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Cozumel Island
Cozumel Islandis located in the Caribbean Sea off the east coast of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, south of Cancun, with ferries running to and from Playa del Carmen on the opposite shore. The island's name is derived from Mayan and means Island of the Swallows; the main town, San Miguel, is built along the coast, and its waterfront promenade is lined with restaurants and shops, making it the first stop for most visitors upon arrival. Diving is the island's signature activity: the coral reefs off the west coast are part of the extensive Central American Barrier Reef System, and Palancar Reef is especially well-known thanks to the high praise it received from ocean explorer Jacques Cousteau. Stable nearshore currents have created a unique drift diving experience, allowing you to float along with the current past coral walls, sponge forests, and areas frequented by sea turtles; if you prefer not to scuba dive, you can also take a boat to the El Cielo sandbar on the south side, where the water is waist-deep and teeming with starfish, making it a popular spot for snorkeling and photography.Mexico · Cozumel
Xel-Ha Park
Xelha Water Park is a snorkeling-themed nature park whose name means "Wherethewatersareborn". It is located at the place where the freshwater underground river flows into the sea, so it is known as the world's largest natural aquarium with a wide variety of fish. Besides snorkeling, there are other activities such as rafting, rope walking and dolphin swimming.Cozumel · 46.8 km from downtown
Xcaret Park
Westcaret Park has more than 40 attractions. In the park, you can swim in underground rivers, explore mysterious caves, walk through jungle trails, and watch the animals that inhabit the park. Discover new colours at the Butterfly Pavilion and discover the mysteries of the ocean at the Coral Reef Aquarium. In Xicalet, Mexico, there are several attractions worth visiting, such as the Mayan monuments, the Mexican FolkArtMuseum, the traditional Hacienda Henequenera estate, and the Chapel of Guadalupe. In addition, visitors can experience Mexican culture by watching pre-Hispanic dances, equestrian performances and the "Xcaret México Espectacular" Mexican-inspired performance by 300 actors. There are many restaurants for tourists to choose from in Cicaret Park on the Mayan coast.Playa del Carmen · 27 km from Cozumel
Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park
Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park is located on Cozumel Island, Mexico, and attracts nature lovers with its rich ecosystem and diverse flora and fauna. Visitors can explore lush forests, clear coastlines, and magnificent coral reefs here, and enjoy diving, snorkeling, and hiking. The park features multiple trails suitable for visitors of all fitness levels, offering opportunities to get up close to nature. In addition to natural views, Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park also boasts a rich cultural heritage. Visitors can tour ancient Mayan ruins to learn about local history and traditions. Park guides are typically experienced local residents who can provide in-depth cultural background, adding depth and interest to your trip. Additionally, it is recommended that visitors plan their itinerary in advance and ensure they bring gear suitable for outdoor activities to fully experience the park's charm. Transportation is convenient, and visitors can easily reach Cozumel Island by ferry or plane.Cozumel · 7.7 km from downtown
Paradise Beach Cozumel
Cozumel · 10.2 km from downtown
Xplor Park
Cypro Maya Adventure Park is an adventure park in the heart of a beautiful natural environment. There are many adventures in the park, from ziplining, driving amphibious vehicles above and below ground, exploring caves and marvelling at the various stalactites and stalagmites in the underground river. There are also buffets and drink bars in the park, which is very convenient.Playa del Carmen · 28.4 km from Cozumel
Benito Juarez Park
Cozumel · 10.1 km from downtown
Isla Pasion
Cozumel · 15.1 km from downtown
Zona Arqueológica San Gervasio
Cozumel · 11.7 km from downtown
Dolphinaris Cozumel
Cozumel · 9.6 km from downtown
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inggit novianaNovember 26, 2022
5.0
Cozumel (from the Maya for swallow island; modern Mayan: kùutsmil) is an island in the Caribbean Sea, off the coast of the eastern tip of the Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico. This island is off the coast of the city of Playa del Carmen and adjacent to the South of the Yucatan. Cozumel is a municipality of 8 municipalities (municipios) in the state of Quintana Roo. The island was designated as a national park in 1996. Calm beaches and clear seas make Cozumel a top destination for scuba diving and snorkeling. The main town on the island is called San Miguel de Cozumel.
Cozumel Island
Robarth marliiSeptember 29, 2023
5.0
Wish I was able to get more photos of this place, but it is fantastic! We had free food and free drinks included with just regular entrance to the park. The place is very big and looks gorgeous. It offers all sorts of activities to do all over, and it has a very cool/refreshing natural pool to jump into. The quality of the food (which all the restaurants are buffets) is really well made and tastes great! It's fun for the whole family!
Xel-Ha Park
大鱼先生🐷February 10, 2026
5.0
This park is absolutely fantastic! It's definitely one of the best places to visit in the Americas. If you're a fast-paced young person, you can just buy an afternoon ticket, plus a shuttle bus from your hotel. Enter the park at 4 PM, walk the black line, then the white line, then the red line, then the green line, and finally the blue line back to the black line, arriving just in time for the show at 7 PM. The show is two hours long, covering everything from Mayan culture to modern Mexican dance and song – well worth seeing. The cutest animals in the park are the flamingos, tapirs, and red parrots – they're even bigger and cuter than I expected.
Xcaret Park
真诚7577April 12, 2020
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This is the birthplace of Mayan culture. You can explore the mysterious adventure charm of cave diving. It attracts diving enthusiasts from all over the world every year. The water under the cave is blue and there are many mysterious melt cave rock landscapes below.
Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park
Kaylee_TravelerMay 16, 2022
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A place with many and varied activities! You can have fun there.
Xplor Park
Jamylle JunqueiraJanuary 7, 2022
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the water is amazing !! Mexico is a place very friendly and cheap !! is a good place to travel and have a lot fun !!
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