Mexico is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean on the south and west, Caribbean sea in the southwest and Gulf of Mexico in the east.
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Mexico has nearly 500 beaches. Each beach offers a different and unique experience.
Tulum Beach
If you are looking for a secluded beach with historical Mayan ruins, then head out to the Tulum beach.
This palm trees-fringed white sandy beach is picturesque. The several limestone pools here, are perfect for swimming.
Cancun Beach
One of the most popular beaches of Mexico, Cancun beach has 14 miles of pristine white sand and clear waters.
The coral reef here is perfect for snorkeling and scuba diving. Visitors also go paddle boarding and kayaking.
Puerto Vallarta Beach
Located in a resort town with cobblestone streets, this beach is popular for all the water sports activities.
Apart from whale-watching and deep-sea fishing, you can go hiking to the nearby Sierra Madre Mountains.
Xpu Ha Beach
One of the secluded beaches in Mexico, fishing, kayaking and snorkeling are popular activities here.
When you are here, try your hand at Beach volley and beach football.
Playa Norte
It is considered as a popular family beach because of the calm, safe waters and shiny white sand.
The main beach is on Isla Mujeres which can get crowded on weekends. There are many beach bars, accommodation and restaurants here.
Playa Las Gatas
This white sand beach is perfect for snorkeling. This beach is named after the nurse shark, that were seen in these waters.
You can access this beach by a boat or follow a steep pathway. There are several eateries that serve delicious seafood.
Akumal Beach
This is an amazing beach for water sports enthusiasts. Snorkeling and scuba diving are the most favorite activities here.
Akumal means Place of Turtles. 'This beach is the nesting ground for the huge sea turtles. It's a secluded beach, and families with children come here as the water is safe for swimming.
Bahía Balandra
A gorgeous family beach, it is famous for its rock formation called the Diamond Rock.
Snorkeling is one of the many activities encouraged here. The waters are warm, that makes it a perfect location for swimming.
Playa Maroma
This beach has been voted as one of the top ten beaches in the world.
The water is gentle and the sand is powder soft. It's a picture-perfect beach where you can enjoy swimming. The only drawback here is expensive accommodation.
Paamul Beach
A sand and limestone beach, it is located north of the Puerto Aventuras.
It is a less crowded beach and footwear is necessary for walking on this beach.
However, it is frequented by scuba divers and snorkelers because of the coral garden and lovely tropical marine life.
Isla Holbox
This is a small island with deserted beaches and shallow waters. It is only 3-hours from Cancun.
Beaches here are tranquil and quiet with white sand and crystal clear waters ideal for swimming.
If you love the sun, sand and water, Mexico should be your next beach destination. The beaches here have something for everyone.