Francisco Uh May
Tulum and the Riviera Maya are where the beauty of the Caribbean feels almost untouched—turquoise waters stretching endlessly along soft white-sand beaches, lush jungle meeting the sea, and warm tropical breezes carrying the scent of salt and wild greenery. From Tulum’s dramatic coastline and ancient Mayan ruins to the hidden cenotes and vibrant coral reefs beyond, the region has a natural magic that invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and simply take it all in.
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Rancho Little Paradise
The heart of Little Paradise
Tucked deep in the jungle of Francisco Uh May, just outside Tulum, Rancho Little Paradise is where it all comes together. It’s a sanctuary for rescued animals, and a sanctuary for the soul.
Here, the jungle sets the pace. Days are spent exploring, riding horses, cooling off in the water, gathering around the fire, or simply breathing beneath the trees. And nights end the way they should: under a sky full of stars.
A place to grow, heal and be reborn
The Rancho is more than a place to stay. It’s a space for rest, renewal and rebirth. A place to nurture yourself, reconnect with nature, and remember who you truly are.
Our animals are at the heart of it all. Each one was rescued, and each one has a story. They are true healers, and spending time with them is a gentle form of animal therapy: a quiet moment with a horse, a curious encounter, a little bit of unconditional love that stays with you long after you leave.
Living consciously, 100% off-grid
We live in harmony with the land. The Rancho is completely self-sufficient, powered by the sun, with our own well and a biodigester. We plant, we grow, we harvest, and we raise our animals with love. It’s rustic, comfortable, peaceful and a little bit wild… exactly as a jungle escape should be.
The energy of the Maya
Francisco Uh May is a Mayan village, home to people deeply connected to nature and to the elements of the Earth. You can feel that ancestral energy here, in the soil, in the trees, in the silence. It invites you to slow down and listen.
Take a real pause
This is not a place to rush through. We recommend staying a few days to truly feel it: the disconnection from the noise, and the reconnection with yourself. Come to meet, to breathe, and to find yourself again.
Every stay makes a difference
Every guest who stays at Little Paradise, whether in Playa del Carmen, Tulum or here at the Rancho, directly supports the sanctuary and the animals who call it home.
So from the bottom of our hearts: thank you. Thanks to you, we can keep rescuing, nurturing and growing, and continue our mission of raising the frequency of consciousness on this planet, one stay at a time. 🌿
Josi & the tribe
Villa 1
Villa 2
EXPLORE FRANCISCO UH MAY
Francisco Uh May is a charming, low-key Mayan pueblo nestled in the lush jungle of Quintana Roo, located about 25 minutes inland from
Tulum along the road to the Cobá ruins.
Traditionally celebrated for its deep Mayan heritage, quiet community feel, and local artisan culture—where villagers craft beautiful macramé, wood carvings, and ceramics—Francisco Uh May has evolved into a fascinating intersection of nature, local tradition, and contemporary art.