Costa Maya Beach Day

It was a little difficult to find the taxi station at the port.

The beach day was fantastic. Beer and cocktails were included. The cocktails were weak but still refreshing. The beach area was right off of the main boardwalk that links nearby hotels and shops. Plenty of shaded chairs and umbrellas. The staff was friendly and very helpful. The nachos and tacos included were delicious and a great snack. You'll see 5-10 vendors walking around to sell souvenirs but they're respectful and friendly. Water sports/activities are available for an extra fee. The cab fare to/from the port were included and set up quickly by the staff! The instructions included a map on how to get to the meeting point so that made things very easy. Of course, excursions thru the cruise line are easier to find but it wasn't a problem at all for us.

Finding the driver and getting there was easy. The servers were attentive at the beach/restaurant but much of the food didn't have any flavor and the drinks tasted as if they had been watered down.

The beach was nice, service was excellent, people constantly trying to sell their goods became annoying!! Beach chairs need improvement.

The instructions were clear on how to get to our meeting place. The ride to the resort was quick and easy. The resort was very nice, very attentive to our needs with food and drink. Many vendors do come on the beach but are very respectful if you say no. Wonderful time!

This excursion was fantastic. Whisked away to a private boutique hotel resort with gorgeous crystal waters. The service and food were great. Highly recommend.

Gracious & kind. Perfect day relaxing. Our host was amazing.

The hardest part is finding the meetup spot. Look for the Hard Rock and it's right in front. This was such a fun excursion and had shopping, relaxation, food, drink, and water activities. My wife got a massage and was in pure bliss afterwards. We did snorkeling which was super inexpensive ($25 per person for an hour). It was an amazing trip and personalized because it was just us. I got so much footage of fish and even a spotted eagle ray swimming! I also saw a barracuda which was awesome. There are so many people that try to sell you stuff so that's not fun but otherwise, great excursion.

My family and I enjoyed a fantastic time in Costa Maya recently on a cruise. The food & drinks were great and authentic Mexican, superb service and hospitality.

This was a fantastic excursion. We were picked up at the port and taken to the beach where we were introduced to the young man that would take care of us for the day! We had a fabulous Mexican lunch and free drinks all day!! Lounge chairs and umbrellas were provided!! We will definitely do this again!

This beach was so nice. It was very calm and clear. This was my first time going to a beach and everyone was so nice

My mom and I LOVED doing this excursion. The only issues we had was getting out of the port. It was super hot and you have to walk all the way down to the end (it’s a long way) to get to the taxi area and out. Once we were out of the port it was very easy to find and to check in. We were given some water and we didn’t have to wait long. Once at our location our server showed us around, told us what was included, and then asked where we wanted to sit. We chose a nice shady spot and ordered drinks right away. The drinks and food were amazing!! They had a nice sectioned off area for swimming and the water was perfect. The beach felt a little crowded with chairs but people wise wasn’t bad. We met several people from our boat while there. When we ready to go we asked our server who came and got us when the taxi arrived. He paid for our cab and sent us on our way. We were drive. Straight back to the port. 100% would book again!

We have enjoyed our day break from the cruise , very polite employees.We had our own butler on the beach,food was simple but good , nice beach , paid taxi drive back and forth to ship. Little street with many vendors. Nice discovery ,we would go back any time .

As a family of 4, we spent a lovely day at the beach.

This excursion was exactly as stated. Beach was great. The service was even better! The hotel owner was very nice to chat with and his fellows that take care of getting your beach loungers, drinks and food were great. Clean bathrooms!!!

Great day! All inclusive drinks, staff were attentive! Very Happy

10/10 experience during this excursion. Prompt drink service as soon as your drink was empty and all the food we tried was very yummy. The beach was beautiful and I liked that there was shade and sun options for the chairs. There were many people selling stuff from the beach but in a very friendly matter and would move on with a simple no thank you! Would recommend if you were looking for a relaxing day on the beach.

This was our first ever cruise and excursion. My spouse and I both work stressful jobs so we were looking for something relaxing to do. It was a little confusing finding the meet up point to catch the van ride to the beach. But everyone at the port was helpful in getting us to the Toucan Tours checkin desk. There were many other people there but not overcrowded. We chose shady beach chairs, right near the water. My youngest played in the water, the other lounged and people watched (she was mildly disappointed because she forgot her book). The food was great, the kids drank soda and water, we drank alcoholic beverages, did a little shopping and had a wonderful time. Many reviewers commented on the street vendors trying to ‘constantly sell you stuff’. For us it was kinda cool, I got a pair of cheap sunglasses because I forgot mine on the ship, spouse got some cigars, and my older kid got some fresh cut mango. We’ll make sure we do this excursion every time we port in Costa Maya.

We had no problem meeting up with the tour. It was exactly as stated. Loved the beach day. Food and drinks were great! Service was great! Only thing is that the taxi was supposed to be included back to the ship and we ended up paying this extra. It was also a little awkward- the cab driver didn't speak much English.

This excursion was nice. We had fun there with another couple that we met on the ride to the beach. As we laid on the beach, there was an employee with the excursion team that stayed and made sure that we had the drinks and food that we wanted. They did a nice job of pampering us. We were able to stay as long as we wanted. I would definitely do this one again.

Wonderful relaxing day at the beach after short drive. Service was wonderful, as the attendants made sure that we always had everything that we needed. It was very nice to be able to decide on our own as to when we wanted to return to the ship (return taxi fare was included).

Wonderful sitting underneath palm trees swaying in the breeze while eating our food and drinking our margaritas and watching the sea! Getting massages, meeting new friends… what an enjoyable tour this was!

We had a nice relax full day at the beach. We were waited on all day for food and drinks. The staff made sure we were comfortable and also made sure my husband had some shade. The weather was perfect and the water was very refreshing. We would definitely do this excursion again!!

My large family really enjoyed this trip to the small, but friendly beach! The price was wonderful for all that we received!!! Beach chairs, plenty of shade from umbrellas, snacks, a meal, UNLIMITED DRINKS! Yes, please. The only downside was a very small amount of sand for the kids to play in, but they did that at other beaches and didn’t mind because of all the other positive features. Bathrooms were not the greatest, but at least they were available! ( so many other beaches did NOT provide that) Ask for Juan and Eli! They were FANTASTIC!!! So friendly and spoke English which was a god send. Very economical and well worth the adventure in a cab.

For the most part we quite enjoyed our day. The beach was pretty, the food was great, the waiter taking care of us was very nice. One thing we didn't love was that people were constantly trying to sell us things - jewelry, sunglasses, hair braiding, etc. We had to say "no thank you" at least 100 times. Other than that we had a very nice day.

We had a super fun day at their private little beach. The service was amazing, the food was delicious and the drinks flowed steadily. One thing you need to do is bring your beach towels from your cruise ship! I found that those beach towels were a hot commodity on our trip!

If you want to go to the beach and relax, work on the tan, and wade in the gorgeous ocean waters, this is the excursion. A short walk takes you from the port where your excursion begins. Your destination is an ocean-side lounge chair where you have access to delicious beverages, amazing food, and top-notch service. Pick from a menu of complimentary drinks. And before you head back to the ship, do a little shopping.

This was a great excursion and just what we were looking for. We got checked in and a taxi took us right to the beach. It was a small area with venders set up, a small bar and your own waiter there to greet you. He took us to our beach chairs, offering shade or sun. We picked chairs about 2 feet from the water. He kept us supplied with drinks and we both had a Quesadilla at lunch time. He was very attentive. He got us a taxi when we were ready to leave. The area was not crowded, and we saw a few other people from our ship.

Very nice relaxing day at the beach, good food with an open bar and excellent service.

Our group of 5 included a 6 and 8 year old and it was the perfect day for us to just sit back and enjoy the beach. Both kids snorkeled and had a blast while the rest of us relaxed. I highly recommend a great family day with this excursion.

12/2021. Excursion started @ 7:30am as our ship was 1st to arrive. Walk to the back of the tourist area & exit to grab the prebooked taxi (.5-1mile walk). It will take you to the tour operators who will have you sign a waiver & you board an air conditioned van to the beach. Included are loungers, umbrellas, tables & chairs , food drinks. The tacos, burritos & nachos were so good & made with love! We ordered bottled water, beer, tequila & horchata throughout the day! Paddle boards rental is included. Massages are $20-$30 for 30mins -1hr so if you walk in any direction, you can get a great price. Sand is soft with few rocks. Water is shallow even very far out, great beach for all ages! NOTE: After 5 hrs, your MEALS & DRINKS are NO LONGER INCLUDED. ANYTIME you’re ready to go back to port; the return taxi is included. Many restaurants, bars, bike rentals, scuba rentals, souvenirs shops close by.

Nice transportation to the beach; they were a little hard to find but when we arrived it was great. There was plenty of shade the service was awesome, never wanting for a drink, the food was well prepared. When we were ready to leave the staff notified transportation and walked us to the cab. Great day great drinks.

Had a wonderful day and our service was excellent

This excursion is an excellent value. It includes everything: transportation, beach chairs, umbrella, snacks, lunch, & open bar. I highly recommend it. I am a travel agent & have already sold 8 of these to clients in the 3 weeks since I returned from this trip. You can also get an inexpensive massage right there on the beach , & shop the little stores nearby.

Well organized and a worthwhile excursion. Good lunch and nice beach.

Enjoyed this beach day excursion. Very organized great meal and drinks. They were always asking if they could get us another drink. Very polite and great spot on the beach. Would recommend this excursion.

This one is by far our favorite. The local excursion company was very good and courteous. We really love it. The kids enjoyed the the calm pristine beach. Food and unlimited drink were ok.

Highly recommend this excursion. Although the beach was small (the water was right up to the chairs), it was beautiful and the service was great. Very relaxing day.

We had a lovely time at the Beach. The staff from beginning to end were attentive. Would definately use this company again.

Very nice experience. We met the the tour at a designated place just outside the port security gate and were transported by van to a private nice beach that had a bar, restaurant and facilities. We were met by a "concierge" who set us up with a lounge chair and umbrella. There were many others from our ship.The beach was crowded but the ocean was very nice and we enjoyed the experience. The staff knew our cruise ship schedule and the return trip to the ship was seamless.

Beautiful beach - warm, clear blue water!

We had a great time! Our excursion was in Sept 2019. Beach and water were beautiful, food was great and drinks a plenty! They have a netting type barrier to keep the seaweed out so no worries there. Our server was wonderful! So attentive! They really try their hardest to keep you happy! We got a complete 1 hour massage on the beach for $25 or $35 per person (don’t remember which) and they were AMAZING! A full hour. I definitely recommend this excursion. When we first got to port we were a bit nervous looking for the excursion area bc it’s kind of outside the port area but really no worries at all!!! Just keep going past the port gates and you’ll find them. No problem!

We had misgivings when we arrived at this excursion. It looked pretty dodgy and we considered leaving quickly. Don’t let appearances deceive you! We were given a dedicated table in the shade and lounge chairs in the sun by the water. The water could not have been more perfect for temperature. The drinks were brought frequently by our attentive host, and the snack and lunch we were brought were both delicious and filling. We took advantage of the massages on the beach (bring cash to pay for this, and please remember to tip!) and it was one of the best massages I’ve ever had. As others have mentioned, you will be approached frequently to purchase souvenirs, but the vendors move on quickly with a firm “thank you”, If you show any interest, they will hang around to try to make a deal. Altogether, a wonderful beach day that I would definitely do again. Oh, and there is WiFi - just ask for the password.

I had a great time. The beach was lovely and the food. Don’t forget the margaritas. Big mama restaurant and the staffs were caring and polite. The massage I had was totally awesome. I will definitely go again. Thank you for making my birthday memorable.

Tour guide was great. When he dropped of off at beach we were met by our waiter who took great care of us all day brought our drinks n food. Lots of great shopping. When we were ready to go back to our ship he called for our tour guy to pick us up.

Es un paseo bien organizado, nos brindaron una atención adecuada, pero el lugar no era del todo de nuestro agrado. Para nuestro gusto hubo demasiada gente y no nos sentíamos del todo seguros, por la excesiva presencia de vendedores informales que constantemente pasaban entre las personas en pequeña playa. Por otro lado, no debieran hacer una diferencia tan ofensiva entre las personas del "paquete" que recibimos las bebidas en vasos plásticos descartables, en comparación con las personas que pagaban ahí su atención y que recibieron las bebidas en copas adecuadas.

The beach and facilities were great. The staff was very friendly and accommodating from the first woman that called our taxi to the waiter at the restaurant.

Was small area and the peddlers were constant. But good food, good service, and a really good massage.

100% satisfied, great experience.