During the first half of 2023, according to data from the Ministry of Tourism, hotel occupancy in Mexico was 60. However, there was a destination that had an occupancy of 85.3%, its name? Akumal.
Where is Akumal located? If we pay attention to the figures, this time Cancun was not the preferred destination for tourists, it gave way to its neighbor Akumal, which in Mayan means “place or land of turtles.” Precisely, Akumal was considered the first tourist spot on the peninsula and years later it became the number one place for hotel occupancy in the first half of this year. For those who visit for the first time it will not be difficult to find its beaches. It is located 30 minutes from Playa del Carmen and Tulum, and just over an hour from Cancun. Due to the tranquility of its waters, some consider it almost a spa; in reality, it is a very spectacular and calm bay.
It is located in the Riviera Maya, it also stands out for its crystal clear waters, its coral reef and for being a refuge for thousands of sea turtles.
More activities for your trip in Akumal Fun is also found in Akumal, specifically in the Monkey Sanctuary, where wild and rescued monkeys coexist. Here you can also swim in a cenote or take a tour in an all-terrain vehicle. Among the experiences highly requested by tourists is diving in underground caves. It is recommended to be accompanied by an expert or hire a tour. Likewise, snorkeling is another of the activities most requested by walkers. Here you can admire the reefs, coral and fish activity, where species such as rays, crabs, turtles and more are found. In addition, visitors come to Uxuxubi, an ecotourism community, away from big tourism and that organizes bird watching tours, allows hiking, camping and rafting. The ideal is to approach local guides to enhance your visit. If you have time left, it is also recommended to visit the Akumal Ecological Center, which is dedicated to the study and preservation of turtles in this area. These are just some of the activities that can be done in Akumal. Perhaps after this, some will understand why it displaced Cancun as one of the most visited places by national and international tourism. At least in this first half of 2023.