Picture the scene: you and your best friends in an incredible hotel, with one of the best All-Inclusive programs, and in one of the most spectacular beach destinations in the world. Sounds good, doesn’t it? Well, start planning your next getaway to the Riviera Maya and get ready to enjoy some really fantastic days with your buddies.
The Riviera Maya has some of the best beaches in the world. But you can also enjoy its legendary nightlife. Or engage in the innumerable alternatives that will make you and your crowd have an unforgettable time: cenotes, adventure parks, water activities, parties, nature, sports… Design the best plan or, better yet, reach out to Vacaciones Barcelo and let their outstanding team of professionals take care of you. In any way, get ready to enjoy all the possibilities that this exciting paradise of Mexican Caribbean has to offer.
- In the waters of the Caribbean
- Action, also on dry land
- Jungle adventures
- Between cenotes and pyramids
- Indulge your cravings
- Party time… 24×7!
And if you really want to take your experience to another level, stay at any of the 6 hotels that make up the Barcelo Maya Grand Resort. Located between Puerto Aventuras and Xpu-Ha, this incredible All-Inclusive complex, with a more than a mile-long beach, 10 pools, 16 restaurants, 15 bars, nightclubs, theaters, and all kinds of activities, will surprise you from check-in to check-out.
In the waters of the Caribbean
The turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea are just wonderful, but they are also a vast amusement park. So, have fun on or under the waves enjoying the countless experiences that you can live on the coast of the Riviera Maya.
- Snorkeling and diving. Discover the underwater wonders of the Mexican Caribbean, from its colorful coral reefs to the impressive Underwater Museum of Art.
- Kayak, stand-up paddle, windsurf. Accept the challenge of trying a new water sport. Explore incredible natural landscapes or simply relax and enjoy a good time on the waves with all kinds of water activities.
- Sail or engine. Cruise the waters of the Caribbean, powered by sail or motor. You can book a world-class fishing charter. Enjoy a fun catamaran ride with the music, open bar, and tasty snacks. Or tour spectacular natural wonders such as the Sian Ka ‘Biosphere Reserve.
Action, also on dry land
You’ve already seen all the different activities that can be done in the water. But keep your strength up, because you also have a thousand options on dry land (enlace a Oferta deportiva y de aventura hoteles Barceló) to enjoy a good time with your friends.
- At the court. Professional soccer field, basketball, volleyball, tennis, paddle tennis… Pick your game and set up a good match between buddies at any of the different game courts available at Barcelo Maya Grand Resort.
- At the gym. Don’t want to put your daily routine on hold during the holidays? The state-of-the-art gym at Barcelo Maya Grand Resort has everything you need to keep pumping iron.
- At the fairway. Riviera Maya is also a world-class golf destination. Enjoy several courses signed by some of the greatest, from Jack Nicklaus to Greg Norman.
- And just for fun. Take the sporty thing a notch down, but don’t cut the fun. Enjoy all the leisure activities available at the Riviera Maya Grand Resort: 18-hole mini-golf, ping-pong, darts, pool tables…
Jungle adventures
Worthy of special mention are the exciting eco-parks and active experiences that you can live in the Riviera Maya. Live outstanding adventures in the middle of the jungle and other incredible natural settings, always with the best gear. You just have to choose and let the adrenaline do the rest.
Visit places like Río Secreto, Xel-Ha, or Xcaret and engage in all kinds of activities, from exploring underground rivers to flying in fun zip lines. If you want to increase the voltage, don’t miss places like Selvatica, Native Park, Xplor, Xplor Fuego, and Xavage, among many others. Incredible tours in amphibious vehicles, 4X4’s, quads, and bikes, or hiking in the middle of the jungle, rappelling, ropes courses, underground snorkeling… 100% adrenaline!
Another alternative full of excitement is the new Ventura Fly and Ride, the adventure park located within the Barcelo Maya Grand Resort complex. Without having to leave your hotel premises, enjoy two different areas with 11 thrilling attractions: Ventura Fly (a circuit of 7 zip lines, 10 rope courses and overhanging bridges, among other challenging attractions) and Ventura Ride (exciting circuits with 3 types of vehicles: Quad Cycles, Off-Road Polaris ATV’s, and a more than a half mile Go-Karts track).
Between cenotes and pyramids
The heritage of the ancient Maya World is one more of the great attractions of the Riviera Maya. So, visiting the different archaeological sites, such as Tulum or Coba, is an experience that should not be missed. In addition to its incredible pyramids and temples, in Tulum, you have two fantastic beaches to cool off while visiting the site. In Coba, you can rent a bike inside the archaeological site to explore the different points of interest. Don’t miss the Nohoch Mul pyramid, the highest in the Yucatan Peninsula and the second in the entire Maya World. Climb its 120 steps and enjoy the views from the top, at almost 140 feet high!
Among all the great attractions in the Riviera Maya, you can’t miss the incredible cenotes. These authentic natural wonders were considered by the ancient Maya the door to Xibalba, the underworld. In any case, discover these magical flooded caves, underground rivers, and natural pools and enjoy swimming, snorkeling, or diving in their crystal clear waters.
Indulge your cravings
One of the most attractive things about the 6 hotels that make up the Barcelo Maya Grand Resort is their delicious food choices. And it’s all part of the unrivaled Barcelo All-Inclusive program! So, don’t worry about anything and just choose what you want: luscious buffets, magnificent grill-type restaurants facing the ocean, or one of the many specialty restaurants, from typical Mexican cuisine to the best cuts of meats, authentic Italian dishes, Spanish tapas, fish and seafood… Delightful!
Party time… 24×7!
Party, nightlife, fiesta… call it what you want. In the Riviera Maya, you’ll have fun like never before. If your crew is more of a bar-with-live-music kind of gang or if they prefer flashy nightclubs or even a good night show, in this exciting destination, you can have it all!
Start by enjoying the exciting nightlife at Barcelo Maya Grand Resort. The different bars, incredible nightclubs, and shows with a professional cast and live music that you can enjoy every night in the resort mean guaranteed fun. And the best thing is that, of course, it’s all included.
You can also schedule a visit to Playa del Carmen, the authentic heart of the Riviera Maya. The bars and restaurants on the famous Fifth Avenue and its surroundings, as well as its beach clubs and legendary nightclubs, such as Coco Bongo, Mandala, or Palazzo, will surely make you live the night of your life.
