Latest COVID-19-related Travel Updates for Mexico’s Main Destinations
Get up-to-date information on destinations, hotels, beaches, tours, and more. This information is updated constantly to provide the latest updates. For information on other destinations in Mexico, please contact us at [email protected]
We also invite you to read our blog post: Covid-19 in Mexico: Everything you need to know
Journey Mexico’s Statement on US Requirements For Covid-19 Tests For All International Travelers
Mexico’s Main Destinations
Los Cabos | Cancun, Tulum & Riviera Maya | Puerto Vallarta, Punta Mita, Riviera Maya & Costa Alegre | Mexico City | Chiapas | Yucatan | San Miguel de Allende | Oaxaca
LOS CABOS UPDATED INFORMATION
Los Cabos is the second tourist destination in Mexico to receive the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels Stamp.
HOTELS |
Hotels are currently allowed to operate at 50% capacity. Below, please find updated hotel opening dates and COVID-related health and safety information for the hotels:
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FLIGHTS |
Current International Flights to Cabo:
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BEACHES |
The following beaches are open with social distancing encouraged:
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TOURS |
Tour and activity operators are allowed to open upon meeting safety standards and gaining certification from the local authorities. These protocols include required social distancing, operating at reduced capacity, availability of sanitizers, sanitation and disinfecting of equipment, and temperature checks. |
RESTAURANTS |
Restaurants and dining establishments that adhere to safety and sanitation protocols are operating at no more than 30% of capacity.
All open restaurants must show that they meet safety and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by the local authorities. |
CANCUN, TULUM AND RIVIERA MAYA UPDATED INFORMATION
Cancun and the Riviera Maya were the first destinations in the Americans to receive the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travel Stamp.
FLIGHTS |
Current International Flights to Cancun from the USA:
Other International Flights (NON-USA):
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BEACHES |
Hotel beaches in the state of Quintana Roo (Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya) are open with social distancing encouraged and at a reduced occupancy 30% capacity. |
TOURS |
Tour and activity operators are allowed to open upon meeting safety standards and gaining certification from the local authorities. These protocols include required social distancing, operating at 60% capacity, availability of sanitizers, sanitation and disinfecting of equipment, and temperature checks. |
RESTAURANTS |
Restaurants and dining establishments that adhere to safety and sanitation protocols are operating at no more than 50% of capacity.
In Tulum, all restaurants are required to close at 11 PM. No orders are taken after 10:30 PM and servers are required to deliver checks to the table at that time. All open restaurants must show that they meet safety and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by the local authorities. |
ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES |
While many archeological sites remain closed, some archeological sites are operating under strict COVID protocols.
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PUERTO VALLARTA, PUNTA MITA, RIVIERA NAYARIT, MANDARINA AND COSTA ALEGRE UPDATED INFORMATION
The state of Jalisco has received the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels Stamp.
HOTELS |
Hotels are operating at a reduced occupancy rate of 60% capacity. Beaches in front of hotels are open for guests. Hotel restaurants, beach clubs, and swimming pools are open, yet spas and workout facilities are closed or limited.
Hotels must follow strict sanitation and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by local authorities as well as those set by the hotel’s ownership and management. Hotels are currently allowed to operate at 60% capacity. Below, please find updated hotel opening dates and COVID-related health and safety information for the hotels:
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FLIGHTS |
Current International Flights to Puerto Vallarta:
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BEACHES |
All beaches in Puerto Vallarta and the state of Nayarit (Punta Mita, Riviera Nayarit and Mandarina) are open to the public and the use of proper social distancing is encouraged. |
TOURS |
Tour and activity operators are allowed to open upon meeting safety standards and gaining certification from the local authorities. These protocols include required social distancing, operating at reduced capacity, availability of sanitizers, sanitation and disinfecting of equipment, and temperature checks. |
RESTAURANTS |
Restaurants and dining establishments that adhere to safety and sanitation protocols are operating at no more than 30% of capacity.
All open restaurants must show that they meet safety and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by the local authorities. |
MEXICO CITY UPDATED INFORMATION
Mexico City is currently “Orange” on the epidemiological risk level traffic light system.
HOTELS |
Hotels are operating at a reduced occupancy rate of 30%. Hotels must show that they meet safety and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by the local authorities. Some hotels are implementing standards beyond these measures. Below, please find updated hotel opening dates and COVID-related health and safety information for the hotels:
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FLIGHTS |
Current International Flights to Mexico City from the USA:
Other International Flights (NON-USA):
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TOURS |
While many tourist attractions remain closed, some tours and activities are operating under strict COVID protocols. |
RESTAURANTS |
Many restaurants have reopened and must adhere to strict safety and sanitation protocols. Restaurants are operating with a restricted capacity of 30%, limited hours and most dining must be outdoors.
All open restaurants must show that they meet safety and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by the local authorities. Bars and nightclubs remain closed. |
MUSEUMS |
While many museums remain closed, some museums are operating under strict COVID protocols.
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ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES |
While many archeological sites remain closed, some archeological sites are operating under strict COVID protocols.
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CHIAPAS UPDATED INFORMATION
The state of Chiapas has received the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels Stamp. and currently “Green” on the epidemiological risk level traffic light system—meaning lower risk.
HOTELS |
Hotels are operating at a reduced occupancy rate of 50% capacity.
Hotels must follow strict sanitation and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by local authorities as well as those set by the hotel’s ownership and management. Hotels are currently allowed to operate at 50% capacity. Below, please find updated hotel opening dates and COVID-related health and safety information for the hotels:
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TOURS |
While most tourist attractions are open, some tours and activities are operating under strict COVID protocols including limited hours and reduced capacity. |
RESTAURANTS |
Most restaurants are open and must adhere to strict safety and sanitation protocols. Restaurants are operating with a restricted capacity of 50 -70% and limited hours.
All open restaurants must show that they meet safety and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by the local authorities. |
YUCATAN UPDATED INFORMATION
The state of Yucatan has received the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels Stamp.
HOTELS |
Hotels are operating at a reduced occupancy rate of 60% capacity.
Hotels must follow strict sanitation and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by local authorities as well as those set by the hotel’s ownership and management. Hotels are currently allowed to operate at 60% capacity. Below, please find updated hotel opening dates and COVID-related health and safety information for the hotel
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FLIGHTS |
Current International Flights to Merida from the USA:
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TOURS |
While many tourist attractions are open, some tours and activities are operating under strict COVID protocols including limited hours and reduced occupancy. |
RESTAURANTS |
Most restaurants are open and must adhere to strict safety and sanitation protocols. Restaurants are operating with a restricted capacity of 50 -60% and limited hours.
All open restaurants must show that they meet safety and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by the local authorities. |
ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES |
While many archeological sites remain closed, some archeological sites are operating under strict COVID protocols.
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SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE UPDATED INFORMATION
San Miguel de Allende has received the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels Stamp and currently “red” on the epidemiological risk level traffic light system—meaning higher risk.
HOTELS |
Hotels are operating at a reduced occupancy rate of 30% capacity.
Hotels must follow strict sanitation and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by local authorities as well as those set by the hotel’s ownership and management. Hotels are currently allowed to operate at 30% capacity. Below, please find updated hotel opening dates and COVID-related health and safety information for the hotel
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FLIGHTS |
Current International Flights to Guanajuato from the USA:
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TOURS |
Many tourist attractions are open, some tours and activities are operating under strict COVID protocols including limited hours and reduced occupancy. |
RESTAURANTS |
Most restaurants are open and must adhere to strict safety and sanitation protocols. Restaurants are operating with a restricted capacity of 50% and limited hours.
All open restaurants must show that they meet safety and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by the local authorities. |
OAXACA UPDATED INFORMATION
Oaxaca has received the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels Stamp and currently “Orange” on the epidemiological risk level traffic light system.
HOTELS |
Hotels are operating at a reduced occupancy rate of 50% capacity.
Hotels must follow strict sanitation and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by local authorities as well as those set by the hotel’s ownership and management. Hotels are currently allowed to operate at 50% capacity. Below, please find updated hotel opening dates and COVID-related health and safety information for the hotel
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FLIGHTS |
Current International Flights to Mexico City from the USA:
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TOURS |
Most tourist attractions are open but some tours and activities are impacted operating under strict COVID protocols including limited hours and reduced occupancy. |
RESTAURANTS |
Most restaurants are open and must adhere to strict safety and sanitation protocols. Restaurants are operating with a restricted capacity of 20% and limited hours.
All open restaurants must show that they meet safety and cleanliness protocols set and monitored by the local authorities. Some bars are open with limited hours. |
BOOKING CONDITIONS
Journey Mexico will be ready when you are. Amidst the unprecedented impact of Coronavirus, we want you to be as confident as possible when planning your next Mexican adventure.
In that spirit, we hope you will find comfort in the following for all new bookings:
Stability. Fortunately, our foresight and solid financial planning will see us through these challenging times. Mexico, our homeland, is resilient as are we. Similarly, we’re proud and confident that Journey Mexico’s value has never been stronger in ensuring your health, safety, and enjoyment during your next visit to Mexico. We can’t wait to welcome you and share our favorite people, places, and experiences!
Availability. Our travel planners are here with, admittedly, a little more time on their hands than normal. What a perfect opportunity to leverage their unrivaled knowledge of Mexico to create a truly customized and unforgettable adventure! Utilize our expertise to book a hotel through us in Mexico City and the beach, of course! But also call our travel planners to ask what time of day is best for visiting Teotihuacan, where they go to dinner in La Roma, what the best room is at Chable, what their favorite winery is in San Miguel Allende, or what their favorite village is near Oaxaca.
Eliminate non-refundable deposits. We are waiving all non-refundable deposits on new bookings whenever possible.
Flexibility of travel dates. We understand better than ever right now that travel plans change, sometimes uncontrollably. When given 14 days of notice, we will transfer all funds to a future credit valid for at least a year. We will honor the same pricing as well.
Safety. Your safety has always been our primary priority, and we simply are unwilling to operate a trip if we are not comfortable doing so. We are currently working with our guides, drivers, and hotel partners to institute requirements for hygiene and sanitization so that when travel resumes, we are ready to welcome you as safely as possible. And of course our 24/7 assistance in the field will always be there.
*There are no absolutes, especially amidst this pandemic. Please note that there are exceptions to the above points, and our travel planners will inform you of the actual terms prior to booking – as we always do. Most notably, villa bookings and late December travel typically have more stringent policies.
Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss any specific concerns, policies, or travel needs that you might have.
We are very excited to welcome you to Mexico!
The Safest States And Destinations In Mexico To Travel
More and more tourism destinations and states in Mexico have implemented the Safe Travels Global Protocols and received the Global Safety Stamp by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) — an emblem to help travelers recognize the businesses and destinations meeting safety standards and following best practices, so travelers can experience “Safe Travels.” These increased safety measures are helping to make travelers feel more comfortable and safe as they consider traveling to Mexico again.
