Where the ship docks
Ships dock at the Costa Maya cruise terminal (Terminal Marítima Costa Maya), Av. del Puerto, Mahahual, Quintana Roo, Mexico. You walk down the pier into the port village; no tender is needed.
Getting around
- The port village is walkable from the pier.
- Mahahual's beachfront is farther; most people take a taxi from the port's taxi area.
Things to do near the pier
- The port village has shops, restaurants and pools.
- Mahahual's malecón (beachfront walk) has beach clubs and restaurants.
- Mayan-ruin, snorkel and lagoon excursions run from the port; book through your cruise line or a licensed operator.
Money and safety basics
- Mexico's currency is the peso. Many tourist businesses near the port take US dollars and cards; carry small bills.
- Check the State Department travel advisory for Mexico before you go.
All-aboard tips
- All aboard: Use the all-aboard time printed in your cruise app or daily planner, and set your phone to ship's time; the ship won't wait for late guests on independent tours.
- Carry your SeaPass card and a photo ID ashore.
- Check ID requirements with your cruise line and travel.state.gov / CBP before you sail.
FAQs
Do you tender or dock in Costa Maya?
You dock and walk into the port village.
Can you walk from Costa Maya port to Mahahual?
It's a long, hot walk; most people take a taxi.
What is in the Costa Maya port village?
Shops, restaurants and pools right off the pier.
What currency is used in Costa Maya?
The Mexican peso. Many tourist businesses also take US dollars and cards.
What excursions are near Costa Maya?
Mayan-ruin, snorkel and lagoon tours run from the port.
Do I need a passport in Costa Maya?
Check ID requirements with your cruise line and [travel.state.gov](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html) / [CBP](https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizens/sea-travel) before you sail.
How early should I return to the ship in Costa Maya?
Follow the all-aboard time in your cruise app and leave a buffer for the pier walk.
Is Costa Maya safe for cruisers?
Check the State Department's Mexico advisory for Quintana Roo before you go.
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