Mangroves are comprised of a variety of salt-tolerant tree species and are the dominant vegetation along tropical coastlines, estuaries and islands.
Mayakoba integrates more than 60 Hectares of mangroves, which provide an important refuge for nesting birds and protection for the hatcheries of young fish and turtles. Recognized by their long taproots, mangroves are endangered trees, and are protected by international laws. Mangrove forests are one of the most productive in the world, they export nutrients beneath the coastal dunes and beaches and “feed” the coral reefs while protecting the beach against erosion.
Currently there are four species of mangrove in Mayakoba: White Mangrove, Red Mangrove, Black Mangrove and the unusual Silver Button Bud Mangrove. In order to protect the mangrove forest, Mayakoba’s infrastructure is located behind it, thus respecting its integrity and creating a truly new vision of sustainable tourism. In addition, Mayakoba´s team of biologists have developed a cloning system for mangroves that allows them to reforest where needed.
