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Outdoor Project
The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2019
Playa Delfines has a large Cancun sculpture, which is a popular spot for tourists to line up for pictures.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2019
The sandy shore has a few shady palapas, along with different terraced levels that offer varying views over the turquoise Caribbean waters.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2019
While Cancun's resorts are visible in either direction, Playa Delfines is a large, open sandy beach with public access.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2019
With a large number of nearby resorts catering to the tourist crowd, some of those recreational activities are visible from the beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2019
With generally small waves and lifeguards posted during daylight hours, Playa Delfines is a good family-friendly option for beachgoers.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2019
Resorts along Cancun shores to the south.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/26/2019
A deck provides views over the colorful waters.