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Beaches

Yucatán is an exceptional state, rich in natural treasures and possessing an unmatched coastline stretching 378 km from Celestún to Rio Lagartos, bathed by the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

Here a selection of beaches in Yucatán:

Here you can take a stroll along the seafront, enjoy the breeze and the delicious regional food served in the many restaurants which line the sea walk. Today a number of cruise lines disembark here, bringing countless passengers from all over the world who enjoy not only the charm and exquisite flavour of the historic port, but also the peacefulness and warmth of its people.


From Progreso you can visit anywhere in the state on tourist routes designed for day-trippers. For those who prefer an overnight stay, there are picturesque hotels with sea view, some of which conserve the Art Deco style of the beginning of the last century. Impeccably positioned in the Peninsula of Yucatán and with an efficient tourist infrastructure, Progreso is the state's most important port.

The waters of the marvellous beaches are so calm that there are frequent regattas and windsurfing or fishing tournaments. Along the beach there is a beautiful "malecon" (Waterfront Promenade) parallel to the shops and stands of handcraft. Progreso also has a large supermarket, a typical market, a town square, restaurants, hotels, currency exchanges, taxis, banks, etc.

A small corner of the Yucatán coast with serene, transparent waters, Telchac is the ideal place for a variety of water sports and a well-earned rest. Take a pleasant walk around the quaint square or along the promenade to the lighthouse. Close by is the beautiful Laguna Rosada (pink lagoon), home to migrating birds, and a refuge for the fabulous pink flamingo.

Telchac lies 69 km northeast of Mérida.

A legendary port for coastal navigation, almost all the heneken produced in the state at the beginning of the XIX century was exported from here. The sun sheds its warm smile on the beaches and, of course, the exotic natural scenery. Beautiful migratory birds like the Canadian duck arrive punctually every year in search of the peaceful waters of Sisal. Also worth a visit are the fortifications built by the port guardians to protect against raiding pirates.

Sisal, in the east of Yucatán, is situated 53 km from the city of Mérida.

A visit to the Yucatecan coast will definitely surprise and spoil you with its charms: bask in the refreshing air and transparent waters, delight in the delicious lobster, conch and octopus or shrimp…. or to put it simply: just relax.