Costa Maya Private Beach Break: Hayhu with Menu Credit

Half a morning or afternoon alone on a private stretch of Caribbean sand

A half-day private beach experience at Hayhu, an ecological beach club in Costa Maya, where you and up to three guests get a secluded cabana, $150 in food and drink credit, and access to kayaks and paddle boards. Spend the morning or afternoon swimming, snorkeling near the barrier reef, or simply resting on white sand overlooking turquoise water while the kitchen prepares fresh grilled fish and South American-style steak.

The experience

You arrive at Hayhu with hotel pickup included, and the beach club keeps the day intentionally small: limiting access so the "private beach" feeling stays real. Your group of up to four gets a private beach shack overlooking the Caribbean, towels, and $150 USD in menu credit to spend on whatever appeals: grilled seafood and fish caught locally, steak prepared in the South American style (a specialty here), or drinks from the top-shelf bar. The kitchen buys fresh daily, so the menu shifts with what landed.

The afternoon or morning is yours to structure. Swim in water steps from your shack, or paddle out on a kayak or stand-up board to snorkel close to the world's second largest barrier reef without leaving the bay. The staff keeps the experience frictionless. You rest, they handle service. Hayhu runs as an ecological operation, so the lush green around the shack and the turquoise water beyond it stay that way because they limit how many people use the space.

The half-day window (4.5 hours) fits a morning escape or an afternoon wind-down before dinner elsewhere. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, so you don't arrange transport. Bring sunscreen and a swimsuit. Towels are provided.

What’s included

• Private hotel pickup and drop-off.
• private beach shack for your group.
• $150 USD menu credit toward food and drinks.
• kayaks and paddle boards.
• towels.
• personalized service throughout your stay.

Information

Lasts 4h 30m, runs every day at 08:00, from US$ 385 per group, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Book up to12h before

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcome

Operated by Hayhu Beach Club

Is this one for you?The half-day length suits a traveler with a free morning or afternoon who wants to step away from crowds without committing a full day to the beach. The private shack and limited access mean you're not competing for space or attention, which matters if you're traveling with a small group or want to rest without background noise.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I snorkel at Hayhu without bringing my own gear?

Snorkeling equipment is not included in this package, so you'll need to bring your own mask, fins and snorkel, or rent them separately. The water near the barrier reef is shallow enough to snorkel from the beach, and kayaks let you paddle out to deeper spots if you want.

What's the food like at Hayhu, and does the $150 credit cover a full meal?

The menu focuses on fresh grilled and barbecued dishes: locally sourced fish and seafood, South American-style steak, and signature drinks from the bar. The $150 USD credit covers a substantial meal and drinks for one person, or lighter fare and drinks shared across your group. The kitchen can advise when you arrive.

Is the beach actually private, or do other guests use it too?

Hayhu is a public beach club, but your day is strictly private: you get a dedicated beach shack and personalized service for your group only. The club limits overall access to maintain that private experience, so you won't share your space with other day-pass guests.

What time of day works best for this half-day beach break?

The 4.5-hour window works as either a morning escape (roughly 9am to 1:30pm) or an afternoon session (roughly 1pm to 5:30pm). Choose based on when you want to rest and what fits the rest of your Costa Maya day.