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Playa Pescadores

Пляж Пескадорес
Mexico · Beach · Tulum
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Best month: January

Best for

Ideal for families with children and budget travellers. Suitable for swimming and snorkelling. Not suitable for those seeking solitude.

Best month

January

Water
+27.5°C
Length
500 m
Playa Pescadores is located in the heart of the Tulum hotel zone, within walking distance of restaurants and clubs. It mixes public sand with beach-club frontage, and is easy to reach by bike or taxi.
Surface
sand
Waves
calm
Entry
gentle
Description Pros & Cons Best For Features Beach & Entry Water & Waves Swim Season Safety Infrastructure Vibe Nature Activities Tips Nearby
Description
General information about the beach
Playa Pescadores is located in the heart of the Tulum hotel zone, within walking distance of restaurants and clubs. It mixes public sand with beach-club frontage, and is easy to reach by bike or taxi.
Pros and cons
Main advantages and disadvantages

Pros

  • Public beach with free access
  • White sand
  • Calm water
  • Suitable for families with children
  • Public parking, toilets and showers
  • Fishing boats in the morning
  • Restaurants and bars nearby

Cons

  • Can be crowded
  • Limited natural shade
  • Paid umbrella and sun lounger rental
  • Water not always perfectly clean
Best for
Who this beach is ideal for
Ideal for families with children and budget travellers. Suitable for swimming and snorkelling. Not suitable for those seeking solitude.
Features
What makes this beach unique
Playa Pescadores is one of the few public beaches in Tulum with free access and full infrastructure (parking, toilets, showers). In the morning you can see traditional fishing boats bringing fresh catch.
Beach & Entry
Surface, sand, water entry and bottom
Surface Type
Main surface type
sand
Sand Color
Main sand colour
white
Sand Texture
Grain size
fine
Water Entry
How steep the drop-off is
gentle
Shallow Distance
Metres to waist-deep water
30 m
Bottom Type
Main bottom type
sand
Water Shoes
Whether special footwear is needed
not needed
Beach Length
Beach length in metres
500 m
Water & Waves
Colour, clarity, temperature and waves
Water Colour
turquoise
Water Clarity
high
Average Water Temp
+27.5 °C
Max Water Temp
+29.5 °C
Wave Type
calm
Wave Height
0.2 m
Swim Season
When the swimming season starts and ends
Season start
December January February March April May
Season end
May
Best month
January
Safety
Currents, water quality, dangerous creatures, hospital
Rip Currents
Likelihood of rip currents
low
Water Quality
Water purity rating
good
Jellyfish Risk
Likelihood of jellyfish
low
Shark Risk
Likelihood of sharks
none
Crime Level
Overall safety level
safe
Hospital Distance
Kilometres to hospital
4.0 km
Dangerous creatures
stingrays
jellyfish
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Infrastructure
Amenities on and near the beach
Sunbeds
Yes
Umbrellas
Yes
Showers
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Changing Rooms
Yes
Lifeguards
No
First Aid
No
Parking
Yes
Wi-Fi
No
Kids Playground
No
Sports Ground
No
Restaurants Nearby
5 pcs
Best restaurants

Playa Pescadores Restaurants

Mexican and Seafood

Restaurants and kiosks along the beach with fresh seafood.

Nearby cuisines

Mexican

Traditional Mexican cuisine

Must try: Tacos, quesadillas, guacamole

Seafood

Fresh seafood from the Caribbean Sea

Must try: Ceviche, prawns, grilled fish
Vibe
Energy, crowd, silence and sunsets
Energy
moderate
Crowd Level
crowded
Silence Level
moderate
Sunset Quality
beautiful
Nature
Trees and natural shade
Trees on Beach
Yes
Natural Shade
moderate
Activities
Snorkelling, diving, surfing, kayaking
Snorkeling
Yes
Diving
No
Surfing
No
Kayaking / SUP
Yes
Tips
What to bring, best time, local rules
What to Bring
SPF50+ cream Water Towel Swimsuit Flip-flops Cash Snorkel mask
Best Time to Swim
Best time is early morning when fishermen bring the catch and there are fewer people. The beach is open year-round from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Local Rules
Swimming in permitted areas. Littering is prohibited. Respect local fishermen. Follow public beach rules.
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Nearby
Attractions and places near the beach

Tulum Ruins

Ruins of an ancient Mayan city on a cliff above the sea.

Playa Ruinas

Neighbouring beach below the ruins.

Tulum Downtown

Town with restaurants, bars and shops.

Where to stay
Hotels and apartments near the beach
Frequently asked questions
Playa Pescadores: what is the water like at this beach?
At this beach, water colour — turquoise, clarity high, average temperature +27.5°C, warms up to +29.5°C in the warmest season. Check the exact temperature by month in the chart section.
Playa Pescadores: what are the waves like and is it safe to swim?
Waves at this beach are — calm. Average wave height — 0.2 m. Calm water is great for families with children and those who prefer not to deal with strong swell.
Playa Pescadores: what is the water entry and bottom like?
Water entry is — gentle. The shallow area extends for 30 metres from the shore. Bottom — sand. Special shoes are not required — the water entry is comfortable. The gentle slope is safe for children and inexperienced swimmers.
Playa Pescadores: what kind of sand and surface does the beach have?
Beach surface — sand. Sand colour — white. Texture — fine. Beach length — 500 metres.
Playa Pescadores: when is the swimming season?
The swimming season starts in December, January, February, March, April, May. It ends in May. The best month for a holiday is January. This is when the water is warmest and the weather is most comfortable.
Playa Pescadores: is it safe to swim?
Water quality is rated as good. Rip currents are unlikely. Jellyfish risk — low. Always watch for warning signs and follow lifeguards instructions.
Playa Pescadores: which dangerous creatures live in the water?
The water contains: stingrays, jellyfish. We recommend wearing protective footwear, not touching marine life and taking care when entering the water.
Playa Pescadores: what infrastructure is available on the beach?
The beach offers: sunbeds, umbrellas, showers, toilets, changing rooms, parking. All amenities are listed in the "Infrastructure" section above.
Playa Pescadores: are there lifeguards and a first aid station?
There are no lifeguards on the beach — be especially careful when swimming.
Playa Pescadores: where can I eat near the beach?
Popular places nearby: Playa Pescadores Restaurants. Cuisines available: Mexican, Seafood. See the "Infrastructure" section for details.
Playa Pescadores: what should I bring to the beach?
We recommend bringing: SPF50+ cream, Water, Towel, Swimsuit, Flip-flops, Cash, Snorkel mask.
Playa Pescadores: when is the best time to swim?
Best time is early morning when fishermen bring the catch and there are fewer people. The beach is open year-round from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Playa Pescadores: what are the rules and restrictions on the beach?
Swimming in permitted areas. Littering is prohibited. Respect local fishermen. Follow public beach rules.
Playa Pescadores: what activities are available?
The beach offers: snorkelling, kayaking and SUP. See the "Activities" section above for details.
Playa Pescadores: who is this beach best for?
Ideal for families with children and budget travellers. Suitable for swimming and snorkelling. Not suitable for those seeking solitude.
Playa Pescadores: what makes this beach unique?
Playa Pescadores is one of the few public beaches in Tulum with free access and full infrastructure (parking, toilets, showers). In the morning you can see traditional fishing boats bringing fresh catch.
Playa Pescadores: what are the pros and cons of the beach?
Pros: Public beach with free access, White sand, Calm water, Suitable for families with children, Public parking, toilets and showers, Fishing boats in the morning, Restaurants and bars nearby. Cons: Can be crowded, Limited natural shade, Paid umbrella and sun lounger rental, Water not always perfectly clean.
Playa Pescadores: what is near the beach?
Nearby you can visit: Tulum Ruins, Playa Ruinas, Tulum Downtown. Detailed descriptions in the "Nearby" section above.
Playa Pescadores: how do I get to the city of Tulum?
The beach is located near the city of Tulum. Full information about the city — hotels, restaurants, attractions, transport — is available on the city page for Tulum.

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Tulum

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