How to Outmaneuver Seaweed and Score a Perfect Tulum Trip
Tulum's idyllic beaches can be disrupted by sargassum seaweed, but don't despair! This seaweed invasion is seasonal, so plan your trip accordingly. Prepare for the unexpected and explore Tulum's Mayan ruins, vibrant town, and delicious food scene for a unique adventure.
Tulum brings to mind visions of sugar-white sand, turquoise waters lapping at the shore, and bohemian vibes that would make Frida Kahlo raise an eyebrow in approval. But here's the thing, Tulum – like all passionate love affairs – has its quirks. And one such quirk comes in the form of a not-so-welcome guest: sargassum seaweed.
Sargassum, for the uninitiated, is a free-floating macroalgae (think: a fancy way of saying big seaweed) that loves the warm embrace of the Caribbean Sea. Unfortunately, its enthusiasm can be a bit overwhelming, and Tulum sometimes finds itself entangled in a sargassum situation – a messy, odiferous affair that can leave even the most die-hard beach bum feeling a touch disillusioned.
