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City break in Cozumel Island. Active leisure ideas for Cozumel Island - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Cozumel During your holidays on Cozumel, spend a few hours visiting Discover Mexico Park. There are miniature copies of all the famous attractions of the country on its territory. The Park itself is quite beautiful due to a large number of various-shaped bushes, perennial and annual flowers. There are regularly held a variety of exhibitions and workshops in summer, some of which are made for tourists and help to learn more about the history and culture of Cozumel. For example, you can learn to dance or listen to lectures about the Mayan religion. You can just have a small picnic on a summer day at this picturesque place.
Cozumel is the recognized diving and water sports center; thousands fans of beach activities flock there. In 1961, Maya Reef has attracted attention of Cousteau team; since then the amazing … Open
Pueblo del Maiz theme Park is a place where you can learn about Indian culture. Here you will not only be dressed in traditional clothes but also decorated with ritual tattoos, fed with food cooked according to century-old recipes and even offered to participate in ancient Indian ritual. Moreover, you will take amazing photos here. Do you want to get an unforgettable experience during your holidays? Then you should visit Ecoparque Cuzam. Buggy racing on rough terrain, paintball, obstacle course, horseback riding – that's just part of the local entertainments.
Those who are fond of water activities will be happy to visit Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park. You can just swim here, enjoy snorkelling, and watch the performance of dolphins and seals. In addition, if you have a desire to communicate with the dolphins, you can swim with these intelligent creatures together in a special pool. Paradise Beach is one of Cozumel’s most popular places, attracting families, locals, and cruise passengers galore. The shoreline is pristine, with soft sand and calm turquoise water, and there’s also a pool, restaurant, and a handful of basic boutiques. There are several places where you can buy food and drink which make the beach is ideal place to spend a lazy day in the sun. You can sunbathe on a deserted beach and swim in the clear water on Isla Pasion beach. There are also several cafes for a quick snack. Playa Mia Grand Beach is much more crowded, but it has its own small water park, so you can go water skiing or jump into the water with special trampolines. These parks are located on several large island beaches. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Choice of hotels on Cozumel is just great, so apartments and resort-style hotels are widespread there. Many visitors of the island are interested, first of all, in beach holidays, so … Open
If you like snorkelling, go to Playa El Cielo, where many amazing starfish live. Playa de San Martin and Playa Chen Rio are perfect for those who are looking for a secluded calm place. Punta Sur Eco Beach Park is nice for those who don’t want to lie on a beach for a long time. There is a small zoo near the beach, where you can see iguanas, crocodiles and raccoons. Playa Punta Chiqueros is ideal for romantic people who want to arrange a date in a secluded beautiful place. In addition, here you can see sea turtles here.
Cozumel at Night, Quintana Roo, Mexico Cozumel is a great place for divers. The island is located close to several coral reefs that are literally filled with life. Lobsters, sharks and tropical fish will amaze divers at Palancar Reef, which is known for its beautiful landscapes. Columbia Reef has stingrays, and El Paso del Cedral Reef is known for a large number of turtles. The last one has several undercurrents. Here you can swim with dolphins. If you have never dived before, you can go to any of the local dive schools to obtain an international diver license.
Cozumel is a paradise for those who love beautiful handmade items. There are many shops with all sorts of handmade things which can become a perfect souvenir for your friends. These products … Open
There are several surfing, windsurfing and yachting schools on the island. If you wish, you can rent a boat and go fishing in the open sea. However, you can fish from the shore. It is best to learn the subtleties of the local quiet hunt from island fishermen, many of whom still earn their living by fishing. Cozumel is rich with entertainments for those who love the sea. Here you can spend hours wandering around Parque Chankanaab national park, exploring the local flora and fauna, or rent a bicycle and go on a journey along the roads of the island. The island has more than a dozen tourist routes of different complexity. If desired, you can go on a jeep tour to the jungle or fly over Cozumel on a plane. There is also a rich nightlife in Sao Miguel and on beach clubs like Buccanos, The Money Bar or Mr Sanchos. Discos are regularly held here during the high season.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Cozumel Island and surroundings

Reference information
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Cozumel Island
♥   National Park 'Arrecifes de Cozumel' , 0.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Natural Park 'Laguna de Chancanaab' , 9.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Arrecife de Puerto Morelos' , 39.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Tulum' , 60.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   City Park 'Kabah' , 71.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all pret-parks
Amusement parks near Cozumel Island
♥   Amusement park 'Dolphin Discovery Cozumel' , 8.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Xcaret Park' , 19.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Xel-Ha Park' , 47.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Amusement park 'Garrafon National Reef Park' , 81.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions around Cozumel Island
♥   Water park 'Xcaret Park' Quintana Roo, 19.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Xel-Ha Park' Quintana Roo, 47.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Water park 'Wet n Wild Cancun' Ventura Park, Riviera Maya, 59 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Sites around Cozumel Island from our surveys on extreme Earth places

Ox Bel Ha

From the series “Largest and Most Branched Caves on Earth”
According to the version of the scientists, the formation of the cave began 18,000 years ago. As a result of climate change on Earth, the level of the ocean has increased. For thousands of years the water has poured out the limestone, which has led to the formation of unique underwater landscapes. Currently the scientists have examined more than 80 cave junctions. It should be noted that the geological formations are unique in different areas of the cave, due to the unique flow combination. … Read further

Alux Restaurant-Bar

From the series “The Most Extraordinary Bars and Café on the Planet”
One more unusual bar you can find in Playa del Carmen, Mexica. It was made in the underground cavern. The name of it is "Alux Restaurant-Bar". Nowadays it is decorated with marvellous art illumination and looks like a fairy underground world. The cave astonishes by a great number of stalactites and stalagmites. Together with the thoroughly made illumination, they look fantastic. The cave is quite large for placing the restaurant and bar here. … Read further
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City break ideas for neighbours of Cozumel Island

Guide to your best city break in Cozumel Island - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Cozumel Island - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Cozumel Island?' disappears immediately.
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