclusive resorts stretch 130 kilometres of Caribbean coast south of Cancun, where white sand meets jungle cenotes and clifftop Maya ruins. The coast strings together very different moods: buzzy Playa del Carmen and its Fifth Avenue, family-friendly Puerto Aventuras and Akumal's turtle bay, and the eco-parks of Xcaret and Xel-Ha. It has the region's widest range of resorts, from huge family complexes to design-led adults-only hideaways, and it is the best base for mixing beach days with cenotes and archaeology.
Climate
25–29°C year-round
Tropical. Dry season Nov–Apr, hurricane season Jun–Oct.
Currency
Mexican Peso
1 CAD ≈ 14 MXN · USD also accepted
Entry
Visa-free
Valid passport only
Tulum · 45 minMaya ruins on a clifftop above the sea, an hour south.
Throughout the coastSwim and dive the jungle sinkholes around the Ruta de los Cenotes.
Playa del CarmenStroll Quinta Avenida's pedestrian strip of shops, restaurants, and beach clubs — the lively social heart of the coast.
Passport: A valid Canadian passport is all you need — no visa required for tourist stays up to 180 days.
FMM Tourist Card: Issued digitally upon arrival at Cancun. Complete the online form before flying to save time at immigration.
Travel insurance: Provincial health plans do not cover medical emergencies in Mexico. Comprehensive travel insurance is essential.
Power & plugs: Mexico uses 120V/60Hz — the same as Canada. No adapter needed.
Time zone: The Riviera Maya runs on Eastern Standard Time (EST) year-round, making it easy for travelers from Toronto and Montreal.
Dry, sunny, 25–28°C. Busiest and priciest; book early.
Warm, with occasional sargassum beginning. Fewer crowds, better value.
Hot and humid with short afternoon showers; good value, with occasional sargassum on some beaches.
Lowest prices, but the highest storm risk — travel insurance mandatory if booking.
Where to stay
The Riviera Maya runs 130 km from Puerto Morelos through Playa del Carmen down to Tulum — from buzzing beach towns to secluded jungle retreats. Here's how to pick your base.
Central · 50 min from CUN
The lively heart of the coast: Fifth Avenue shopping and dining, beach clubs, and the ferry to Cozumel — walkable and central.
South · 1h 20m from CUN
Bohemian beach clubs, eco-chic boutique hotels, cliffside ruins, and the best cenotes — stylish and laid-back.
North · 45 min from CUN
A gated community of ultra-luxury resorts set among lagoons and a championship golf course, threaded by boat canals.
North · 30 min from CUN
A relaxed reef town with a colourful main square, fresh seafood, and superb snorkelling just offshore.
South · 1h from CUN
A tranquil bay famous for swimming with sea turtles in calm, shallow water — ideal for families and snorkellers.
South · 55 min from CUN
A gated marina village of big all-inclusive resorts with dolphins, golf, and calm beaches — secure and self-contained.
Beyond the resort
The Riviera Maya is the launch point for Mexico's best ruins, cenotes, eco parks, and islands. Every excursion below can be done as a day trip from any resort along the coast and booked through shoptravel or your resort desk.
UNESCO World HeritageStand before El Castillo, the iconic step-pyramid of the Maya, then cool off at a nearby cenote on the return.
Family FavouriteSnorkel underground rivers, see wildlife, and watch the spectacular evening show at Mexico's flagship eco-archaeological park.
Clifftop RuinsPair the coastal temples of Tulum with the jungle pyramid of Cobá, then swim a cenote between the two ancient cities.
Island Day TripCross to Cozumel to explore part of the world's second-largest reef — some of the clearest snorkelling and diving in the Caribbean.
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Good to know
Everything Canadian travellers ask before booking
No. Canadian citizens don't need a visa for tourism stays up to 180 days. You'll receive a free tourist card (FMM) on arrival at Cancun.
Fly direct into Cancun (CUN) — about 4h 35m from Toronto — then transfer 20–80 minutes south to your resort, depending on the area.
November to April offers the driest, sunniest weather. May–June gives great value before the summer crowds and peak sargassum.
Some beaches see sargassum roughly May to August; resorts clean daily and conditions vary by day and location.
The Mexican Peso (MXN) is official, but US dollars are widely accepted at resorts. Cards work nearly everywhere.
It's strongly recommended. Mexican healthcare is private and can be costly without coverage.
Very, with large family complexes, eco-parks and calm bays like Akumal.
Yes, you can add excursions like Chichén Itzá, Tulum, and Xcaret to your package at checkout.
