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Description
Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Shallow, Flat, Chop, Small wave, Medium wave
Water hazards: None
Water quality: Crystal clear
Infos: Flat to choppy. Some 3' shore break in higher winds. Some little reef breaks close to shore. Some shallow areas near shore. Very clean, clear water and turquoise spots in shallow areas. May not be too interesting for those wanting waves. A mellow spot.
Beach type & size: Sand - Medium
Infos: Soft, white sand. Beach is wide enough to launch. The sand in Xpu Ha is white sand.
Identified hazards: None
Beachgoer: None
Weather specificities: 75-85F air. About 78-80F for the water in winter. No wetsuit needed.
Wind type: Trade
Wind specificities: 15-20+ knots, NE and SE, sideonshore, 80% of the time. Steady wind.
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, November, December
Access description: by Car, Bus - Fly to Cancun. Take a collective van to Playa del Carmen, only a one hour drive south. Take a cab for 15 USD, or collective van for 1.5 USD, 10 min drive, south of Playa del Carmen.
Specific rules: Zones, Fees
Extra: Stay on the south of the bay, avoid kiting near swimmers, or the beach club.
Nightlife: Got to Playa del Carmen.
Accommodations: Rooms, Camping, School, Shop, Repair, Rental, Rescue, Shower, Toilet, Food, Parking
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