Mexico Tours in 2024 & 2025

Visa requirements may change, for the most up-to-date information we recommend using our Entry Requirements tool. Alternatively, check the Mexican embassy website in your country of departure.

Recommended vaccinations for Mexico include diphtheria, hepatitis a, rabies, tetanus, and typhoid.

As advice can often change, you can check out our Entry Requirements tool for the most up-to-date details on vaccination requirements.

The best time to visit Mexico is between the months of December and April, when it’s officially the dry season. Temperatures average around 24°C (75.2°F), and you can expect blue skies and sunny days during this period. May and June are also fairly good — you can expect fewer crowds during this period and lower prices.

June to November is officially hurricane season, with the months of September and October running the most risk. Naturally, expect more rainfall during this period.

Mexico has a tropical climate with temperatures ranging from around 20 to 33°C (68 to 91.4°F) throughout the year. As with most tropical countries, there’s a dry season (December to May) and a wet season here (June to November), and rainfall reaches its peak in October when it averages around 77mm (3.03 inches). The driest month tends to be May, when it averages just 7mm (0.275 inches).

Tipping is fairly common across Latin America, especially in restaurants and bars where 10% is added to the bill. Of course, if you’ve enjoyed a particular other service, then you’re more than welcome to tip!

There are several times during the trip where there is an opportunity to tip the local guides or drivers we use. Recommendations for tipping drivers and local guides would range from USD $5-10 per day depending on the quality and length of the service; ask your CEO for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture.

Plus, at the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures CEO did an outstanding job, tipping is more than appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline USD $5-7 per person, per day can be used.

You’ll find Wi-Fi in most restaurants, hostels, hotels, and in some public spaces too. Expect it to be fairly good, but in rural areas expect it to be more limited.

Credit cards and debit cards are very useful for cash advances. Visa cards are the most widely accepted cards. While ATMs are widely available, there are no guarantees that your credit or debit cards will actually work in Latin America. Check with your bank before you travel.

You should be aware that to purchase products or services on a credit card a fee of 5%-10% usually applies. Do not rely on credit or debit cards as your only source of money — bring USD in cash too.

As currency exchange rates can fluctuate often, we ask that you refer to the following website for daily exchange rates: www.xe.com.

Mexico is one of the most LGBTQ+-supportive countries in the world, and there’s a big queer scene here — particularly in the big cities.

As part of their commitment, all CEOs receive LGBTQ+ inclusion training so every traveller feels respected and welcomed on all of our tours. We commit to making our tours a safe and inclusive place for people to express their authentic selves without judgement, free from any discriminatory language or harassment.

While travelling with G Adventures, all travellers must treat each other with dignity and respect to create an environment that is positive, safe, and where everyone feels welcome. You can find out more via our LGBTQ+ travel page.

The official language of Mexico is Spanish, which is spoken by around 90% of the population. The government also recognises around 68 different indigenous languages here too — Nahuatl and Yucatec Maya are the most widely spoken of these.

In a word, no, tap water in Mexico isn’t really safe to drink. Bottled water is widely available.

Please note however that all drinks provided on our tours are safe to drink (including drinks with ice), as well as the water in most hotels and restaurants visited on tour. If in doubt, please ask your CEO for further info.

Most places in Mexico are safe, however, it should be noted that there are fairly high levels of crime here. You should be wary of pickpockets in large towns and cities, and there are certain areas of the country which should be avoided. You should also be aware that there are hurricanes here which occasionally make landfall. Take heed of local warnings.

G Adventures takes all reasonable measures to ensure your safety and enjoyment while travelling with us. All of the included activities are properly vetted and regularly checked by us, and we take great care in choosing the right transportation, stays throughout your trip, and guides to lead your tour. However, there are always inherent risks when travelling — you can find out more via our travel safety page.