Besides being home to one of the world’s largest reef systems, Cozumel is also a
cultural, historical and amusing Island. Listed below, you will find some of the
recommended activities:
Atlantis Submarine
Experience a spectacular adventure on a real submarine.
The Atlantis, a real 48 passenger submarine, offers
everybody a chance to experience why Cozumel is
one of the top dive destinations in the world.
Atlantis is one of the worlds most technologically
advanced passenger submarines, trimmed, prepped
and ready to take you into another world more
than 100 ft. below the surface. The Atlantis brings
you up close and personal with Chankanaab Reef,
part of the world's second largest reef and the
islands most famous attraction. The total tour
is approximately 2 hours.
ATV Jungle Tours
Experience the untouched natural paradise of Cozumel’s
north-east side during this exciting tour on a
4 wheel motorcycle. Traveling on roads and trails
you will explore Cozumel’s jungle. At one of the
most beautiful beaches at Cozumel, Playa Bonita,
you will get the possibility to refresh yourself.
This tour winds through some of the most scenic
views of nature found on Cozumel. Passengers must
be 6 years or older. Drivers must be 16 years
or older. To safety operate the ATV the waight
limit can not exceed 350 pounds.
Caribbean Pirates Lobster Dinner Cruise
The Caribbean Pirates Lobster Dinner Cruise, a
“must do in Cozumel”, is a 105 ft. replica of
an 18th century Spanish Goleta complete with pirate
fights, show, Lobster and Steak dinner accompanied
by an open bar with your choice of domestic drinks.
Chankanab Park
Chankanaab Park is one of natures' greatest treasures
in Cozumel, designated in 1980 as a National Park
as well as a refuge area for protecting marine
flora and fauna of the western coast of the Island
of Cozumel. Chankanaab lagoon whose meaning in
Mayan language is “small sea” is a world-renowned
ecosystem and natural aquarium. Ocean streams
foster the growth of coral as well as the development
of large communities of fish, mollusks and crustaceans.
Its survival depends mostly on the constant flow
of water through amazing under water caves. The
Botanical Garden entices you to listen to the
song of the wind through the largest bamboo curtain
on the Island, identify 60 different palm trees,
admire water lilies and walk through a passage
of orchids. These are the perfect place for bird
watching and enjoy the dinosaur like “iguana”
lizards basking in the sun.
Chichen Itza
Chichen Itza is the most famous and extraordinary
City of the Mayan Civilization, located in the
neighboring State of Yucatan. You will discover
the incredible spirit of impressive structures.
The largest building is the 'Temple of Kukulkan'
or also called The Castle, a 75 foot high pyramid
topped by a temple from where you will have an
amazing view. Other well known structures include
the ball court, the site of day-long ritual games;
'El Caracol', the observatory, from which the
Maya's traced the paths of stars and planets,
the temple of warriors where you will see the
reclining figure of 'Chacmool', a symbol for the
Yucatan Peninsula. These are just a few examples
of Chichen Itza's structures, the most captivating
of all Mexico's archaeological treasures.
You can reach Chichen Itza by plane and by bus.
Price by plane: USD 284.00 p/p, including entrance
fee and Guide Service. Price by plane: USD 99.00
p/p. Children between 5 y 10 years old: USD 65.00,
including entrance fee, breakfast and buffet lunch,
soft drinks on bus, ferry.
Cozumel Island Tour
This tour really takes you to the most interesting
sites of Cozumel. The tour starts with a visit
to San Gervasio, mythical Mayan ruins surrounded
by the jungle at the north side of the island.
Your guide will tell you all about Ix-Chel, the
island's goddess, how she was worshipped and the
mysterious beliefs around her. After this cultural
start the tour will take you to the east side
of Cozumel along the scenic road with the most
beautiful beaches. You will get the change to
take incredible shots of the overwhelming scenery
here. The tour ends with an amazing snorkeling
adventure in Chankanaab National Park, where you
can also walk around in the botanical gardens,
see reproductions of Maya monuments, see the friendly
dolphins and sea lions and enjoy a drink and a
snack at one of the beach restaurants.
Fishing with Scuba Du
For all the fishing aficionados, Scuba Du, our
in-house water activities shop, offers private
charters with our excellent crew, who have over
10 years of experience fishing in the waters near
Cozumel. The boats are all custom made and fully
equipped with 2 chairs, 5 fishing lines, shade
and sunny area and lavatory. In the fishing season
(March through July) you can catch: Blue and White
Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) and
Tuna and all year we catch Mackerel, Barracuda,
Amberjack, Snapper, and Grouper.
Horseback Riding
Ride back in time through the sacred land of the
Maya, the oldest and most mysterious civilization
in the world. You will be riding through the lush
rain forest of Cozumel, listening to it's most
amazing sounds and discovering Cozumel's hidden
tropical savanna's. Look out for the birds and
different animal species that may come your way.
You will visit El Cedral, Cozumel's oldest Mayan
ruin. It's historical tradition dates back to
the island's discovery on May 3rd, 1518 and re-population
in 1847 due to the war of Casts taking place in
the State of Yucatan. This site was long ago decided
both to farm and to marine activities. On your
ride back be sure to take notice of the natural
sounds and sights around you. In this natural
paradise the Maya lived in harmony and this feeling
of nature and man becoming one still lives on
today. Price: from USD 25.00 to USD 35.00 Children
from USD 20.00 to USD 30.00.
Museo
Cozumel’s Island Museum offers a geographic view
and history of Cozumel in four exhibition rooms.
Conceived as an instrument of ecological information
and education, it harvests convincing in children
and young people on the preservation of equilibrium
and its fragile ecosystems.
“La Casita Maya” (The Small Mayan House) is a
representation of the way of life and ancient
customs, and it is watch over by people from Mayan
origin.
Punta Sur
The Ecological Reserve Punta Sur Park is located
on southern tip of the island. It is the most
important Ecotourist Project of the Cozumel Foundation
of Parks and Museums. The Park encompasses an
outstanding variety of natural landscapes. Extending
for more than one hundred hectares, it is the
combination of lagoon environment with its coastal
humid soil and mangrove jungles that are the setting
of a mosaic of environments. The lagoon shelter
is a very rich and wide variety of wild flora
and fauna. The marine part of the reserve includes
areas with white sand beaches and extraordinarily
transparent waters.
San Gervasio
At the biggest archaeological site on the island
you can be part of the Mayan culture and its mysteries.
San Gervasio was a strategic point for the commercial
and political development of its era and also
a sacred Mayan center. Inhabited from 200 A.D.
until the Spanish conquest, San Gervasio was a
sanctuary of the Goddess Ixchel, the fertility
goddess, drawing pilgrims from the entire Mayan
world to worship her.
Scuba Du Reef Snorkeling Adventure Tours
Scuba Du reef snorkeling tours go to the best reefs in Cozumel's National Marine Park.
Our comfortable dive boats and Professional, experienced and friendly Staff will make
your snorkeling experience the best around. Our Shallow Reef Adventure is recommended
for guests with little or no snorkeling/swimming experience, or limited time. Palancar
& Colombia Reefs offer spectacular 20-40 foot coral heads and impressive views of the
wall/drop-off, both options offer lots of coral formations, colorful tropical fish and
many species of marine life. All Snorkeling Adventures include: snorkeling equipment
(mask, fins, snorkel, lifejacket), purified bottled water, soft drinks, snacks (chips),
for adults (+18) a few beers, Professional DiveMaster as your guide, Friendly & experienced
boat staff, 3 snorkeling stops in the Marine Park (30-40 minutes each).
Sunset Cruise
Admire one of Cozumel's amazing sunsets while
enjoying your tropical drink, listening to music
and sailing the beautiful turquoise waters. The
100 foot long classic ship “Princesa Maya” has
both indoor and outdoor seating available and
is fully air conditioned. Snacks, and a full open
bar are provided. A unique sliding roof offers
a fantastic view of the stars even when inside
the ship.
Swimming with dolphins
Swim along with these amazing and very friendly
creatures in their natural environment. These
spectacular mammals have been on the planet since
65 million years ago and have directly contributed
in human lives. It has also been discovered that
they experience many of the same emotions we do
and are helping the scientific community at large.
Take a look at the following programs and choose
the one that fits for you!
Dolphin Encounter A non swimmer
favorite for all ages; learn, hold them, watch
their amazing tricks, get a serenade and a splash
and seal the friendship with a kiss.
Dolphin Royal Swim An hour of
fun, a lifetime of memories as you learn, interact,
play and get played with. Meet the dolphins as
you always dreamed!
Dolphin Swim Adventure An activity-packed
program of kisses, cradling, getting up close
and personal. Dancing belly to belly can make
you become fast friends!
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