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Review:
Not quite located in Costa Maya but only a short journey away, the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has been a hugely important part of Mexico's Quintana Roo state for wildlife science and conservation. Stretching out across land and sea and a large coral reef, Sian Ka'an covers a huge area, including vast swathes of vegetation and some truly breathtaking beaches.
The beaches run from Tulum to Punta Allen and, given the important and protected status of the surrounding area, these beaches are almost entirely untouched by man, offering a raw and authentic look at Mexico’s Caribbean coast as Mother Nature intended. The area is so laid-back and old-fashioned that the on-site security guards will even often to bring some fresh coconuts down to the beach for a small fee. The beaches along Sian Ka'an can vary in size and style, with both soft sands and rugged rounds found along this part of the coastline, so there's a lot to see and explore, with activities like swimming and snorkeling recommended in the calmer area.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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