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Maruata
Spend 1–2 days: a day trip for beach and turtle nesting, or overnight camping in a palapa for a rustic eco‑tourism experience.
Maruata is a remote coastal Nahuat town in Michoacán with a small eco‑tourism scene, sea‑turtle nesting beaches and basic camping facilities. It is reachable by road from Lazaro Cardenas airport and best visited in the dry season.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MXN
- Best months
- Oct–May (dry season, avoid hurricanes)
- avoid Jun–Nov (hurricane risk, heavy rain)
- Airport
- LZC
- Nights
- 1–2
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- Mexico ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Mexico's National Migration Institute (INM) or your nearest Mexican consulate; keep proof of your entry (stamp or digital record) until you leave.
- Mexico ↗Security advice differs by state: some governments advise against travel to parts of several states. Check your own government's advice for each region on your route.
- Mexico ↗Do not drink tap water; use bottled or filtered water and ice from reliable places.
- Mexico ↗Foreign visitors to Quintana Roo (Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Bacalar, Holbox) pay the state VISITAX online at visitax.gob.mx only; lookalike sites add fees.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Maruata911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Maruata, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Mexican peso (MXN, $).Mexico-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelcel has the widest coverage; AT&T and Movistar are cheaper in cities.Mexico-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; garrafón (20-litre jugs) and filtered water in hotels.Mexico-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurants: 10–15%; check the bill for an included 'servicio'.Mexico-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 127 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Mexico-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe but petty crime occurs, especially at night; keep valuables secured, use a money belt…
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- RestroomsPut paper in the bin, not the toilet, in most places; public toilets charge MXN 5–10 (≈ under US$1).Mexico-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police/medical · 078 Tourist assistance
- Sundays & holidaysMost museums and many archaeological sites close on Mondays; banks close on public holidays.Mexico-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportLZC Lazaro Cardenas Airport.
- Getting aroundDrive or take a second‑class bus to KM 150 on highway MEX 200.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealPescadillas (fried fish taco)M$3–6
- Budget bedPalapa camping bed, a night, per personMX$30 (≈ US$2)
- Mid-range bedRoom in local house, a night, per roomMX$200 (≈ US$11)
- High-end bedRoom in local house, a night, per roomMX$300 (≈ US$17)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget MX$150 (≈ US$9) · Mid MX$300 (≈ US$17) · High MX$500 (≈ US$30)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- LZC Lazaro Cardenas Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Mar
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
May
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Care
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Best: Dec–May. Mixed: Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C) low), wettest Jul (8 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Maruata: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
2 rd
Feb
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
2 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
3 rd
Apr
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
4 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
4 rd
Nov
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Dec
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Drive or take a second‑class bus to KM 150 on highway MEX 200. Within town walk or use local taxis; no public transport beyond the main road.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Uruapan
goDoor to door: ≈2 h
Drive north 120 km (75 mi) on highway MEX 200, about 2 hDrive north 75 mi (120 km) on highway MEX 200, about 2 h
Cultural town with markets and crafts.
Lazaro Cardenas
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Drive south 60 km (37 mi) on highway MEX 200, about 1 hDrive south 37 mi (60 km) on highway MEX 200, about 1 h
Port city with airport and ferry connections.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Palapa camping
M$30–40 per night per person, includes covered tent space, showers and toilets.
Local house rooms
M$100–300 per night for a private room.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- M$150–250 excl. bed
- Mid
- M$300–500 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Palapa camping bed1 × 1 night × MX$30 | MX$30 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × MX$150 | MX$150 |
| Bus from Lazaro Cardenas (round‑trip)1 × MX$250 · check | MX$250 |
| eSIM data for a week1 × MX$400 · check | MX$400 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | MX$83 |
| Trip total≈ MX$913 per person per day, bed included | MX$913≈ US$50 |
includes basic facilities
2026 estimate in MXN; flights and long‑distance bus not included.
Prices of common things
| Seafood meal at palapa | M$80–150 |
| Pescadillas (fried fish taco) | M$3–6 |
| Water from truck vendorcheck | M$15–30 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Burglary risk for unattended gear; use a money belt and keep valuables secured.
- Free‑range pigs may damage tents; hang food bags from the ceiling.
- Seasonal hurricanes June–November; check forecasts before travel.
Emergency numbers
- Police/Medical
- 911
- Tourist assistance
- 078
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police/Medical911
- Tourist assistance078
Embassy
US consulate in Mexico City; nearest Mexican embassy in the US is in Washington, D.C.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Lazaro Cardenas → Maruata (bus): about M$250 each way (check)
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (dis‑KUL‑pe)
- Gracias — Thank you (GRA‑see‑as)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (KWAN‑to KWEHS‑ta)
- ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the bathroom? (DON‑de es‑TA el BAH‑nyo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Maruata. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–May (dry season, avoid hurricanes) · avoid Jun–Nov (hurricane risk, heavy rain) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Maruata
- secondaryWikivoyage: Maruata, revision 5030549 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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