Mexico

Tour the ruined cities, ancient temples, pyramids and jungle sanctuaries of Mexico’s pre-Hispanic civilisations

Marvel at the beauty and grandeur of Sumidero Canyon, a lush river gorge whose steep cliffs tower up to a kilometer high

Discover culture, cuisine and history in the busy streets and world-class museums of Mexico City

Explore the striking cathedrals, colonial architecture and cobbled streets of charming San Cristobal De Las Casas

Unwind on the perfect white sand beaches of Cancun

This is a large country and the climate varies accordingly. The hot, wet season is from May–October, with June–September being the hottest period of this season. San Christobal is cool all year round. In winter, northern Mexico is chilly but the weather in the south is mild. On the Yucatan Peninsula, the wet season extends to November, while the temperature remains fairly constant throughout the year.

Mexico City is -5 hours behind UTC/GMT

Spanish (official), indigenous languages

Mexican Peso

Credit cards are widely accepted, particularly Visa, MasterCard and American Express. ATMs are available in most cities and towns and are the most convenient way to get money.

ATM's are available in most cities.

Although many businesses will accept foreign currency (particularly US Dollars) it is best to use pesos. Foreign currency can be exchanged at one of many casas de cambio (exchange houses), which have longer hours and offer a quicker service than the banks.

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Electricity in Mexico is 127 Volts, at 60 hertz. The most common pin type is A. (2 flat prong).

Electricity in Mexico is 127 Volts, at 60 hertz. The most common pin type is A. (2 flat prong).

Your safety is our number one concern. Our safety track record is exemplary thanks to careful management and thorough consultation with local partners. Our industry leading risk management procedures have become a skill that we continue to refine. Our leaders in the field are highly trained and have safety as their number one priority. Expert leaders, risk assessments, quality inclusions and your financial security all come standard when you travel with us.

Please refer to our Travel Advisory page for updates on recent events, travel warnings and advice.

We strongly recommend that all clients take out travel insurance at the time of booking to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. Insurance information is enclosed with your pre-departure information. Please contact us if you would like to obtain a quote for your trip duration.

We suggest that you consult your doctor, local government inoculation centre or a travel medical specialist in order to get the most current advice regarding vaccination requirements.

Money and valuables should always be stored safely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times and do not leave it in your main luggage. You will need it to change money and check into hotels. Where safety deposit boxes are available, we recommend that you use them. Keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.