Bohemian beach paradise with jungle parties and cenote magic
Cenote morning at Dos Ojos or Gran Cenote, beach-club afternoon at Taboo or Mia, sunset at Casa Jaguar, late dinner at Hartwood with the wood-fire menu. Tour the Tulum ruins early before the cruise crowd, ride bikes between the jungle and the beach road. Stay at Be Tulum or Azulik if the budget allows. Fly CUN, drive 90 minutes south. Passport required.
snorkeling • 3 hours
Crystal-clear cenote snorkeling through underground caverns
tour • 2 hours
Cliffside Mayan ruins overlooking the Caribbean — arrive at 8am
boat cruise • 5 hours
Float through mangrove channels in a UNESCO biosphere reserve
cocktail class • 2 hours
Learn to craft mezcal cocktails with a local mixologist
bar • balanced • $$$
Jungle clearing with mezcal bar, live DJ, and fire dancers
bar • balanced • $$$
Beachfront club with international DJs and toes-in-sand dancing
club • balanced • $$$
Legendary Saturday full-moon party with world-class DJs on the beach
Dress code: Upscale nightlife attire, no athletic wear
lounge • chill • $$$$
Ultra-chic beach club with Mediterranean food and afternoon DJ sets
Dress code: Smart casual
cocktail bar • chill • $$$
Candlelit jungle cocktail bar with craft mezcal and ceviche
bar • chill • $
Pueblo spot pressing fresh sugarcane mojitos from a VW beetle
club • unhinged • $$$
Open-air cenote venue hosting major electronic music festivals
Dress code: Upscale nightlife attire, no athletic wear
lounge • balanced • $$$$
Latin-inspired beachfront restaurant that turns into a party at night
Dress code: Smart casual
Wood-Fired / Farm-to-Table • $$$ • Best for: dinner
Open-fire cooking in the jungle — arrive early, no reservations
Contemporary Mexican • $$$$ • Best for: dinner
Chef Jose Luis Hinostroza's stunning tasting menu in a jungle pavilion
Mexican / Burritos • $ • Best for: brunch
Colorful pueblo spot with massive breakfast burritos and fresh juice
Italian • $$$ • Best for: dinner
Beachfront Italian with fresh pasta and no-shoes-required vibes
Mexican / Interactive • $$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Market-to-table cooking class and group dinner experience
Vegan / Raw / Smoothie Bar • $$ • Best for: brunch
Beachfront vegan cafe with acai bowls and ocean views
Seafood / Mexican • $$ • Best for: brunch
Beach shack with fresh ceviche, fried fish, and cold beers
Japanese / Mexican Fusion • $$$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Upscale sushi with Mexican influences from the famed Cabo original
boutique-hotel • Max 12 guests
Boho-luxury beachfront hotel with plunge pools and jungle spa
boutique-hotel • Max 12 guests
Spiritual-chic hotel with communal fire pit and beach ceremonies
airbnb • Max 12 guests
Private beachfront villa with rooftop, pool, and jungle garden
boutique-hotel • Max 14 guests
Beachfront hotel with famous Salsa Sundays and swing beds
house • Max 10 guests
Secluded jungle compound with pool, outdoor shower, and hammocks
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