Thinking about renting a scooter in Tulum? Great idea — it’s the most popular way to get around. But there are some things you should know before you book. Here’s our complete guide to help you avoid the common mistakes and have an amazing time.
Do I Need a License?
Yes, you need a valid driver’s license to rent a scooter in Tulum. The good news: a regular car license works fine — you don’t need a motorcycle license. Bring your license with you to pickup.
How Much Does It Cost?
Scooter rental prices in Tulum typically range from $400–600 MXN per day ($22–33 USD). At Mexigo Rentals, our scooters start at $650 MXN/day with big discounts for longer rentals:
- 3+ days: 10% off
- 7+ days: 25% off → just $488 MXN/day (~$28 USD)
- 14+ days: 35% off
- 30+ days: 50% off → just $325 MXN/day (~$12 USD)
Is Insurance Included?
This is the most important question to ask any rental shop. Many cheap rentals in Tulum don’t include insurance — and if something happens, you’re on the hook for the full repair bill.
At Mexigo Rentals, insurance is always included. Our system works with an excess (deductible) of $4,000 MXN — that’s the maximum you’d ever pay. Minor damage? You pay just the repair cost. Major damage? Capped at $4,000 MXN.
What About the Deposit?
Most rental shops require a security deposit. At Mexigo, the deposit equals the insurance excess ($4,000 MXN for scooters). You can pay in cash (MXN, USD, EUR, GBP), card hold, or Stripe link. No damage = full deposit back.
What’s Included?
At Mexigo, every scooter rental includes:
- ✅ Insurance
- ✅ 2 helmets
- ✅ Lock
- ✅ Phone holder
- ✅ Full tank of gas
- ✅ Roadside assistance (8am–7pm daily)
Safety Tips for First-Time Riders
- Watch for speed bumps (topes) — they’re everywhere and often unmarked
- Download offline maps before riding — signal drops near cenotes
- Ride on the right, stay alert for taxis and delivery trucks
- Don’t ride at night on unlit roads
- Always lock your scooter — even for 2 minutes
- Never lock to trees — you’ll get fined
How to Book
Book online in under 5 minutes. Pay just 15% to reserve, and the rest at pickup.
Questions? WhatsApp us at +52 984 209 4906