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Village in Quintana Roo, Mexico
Photo: -Luyten-, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons
Xcalak is a small sleepy fishing village on the Costa Maya, it is at the southernmost point of the state of Quintana Roo in Mexico, near the Belize border. Xcalak is known for its spectacular beaches, clear turquoise waters, sport fishing and scuba diving on the offshore reefs.
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Parque Nacional Arrecife de Xcalak
The reef itself lies about 500 meters offshore. The waters are comfortable year-round with temperatures between 21C and 27C. The water is clear with a light aquamarine color, underwater visibility ranges from about 15m to 30m. The water depth near the reef ranges from 1m to 3m, so it is ideal for snorkling. The park extends 40km along the Xcalak coast for a total surface area of 18,000 hectares. The park includes the seaside reef lagoon, mangroves, river deltas, the freshwater bay and of course, the coral reefs.
Chinchorro Banks Biosphere Reserve
The Chinchorro Reef lies just offshore from Xcalak, 22 km east of town. It is a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. In addition to diving the reefs, it is a good spot for birdwatching and an alligator sanctuary is on the island. Dive shops can arrange dive trips to the reef and pangas can be hired for the day to take you out to the island.
Captain Victor Castro offers flyfishing trips in Chetumal Bay on his charter boat.
Popular seafood restaurant. Grilled fish, shrimp, ceviche, lobster tails.
Formerly Sandwood Villas
Small eco inn located on a pristine beach with snorkeling right out front. All rooms are two bedroom, two bathroom suites with full kitchens and living/dining area.
Small establishment on the beach with kitchens and ceiling fans in each room.
Small, privately owned, beachfront location offering privacy in a jungle setting.
Beachfront villas hotel situated in secluded location.
On the beach. Clean, tidy place with good food and on-site bar for unwinding.
Offers fly fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling and sea kayaking.
This is a small village and the people aren't really hung up on addresses or street names. Just ask a local and they'll point you the right way.
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