 Cozumel, where the past meets the future and where the beauty of the beaches meets the mystery of the Mayan Culture. Cozumel is Mexico's largest inhabited island, located just 12 miles off the Yucatan Peninsula in the Mexican State of Quintana Roo and about a 45-mile ferry ride south of Cancun. Renowned for its dazzling white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, Cozumel is a diver's paradise.
A perfectly romantic setting, Cozumel offers water sports, restaurants, discos and luxurious beaches where one can kick back and relax.
Jacques Cousteau considered the crystal clear waters around Cozumel to provide the best diving experience in the world, as they are loaded with hundreds of species of coral, tropical fish and exotic plant and animal life that can be seen to a depth of 150 feet.
Cozumel has a tempered climate all year round; the average air temperature is 80°F (27°C). On July and august the highs are around the 80's to 90's°F (32°C) and on December to January around Mid 70's°F (24°C). On the winter months cold fronts may create windy, cloudy and cooler weather. Afternoon thunderstorms are common, usually lasting for an hour. Water temperatures range from 77°-82°F (25°-28°C) throughout the year.
Cozumel has lots to offer to everybody regardless of age, with great Hotel facilities and accommodations, ranging from 5 star hotels in the downtown area to hostels. Tourists and locals stroll together in the main plaza while international cruise ships dock in the bay. Come and enjoy a relaxed and safe vacation in the warm climate of the Mexican Caribbean
Hotel infraestructure in Cozumel
you'll find hotels of grand prestige, just as people come in all shapes and sizes so do the hotels on Cozumel. Cozumel has the perfect hotel in an excellent setting for everyone, whether you are looking for a romantic, intimate property on the ocean, an all-inclusive or a luxury property with all the amenities, Cozumel has a hotel to suit every guest. Each hotel counts with a unique personal touch to satisfy the specific requirements of your next meeting or convention having in common the quality of their service.
Transportation in Cozumel
By plane there are many domestic and international flights into Cozumel each day. There are daily flights from several Mexican cities including Merida, Playa del Carmen and Cancun. Continental Airlines flies non-stop daily from Houston and also Newark - Cozumel once a week.
US Airways from Charlotte to Cozumel, Saturdays and Sundays.
Also, every major tour operator offer direct charter flight from Chicago, Detroit, Minneapolis, Toronto and Denver as well as from Dallas to Cozumel.
From Cancun Airport a shuttle bus runs directly to Playa del Carmen and back for catching a passengers ferry with continuous crossings all day (a 30 to 45 minutes trip) and a once-a-day passenger/vehicle ferry from Puerto Morelos. Automobiles In addition to car rentals (Standard-transmission Volkswagens and four-wheel drive vehicles are the norm), there are several alternatives for getting around Cozumel mopeds (for two people) and bicycles available at most locations that rent mopeds. Taxis are abundant on the island. They are not metered and it is advised that fares be negotiated before beginning any journey.
Cozumel ferries Cozumel Shuttle
Two passenger ferries travel between Cozumel's town pier and Playa Del Carmen. There are frequent discounted specials on the slower boats. Service is continuous from 4 a.m. to around 10 p.m., with departures normally leaving on the hour or half-hour. Your best bet is to check with the ticket stands located around the pier for exact times.
The only vehicle ferry servicing Cozumel leaves from the International pier (just south of La Ceiba Hotel) for Puerto Morelos. The trip lasts about two-and-a-half (2-1/2) hours. It leaves twice daily at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Scuba diving in Cozumel
Without a doubt, the best and most well known Cozumel attraction is the Great Mayan Reef Barrier 2nd largest in the world. One trip will not be enough to experience the more than 20 different dive sites such as Palancar, Santa Rosa, Colombia, etc.
For their dazzling variety and beauty, the reefs of Cozumel deserve their reputation as amongst the best in the world. Also contributing to their popularity is their access and availability year - round. The waters remains clear all four seasons and water temperature fluctuates from 25° to 28°C (77° to 82°F).
Most diving in Cozumel requires qualified, professional and competent guides. Almost all hotels offer special packages for divers.
Members of the Cozumel Hotel Association recognize the demand for outstanding service coupled with the convenience of special dive packages for this set. Many of the hotels offer features such as two tank boat dives, dive masters, all equipment, meals, transportation, ocean view accommodations, etc.
There are 17 dive sites on the island: Paraiso Reef North, Cardona, Chankanaab, Beachcomber Cavern, Paraiso Reef South, Tormentos, Colombia, Yocab, El Paso del Cedral, Airplane Flats, Tunich, San Francisco, Santa Rosa, Punta Sur, Colombia Shallows, Palancar and Maracaibo
Cozumel for everybody
Families can choose among an extensive variety of hotel resorts to stay, suitable to all kinds of budgets and preferences. Hotels offer different services specially designed to satisfy family needs which can include extra beds, additional linen, special activities programs, kids club and baby sitting all available to ensure a pleasant vacation.
In addition to Cozumel’s numerous natural attractions, facilities and installations, Cozumel offers tranquility and safety for the whole family.
Regardless of age, Cozumel has many interesting secrets for everyone in the family.
For those ecological lovers, an option is going around to the National Parks; discover the marine life on board the "Atlantis Submarine", surely an unforgettable experience. Families looking for exciting adventures will find different kind of tours and trips available. Snorkeling tours, fishing, swimming with dolphins, catamaran tours, just to name a few.
Rent any size of car according to your family needs at any of the several agencies located on Cozumel, some of them internationally recognized.
Golf
Cozumel has a Country Club where golfers will enjoy great games and beautiful sceneries. The island of Cozumel´s first golf course is also the Riviera Maya’s newest championship test of golf. Designed by the Nicklaus Design Group, this environmental showcase of golf in Mexico has been carefully sculpted from the Mayan Jungle. The golf course is a masterpiece that makes its way through the jungle and around the native mangroves to offer a challenging experience to the serious golfer while allowing an enjoyable round for the not so serious.
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Information about Cozumel, Mexico