What to do in Tulum?

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If you are preparing your next holiday to the Riviera Maya, in addition to taking all the security and prevention measures of COVID-19, you will probably dedicate yourself to find the best destination to rest, relax and get to know tourist and cultural places that connect you with the pre-Columbian past. If so, you should know that Tulum has this and more.

Today we will tell you what to do in Tulum and the excursions to be made in order to prepare your bags; come with us to read.
Tulum is a Magical Village located south of Cancun, framed by the Caribbean Sea turquoise waters, which give it a paradisiacal spectacle and a hot climate most of the year. Its white fine sand beaches are characterized by its huge dunes, where herbs, shrubs and abundant trees grow. But this is not Tulum’s only attraction, there are others like:

Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve

Declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 1987, Sian ka’an means “where the sky is born”, formed by approximately 650 thousand hectares along 120 km from north to south, between Tulum and Felipe Carrillo Puerto, it is the largest protected area in the Mexican Caribbean that encompasses beaches, dunes, cenotes, a rainforest, as well as coral reefs, birds and a wide variety of animal species.

Within this reserve is the Archaeological Zone of Muyil, one of the most important for its location, its size and the number of architectural buildings it houses: pyramidal foundations, platforms, religious structures, rooms and other vestiges in 38 hectares of jungle.

Kaan Luum Lagoon

Just 12 km from the center of Tulum, by the road to Felipe Carrillo Puerto is the lagoon of Kaan Luum, which will amaze you by the large amount of colors you will see. In this place you will find cenotes for swimming, snorkeling or diving. Also thanks to its clay sand you can have 100% natural facial and body exfoliation treatments.

Try the local cuisine

The village of Tulum is small, but you can find many options. You can’t leave without having tried Mexican and traditional cuisine like Tikin-xic, a typical dish consisting of fish baked underground or grilled.

Stay at Orchid House!

Since you have decided to visit this magical village, staying at Orchid House, boutique hotel in Tulum will be your best choice. Make your reservation today and plan your next vacation in the Mexican Caribbean.