Belize or Cozamel

[smoosh28]

Which ruins are better to tour? Trying to decide which port we will take them in on.

 

I looked at posting this on the Ports postings, but wasn't sure which place it suited better, so I apologize in advance if this is int he wrong spot

[ChefSusan]

We did Altun Ha in Belize back in January - heard from friends of ours that when they did Altun Ha last May, it was sweltering hot and there were very little places to "hide" from the sun.

 

I am interested in going to Tulum, but will only go if we head to the Western Caribbean next winter.

[travelntreats]

Personally I prefer the ruins in Tulum... weather wise, depending on the time of year it can be humid and hot at either island. I like cave tubing to cool off when cruising in the summer months.

[smd1234]

I really liked Tulum too! I think the fact that it's right on the water adds to it.

[Frank12]

I really liked Tulum too! I think the fact that it's right on the water adds to it.

Agreed!

[smoosh28]

Sorry, should have said we are going the end of November.

 

I very much appreciate the input. Thinking that Tulum it will be

[gonzo1124]

Both are impressive, but I think the Tulum ruins are better. Both areas can be really hot in the summer. I believe that it takes longer to get to Tulum.

[MrCo9]

If you're going to Calica, that is the time to go to Tulum. Going from Cozumel, the ferry adds from 80 minutes to 2-3 hours to your travel time.

[Tapi]

Tulum is very nice. They are not the most "impressive". However, they're located right on a cliff overlooking the ocean with access to the beach below.

 

As others mentioned, coming from Cozumel, you'll need to take a 45 minute ferry ride each way, followed by a 1 hour drive each way. So plan for a looong day.

 

-0-

 

The most impressive ruins at any of these ports is Chichen Itza (accessible from the port of Progreso). They're considered one of the 8 New Wonders of the World.