{"id":4466,"date":"2019-01-14T13:38:41","date_gmt":"2019-01-14T13:38:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kooxdiving.com\/en\/?p=4466"},"modified":"2019-01-31T14:41:44","modified_gmt":"2019-01-31T14:41:44","slug":"paamul-beach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kooxdiving.com\/en\/paamul-beach\/","title":{"rendered":"Visiting The White-Sands Of Paamul Beach"},"content":{"rendered":"
Ever heard of Paamul? It\u2019s a small neighbourhood in the heart of Mexico\u2019s Riviera Maya. And has become famous for its peaceful bay just about 10 miles from Playa del Carmen. It\u2019s surrounded by lush jungles and coral reefs. And offers miles of unspoiled beaches. When you plan on visiting the white-sands of Paamul beach get all the information you need here\u2026<\/p>\n
In the Mayan language, Paamul actually translates into a hill destroyed. Indicating that it once was an ancient Mayan settlement. Over 40 years ago a coconut plantation was founded here. And oil was taken by boat to Merida.<\/p>\n
It was originally a recreational vehicle park, but today there are open thatch-roofed buildings and concrete structures with all modern facilities. Making it a unique residential community. The area is also a turtle sanctuary.<\/p>\n
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The Riviera Maya is continually expanding. But this doesn\u2019t seem to have affected Paamul itself. Here you\u2019ll be able to enjoy nature at its best. And still have easy access to Paamul beach, biking and golf-carting paths, and jungle hiking.<\/p>\n
The international airport is just over an hour away. And Playa del Carmen can be reached in about 25 minutes. Here you\u2019ll find places to shop, restaurants, and an energetic night-life.<\/p>\n
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The small beach resort community remains sheltered in a crescent-shaped cove. It offers an open-air restaurant, a pool, and bathroom facilities. There\u2019s a guardhouse at the entrance which is manned 24 hours a day. If you visit the restaurant you can get a day pass for the beach club facilities.<\/p>\n
The boutique hotel has 12 suites, alongside one master suite. Just a few steps from the shore. Amenities also include a mini supermarket, Internet, and a dive shop.<\/p>\n
The white-sand beach of Paamul is simply stunning. And is a complete contrast to the jewelled turquoise sea. The beach is lined with palm trees providing plenty of natural shade. You\u2019ll need footwear to protect feet from exposed limestone, and it\u2019s also required in most water entry areas.<\/p>\n
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Snowbirds often take advantage of the well-preserved and quiet beach. But it\u2019s the coral reef that\u2019s the most stunning feature of crystalline waters. The reef can be explored by snorkelling and diving when the seas are calm. In these coral gardens, you can see schools of iridescent fish. The rich marine life includes ells, butterfly fish, manta rays, and turtles.<\/p>\n
Rockpools on the beach are home for hermit crabs, snails, and molluscs. And an abundance of shells. Iguanas love to bask in the daytime sun. But the turtles can only be seen at night.<\/p>\n
Other activities to enjoy include kayaking, fishing, volleyball, golf, and daily diving. Interesting sites include the Horst Reef where you may get to see the rare spotted drum. Paraiso Shallow is perfect for beginners with its myriad of coral patches. And the Paamul Mini Wall is suitable for skilled divers where you can encounter nurse sharks, moray eels, and lobsters.<\/p>\n
Cenote cavern diving in clear and calm waters is another pursuit offered. The underground rivers are close to the surface and give divers the opportunity of diving in shallow depths. You\u2019ll be able to see the beautiful mineral formations in the fresh waters.<\/p>\n