Grand Luxxe Riviera Maya - water shoes needed?

[ada903]

I remember comments and reviews that the beach entrance is rocky - and I also remember reading about an effort to clean it up and smooth it.
Do we need water shoes, is it recommended? Thank you for any insight!

 

[bellesgirl]

We were last there in March 2013 and unless things have changed dramatically, you will definitely need water shoes. The beach was very disappointing.

 

[ada903]

Thanks - heading to sports authority to get some shoes.

 

[huenix]

We were last there in March 2013 and unless things have changed dramatically, you will definitely need water shoes. The beach was very disappointing.

I am only going off friend's recommendations and pics, but for a short cab ride to the water taxi, you can go to Isla Mujeres for the day(s). It is a "real" beach with what appears to be some awesome snorkeling.

 

[pittle]

You can also take the ferry from Puerto Morales or Playa del Carmen to Cozumel for a day of great snorkeling. Really nice beaches on one side of the island

 

[huenix]

You can also take the ferry from Puerto Morales or Playa del Carmen to Cozumel for a day of great snorkeling. Really nice beaches on one side of the island

Personal recommendation time: Playa Uvas had a great clear kayak/snorkel trip.

But we did the onsite snorkel trip from Vida, and it sucked, especially for what it cost. I could have walked south down the beach a mile and just waded out into the water for free.