Tulum Sargassum Updates and Beach Conditions

Sargassum in Cancun has hotels slamming the government as fouled beaches threaten tourism. Discover the crisis and urgent calls for aid.

June 12, 2025

In 2025, the Mexican Caribbean sees a drop in international tourism but gains strength from domestic travel. Tulum rises, and all eyes are on 2026’s World Cup to boost momentum.

June 11, 2025

Caribbean resorts defend their sargassum cleanup efforts after a senator’s critique, highlighting beach restoration measures and the stakes for tourism and local communities amid the seaweed influx.

June 11, 2025

Quintana Roo senator Mayuli Martínez Simón urges allocating 25% of tourism income to tackle massive sargassum influx, aiming to safeguard beaches and strengthen the region’s essential tourism sector.

June 10, 2025

From Cancún to Tulum, beaches face an unprecedented sargassum influx. Scientists point to changing currents, warmer waters and nutrient runoff as causes. Explore how this seaweed tide impacts coastal communities and tourism.

June 10, 2025

Sargassum in Mexico 2025 brings record seaweed to Caribbean shores, threatening tourism, marine life, and health, while communities respond with cleanups, innovation, and collective resilience.

June 8, 2025

Hotel operators along the coast are intensifying cleanup to tackle a surge of sargassum, deploying crews and machinery to preserve beach access and maintain high standards for visitors.

June 8, 2025

Quintana Roo authorities report major strides in controlling and collecting sargassum, protecting coastal environments and boosting public confidence. Discover the strategies driving this environmental win.

June 5, 2025

A massive sargassum bloom threatens the Mexican Caribbean in 2025, surpassing 2018 levels. Experts warn of long-term ecological damage and urge coordinated, sustained action.

June 5, 2025

A massive belt of seaweed is sweeping across the Atlantic, poised for an unprecedented influx into the Mexican Caribbean. Coastal communities brace for potential impacts on tourism, fishing, and ecosystems. What’s next?

June 4, 2025

How the Riviera Maya is transforming seaweed into sustainable products, green jobs, and economic opportunity across Mexico’s Caribbean coast.

June 3, 2025

Seasonal sargassum influx has resumed on Quintana Roo’s beaches, challenging tour operators and municipalities to ramp up clean-ups. Officials caution residents and visitors to stay informed as algae blooms intensify through summer.

May 31, 2025

Tulum has become one of the world’s most expensive beach destinations. Discover why hotel, food, and taxi prices are so high—and what’s truly driving the cost for tourists.

May 28, 2025

During sargassum season in Tulum, travelers can enjoy a wide range of freshwater alternatives—from cenotes and lagoons to spas and hotel pools. Here’s your 2025 guide to water beyond the beach.

May 26, 2025

In 2025, record sargassum levels are overwhelming the Riviera Maya. Tulum faces mounting environmental and economic challenges as communities and authorities fight to protect their shores.

May 24, 2025

Tulum faces a severe sargassum crisis due to delayed action by SEMAR. Locals demand urgent measures to protect the coast, save tourism, and restore the town’s sustainable reputation.

May 23, 2025

Sargassum deposits along Mexico’s Caribbean coast drive steep declines in tourism, with businesses reporting up to 80% fewer clients amid environmental challenges.

May 22, 2025

The Atlantic sargassum belt has hit a new record, surging to 40 million tons, overwhelming coastal ecosystems and prompting urgent environmental action in Quintana Roo.

May 22, 2025

Tulum faces a critical juncture in 2025, grappling with environmental and economic challenges that threaten its future as a premier tourist destination.

May 20, 2025

Sargassum in the Riviera Maya has reached historic levels in 2025, threatening tourism, marine ecosystems, and public health as local efforts intensify to combat this growing crisis.

May 20, 2025