Landscaping & Garden Design in Akumal: native plants, irrigation and garden lighting
We design and build gardens in Akumal with native and adapted plants, real topsoil over the limestone, irrigation and lighting, then maintain them if you are away. Front-row homes face open sea and constant spray, while the jungle side is humid and shaded, so the right paint, metal and plant choices change from one side of the highway to the other.
Our Landscaping Services
Garden Lighting
Low-voltage LED uplights, path lights and palm lighting, with waterproof connections that survive the rainy season.
Hardscape
Paths, stepping stones, retaining walls, planters, fire pits and pool decks in stone, concrete or wood.
Garden Maintenance
Pruning, fertilising, pest control and hurricane preparation for villas, condos and hotels.
Plants that suit the climate in Akumal
Water is hard and some areas rely on wells or cisterns, so softeners, filters and low-flow fittings are typical in every bathroom remodel. The plant palette, windbreaks and soil depth are chosen for this exposure, not copied from a catalogue.
Irrigation and water in Akumal
Akumal belongs to Tulum municipality; the bay and beach are under ZOFEMAT and turtle-nesting protection, so exterior lighting, beach landscaping and work near the sand follow strict rules. Drip lines, timers and storage are sized to this supply so the garden survives the dry season.
Materials, crews and access in Akumal
Akumal is about 35 minutes from our workshops; access to condos in the bays is tight, so we plan deliveries and debris removal with building administrations.
Rentals and scheduling in Akumal
Many units are rented through the year, so work is phased by unit and kept inside quiet hours.
Homes and owners in Akumal
Akumal has beachfront condos and villas in Half Moon Bay and Akumal Bay, homes in Aventuras Akumal and new developments on the jungle side, many owned by long-term foreign residents who renovate and maintain rather than build.
Landscaping Prices (2026) — Akumal
| Item | Detail | Price (MXN) |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape design | Plan, plant palette, irrigation and lighting layout | $9,400–$29,200 |
| Complete garden | Topsoil, plants, mulch, drip irrigation | $760–$1,600/m² |
| Palm or tree in rock | Pit breaking, soil, planting, staking | $2,100–$5,300 each |
| Maintenance | Monthly visits, pruning, fertiliser, irrigation check | from $2,900/month |
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Why Owners and Hotels Choose Recrea for Landscaping
- 18+ years and 196 projects in the Riviera Maya, written warranty on workmanship
- Fixed written quote with materials, brands and quantities listed line by line
- Photo and video reports for owners who live abroad, plus a bilingual project contact
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