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GETTING HERE
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El Cuyo is a scenic 2.5 hour drive along a toll road from Cancun International Airport (CUN).
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Driving in Mexico is similar to driving in any major city. Please remember: You are in a foreign country, respect all posted traffic signs.
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Bring PESOS in small bills for tolls.
Mexico no longer takes USD.
We can recommend some amazing shuttle services with your stay, please contact us for more details.
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OUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS
New to El Cuyo in 2022, this restaurant is surprising us all and filling our stomachs.
Try their amazing menu for Breakfast or Lunch!
Instagram:
@casamangle_elcuyo
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Chef Alex tickles your taste buds with a wide assortment of dishes.
Delicious and filling, be sure to come hungry to fully enjoy their fish, picana steak or wagyu hamburger. Salads and a full bar, there is something for everyone!
Instagram: @zapotebarasador
Location & restaurant info: https://share.google/B7w8NgXAzzwa4prMW
A great way to start your day, breakfast at Naia is a requirement of El Cuyo.
Their speciality gluten free nibbles are sure to impress.
Instagram:
@naia_cafe
Location and restaurant info: https://g.page/naiacafe?share
Local Mexican flavors with delivery options, need we say more?
Instagram:
@la_negrita_restaurante
Location & Restaurant Information: https://goo.gl/maps/92Y2GsyeJi883qmu5
Open from 7:30 - 1pm this breakfast spot is sure to impress.
Speciality coffee, amazing pastries and full breakfast menu and a quick walk from Downwind Deck Hotel.
Instagram:
@anahata.elcuyo
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7 WONDERS OF EL CUYO
Witness the amazing journey of the El Cuyo turtles. The best time to visit is in late August, September and early October, although the nesting & hatching season can sometimes stretch as far as November. Dusk is usually the best time for turtle hatching but it can also happen during the day.
As many of our turtles are endangered or at risk, please do not touch or disturb the turtles.
Please no flash photography as the bright lights can harm the turtles. Even turtles appreciate a little social distancing.
Surrounded by nature preserve, El Cuyo is home to thousands of Pink Flamingos.
Unlike most birds the Flamingos of El Cuyo are not migratory. This allows most visitors to find our Pink Friends anytime of year...if you know where to look.
A kite beach that stretches for miles.
Thermal winds that turn on right after lunch.
Nortes that kick up a healthy swell.
And a thriving kite community that is always willing to provide lessons, guidance and fun.
We believe El Cuyo is one of the top kiteboarding spots for Mexico.
People travel around the world looking for a place to see this beautiful phenomena. Bioluminescence is light produced by a chemical reaction within a living organism. Best seen during a calm hot nights, these blooms are possible from May to September.
A day at the beach has special way of healing the soul. Maybe it’s the way time seems to stop in El Cuyo or the magic of spotting a giant manta ray, dolphin or turtle pass you by.
Still used today, El Cuyo’s lighthouse guides fisherman to the safety of shore. Hidden beneath the lighthouse and a sea of vegetation, lives a Mayan ruin.
Abandoned building in center of town or is it? This colonial structure is now owned by billionaire, one of Mexico’s top 10 wealthiest people. The outside of the building has been restored, while the interior offers luxurious accommodations. While it may seem that no one has ever heard of this tiny village, this building may indicate otherwise.
7 WONDERS NEAR EL CUYO
Bird enthusiasts will flock to nearby Rio Lagartos.
A magical spot with over 250 species of birds which includes Herons, Flamingos, Pelicans, Eagles and many others. Take a local boat tour to expirence the wide variety of birds and reptiles.
Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/TFXZJdKj6UyKZ39K7
A senic 2 hour drive will reveal flamingo nesting grounds and the pink waters of Las Coloradas.
Please visit: https://www.boundlessroads.com/most-complete-guide-to-las-coloradas-yucatan/ for more information on this nearby town.
Have you ever visited a Mayan ruin and said to yourself: this is beautiful, but I wish there were less people? Walk through historic sleeping quarters, sporting arenas and climb a pyramid - Ek Balam is sure to impress.
Dont forget to stop by X'Canche Cenote to zipline into its cooling clear waters.
There is no ATM on site and entry is $700 Pesos. Location: https://goo.gl/maps/iHsQ3nPr3sL4HGC8A
Possibly one of the prettiest of the 3,000 cenotes scattered across Mexico's Yucatan peninsula. Cenote Dzitnup and Valladolid have much to explore.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/yqBNh8q4Wbo1tdGj6
Stumble into the beautiful Franciscan monastery painted yellow for Pope Jean Paul II visit to Izamal in 1993. Adding to the Yucatan pyramid experience, there is a Mayan pyramid to in town (3hr drive). Location: https://goo.gl/maps/QePN8x8zRrbcLier9
Fans of shark week will appreciate these gentle giants. Holbox is also one of the best spots in Yucatan to experience the wonders of whale sharks from May through September.
Directions: there is no direct way to get to Holbox on land. You will need to drive to Chiquila, park your car and take the ferry to Holbox. Parking in Chiquila is widely available and the cost is only 50-100 pesos per day.
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/ACMoBXCX5VGLovT89
If your bucket list includes visiting the 7 Wonders of the World, then a stop to Chicen Itza is a must.
Directions: https://goo.gl/maps/ZPZ7Yrb5st2cHfam6
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Currently there is not an ATM in El Cuyo.
Please come prepared with pesos for your stay.
Not all restaurants and shops take credit cards.
El Cuyo is a small town without a lot of modern amenities.
We do not have a traditional grocery stores, atms or urgent care.
If you need any special food accommodations or other needs, please research thoroughly and/or bring your needs.
While locals are friendly and most speak some English, we strongly recommend having a basic understanding of Spanish. No better way to truly immerse yourself into the country and culture you are visiting. English is a pleasant surprise not guaranteed.
Certain times a year Cancun & El Cuyo are 1 hour apart.
Please note this when driving back to catch your flight.
