Whether you want to dive in the clear water next to corals, explore the history of Maya ruins, or relax on the white sandy beaches, Cozumel is one of the best attractions to visit.
Cozumel, known as the Island of Swallows, is 20 km off the northeast coast of the Yucatán Peninsula near the popular resorts of the Mayan Riviera. With its dense green vegetation, beautiful diving spots, crystal clear blue-green sea, and beaches with corals all over, it is one of Mexico’s hottest vacation spots.
Here are the top five attractions in Cozumel with luxury resorts and plenty of things to see and do.
Arrecife Palancar
It is one of the best diving and snorkeling destinations. If you are a diving enthusiast and want to see exotic species of angelfish, nurse sharks, sunfish, and sea turtles, this is for you. Its best diving spots are Palancar Reef that is 80 meters at the southwest end of the Island. Other popular diving spots in Cozumel are San Francisco, Paraíso, Columbia, Maracaibo reefs, and the Santa Rosa Wall.
Punta Sur Eco Beach Park and Frao Celarine Eco park
Punta Sur Eco Park, located at the southern tip of the Island, showcases its vast flora and fauna. This worth exploring place offers plenty of swimming and beach fun. It is an excellent place for kayaking, snorkeling, and diving. It is a fun place for everyone because of its beaches, reefs, lagoons, and walking trails.
Explore the nature reserves at Faro Celarain Eco Park. Have some snorkeling, visit flora and fauna, a historic lighthouse, museums, mangroves and reefs, and the cost. Its main highlights are an old lighthouse, the Celarain and main temple, Caracol
San Gervasio Ruins
San Gervasio Ruins are probably on the list of everyone who goes to Cozumel. It is the site with the mystical history of Mayan ruins and sanctuary of Ixchel. More than 24 Mayan ruins are found so far, and some of them are at beautiful locations like dense jingles and above pristine beaches. Have a custom Cozumel jeep tour for the perfect adventure.
Cozumel Island Museum
The Museums of the Island of Cozumel depicts the natural environment and local culture of this Island. This museum has two floors filled with the history of pre-Colombian and colonial periods and wildlife immigration patterns. This excellent museum in the heart of San Miguel is the place for a fun break from the beach. They offer a luxury breakfast on the top floor, surrounded by the views of the Caribbean Sea.
Cozumel’s Beaches
What makes the Cozumel as one of the most visited destinations in the world is its splendid beaches. These beaches depict its beauty with its white sand and breathtaking coral reefs. The most popular and attractive beaches of this Island are Playa San Juan, Playa Santa Pilar, Playa San Francisco, Playa Santa Rosa, and Playa Palancar to the southwest. On the east side are Playa Encantada, Playa Hanan, Punta Morena, Playa Chen Río, and Playa Chiqueros. Do not miss the Playa Mia Grand Beach Park, where you can enjoy snorkeling with vibrant coral reefs at El Cielo.
These were top 5 attraction and destinations that overwhelms the heart of their visitors.
