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Bordered by the striking blue that emerges from the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea, Cancun offers the perfect balance of sun, soft sand, good food and Mayan culture. A Mexican city on the Yucatan Peninsula, a visit to Cancun will leave you dreaming!
The official currency of the country is the Mexican peso (MXN). American money and credit and debit cards are also accepted in the tourist centers. However, if you plan to use your cards at your destination, be sure to inform your financial institution of the dates of your stay in Mexico.
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) recommends that you consult a health specialist to discuss vaccinations against the following diseases: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, fever and typhoid. Please note that two doses of the Covid-19 vaccine are required to fly from Canada and to cross the land United States border.
Your passport must be valid for the duration of your intended stay in Mexico, even if you have dual citizenship.
| Month | Max | Min | Prec. |
| January | 27 °C | 20 °C | 136 mm |
| February | 28 °C | 21 °C | 121 mm |
| March | 29 °C | 21 °C | 74 mm |
| April | 30 °C | 23 °C | 175 mm |
| May | 31 °C | 25 °C | 200 mm |
| June | 32 °C | 25 °C | 274 mm |
| July | 32 °C | 25 °C | 252 mm |
| August | 32 °C | 25 °C | 245 mm |
| September | 31 °C | 24 °C | 310 mm |
| October | 30 °C | 24 °C | 234 mm |
| November | 29 °C | 23 °C | 223 mm |
| December | 28 °C | 21 °C | 142 mm |
While Spanish is the official language of Mexico, a total of 46 languages are spoken. This diversity corresponds to the mosaic of the population: diverse! It is also easy to communicate with the inhabitants in English if you don’t know Spanish
Golf
Several all-inclusive hotels in Riviera Riviera Maya offer their guests the possibility to play a few rounds of golf during their stay. Ask your travel consultant for more information.
Swimming with Sharks
Whale sharks migrate to the Yum Balam area from mid-June to mid-September. Totally harmless to humans, it is possible to admire them up close by scuba diving or snorkeling.
Cenotes
The Yucatan Peninsula has more than 30,000 cenotes. With their crystal-clear water, irresistibly turquoise, blue or green, some are completely underground (cenote caves), others are partially open and others look more like small open-air lakes. You will be amazed!
Mayan Ruins
You will find a multitude of excursions to the Mayan ruins during your stay in Riviera Maya. Chichén Itzá being the most famous pyramid in Mexico, this site is a mix between Mayan and Toltec culture. There is also Tulum and its paradisiacal setting by the sea, where history and vacation meet. Several other sites are also to be discovered!
Take advantage of the expertise of our travel advisors to plan your trip to Riviera Maya.
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