Kids activities in Akumal

If you have kids and you tell them you're going to Mexico, there's usually only one response you'll hear from them. "I want to go"! And it's not very nice to leave them behind (unless you're planning an adult-only Mexico trip). There are plenty of things for kids to do in and around Akumal, so bring them along and let them try some of these things.

The best, easiest and cheapest activity for kids in Akuaml is snorkeling. Depending on the age of your children, you should buy a life vest of them so there's no chance of an accident happening. The life vest will protect your kids from sunburn as well as drowning. Snorkeling in the Yal Ku Lagoon is great for children because the water is very calm, and there are no waves or rough waters.

Kids love just playing in the sand on the beach, so let them have at it. Bring some buckets and let them make a giant sand castle. They can play there for hours while you sit on the beach with a margarita, reading a book or just relaxing in the sun. Just make sure your kids do not play near any turtle nests. Stepping on these nests can crush the eggs buried in the sand.

If your kids like animals, you have to visit The Jungle Place. They have a big tour with wild animals everywhere. They are all either in cages or on chains so you don't have to worry about being attacked by a wild animal. You can play with monkeys, talk to big beautiful parrots, and much more.

People with adventurous kids might consider taking an eco tour. This tour will take them through the jungle to different cenotes, they have a big zip-line in the jungle to play on, and you even get a traditional Mayan lunch. It's great to let them waste some energy for half a day.

Xel Ha is usually a hit with everybody, young or old, but children especially love it. You can do almost everything in this resort like swimming with dolphins, tubing down the river, jumping off cliffs and ice cream shops everywhere! It's a little expensive, but a perfect way to spend a day in Mexico.