In the far south of Quintana Roo lies Mahahual, also known as Majahual, whose ancestral name comes from the "majagua" plant. It speaks to us, from its very etymology, of water and roots, of living nature and deep memory.
Where the Jungle Embraces the Sea
Mahahual is not just a tourist destination: it's a genuine expression of the character and landscape of the Mexican Caribbean, a hidden gem nestled against the turquoise waters that lap the shores of the municipality of Othón P. Blanco . Its strategic location borders the " Arrecifes de Xcalak " Marine Park and is close to natural treasures such as Río Huach , Bacalar , and the warmer Chetumal region.
But if anything makes Mahahual an extraordinary destination, it's its proximity to the mystical Chinchorro Bank . This coral atoll, declared a nature reserve, is not only part of the second largest barrier reef in the world, but is also a marine sanctuary. Here, the depths are living canvases where manta rays, nurse sharks, and centuries-old corals swim, telling stories of shipwrecks and rebirths.
In August 2007, Mahahual was hit by Hurricane Dean, an event that caused significant damage, but from which the community managed to recover. From its ruins, a new version of itself was born: the New Mahahual . Not just rebuilt, but renovated with a firm commitment to tourism and community growth.
Today, its 1.7-kilometer coastal walkway is a perfect setting where culture, flavor, and community merge. Every visitor witnesses and participates in the rebirth of a community that chose to flourish alongside the reef.
Mahahual seduces travelers seeking authentic experiences . Its waters invite diving, with a silence that reveals wonders. Sport fishing, snorkeling among phosphorescent corals, hiking through virgin jungle: everything in Mahahual speaks of connection and respect for nature.
Biodiversity here is a living presence. Howler monkeys, exotic birds, and vegetation that pulses with the ancestral power of the tropics remind us that we are in sacred territory.
Just steps from the heart of town stands the Costa Maya Maritime Terminal , the second largest cruise ship terminal in the country, after Cozumel. This port is not just a point of arrival, but a universe of experiences carefully designed to captivate the modern traveler.
Costa Maya is a small multicultural cosmos within paradise: beach clubs, local art boutiques, international cuisine, bars with exotic cocktails , and of course, excursions to magical destinations such as the Laguna de los Siete Colores in Bacalar , or Mayan archaeological sites like Chacchobén , guardians of a civilization that still speaks through stone.
We are proud to announce the opening of our new store in this emblematic port. In every object, in every detail, we celebrate the multicultural richness of Mahahual. Come and discover a place where culture intertwines with the contemporary, and where every visitor can take home a piece of the Caribbean soul.