Cozumel Vacation Ideas & Tips for the First Time Visitor
Whether you are arriving by plane or you are planning to reach this place by ferry, it is safe to say that there is no place with such rare beauty like this one. A Cozumel Vacation comes with lots of advantages.
The first one that comes through our mind is that this island has a stunning natural beauty, with perfectly white sands and crystal-clear waters.
If you are passionate about snorkeling, here you will find a vast marine life that you can explore whenever you are looking for new adventures.
It would be more than interesting to share some stories about swimming with the sharks, or stay at a terrace and people watch the tanned families enjoying some delicious Mexican food.
Let yourself be entertained by listening to music and watching the Mexican couples dancing salsa right in the central plaza. There are also lots of other things to make your Cozumel Vacation one of a kind, so if you want to know more about this destination, keep reading.
Geographical Facts about Cozumel
Cozumel is an irregularly shaped island, somewhere around 30 mile long and 10 mile wide. Right in the middle of Cozumel, you will find “El Centro”, or the heart of San Miguel. Luckily, you can directly cross the central part right from the ferry docks.
If you come by the evening in the central Cozumel, you will find lots of locals who congregate here. Moreover, you will have lots of fun and relaxation, along with the free concerts, that begin at 8 pm.
If you would like to feel the local atmosphere you should head towards the east and move on to the residential areas of the town. Wherever you go, you will find lots of island restaurants, stores, hotels, dive shops, and relaxation cafeterias where you can have some Mexican treats.
Cozumel Island hosts two hotel zones, right out on the leeward coast to the south and north of San Miguel.
Those who are looking for solitude places should not worry, as there are lots of quiet places to spend their evening or a beach day.
Things to Do & See in Cozumel
Started planning your future Cozumel Vacation? Here are some important facts about the perfect time to go on the island, as well as our favorite activities here:
When to Go to Cozumel
The perfect tourist season to visit Cozumel is during May, June, and July. The temperatures will be perfect. While during the daytime the numbers will low the 80s, during nighttime, temperatures will dip into the 70s.
However, from August to late October is the rainy season. As such, hurricanes can happen sometimes, and the temperatures will soar into the nineties. If you are still courageous and want to take risks, you will find the best deals during this period of time. As such, the island will be more than affordable to visit.
10 Best Activities During Cozumel Vacation
Snorkel and do scuba diving
If you are coming to Cozumel, it’s a pity not to watch the beautiful subaquatic scenery. Right off Cozumel’s southwestern coast, you will see the world’s second-widest coral reef system.
As such, bring your snorkel and enjoy the mesmerizing Mesoamerican Reef System. This show of nature lies about 175 miles, right between the Gulf of Mexico to the Honduras coast.
The exceptional clean waters, along with the splendid marine species make Cozumel an important part of anyone’s bucket list. There are lots of private tours and group trips that you can take. Check out what your hotel or resort’s offers are too.
Lay on the exceptional Cozumel Beaches
Cozumel Island is famous for its wide, beautiful beaches. From white-sand beaches, where you can take the best Instagram pictures, to bright azure water ones, there are all kinds of beaches to relax on.
If you are looking for the best ones, check Playa Palancar or Dzul Ha. If you prefer the more rocky beaches, go on the easter side of the island.
Visit Punta Sur Ecological Park
One of the top things to do while visiting Cozumel is to visit Punta Sur Eco Beach, it’s a true eco-park, located on the south of the island. With an area of 2,500 acres, here you will find some sceneries looking as if they are painted.
Check Playa Mia Grand Beach Park
Those who are looking for fun things to do while going to the beach, they should consider Playa Mia Grand Beach Park. Here you have a family adventure park, with lots of waterslides, pools, kayaks for renting, paddleboards, as well as lots of volleyball courts to have some fun.
Enjoy Cozumel Private Jeep Tour
One of the most memorable activities in Cozumel is the private Jeep Tour, a trip with lunch and snorkeling included. Once taking this tour, you will have a private guide, which will take you on the best beaches where you can go snorkeling and swim away from the crowds.
The Tour of the Island on Catamaran
One of the best ways to enjoy the Cozumel Vacation is by making a full tour of the island. There are so many beautiful places to visit, it’s a pity not to try the experience of sailing about a catamaran.
You can relax on the catamaran, enjoy the drinks and lunch, or snorkeling all day long. The waters around the island are rich in marine life.
Visit Cozumel Pearl Farm
Once visiting the family-owned Cozumel Pearl Farm, you will enjoy a unique experience of visiting an uninhabited area of Cozumel. Here you will find everything about pearl farming techniques.
How do they grow them, how do they process them, and so on. Of course, in the end, you can observe the underwater show of Virgen de Guadalupe Statue.
Enroll in the Pirate Cruise with Lobster Dinner
This is a unique chance to spend 2 hours and a half cruising with dancing and lots of games. For dinner, you will have a delicious lobster meal.
Visit El Mirador
El Mirador is located on the east part of Cozumel. You can reach this place with a private taxi or by renting a car. This place is quiet, away from the crowd, and a natural spot where the sea has ground an arch in the rocks.
Visit San Miguel
San Miguel is the capital of Cozumel, on the west coast. Here you can have a walk along the sea, watch the sunset, or take one of the cruise ships.
Best Public Beach Clubs with Activities
Looking for the best public beaches where you can have some nice experiences? Here are our top picks for you:
Sanchos Beach Club
We totally recommend this all-inclusive beach club. The famous Mr. Sanchos Beach Club offers a full beach day bar, ocean kayaks, lots of snorkeling equipment, hammocks, oceanfront swimming pools, beach tapas, umbrellas, ocean kayaks, and many more.
Mr. Sanchos Beach Club is definitely one of the best maintained and equipped all-inclusive beaches in Cozumel. More than the activities in here, you can enjoy the white sand beaches area, as well as the crystal clear waters.
Paradise Beach
The name itself of this beach says a lot. One of the highest-rated beach clubs, Paradise Beach is a family-friendly place, with white sands and the largest heated pool in Cozumel. This beach club, Paradise offers a full day of activities, with really affordable prices.
Carlos & Charlies Beach Club
This place is excellent for those ones who are looking for both superb beaches and a place to have excellent service and a staff that will teach you to dance all day long.
Here you have free entrance consumption, chair and umbrellas, restrooms, beach beds, free parking, volleyball courts, and freshwater showers.
Favorite Authentic Mexican Restaurants
Do you want to have a nice Mexican Meal? Then check these restaurants:
Parrilla Mission
This restaurant is perfect for those who want to eat some authentic Mexican food, at affordable prices. You can also drink authentically, at really affordable prices.
La Choza
Don’t overthink, just go to this large restaurant, with a really cozy atmosphere and the best menu. La Choza is a favorite place to go for both locals and tourists. Don’t forget to try the creamy lime sauce, made from a secretly kept family recipe.
The food here is delicious, from homemade beans to guacamole and juicy carne asada. If you want a cool drink, try the freshly made limeade or goblet. The flavors are delicious.
Los Tacotales
Coming to a Cozumel Vacation means trying some good, authentic Mexican food. And where else other than at Los Tacotales. As the name suggests, here you can have some delicious steak tacos, along with nice chips and pico. The prices are great, as you might guess.
El Fogón
This is one of the most authentic restaurants to go, with a real Mexican vibe, great prices, many, many types of tacos, and other yummy foods. Don’t be surprised if you will meet some locals here too, as the food follows the greatest local recipes.
Alberto’
Are you looking for the best place to have dinner? Go in the late afternoon to Alberto’s and enjoy a good dinner. The staff is very friendly and will tell you everything you need to know about the meals here, especially the ones based on fresh fish. The best part? You can have dinner while watching the amazing sunset.
Lobster Shack
This is a peaceful place, very unpretentious. The little local is perfect for those ones who want to try the authentic Caribbean lobster cuisine. Don’t miss trying the sweet freshly baked roll, all filled with nice pieces of lobster. We recommend the potato chips as well.
Where to Stay. Hotels & Resorts
Once coming to Cozumel, and looking for the perfect experience, it is important to have a pleasant accommodation too. Consider these gems as comfortable options:
Hotel B
This hotel is right in the middle of the Caribbean greenery and shows a very creative spirit. The design of this hotel is stunning, and the beautiful walks on the beach will offer you the chance to see the most stunning sunsets.
Enjoy the spa facilities, the diving experience, and the small pleasures, such as the great food.
Mary Carmen
If you are looking for the best budget basic hotel, you should look for this cute one. Its position is central, and it serves a tasty breakfast every morning. If you want to explore the center of the island, well, Mary Carmen is just one block off the main square.
Villablanca Garden Beach Hotel
With a central pool, this beach is perfect if you don’t want to walk much to the sea. This hotel has gorgeous gardens you can walk through, a dive shop next door, as well as some chic restaurants. Rooms are not that modern, but they are clean, spacious, and have a special charm.
Suites Colonial
Right across Hotel Mary Carmen, this hotel is just one block from the main square, has really spacious rooms, hot showers, fast wi-fi, and many other amenities. Moreover, one of the best parts is the delicious breakfast, as well as the perfect daily maid service.
Adults-on Secrets Aura Cozumel
If you are going with your partner and want to have a quiet, relaxing accommodation, come to Secrets Aura Cozumel. This place is perfect for honeymooners, couples, and other people who don’t want kids around. On the hotel’s beach, you can relax, dive, snorkeling, or just lay under the sun.
Cozumel Vacation can be a dreamy holiday. Now that you have all the information about this mesmerizing destination, it’s time for packing.
Final thoughts
Cozumel is an ideal destination, so regardless of where you plan to stay or eat, you will have a great time. But if you want your trip to be just perfect, I suggest you plan ahead.
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