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ARRIVING AT SOL CARIBE
Reaching Sol Caribe is part of what makes staying here so special.
Hidden deep within the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, arriving means entering a world few ever see — and even fewer get to wake up in. Whether you arrive by land or by boat, the journey is designed to slow you down and connect you with nature long before you reach the hotel.
Sol Caribe is located deep within the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve. Reaching the entrance of the reserve, known as the Sian Ka’an Arch, is straightforward and accessible from both airports.
From Tulum International Airport, the drive to the Sian Ka’an Arch takes approximately 1 hour.
From Cancún International Airport, the drive takes approximately 2.5 hours.
You can arrive by rental car, private transportation, or taxi service from either airport. We recommend planning ahead, especially during high season.
Once you reach the Sian Ka’an Arch, the experience truly begins. From there, Sol Caribe lies 35 kilometers inside the reserve.
If you’d like assistance choosing the best transportation option, our team will be happy to help you plan your arrival.
After entering the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, the paved road ends and the route becomes a dirt road that runs between the lagoon and the Caribbean Sea. This stretch takes approximately 2 to 3 hours, depending on road conditions and weather.
Driving through the reserve is part of the experience. Along the way, you will pass untouched beaches, spot osprey, seabirds, coatis and, with some luck, see crocodiles resting in the lagoon near the Sian Ka’an bridge, where ancient Mayan channels connect the lagoon to the sea.
The road is narrow and immersive, with mangroves and lagoon on one side and the open Caribbean on the other. A 4×4 vehicle is recommended due to changing conditions.
Fuel stations are only available in Tulum, so we recommend filling your tank before entering the reserve.
For those seeking a more immersive arrival, Sol Caribe can also be reached by boat.
Guests travel by van or taxi to the Sian Ka’an pier, located next to the local landmark restaurant El Último Maya. From there, you’ll board a boat that takes you through ancient Mayan channels once used as trade routes and port access for merchants entering and leaving the reserve.
Today, these waterways offer a calm passage through mangroves and lagoons, where it’s common to see birds in flight, marine life, turtles, dolphins and occasionally manatees gliding beneath the surface.
This route offers a quiet introduction to the reserve—slow, scenic, and deeply connected to the landscape, before arriving directly at Sol Caribe.
Please contact us to confirm boat schedules and pricing. Our team will be happy to assist you with planning this option.