The Mayan Coast

Panoramic view of Banco Chinchorro Reserve

A new ecotourism destination is waiting for you in Quintana Roo. If you are passionate about natural places barely touched by the hand of man, without overcrowding and with multiple environmentally responsible activities, you have found your new ideal destination, the Banco Chinchorro Natural Reserve.

Chinchorro Bank

Banco Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve is located in Quintana Roo, off the coast of Mahahual, specifically in the municipality of Othón.

It is a perfect destination for ecotourism, nature lovers will be delighted to have found a new place to go. In the territory you can practice a variety of activities, so if you want to spend great moments with your family and friends, you will love it.

Among them is the observation of fauna and flora, as it is a place full of very particular animals, as well as a great variety of plants, trees and bushes that are unique to the area.

In addition, catch and release fishing is practiced, which consists of catching a specimen and then returning it to its natural habitat. This allows not conditioning the ecosystem, as well as learning from different marine species in a sustainable way.

And of course, snorkeling and scuba diving are two of the most popular and practiced activities in Quintana Roo that you can also do in the Banco Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve.

Here you can observe varied reefs with their corresponding aquatic life, fish of all sizes and colors, as well as other more dangerous animals. After your day, we recommend you to go up to the viewpoint to admire the landscape and take beautiful pictures for your memories.

Port Costa Maya

Puerto Costa Maya is one of the best known, since its 45 kilometers of coastline are home to all kinds of tourist attractions. Its beaches of almost transparent turquoise waters are incredible for swimming and sunbathing.

It is very close to the Banco Chinchorro Natural Reserve, as well as other places perfect for adventure activities, as well as others focused more on water sports. Also, in the vicinity, there are multiple archaeological sites that we recommend you admire, as they are part of the history of Mexico.

Costa Maya Ecotourism Cabins

Once you’ve arrived at the Mexican coast, you can’t help but appreciate the impressive all-inclusive resorts scattered throughout the territory. It is true that they have all the services and amenities you would expect in resorts of these dimensions.

But, if what you want is to live an unconventional experience, a little more exciting and that will help you blend in with nature, we suggest you look for a cabin in Puerto Costa Maya. There are multiple options to rent for a few days ecotourism cabins on the beach that have all kinds of amenities.

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