Activities
Vibe & Play
Play, Explore, Celebrate Daily
Fill every day with Caribbean beach energy, from included snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, tennis, fitness classes and kids’ activities to family pools, theatre entertainment and late-night dancing. Beyond the resort, Akumal opens into turtle bays, cenotes, lagoons, Mayan ruins, caves, golf and nature-rich day trips across the Riviera Maya.
INCLUDEDBeach Volleyball
Join a friendly game on the sand, with the Caribbean as your backdrop and teams forming right on the resort’s private beach.
INCLUDEDResort Snorkeling
Use your included daily hour, subject to availability, to snorkel from the resort and look for marine life in clear coastal waters.
INCLUDEDKayak Paddling
Take a kayak out for a relaxed paddle during your included daily water-sports hour, offered subject to availability.
INCLUDEDPaddleboard Cruising
Balance, glide and enjoy the shoreline with one included hour per day of paddleboarding, subject to availability.
INCLUDEDTennis Match
Play a set on the resort’s outdoor tennis courts, with one included hour per day available subject to court availability.
INCLUDEDBasketball Game
Gather friends or family for an on-site basketball game, one of the resort’s included sports options.
INCLUDEDStretching Session
Start the morning with an included stretching session, part of the all-inclusive wellness offering alongside complimentary gym use.
INCLUDEDYoga Class
Unroll your mat for a resort yoga session designed to bring calm movement into your beach vacation routine.
INCLUDEDPilates Session
Strengthen and lengthen with a guided Pilates session, one of the included fitness activities available at the resort.
INCLUDEDGym Workout
Keep your routine going in the fully equipped on-site gym, with complimentary access included in your stay.
INCLUDEDKids Club Activities
Children ages 4 to 11 can join supervised Mini Club activities, included as part of the family-friendly all-inclusive package.
INCLUDEDKids Water Play
Little guests can splash and play in the children’s pools and kids’ water park within the resort complex.
INCLUDEDTheatre Entertainment
Enjoy resort theatre entertainment included with your stay, with live performances staged for guests of different ages.
INCLUDEDNightclub Dancing
Dance late at the Hacienda Doña Isabel nightclub, the resort complex’s late-night venue open into the early morning.
INCLUDEDThemed Buffet Dinner
Make dinner part of the entertainment with themed buffet nights included in the all-inclusive program.
ADDITIONAL FEEMayan Experience Massage
Book the spa’s signature Mayan Experience massage, combining relaxation, stronger muscle work, reflexology and cranial massage.
ADDITIONAL FEEHydrotherapy Circuit
Unwind at Bahia Spa’s indoor hydrotherapy circuit with saunas, pools, bubble beds and a foot bath.
ADDITIONAL FEEBeachfront Palapa Massage
Schedule a massage in a beachfront palapa and relax to the sound of palms and waves.
ADDITIONAL FEETurtle Bay Snorkeling
Head to Akumal Bay to snorkel with wild green sea turtles feeding on sea grass, especially popular from May to October.
ADDITIONAL FEELagoon Snorkeling
Visit nearby Yal-Kú Lagoon, a sheltered mix of fresh and salt water known for calm clarity, rocks and tropical fish.
ADDITIONAL FEETulum Ruins Tour
Explore clifftop Mayan ruins overlooking the Caribbean, roughly a 20- to 25-minute drive south of Akumal.
ADDITIONAL FEECenote Swimming
Swim or snorkel in a Riviera Maya freshwater cenote, often visited on tours that combine caverns, ruins and turtle snorkeling.
ADDITIONAL FEEUnderground River Park
Visit a large eco-cultural park within driving distance, known for underground rivers, wildlife and Mexican cultural experiences.
ADDITIONAL FEECoba Pyramid Climb
Travel inland to the jungle-set Coba ruins, where visitors can still climb a Mayan pyramid on select routes.
ADDITIONAL FEECave Eco Adventure
Explore the caverns and nature setting of Aktun Chen, a cave and eco-park attraction about two miles from the resort.
ADDITIONAL FEEDolphin Encounter
Book a nearby dolphin encounter experience at a marine attraction within walking distance of the resort area.
ADDITIONAL FEERiviera Maya Golf
Play a round at Riviera Maya Golf Club, an 18-hole course located about an 18-minute walk from the resort.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Activities FAQs
What activities does Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal offer guests?
Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal offers beach volleyball, outdoor tennis courts, basketball, and snorkeling on site, backed by a full daily entertainment program and an on-site nightclub for evening fun.
Is Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal suitable for families with children?
Yes, Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal is a beachfront family resort with pools, entertainment and activities designed for all ages, including a free children's club and free babysitting/childcare services.
Does Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal have areas for adults seeking a quieter atmosphere?
Yes, within the family resort, Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal maintains designated adults-only zones, including quiet adults-only pool areas, so travelers without children can relax alongside the resort's lively family-friendly spaces.
How many pools does Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal have?
Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal features three outdoor pools with different atmospheres, supported by three poolside bars and a swim-up bar, so guests can move between lively, family and quieter settings.
Can guests snorkel directly from Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal?
Yes, snorkeling is available on site at Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal thanks to its location on a private beach, and guests can also head nearby to snorkel with wild sea turtles in the bay that gives the town of Akumal its name.
What sports facilities are available at Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal?
Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal offers five outdoor tennis courts, a beach volleyball court, an on-site basketball court, and a fully equipped on-site gym, plus bicycles available for exploring the grounds.
Is there nightlife and entertainment at Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal?
Absolutely, Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal hosts an on-site nightclub along with a network of eight bars and lounges, including beach bars and poolside bars, keeping guests entertained from day into evening.
Does Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal help arrange tours and excursions?
Yes, Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal provides tours and ticket assistance along with bicycle tour information, helping guests plan outings such as snorkeling with sea turtles, visiting nearby ancient Mayan ruins, or exploring regional eco-attractions.
What activities can children enjoy at Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal?
Young guests at Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal can join the free children's club, benefit from free babysitting/childcare services, and enjoy family-oriented pool areas, reflecting the resort's identity as a beachfront family resort.
What day-trip activities are near Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal?
Guests staying at Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal can arrange day trips to swim with wild sea turtles at Akumal Bay, snorkel a sheltered lagoon just north of town, tour clifftop Mayan ruins overlooking the Caribbean a short drive south, or venture further to climb jungle-set pyramids or see the iconic step-pyramid ruins of Chichén Itzá.