The crystalline sea of Playa del Carmen, Mexico is often as placid as a lake. The great expanse of turquoise and sapphire waters is as calm and inviting as a sparkling resort pool. But, when waves do break, body surfers can be spotted diving and rolling onto shore.
As the thesurfingsite.com puts it, “more of an art than a sport, body surfing is pure communion with the ocean.” We agree. Yet, here in the Riviera Maya, simply gazing out at the stunning, jewel-colored seascape is enough to draw any beach-goer into communion with the Mexican Caribbean…
But, if you’re looking to pack more action into your splash, check out these sites for tips:
TheSurfingSite.com Body Surfing Guide
If you want to catch waves more often, try the beaches of Cancun’s Zona Hotelera and the near virgin beaches on the east coast of Cozumel.
