Costa Maya offers activities for every taste, whether you want to explore the area's exciting history, relax on the beach, or be active on land or in the water. Costa Maya is located in the Yucatan region of Mexico and was established as a cruise port in 2001. Just a few years later, in 2007, the port was unfortunately devastated by Hurricane Dean and has since been rebuilt. Today, Costa Maya is one of the most diverse and well-visited ports in the Western Caribbean.

Worth seeing
Costa Maya Port is designed to resemble a modern tropical village with plenty of delightful amenities. Enjoy one of the three lovely saltwater pools, where you don't even have to leave the water to grab a refreshment – there are bars incorporated into the pool itself. The port also offers great restaurants, excellent shopping opportunities, and small art markets. If you're not into long excursions, this is the perfect way to spend the day.

Near the port, there is an area dedicated to water activities. Here, you can, among other things, go out and swim with dolphins or snorkel. There's a lot to see in the water, whether you're an experienced diver or a beginner.

Close to Costa Maya Port, you'll find the charming fishing village of Mahahual. You can easily get a taxi to take you there, or you can walk – it's not much more than a 30-minute walk. But the most fun and easy way to get there is by renting a bike. Mahahual is filled with wonderful white sandy beaches, delicious local restaurants, and exciting shopping.

As the name suggests, Costa Maya has deep roots in the Maya civilization, which flourished from 200 BC to 900 AD. The Mayans were defeated by the Spaniards in the early 16th century, who left the area in ruins. These ruins were rediscovered in the 1990s and are the largest remains of the Mayan culture ever found. Today, you can get up close to the ruins in three locations: Chacchoben, Kohunlich, and Dzibanche. Chacchoben is about an hour's drive from the port and is the most famous of the three areas. Here, you can truly go on an exploration and learn more about the Mayans while enjoying the beautiful surroundings.

Currency
The Mexican currency is the peso (MXN). U.S. dollars can be exchanged in Mexico, but be aware that the government has imposed restrictions, allowing foreign tourists to exchange a maximum of $300 USD per day and a maximum of $1500 USD per month. There are no restrictions on other currencies. It is possible to withdraw cash and use credit cards in larger cities and tourist areas, but expect to use cash when venturing further away from civilization.