5 Unknown Beaches to Discover on your Riviera Yacht Rental Vacation
Riviera Maya – this sun-drenched stretch of Mexican coastline perfectly blends the natural wonders of the Yucatán Peninsula with the magnificent ruins of ancient Mayan cities. Stretching 100 miles, from just south of Puerto Morelos to the protected biosphere reserve of Sian Ka'an, the Riviera Maya region offers stunningly beautiful beaches, expansive stretches of powdery white sand lapped by clear turquoise waters for enjoying a perfect yacht rental vacation. Besides the ancient Mayan ruins in Chichen Itza, Tulum & Coba, scuba diving and cenote diving sites of Playa del Carmen, and natural aquarium and theme parks of Xel-Há & Xcaret, the Mayan Riviera boasts some amazingly gorgeous unknown beaches that you must discover on your yacht rental trip.
 
# X’cacel Beach
 
This remote and beautiful beach is a hidden gem inside of the Riviera Maya with more than half a mile of fine white sand and turquoise sea. An untouched stretch of natural beauty, X’cacel is still relatively unknown. The most beautiful asset of X'cacel is the fresh water cenote found here. The area is well populated with turtles during their nesting season (May-November) when the mother turtles come ashore to bury their eggs. Another place to visit here is the X’Cacel-X’Cacelito privileged area where you'll find different types of ecosystems, distributed in the jungle, mangrove, cenote, coastal dune, coralline reefs and lagoon reefs.
 
 
# Playa Chemuyil
 
Located about 20 kilometers from the ruins of Tulum, this beach is a great beauty and a must-visit destination for those looking to get away from crowded beaches. It contains a crescent shaped beach surrounded by jungle. Protected by a reef, the beach is a perfect spot for snorkeling or canoeing. Playa Chemuyil claims to be "the most beautiful beach in the world" and you'll agree with this declaration once you visit this not so well known wonder. There is also a sink-hole with underwater rock formations in Chemuyil that offers great swimming opportunities.
 
 
# Xpu Ha
 
It is a section of beach between Playa Del Carmen and Tulum, and provides a more remote getaway & a fun day trip just outside of Playa Del Carmen. Xpu Ha maintains its laid-back charm and uncrowded feel. It is an ideal spot for snorkeling, swimming, kayaking and beach volleyball. At the northern side of the bay, there is a fresh natural water well – Cenote Manati – perfect for enjoying swimming. Snorkel in the second biggest coral reef in the world or dive in cenotes and caverns, there are plenty of water sporting opportunities in this location.
 
 
# Soliman Bay
 
Soliman Bay is tucked away in a quiet residential community, just South of Akumal, about halfway between Akumal and Tulum. With over 2 miles of secluded, white sand beach, shimmering waters of the Caribbean, and beach cabanas, it's a peaceful retreat for your family or romantic vacation. In addition it’s a great place to spend the day with the family snorkeling, relaxing, and enjoying lunch at a beach-side restaurant and or renting a kayak. The snorkeling at this site is fantastic!
 
 
# Punta Allen
 
Punta Allen is the largest and most secluded village in the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve with beautiful ocean lagoons, dolphins, friendly atmosphere and a number of activities to enjoy. It is a perfect base for bird-watchers; pelicans, pink spoonbills, frigates, mockingbirds, vultures and white ibis can be spotted here easily. This beach also draws fishermen from all over the world who enjoy saltwater flats and fly fishing.
 
 
These stunning beaches of the Riviera Maya are absolutely gorgeous even in pictures, but much more beautiful in real life. . Secluded beaches, mesmerizing natural beauty, friendly people, stunning scenery and perfect weather – this little piece of tropical paradise in the Caribbean region provides amazing opportunities to appreciate the seclusion combined with the striking beauty of the most untouched beaches while in the Riviera Maya on your Riviera Maya yacht rentals vacation. It's for sure you'll never forget the experience of cruising the Caribbean, but be sure to snap a bunch of pictures just in case.
