Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Book a flight to Phoenix, Arizona. You may want to compare airfare prices online at travel sites like Orbitz, Expedia, and Travelocity to get the best deal.
Rent a car. Once you reach Phoenix, rent a car from an airport rental facility or a nearby rental company.
Head south to Sonora on highway 85. Coming out of the airport, drive south in the direction to Puerto Penasco. Follow 85 through Gila Bend, Ajo, until you reach the border.
Cross the border at Sonoyta-Sonora. If you are stopped, the customs official may ask to see your passport and inquire if you have anything to declare. Your car may also be searched.
Stay to the right after you pass the border. Once you finish with customs, you will soon see the town of Sonoyta. Keep the car to the right and follow the signs directing you to Puerto Penasco. The signs will direct you to Mexico Route 8.
Keep driving on Route 8. Route 8 will lead you to Puerto Penasco. Stay on the road for approximately an hour and a half. This route has a couple of sharp turns so remember to stay alert as you drive.
Turn onto Caborca Road on your right. Caborca Road is located at kilometer-mark 24 and will lead you to the Mayan Palace.
Book a shuttle. If you don't want to rent a car and drive to the Mayan Palace, you can take a shuttle for about $90. Contact the resort staff and tell them you would like to book a shuttle to their hotel.
Book a flight to Tucson, Arizona. You may want to compare airfare costs on the internet at sites like Orbitz, Expedia and Travelocity.
Rent a car. Once you reach Tucson, rent a car from an airport rental facility or a nearby rental company.
Drive onto Valencia Road heading west. From the airport, hook onto West Valencia Road. Stay on Valencia when it turns into State Highway 86. Continue on 86 through the towns of Sells and Quijotoa.
Turn left onto State Highway 85 South. After you pass Sells and Quijotoa, you will drive through the town of Why. Take 85 South until you reach Lukeville, Arizona along the Mexican border.
Go through customs. The border official may stop your car and inquire if you have anything to declare. Your car may also be searched.
Stay to the right after you pass the border. Once you finish with customs, you will see the town of Sonoyta. Keep the car to the right and follow the signs directing you to Puerto Penasco. The signs will direct you to Mexico Route 8.
Keep driving on Route 8. Route 8 will lead you to Puerto Penasco. You'll be on this road for about an hour and a half. It features a few sharp turns so be alert.
Turn onto Caborca Road on your right. Caborca Road is located at kilometer-mark 24 and will lead you to the Mayan Palace.
Book a flight to Mexicali, Mexico. The Mexicali airport is formally called the General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport. You may want to compare airfare prices online or speak with a travel agent to get the best deal.
Rent a car. Once you reach Mexicali, rent a car from an airport rental facility or a nearby rental company.
Drive southeast towards San Luis Rio Colorado via Highway 2.
Arrive in the town of Sonoyta. When you pass through Sonoyta, you will see signs for Puerto Penasco. Take highway 8 (heading southwest) towards Puerto Penasco.
Stay on Route 8. Route 8 will lead you to Puerto Penasco. Drive for approximately an hour and a half on this road.
Turn onto Caborca Road on your right. Caborca Road is located at kilometer-mark 24 and will lead you to the Mayan Palace.
Book a shuttle. If you don't want to drive to the Mayan Palace, you can take a shuttle for about $80. Contact the resort staff and tell them you would like to book a shuttle to Puerto Penasco.