Fees · Destination Guide
Whale sharks, bioluminescent nights, and barefoot island life in a protected corner of Quintana Roo
Key fee: Yum Balam protected area entrance fee
MXN $215
Updated Jan 24, 2026 • 11 sources
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Budget for protected-area access fees for Yum Balam and the Tiburon Ballena Biosphere Reserve. Quintana Roo also applies the VISITAX tourist fee for foreign visitors. Many tour operators bundle protected-area fees into tour pricing, but you should confirm what is included before you pay. Fees can be updated over time.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yum Balam protected area entrance fee | MXN $215 per person, per day | Visitors entering Yum Balam protected area zones and activities that require the fee | Paid as a protected-area right (often handled through operators or at access points) |
CONANP lists visitor regulations including staying inside trails, using specialized guides, removing garbage, and not lighting bonfires. |
| Tiburon Ballena Biosphere Reserve entrance fee | MXN $215 per person, per day | Whale shark observation and swimming activities in the protected area | Usually arranged through authorized whale shark tour operators | CONANP lists visitor regulations such as no plastics, no drones, no feeding wildlife, and using reef-friendly sunscreens. |
| VISITAX Quintana Roo tourist fee | 2.5 UMA (peso amount shown on the official portal) per person, per trip | Foreign tourists visiting Quintana Roo | Where to pay | Use the official government portal and keep your receipt or QR code. |
Fee
per person, per day
CONANP lists visitor regulations including staying inside trails, using specialized guides, removing garbage, and not lighting bonfires.
per person, per day
CONANP lists visitor regulations such as no plastics, no drones, no feeding wildlife, and using reef-friendly sunscreens.
per person, per trip
Use the official government portal and keep your receipt or QR code.