How bad are mosquitoes in Cancun?


How bad are mosquitoes in Cancun? Mosquitoes are not an issue in Cancun along the ocean, but they are if you travel to the jungle. If you take a tour to Tulum, or go zip lining you will want to have biodegradable bug spray with you. Click here for the link of our favorite biodegradable spray.


How do you make mosquitoes ignore you?

Avoiding Mosquito Bites
  1. using good quality insect repellents.
  2. wearing the right clothing to protect your skin from bites.
  3. using a mosquito net.
  4. reducing the number of mosquitos in and around your accommodation.


How do you know if you have sand fleas under your skin?

You probably won't notice when the female sand flea first enters your skin. Once it burrows into your skin, you may see a white circle that looks like a ring or halo with a black dot in the center. Over time, the black dot grows as the sand flea gorges on blood and gets bigger with eggs.


Does Cancun have sand fleas?

Sand fleas are pesky bugs that burrow into your skin and cause irritation and inflammation. Although they aren't common in the US, they are common in places like Mexico and Africa.


Do you need mosquito repellent in Cancun?

Sun & Bug Protection Because Cancun has a tropical climate, you need to protect your skin from sun and bugs. Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a DEET-based bug repellent spray.


Are mosquitos bad in Riviera Maya?

During our dry and warm winter (from December to March), there are no mosquitoes. When the humidity is coming, mosquitoes are waking up… This is why it would be wise to buy from your country a good mosquito repellent.


What should you not bring to Cancun?

Prohibited Items at Airport Cancun
  • Living beings and plants. ...
  • Liquids, gels, aerosols, and alcoholic beverages. ...
  • Light firearms, other firearms, and projectile-firing devices. ...
  • Paralyzing devices. ...
  • Sharp and/or cutting objects. ...
  • Work tools. ...
  • Blunt objects that can strike and cause serious injury.


What is the warning for travelers to Cancun?

Right now the State Department website warns that ” Violent crime – such as homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery – is widespread and common in Mexico.” However, when you read further it states, “Exercise Normal Precautions When Traveling To the Yucatan State.