r/tulum • u/sbmz79 • Apr 14 '25
Private transfer is available, one way and round-trip service. These are generally vans, they wait outside the terminal with your name on a placard to take you straight from the airport to your accommodations. Quick beer, liquor and snack stops are generally available on request.
Ami-Go (Local Operator - Cancun and Tulum Airports)
Canada Transfers (Tulum and Cancun Airport)
Tulum Airport & Hotel Transfers by Viator
Mexico Kan Tours Shuttle (Local Operator - Tulum and Cancun Airport)
Taxis are available, specially expensive from airports and bus stations, but readily available. It’s recommended to discuss the fare before getting in the taxi. Always agree on the price in advance.
Rental cars are available. Common major US companies are available in the airport. They wait with your name on a placard outside the terminal and transfer you to their offsite office to perform the paperwork and get you on your way.
Check out Hertz Mexico
Tulum has several distinct areas, each offering a different experience:
Hotel Zone (Beach): High-end boutique hotels and resorts right on the beach. Perfect for direct beach access, dining, and nightlife, but expect premium prices. Not the best for easy transportation or budget travelers.
Aldea Zama: A modern residential area between the beach and town. It offers upscale condos, vacation rentals, and a quieter atmosphere, but you'll need a bike, scooter, or taxi to get around.
Tulum Town (Centro): More affordable hotels, hostels, and Airbnb options with access to local restaurants and services. A great choice for budget travelers and those looking for a more local experience, but it's a bike or taxi ride away from the beach.
Surrounding Areas: There are eco-lodges and vacation rentals in the jungle or along nearby beaches, offering tranquility and nature at the cost of convenience and accessibility.
Check out the best hotels to stay in Tulum (Expedia)
Chichen Itza / Cenotes / Sian Kaan / Yoga / Scuba Diving
Check out the recommended tours
Hurricane season on the Riviera Maya runs from June 1 through November 30. The highest risk of storm activity is historically between August and October. The good news is, hurricanes are fairly rare. However, daily showers are to be expected year-round. It is a tropical environment. Just because your weather forecast predicts rain doesn’t mean your day will be washed out. Always Google "Caribbean weather radar" to find major approaching weather patterns. In the Caribbean, even during rainfall, it remains pleasantly warm.
Check out the Live Beach Camera
Cannabis is not legal in Mexico.
From Wikipedia:
"On June 28, 2021, the Supreme Court voted 8-3 to legalize adult use marijuana under Mexican law. However, state and federal penal laws remain in place, pending action by the Mexican Congress to clean up inconsistencies and remove penal language. No legal structure has been put into place allowing for legal sale of marijuana, nor are there provisions for commercial growth and production. Meanwhile, those incarcerated for sale or possession have no path to release. All these await legislative action to bring Mexico's laws into alignment with the Supreme Court rulings. Unlike in the US, a Supreme Court ruling does not automatically invalidate all existing laws. Congress has had years to act, but has not yet done so successfully."
When things change, we'll revisit the rules of the sub.
Dollars or pesos?
While US dollars are widely accepted in and around the Riviera Maya, using them opens you up to get the worst possible exchange rate. Therefore, using Mexican currency is highly recommended. So how do you get pesos? You can visit your home bank and allow them to make the conversion. You can visit any one of the numerous currency exchange booths or stores located all over the region, including the airport. But you generally get the best exchange if you simply use your ATM card at a trusted ATM machine. By “trusted”, we suggest inside a bank or major supermarket where surveillance is in place. Using a machine that is outside and not monitored opens you up to ATM “skimmers”. Also very important, some ATMs offer to do the conversion to pesos right there, at the machine. Always DECLINE this option. The ATM machine gives you a terrible exchange rate.
Check the exchange rate on casa de cambio San Jorge
Gas pumps are a common place where tourists get scammed in Mexico. Avoid such scams. Rule #1 should just be never use a credit card. Same goes true with taxis. Credit cards are just a simple way for tourists to get ripped off. Make sure they zero the pump before beginning pumping. Don't give any money until the transaction is 100% complete.
What to do If you get stopped
Dedicated community for ticket resale for Tulum events such as Zamna and Day Zero
Dedicated community for advertising, selling, buying and trading
r/Tulum_Marketplace and r/tulumNSFW
While it’s true Mexico has a significantly higher homicide rate (28 per 100,000 people) than the United States (7 per 100,000 people), data suggests violence against American citizens remains rare. In 2021, 75 U.S. citizens died by homicide in Mexico, according to the State Department.
That represents a small fraction of the more than 28.8 million Americans who went to the country over the same time period. Using those figures, the murder rate of U.S. citizens in Mexico was around 0.26 per 100,000 visitors, significantly lower than the rate in the United States.
Reporting Police Misconduct, Extortion and Corruption.
If you witness or experience inappropriate police behavior in Tulum, visit the portal at denuncia.qroo.gob.mx/sitio where you can submit your complaint. Your input is crucial for promoting accountability and ensuring a safe community.
Choose your type of report: The system allows users to file denuncias (formal complaints of administrative violations) and manifestaciones (non-corruption-related grievances).
Provide detailed information: Specific details such as the time, location, and identity of the public official involved are essential to ensure proper investigation.
Follow up on your report: Even if filed anonymously, you can track the status of your complaint on the same platform.
Anonymous option: You can file anonymously, and the system allows you to follow the case progress online. This is particularly useful for those who fear retaliation.
The main emergency number in Mexico is 911, they will answer in spanish, they will probably have someone for english too.
In Tulum there is also a local number for the Local Police
Seguridad Pública (+52 1) 984 871 2055
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r/tulum • u/sbmz79 • Apr 14 '25
Affordable air-conditioned shuttle to and from Cancun and Tulum airports
Cancun and Tulum Airport Transportation
Canada Transfers (Tulum and Cancun Airport)
Tulum Airport & Hotel Transfers by Tripadvisor
Mexico Kan Tours Shuttle (Local Operator - Cancun and Tulum Airports)
USA Transfers (Cancun and Tulum Airports)
The ADO bus is the cheapest option for transportation but not the most time-efficient one. Tickets can be purchased just outside the terminal or online ado.com.mx
Selected as one of the New World Wonders, Chichén Itzá is without a doubt one of the most spectacular and important archeological sites of the Yucatan peninsula and Mesoamerica. The Maya-Toltec style; which can be appreciated in Chichén Itzá is the result of the cultural exchange between the different cultures of Mesoamerica.
World Wonder Discovery by Mexico Kan Tours (Local Tour Operator)
World Wonder Discovery Private by Mexico Kan Tours
Chichén itzá, Valladolid and Cenote Tour by Ocean Tours (Local Tour Operator)
Chichen Itza by Tripadvisor
Cenote Sound Journey - An Enlightening Adventure of the Spirit including a Musical Meditation Session within the Underworld.
Temazcal & Cenote - An Exploration of a Fascinating Mayan Healing Ceremony with numerous Health Benefits & Cultural Insights.
Isla Mujeres / Horseback Riding / Sunset Sailing
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Mexico Kan Tours is one of the oldest, most professional and reliable tour and transfer operators in Tulum. We trust them with our members, and you will not be disappointed.
Scuba Tulum stands as one of Tulum's most established, thoroughly professional, and consistently dependable dive shops. Our confidence in them to serve our members is unwavering, and you can expect nothing but satisfaction from their services.
Remember to check out Frequently Asked Questions
With love from Tulum ❤
r/tulum • u/hahahahudkme • 23h ago
my friends and i (all 23f)are visiting tulum in November mid (14-19)- how is the party scene during that time? and any recommendations for parties in budget (under 100usd)
r/tulum • u/No-Fig-4532 • 16h ago
Hi everyone! We’re a group of four staying at Nômade Tulum and planning to go to Full Moon Rising at Gitano Beach on October 24. We’d love to meet some friendly people to hang out with and enjoy the evening together. Anyone else going? Feel free to comment or send me a DM!
r/tulum • u/Cute-Independent9595 • 1d ago
Hi everyone!
My partner and I are from Argentina, and we’re planning to stay in Tulum from December 30, 2026, to January 30, 2027.
We’re looking for an entire apartment or condo for two people, ideally with 1 or 2 bedrooms. Our maximum budget is $1,200 USD for the entire stay, including all taxes and fees.
We’d prefer a safe area, ideally within a 10–15 minute bike ride from the beach.
We’ve been checking Airbnb and other rental websites, but prices seem pretty high for those dates.
Does anyone have recommendations for trustworthy local rental agencies, websites, Facebook groups, or property owners offering monthly rentals?
We’re also open to renting directly from owners, as long as it’s safe and legitimate.
Any tips or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance!
r/tulum • u/Adventurous-Way-5223 • 1d ago
Any travelers or locals alike interested in organizing a morning coffee get-together sometime this week? Nothing crazy or too committal, just a way for us all to connect?
Im noticing what seems to be quite a few solo travelers wandering around town so if you’re one of them, so am I! Hi 👋🏼
r/tulum • u/Narrow-Biscotti-9657 • 2d ago
What do you think about airlines canceling flights to Tulum?
r/tulum • u/ThorleBanana • 2d ago
My friends and I are in Tulum right now and we've noticed a lot of spots feel pretty empty. Are there any beach clubs with a chill vibe that still have a decent amount of people at this time of year?
r/tulum • u/Natural-Ad-8721 • 3d ago
Hi everyone! I'm traveling to Tulum in November with a group of people, and I'm looking for recommendations for the absolute safest, most reliable private transportation company from Cancun Airport to our villa in Tulum (and back). The trip is about 1hr 40 mins from airport to villa.
There will be 3 of us on the way there and 5 on the return trip. I'm organizing transportation for the group, so I really want to make sure I'm choosing a reputable, trustworthy company that everyone can feel comfortable with.
Budget is not a concern. I'm more than willing to pay extra for peace of mind. I don't necessarily need a luxury vehicle, but I do want a comfortable, well-maintained vehicle, professional and vetted drivers, excellent communication, and a company with a strong track record for safety and reliability.
I've seen USA Transfers recommended quite a bit, but I'm also looking into Black Luxury Service and SEVA Tulum.
For those who have made this trip, which company would you trust the most? I'd really appreciate firsthand experiences, both positive and negative!
Thank you!
r/tulum • u/SeekingElation • 4d ago
We’re staying in Bacalar for a week in January and still deciding where to stay on the Yucatan peninsula for the 2nd week.
We’ve never seen the Caribbean so we’re pretty intent on getting a beachfront room/suite. Tulum is our most likely choice.
Beachfront room is non-negotiable. Optimally with a nice private outdoor lounging area/patio/terrace to lounge in during the day.
We were about to book at Nomade but we were slightly turned off by having to pay the full balance up front, especially after reading about Our Habitas shutting down overnight.
Who’s had good similar experiences where?
Gracias!
r/tulum • u/Ok_Profession_8736 • 4d ago
A group of us are heading to Tulum for NYE. None of us have been before. Where’s the best place to party on NYE?
r/tulum • u/HoontarATX • 6d ago
Any tips on which cenotes have the clearest waters right now, given the heavy rains last weekend?
I recently learned some cenotes become very cloudy and can take a few weeks to clear up.
Thanks in advance, y'all!
r/tulum • u/Fun-Journalist2356 • 6d ago
Hello everyone! I have an upcoming trip to Tulum and will be arriving at Tulum Airport. The latest departure to Tulum Centro showing on the ADO app is 3:30 PM. Does anyone know if there are later buses that aren't listed online? I've seen people mention that buses run pretty frequently, so I'm wondering if I could just purchase a ticket at the airport, or does this mean the later departures are already sold out? Any help or tips are appreciated, thanks so much!
r/tulum • u/Character_Ad_3599 • 7d ago
Hi,
Me and my partner are visiting in November. We are staying some hotels in the hotel zone and also in some air Bnbs in La Valeta but we are looking for something in between with a bit of atmosphere where we can meet other travelers. Would you recommend Mayan monkey or che? Which do you think will be the busiest? Has anyone got any recent photos or videos of the amesphere in either.
🐒
Cheers
r/tulum • u/Medium_Flower4070 • 7d ago
Any recs for mexican eats maybe in the town center? Chilaquiles, refritos, even a burrito. I’m staying in the hotel zone but wanting to explore other places. Bonus if vegetarian adjacent.
r/tulum • u/Initial_Public4344 • 8d ago
Hi all! My fiancée and I are debating what time of year would be better to have our wedding in Tulum. We aren’t doing a beach wedding, so the actual condition of the beach won’t be a huge factor. I am more concerned about the weather and temperature we will be subjected to 😂 especially considering wedding attire and hair and makeup. We have been to Tulum once, and it was early July. It was very hot from what I remember, and I was probably wearing shorts and a tank top, still burning up. Anyone have personal experience here on what is best and what would be more comfortable, and what some of the potential trade-offs would be?
r/tulum • u/Capable_Pipe5629 • 9d ago
Hey all traveling down soon with my somewhat elderly mother. I'm hoping to get in a day or two of cenotes diving. Ideally somewhere that my mom could come along in the van and snorkel that's pretty. Any shops offer this? Thanks
Edit: bonus points for any unusual/less traveled cenotes as I did many of the most popular ones recently.
r/tulum • u/Agreeable-Fox-2977 • 9d ago
Hi everyone! My boyfriend and I are traveling to Tulum at the end of the month and we'll be staying at Kan Hotel.
For anyone who's stayed there, what did you think of the hotel and its location?
We'll have a rental car anyway, but we're a bit worried about leaving it parked in town or near the beach clubs. Is car break-in/theft something we should be concerned about? Would you recommend using taxis instead when going into town or to the beach clubs, or is it generally safe to drive and park?
And lastly, what beach clubs would you recommend for a couple? We'd love to hear your favorites, especially places with a nice atmosphere, good food/drinks, and a beautiful beach.
Any tips or recommendations for Tulum would be greatly appreciated!
How do the colectivos work in Tulum?
Where can I find the routes and schedules?
I'd like to go from La Veleta to Chedraui or the beach (hotel zone and the north end of Tulum beach) or Playa del Carmen.
Does it go to south to the lagoon?
r/tulum • u/No-Virus-9874 • 11d ago
I have heard there was a mass layoff with no severance for the staff and the guests were stranded with no power and water. Is it all true ?
r/tulum • u/Left-Leek-6482 • 12d ago
I am looking for a mobile massage service for me and my friend for a long term booking 4x a week for a good deal. Can anyone recommend me someone that is reasonably priced and also knows how to massage / handle pregnant women? Preferably massage / lymph drainage package
r/tulum • u/HoontarATX • 12d ago
Are there yoga places with AC in Tulum that are also open during October?
Studios with strong fans on full blast could be an alternative.
Thanks in Advance. Tulum is awesome (outside the hotel zone)!!
r/tulum • u/knitsgamesandbooks • 12d ago
Hey all!
I’ll be returning to tulum for the 4th time this February. So far it’s just been me and my kids (2018, 2023, 2025) but this year we are empty nesters and it’s just me and my husband- his first visit. I don’t know anything about adult-focused tulum.
I’ve always used the public beaches with no complaints but for our couple trip I’d love to treat myself to a daybed at a beach club. Can anyone recommend their fave beach club/s that’s not a total rip-off? I have no problem with a reasonable minimum spend and prefer a chill non-party vibe. I do not want to feel like I crashed a bachelor party.
Also looking for your favorite late-ish night spot for a drink (like 9 pm lol) - not in the ZH. I’ve never stayed out past dinner time!
And… your fave cenote. I’ve done gran cenote, & cenotes calavera (least fave), cristal, and escondito. What should I do next??? My taxi driver last year recommended cenote corazón so that’s high on my list.
We won’t have a car, if that matters for recs. I rented e-bikes last year and it was awesome. No problem getting to the beach, town, and cenotes by bike. We biked everywhere except the airport. Planning to do that again.
Thank youuuuu.
r/tulum • u/Sensitive_Lime69 • 13d ago
My Fiancé and I are planning out our wedding and we really liked our site visit of the Amber Epices Jungle Villa. We decided to move forward with them and we are attempting to make our deposit payment but the payments continuously get declined by our banks. We’ve had calls with the banks to allow the transactions, but trying again leads to the same result, transaction blocked.
We met the on-site concierge during our visit and he was great and very informative, but now we are communicating with the property manager who lives in Morocco to actually complete the booking.
The payment link they sent us looks pretty sketchy (it’s called secure and pay dot com - I’m spelling it out, it’s a URL). I don’t see much online presence for the payment portal and I think it’s odd we are being asked to pay in Euros rather than Pesos or USD.
Looking up the venue, they have a great instagram page, and people in the area know about it and has been mentioned on several wedding venue review sites, even one of the planners we are working with has it on their list of venues they’ve done before so we are fairly confident that the venue is a legitimate operation but this payment process has been horrible and has reduced our confidence in our first choice of venue.
Has anyone here had experience with this venue? If so, did you encounter similar issues with paying for the space? Any help is appreciated!
r/tulum • u/Careless-Annual-1800 • 14d ago
Hi there! My husband & I are planning our Baby Moon & we are wanting to go somewhere decently priced with a beach! I love Mexico so much & have never been to Tulum, so that is what we are thinking! I will be around 30 weeks at the time (early November). Obviously, I’m not looking to do any crazy excursions or anything like that. Maybe just checking out the area & enjoying ourselves :) Has anyone been to Tulum in November that can tell me what it is like? More so, if anyone has been while pregnant! Any recommendations? I’ll take any tips/advice! Thank you! 🩷