Xcalak
Mexico · Estado de Quintana RooMX
Village in Quintana Roo, Mexico
Xcalak is a village of 375 inhabitants in the municipality of Othón P. Blanco, Quintana Roo, on the Caribbean coast of Mexico. It is one of the last "unspoiled" stretches of the Mexican Caribbean located on the southern end of the Costa Maya. The world's second-largest barrier reef passes just off-shore from Xcalak and it is also a departure point for dive trips to the Chinchorro Bank atoll reef system. It is designated a Mexican national reef park and is an excellent site for snorkeling, scuba diving and fly fishing. It is 60 kilometers (37 mi) south of Mahahual, the site of a new large cruise ship pier, and just north of the border with Belize. The Mahahual pier was destroyed by hurricane Dean in 2007. This section of the coast is now being developed by the tourism industry and has a growing number of Americans and other expatriates investing in beach front property north of town. However, development is nowhere close to the degree of development in Cancún and Playa del Carmen to the north.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 436
- Coordinates
- 18.271, -87.835
- Timezone
- America/Belize
- Elevation
- 4 m
Overview of Xcalak
In Estado de Quintana Roo, Mexico, Xcalak stands out as a village. Some 436 inhabitants call it home. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Expect water sports to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Xcalak
Water Sports in Xcalak
(2)Xcalak records Diving and Scuba Diving under water sports. All of it is drawn from Xcalak's recorded activities. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
More to do in Xcalak
(1)Our data lists Secret as other activities options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Xcalak.
Best time to visit Xcalak
For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
Getting there & around
Getting to Xcalak usually means a connection from Estado de Quintana Roo and your own wheels for the rest. Xcalak runs on America/Belize time.
Similar destinations
Places near Xcalak that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Xcalak known for?
- In Estado de Quintana Roo, Mexico, Xcalak stands out for water sports. That mix defines the typical visit to this 436-strong destination.
- What can you do in Xcalak?
- Options in Xcalak run to Diving and Scuba Diving — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Xcalak?
- For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
- Where is Xcalak located?
- You will find Xcalak in Estado de Quintana Roo, Mexico. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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