Puerto Aventuras Villa Rentals

Puerto Aventuras is located along the eastern coast of Mexico, in the state of Quintana Roo. It is situated nearly halfway between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, approximately 20 minutes south of Playa del Carmen and 30 minutes north of Tulum. The nearest airport is the Cancun International Airport (CUN). Failing into Cancun and driving the rest of the way is recommended. There are no buses that travel the entire way from Cancun to Puerto Aventuras. However, there are several other options. For example, you can utilize a shuttle service, boarding a passenger van with other hotel guests in the area. Remember that most shuttles will not take you directly to your hotel/villa. The farthest they will go is the town of Puerto Aventuras, where you will need to take a taxi from the highway junction to your destination. Another option is hiring a taxi at the airport taxi desk. If you book your Puerto Aventuras vacation with Villa Experience, We can easily arrange a safe, private transfer directly to your villa or hotel. With this option, a friendly personal driver will await you as soon as you land.

The route from Cancun to Puerto Aventuras is simple and will take approximately one hour (77km/48 miles). Leaving the Cancun International Airport, you will want to head south on Highway 307 toward Playa del Carmen/Tulum. You will stay on this highway for approximately 45 minutes, passing Playa del Carmen along the way. First, keep an eye out for the entrance to Puerto Aventuras, which will be on the left with a sign indicating “Puerto Aventuras.” Next, you will see a bridge where you’ll want to get into the right-hand lane to take a round-about under the bridge. You will then head left onto the circle drive, heading north, where you’ll find the entrance to Puerto Aventuras. Once you reach the gate, you’ll go through a security checkpoint before reaching the golf course, marina, and vacation rentals.

Playa del Carmen is located approximately 14 miles/23 km north of Puerto Aventuras. As with a transfer from the Cancun Airport, there are several options for travel. If you’re feeling adventurous and want to experience Mexican life like a local, there is a direct bus from Playa del Carmen to Puerto Aventuras (Transporte Foráneo Cancún-Playa del Carmen). Buses depart from Playa del Carmen every 15 minutes and are scheduled to operate daily. The entire trip will take approximately 20 minutes. Other options include using a shuttle service, a taxi, or your very own private driver through Villa Experience.

Directions from Playa del Carmen to Puerto Aventuras are straightforward. Starting in Playa del Carmen, you’ll want to head south on Highway 307 toward Tulum. Remain on Highway 307 for approximately 20 minutes, watching for a sign on the left that says “Puerto Aventuras.” Once you see the bridge, get into the right-hand lane to take a round-about under that bridge. After that, you will want to head left onto the circle drive as you go north toward the entrance to Puerto Aventuras. Upon arriving at the gate, you will see a security checkpoint. Once you pass this checkpoint, you will see the golf course, marina, and vacation rentals.

Rest assured, Puerto Aventuras is considered a highly safe part of Mexico. The community is contained within secure gates, providing unprecedented levels of safety and privacy. Being served by two administrative teams, the entire area is patrolled around the clock. Not only do they manage all the people coming into the community, but they also police the inhabitants within the community. Additional security is provided by guards who are typically stationed at the entrances to the streets. While crime is not common here, there have been a few opportunistic theft attempts from people outside the community. Using video entry systems and requiring visitors to leave their IDs with security are effective tactics to curtail criminal efforts.

Most Puerto Aventuras residents, with many originating from the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. With a small-town feel, the residents have a tight-knit group where everyone knows and watches out for each other. The community is well-known for being warm and friendly, with everyone enjoying a laid-back lifestyle and complete peace of mind. In comparison to Playa del Carmen and Tulum, Puerto Aventuras offers an oasis of tranquility.

With three different bays, Puerto Aventuras is a snorkeling haven. Being so close to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef gives visitors the unique opportunity to explore this magnificent underwater world up close and personal. You’ll see a wide variety of marine life from turtles, stingrays, enormous brain coral, vibrant sea fans, crabs, sea horses, and beautiful schools of brightly colored fish. Theoretically, you could snorkel anywhere there’s ocean water!

If you have your snorkel gear and are looking to do a self-guided tour, you’ll want to check out Chan Yu Yum (keep in mind that you can also rent equipment at one of the dive shops on the marina). This public access beach is one of the main attractions in the area and a top destination for diving, snorkeling, and kayaking. It is located north and features flat white sands that melt flawlessly into shallow waters. It is delightfully calm with no large waves, making it perfect for snorkeling. Fatima Bay, also known as Omni Beach, is another excellent option for snorkeling. With over 1.5 miles of beachfront, it is listed as one of the best beaches in Riviera Maya. Here, you’ll find beautiful, soft sand and shallow waters. Protected by an outer reef, the bay remains calm, making it ideal for snorkeling.

For a picturesque, laid-back beach with a beautiful underwater world, check out the hidden beach of Puerto Aventuras. It’s a serene, relaxing paradise with exceptional snorkeling. The Puerto Aventuras government created a faux reef just meters from the shore, attracting various marine life while protecting the area from waves and debris. Creating a stunning cove-like space, the water remains perfectly still with depths remaining shallow. Then, within just a few more meters, you can swim to the actual Meso-American Barrier Reef, where you’ll experience a vibrant underwater playground.

If you’re interested in an organized snorkel tour in the open water, various dive shops around the marinas offer their services. Tours are typically scheduled daily and include everything from the boat ride to masks, fins, a life preserver, and even drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)! Dressel Divers is a famous company in the area. They offer a delightful catamaran snorkel cruise, which combines a Puerto Aventuras coastal cruise with unique snorkeling locations. Leaving straight from the pier, you’ll head out to snorkel around some of the gorgeous reefs in the area. These include Yanten, close to Paamul, Inah, and Xpuha. Here, you’ll see an extensive coral population in addition to many different species of fish, including butterfly, parrot, angel, and barracudas. Next, you’ll cruise to natural swimming pools, secluded waist-deep areas in the middle of the ocean. Perfect for swimming, wading, and walking around as you enjoy a tropical drink!

The beaches at Puerto Aventuras are some of the most beautiful and family-friendly beaches in the entire Riviera Maya. Few vacationers know they even exist, making them highly private and secluded. As a result, visiting them often feels like you have the Caribbean as a whole to yourself! With shallow waters, gentle surf, and many services found at the shore, they’re perfect for everyone in the family, from small children to the elderly.

There are three different bays in the Puerto Aventuras area: Fatima Bay, Chan Yu Yum, and Chac Hal Al. With over 1.5 miles of beachfront, Fatima Bay is the main beach. It is a public access beach characterized by luscious powdery sand and shallow waters protected by an outer reef. The outer reef keeps the bay calm, making it an excellent choice for bathing and snorkeling. The north end of Fatima Bay has a comfortable, sandy ocean bottom. However, you’ll experience coral outcrops in the water as you move further south. While it creates the perfect environment for snorkeling with lots of fish calling it home, it is recommended to use caution or wear water shoes when entering and exiting.

Chan Yu Yum is located in the north, and despite being public property, it is somewhat of a private beach. With larger hotels and condos in the area, access to the beach is often restricted to only their guests/residents. The site is a horseshoe-shaped bay highlighting flat white sands and beautiful shallow waters. As with Fatima Bay, it is also protected by an outer reef, making the waters calm with no big waves. This beach is unique because there is a reasonably large saltwater lagoon that heads inland from the north. It is known to be a trendy spot to kayak. Located in the south, Chac Ha Al Inlet and beyond are principally private properties.

The Las Rocas area offers exclusive access with a bridge over a channel of the marina. You will experience a flat coral shoreline lined with magnificent private villas. An entrance into the marina is on the south end, while Chan Yu Yum Bay is on the north. You’ll find dramatic vistas made from the coral and limestone outcrop, creating a peaceful stretch to walk and collect seashells. There is no public access to this area; it is very private, quiet, and serene. At the north end of Las Rocas, a stunning saltwater pool is cut into the coral, creating a perfect haven for those not comfortable swimming in the open water.

The hidden beach of Puerto Aventuras is located just left of the Omni Hotel, close to the main town square. With only residents and locals knowing about this area, you’ll find it relatively deserted with only a few people at any given time. Pristine white sands abound with glorious palm trees and glistening turquoise waters. Just meters from the shoreline lies a faux reef that the Puerto Aventuras government created. As it protects the area from waves and debris, it creates a cove-like area with shallow, crystal clear, ideally still water. Just beyond that, you’ll find the real Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. This beach is divine!