Tulum Safety, Crime Context, and Traveler Risk

Tulum's collapse didn't arrive without warning. For years, every signal was there. This is the story of a paradise that knew what it needed and never got it.

May 19, 2026

After a crocodile attacked a tourist at Casa Cenote, one question stands out: did visitors even know the animal was there? A guide to what lives in Tulum's waters.

May 17, 2026

Restaurant sales in Tulum have dropped up to 60% since 2025. Between 8 and 15 establishments have closed. Municipal licenses still cost 40,000 pesos, with zero relief in sight.

May 17, 2026

A visitor’s refund after an alleged inflated charge near Parque del Jaguar shows how unclear prices, public beach access confusion and weak preventive control can expose tourists in Tulum.

May 3, 2026

The municipal DIF system intervenes after documenting 20 cases of child labor in Tulum, identifying potential human trafficking networks.

April 30, 2026

Access to the site has been modified as new Tulum Archaeological Zone security protocols involve metal detectors and National Guard patrols.

April 27, 2026

New tools for Tulum real estate investment financing are de-risking the luxury market as Inmobilia Desarrollos and Kapital Bank unveil a strategic partnership.

April 25, 2026

A high-profile Tulum real estate legal dispute over an undelivered condo unit highlights systemic risks and the controversial use of pandemic-era excuses.

April 23, 2026

The Tulum traffic light network faces a critical failure due to obsolescence, prompting an urgent budget request for modernization.

April 22, 2026

Human remains Aldea Zama Tulum discovery triggers a massive forensic mobilization following a report at the intersection of Itzamná and Juan Ek.

April 21, 2026

Tulum traffic crisis deepens as accidents, weak enforcement, and poor infrastructure raise daily safety risks for residents and visitors alike.

April 19, 2026

Tulum secures two new sports fields as part of the federal Mundial Social initiative for the 2026 World Cup.

April 15, 2026

A coordinated multi-agency operation in Tulum resulted in the rescue of three victims and the arrest of David N, a key figure in regional narcotics distribution and human exploitation.

April 13, 2026

Specialized K-9 agent Kira led a tactical discovery of abandoned marijuana and suspected edibles at the ADO bus terminal, highlighting the silent efficiency of canine security.

April 13, 2026

Quintana Roo authorities are investigating an alleged land scheme in Santa Teresa near Tulum after families were reportedly promised lots in exchange for clearing land, while the accused group says its work is legal and nonprofit.

April 10, 2026

Independent drivers in Tulum face massive fines and systemic harassment from the local taxi union, effectively blocking services like Uber from the destination.

April 9, 2026

Following visual evidence of viaduct reinforcements in Section 5 South, the federal government has launched an urgent technical review of the Maya Train.

April 8, 2026

Tulum is transitioning from speculative growth to a professionalized real estate ecosystem. Learn why the current market adjustment is a sign of long term health.

April 7, 2026

A viral video of a passenger confronting a driver over exorbitant fares highlights the systemic issue of Tulum taxi abuses and the lack of regulatory oversight.

April 3, 2026

Tulum has deployed a task force of 200 security elements for the 2026 holiday season, a measure designed to manage record-breaking tourist demand and restore public confidence.

April 3, 2026