- Q: Why is Cozumel a popular tourist destination?
- A: Cozumel, one of the largest Mexican islands, has long been beloved for its beautiful undeveloped beaches and excellent diving and snorkeling in the surrounding Caribbean waters.
- Q: What activities can visitors enjoy in Cozumel?
- A: Visitors can swim with stingrays or dolphins, sample delicious food and beverages, or visit an archaeological site to learn about traditional Mayan culture.
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1. Punta Sur Eco Beach Park
The largest ecological reserve on the island, Punta Sur Eco Beach Park is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including crocodiles, beautiful flowers, and exotic birds. The park boasts a beautiful beach with showers, hammocks, lounge chairs, and a lifeguard to ensure the safety of everyone in the water.
Visitors can also climb to the top of the historic Celarain Lighthouse, which offers wonderful panoramic views of the ocean and the island. Ample free parking is available, and there are several restaurants and snack bars to ensure that visitors don't go hungry.
2. Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park
One of the top attractions on the island, Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park is located only 10 minutes away from the cruise ship terminal. There is plenty to see and do here, but highlights include snorkeling in the colorful reef, interacting with manatees and sea lions, and lounging under the umbrellas or in the hammocks on the beautiful beach. Visitors can also swim with dolphins, but this activity is quite popular, and advance reservations are recommended. It's easily possible spend an entire day in the park.
Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park, Carretera Costera Sur Km. 9, Cozumel, 77600 San Miguel de Cozumel, Phone: +52-987-872-9760
3. Chichi Charters
Family owned and operated, Chichi Charters specializes in private charters perfectly tailored to their clients' wishes. A wide variety of activities are available, including snorkeling, deep sea fishing, bottom fishing sunset tours, and SCUBA diving. The boats can accommodate a maximum of between six and 18 people, and they all have Marine Park Permits so that you can visit the beautiful protected reefs around the island. A minimum deposit is required, and credit cards can only be used when you book your trip as the company does not have a credit card machine at the marina.
Chichi Charters, Caleta Marina, Cozumel 77600, Phone: +52-987-101-3337, Facebook
4. Chocolates Kaokao Factory Tour
The Chocolates Kaokao Factory has been creating handcrafted Mexican chocolate products since 2007, and the Chocolates Kaokao Factory Tour allows visitors to witness this amazing process up close. Visitors will learn about the history of chocolate in Mexico, plus they have the opportunity to craft their own chocolate drinking mix. Visitors also get to sample the cacao during all the different stages of the chocolate-making process. Tours last approximately one hour. Reservations are required, and group discounts are available for groups of six or more people.
Chocolates Kaokao Factory Tour, 1a. Bis Sur S/Npor 80 Bis. Av. Sur, Flores Magón, 77670 San Miguel de Cozumel, Phone: +52-987-869-4705
5. Cozumel Pearl Farm
Taking up part of the secluded north side of the island, Cozumel Pearl Farm is a family-run pearl farm located on a pristine white sand beach. The pearls are grown and harvested using knowledge from the South Pacific, and experts will be on-site to explain the process and answer your questions. After touring the lab, you will have the opportunity to snorkel out to see the pearl hatchery. Tours last approximately six hours. Afternoon tours are sometimes offered when there are late cruise ship arrivals.
Cozumel Pearl Farm, Cozumel Franja de Montecristo, 77601 Cozumel, Phone: +52-987-119-9216
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