Is the tap water in Tulum drinkable?

Is the tap water in Tulum drinkable? If you're traveling to Tulum soon, you've probably wondering — Can I drink the water in Tulum Mexico? and Is the water in Tulum safe to drink? The answer to both questions is NO, please don't drink the water in Tulum. Mexico tap water isn't considered safe for human consumption; not for locals and not for visitors.

What to do if you accidentally drink tap water in Mexico?

What to Do if You Accidentally Drink Tap Water in Mexico? You'll most likely be fine, but you might get an upset stomach or diarrhea. To avoid dehydration, go and see a doctor if you're not feeling well. And if you're really sick, go to the nearest hospital immediately.

Is it safe to swim in the sea in Tulum?

Playa del Carmen, the north beach in Tulum, and Akumal all have lifeguards for the beaches but they are limited. Swim close to shore and it you are not a big swimmer, wear a life vest. Waves will not get to big, this is a not a surfers paradise so swimming can be done every day!

Can you drink ice in Tulum?

You should not drink the tap water in Tulum. To avoid unnecessary illness, always make sure your bottled water is sealed, your ice has been tested for purity and your food has been prepared with bottled water. Food at your resort will likely not be an issue.

What to avoid in Tulum?

Stay away from drugs and drug-related activities. But when violent crime does happen here, it's usually related to drugs. If you're traveling solo, avoid going to secluded places at night. Bicycling is pretty tempting when you're in Tulum, but avoid bicycling around at night. Take a taxi if you're alone.

Can you flush toilets in Tulum?

Bottles of water are readily available all over Tulum, and we have a water delivery service at the residence. All the restaurants will use purified water in their drinks and ice cubes. You may flush toilet paper (only) in the toilets in the condo, but do not do this elsewhere in Tulum as the plumbing systems are old.

Is the cartel in Tulum?

But at the same time it has become a major hub for drug distribution. As a tourist destination, Playa del Carmen in the resort area of Tulum is booming, but so too is cartel violence.

Are Tulum beaches swimmable?

Tulum beaches are swimmable and it should be considered a sin not to get into the water on these stunning beaches.

Should I bring pesos to Tulum?

Many businesses in Tulum accept credit cards, but you'll need pesos for taxi rides, taco stands, excursions, etc. It's also wise to carry cash in order to tip taxi drivers, servers, housekeepers, or anyone who provides a service/assistance during your trip. This goes a long way, especially now.

Is it safe to walk around Tulum at night?

Be cautious at night if you're traveling alone – Tulum isn't the most dangerous place at night, but in some places, it's not as well lit as it should be. Don't walk around alone late at night if you can avoid it — especially between the center of town and the beachfront hotel zone.

Can I drink the water at a hotel in Mexico?

As a precaution you should not drink tap water in Mexico even if it's purified at the source. Most resorts and hotels provide bottled water or large jugs of purified water for you to refill your bottle.

Is Tulum safer than Cancun?

Is Tulum safer than Cancun? Not really. They're both generally safe. The key difference is that Cancun's mainstream holidaymakers tend to stick more to their hotels, especially the all-inclusives.

Why does water in Tulum smell?

Thick rafts of a seaweed-like algae species known as sargassum have caused resorts to close in the Caribbean before, and now they're piling up on Mexico's Riviera Maya in foul-smelling heaps.

Is it OK to drink tap water in Mexico?

No — Mexico Locals drink bottled water. To make Mexico water safe to drink, you'd have to boil it or use a filterable water bottle like the Water-To-Go. Many locals buy a garrafón (five gallon water jug), and keep those in their homes for use.

Should I bring cash to Tulum?

Most places in Tulum are cash-only. Most of the upscale hotels and hotel restaurants accept credit cards, but the stand-alone restaurants tend to not. While there are ATMs on Boca Paila (the coastal road), I would recommend bringing cash. There is an HSBC bank downtown if you need to exchange money while there.