Cozumel Itinerary - Tours and Activities

Cozumel is a small island off the coast of Play del Carmen, Mexico. While small, it is the largest island in the Mexican Caribbean. The island is mostly underdeveloped with less than half of it inhabited and in use. Cozumel is rich in history and its famous for its coral reefs which makes it a great place to scuba dive.

The island has it's own airport, but most people take the 45 min ferry from Playa Del Carmen. It is also one of the most popular cruise ports in the world. While you can take a quick day trip out here from Playa Del Carmen or a cruise, I recommend you actually spend a few days here as there is plenty to keep you occupied. So let's take a look at some of the great things to do while there.

Also check out my other itineraries for Cozumel's neighboring cities. Playa del Carmen, Cancun, and Tulum, each within an hour or two of Cozumel.

Disclaimer

Part of the job of a travel agent is to save clients time and money. I looked through hundreds of tours and picked out the best tours to book in various categories that are both the best in quality and price.

Prices listed below are subject to change. Rates are typically discounted for larger groups and children, so use the links provided to see the exact cost for your specific scenario and book what is of interest to you.

Punta Sur Eco Beach Park

Save hours of waiting in line with a skip-the-line ticket to Faro de Punta Celerain (Punta Sur) Ecological Park, a paradise for nature lovers. Part of the Cozumel Reefs National Park, the eco expanse attracts large crowds that can often result in long wait times. Opt to snorkel and scuba dive for an additional cost, or simply spend the day exploring the nature reserves and bone-white beaches.

Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Monday - Saturday 9am - 4pm

Price

$16 per person

Chankanaab Park

Discover the white-sand beaches, magnificent reef, and amusement-park-style attractions of Chankanaab Beach Adventure Park on a tour that includes snorkeling and lunch. The tropical wonderland offers nature walks, crocodile exhibits, and sea lion shows, giving nature lovers and families a chance to get to see wildlife up close. Plus, a sandy beach and playground make the park perfect of children—many other beaches in Cozumel are not kid-friendly.

Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Monday - Saturday 9am - 1pm

Price

$43 per person plus a $5 marina fee paid on arrival

Dolphin Discovery at Chankanaab Park

Come have a vacation of a lifetime at Dolphin Discovery! Choose between:

• Sea Lion Encounter: Get an up-close experience with sea lions, interesting facts about their life and great interactive moments.

• Manetee Swim: Interact, swim and feed two manatees.

• Dolphin Encounter: Perfect for those who can’t swim, you will have an amazing interactive encounter with dolphins.

• Dolphin Swim: Interact, swim and have a ride with one dolphin.

• Royal Dolphin Swim: Interact, swim and have a ride with two dolphins.

Other than interacting with dolphins you get complimentary access to Chankanaab Park and can enjoy all the other amenities the park as to offer. A buffet lunch is also included.

Duration

At your leisure

Availability

Monday – Saturday at 10am, 11am, 1pm and 2pm

Price

• Sea Lion Encounter: $69 per person

• Manatee Encounter: $69 per person

• Dolphin Encounter: $99 per person

• Dolphin Swim: $129 per person

• Royal Dolphin Swim: $159 per person

Scuba Diving at Chankanaab Park

Experience Chankanaab Marine Park's underwater world with this discover scuba diving introductory dive, including one air tank. You will be able to see the marine life firsthand, as well as ancient caves and underwater sculptures. Once your dive is over, enjoy access to the Chankanaab Marine Park and its amenities where you can relax and stay as long as you like.

Duration

2 hours

Availability

Monday - Saturday 9am and 12:30pm

Price

$56.99 per person plus a $5 marina fee paid on arrival

Cozumel Beach Horseback Riding Tour

Saddle up for a 30-minute adventure by horseback at Mr Sancho’s beach. Get paired with a horse matching your skill level and follow a guide into the jungle, past mangrove forests and farms, before you reach the stunning shoreline of Cozumel’s white-sand beaches and sparkling blue waters. This family-friendly outing is suitable for riders of all levels.

Duration

30 mins

Availability

Monday - Saturday 8am - 5pm

Price

$35 per person

Alternative

If you prefer a more more active tour, you can take this Ghost Town and Beach Break Horse Back Riding Tour for $86 per person.

Exclusive Champagne Catamaran Sail & Snorkel

Treat yourself to a fabulous on-the-water experience from Cozumel. This catamaran sailing and snorkeling cruise gives you the chance to explore the marine life of Mexico, admire the scenery, and enjoy on-board service that includes Champagne, fresh fruit, lunch, and unlimited drinks and cocktails. You can snorkel over a protected reef and then relax in the boat's air-conditioned cabin or on the deck. Plus, stop at a beach to play in the water.

Duration

4 hours

Availability

Wednesday at 10:30am

Price

$89.99 per person

Alternative

If you prefer, there is a catamaran tour to a beach club for $75 per person.

Lobster Dinner Cruise

A Jean Lafitte wooden Pirate Ship with a Fun Pirate show. Open Bar, Music, Beautiful Sunset, Dancing. Plus Cozumel City Lights...Great Time Guaranteed! For dinner, choose between: Lobster, Lobster and Steak, Steak, or Chicken. All meals come with a Delicious Cesar Salad and the Main dish is served with baked potato and steamed vegetable!

Duration

3 hours

Availability

Everyday at 5pm

Price

$96 per person

Atlantis Submarine

Dive to depths of 100 feet in a submarine, piloted by a professional and licensed crew. Discover why Cozumel is one of the top dive destinations in the world on board the Atlantis Submarine as you admire the breathtaking underwater scenery.

Duration

2 hours

Availability

Tuesday- Sunday at 11:30am, 12:30pm and 1:30pm

Price

$69 per person

Parasailing

Get the adrenaline rush you are looking for! Spend 15 to 20 minutes in the air and experience parasailing in a safe environment. Hotel pickup included.

Duration

1 hour

Availability

Tuesday- Sunday at 9am, 10am, 11am and 12pm

Price

$74.56 per person

ATV Adventure to Jade Cavern

Don’t let time restraints prevent you from having an adventure. Ride through the jungles of Cozumel on this ATV tour, providing just enough time for you to swim in a cenote and ride through a coral cave, all while learning about Maya culture.

Duration

5 hours

Availability

Monday - Saturday at 10:30am and12:30pm

Price

$72 per person

Alternative

If you prefer, there is a similar tour but with buggies for $85 per person

Cozumel Self-Drive Buggy Tour: Snorkeling & Lunch

Check out Cozumel sights from the seat of a rugged buggy that easily handles the terrain's twists and turns. Head to the El Cedral ruins for a chance to learn about the area's strong Maya heritage, and then zoom to the waterfront to snorkel in Arrecifes de Cozumel National Park and SkyReef. Stop in between to chow down on an included Mexican-style lunch.

Duration

4 - 6 hours

Availability

Monday - Saturday at 10:30am and 4:30pm

Price

$77.55 per person

Private Custom All-Inclusive Jeep Tour

Explore Cozumel on an all-inclusive, half-day private Jeep tour. Design an itinerary that suits your interests, then relax and let your driver-guide chauffeur you to all the area’s highlights. Visit Punta Sur Ecological Park, snorkel among tropical fish and colorful reefs, wind your way through hidden caves, and even take an adventurous turn behind the wheel. Enjoy lunch, drinks, and pickup and drop-off included in the tour price.

Duration

4 - 6 hours

Availability

Everyday at 9am

Price

$74 per person

Trikes Cozumel

Embark on a tour of Cozumel on board a trike (a motorized tricycle) with a guide in the lead. Enjoy the independence and fun of getting to pilot your own trike combined with the curated stops of an organized tour and in-depth commentary from your guide. Choose from a few different tour times throughout the day to fit your schedule, then zoom off to visit landmarks such as a traditional Mayan town, epic coastal views, and tequila and food tastings. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Duration

3.5 hours

Availability

Everyday of the week, time TBD

Price

$95 per person

Pueblo del Maíz

Visit an interactive pre-Hispanic park that combines theater, culture, music, dance and the ingredients of the ancestral heritage of Mayan culture. A different way to enjoy the history of the ancient Maya. Be part of our history, participate in each activity along the route, take the opportunity to travel through time and be part of our activities, workshops and tastings in Pueblo del Maíz. By living the experience, you will enjoy a Mayan representation and celebrate with us playing music with the dancers, be part of our history, part of Pueblo del Maíz.

Duration

3 hours

Availability

Monday - Saturday 9am - 1pm

Price

$16 per person

Mayan Experience, Mexican Show and Lunch

Kun Che Park is a tourist park full of adventures and culture to learn. Live the experience of the Mayan culture with delicious tastings, learn how to cook your authentic and artisan dishes and take a look at the way of life of our culture. Enjoy a walk through the jungle of Cozumel knowing more about the representative sculptures of the most important gods visiting our incredible Mayan sanctuary. Be impressed by the “Pok Ta Pok” Mayan ball game and our prehispanic dances. Finishing in the main palapa to enjoy our traditional buffet with dishes from the Yucatan peninsula while you are watching the folkloric show with regional dances from all over Mexico.

Duration

4 - 5 hours

Availability

Monday - Saturday ay 9:30am and 11am

Price

$82.06 per person

Tulum Mayan Ruins

Immerse yourself in the Mayan culture of the Tulum ruins on this guided tour. Round-trip transportation, including a ferry trip, are included as well as admission; all details are taken care of for you and you just need to enjoy the experience. After the tour of the ruins with a certified federal guide, spend time enjoying the beach and the waves.

Duration

6.5 hours

Availability

Monday - Friday at 8am and 9am

Price

$75 per person

Discover Mexico Park: Tequila, Margarita & Tacos Experience

Become an expert on Mexico’s most famous Tequila export by taking Discover Mexico Park’s Tequila Seminar. After sampling exceptional tequila, and enjoying a taco buffet, explore the only theme park presenting Mexico’s marvels and diversity in one place.

Duration

3 hours

Availability

Monday - Saturday at 9am and 11pm

Price

$70 per person

Alternative

If you prefer, there is a Chocolate, Tequila & Tacos Experience for $85 per person

Chocolate & Margarita Workshop

Craft handmade chocolate and delicious margaritas during this fun workshop in Cozumel. Discover an authentic Mayan recipe from an informative local instructor and make your own chocolate bar and a special margarita featuring a hint of cocoa. Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, learn about Mayan food culture, and shop for a variety of a chocolate products.

Duration

2 hours

Availability

Monday - Saturday at 11am – 2pm

Price

$44 per person

Alternative

The Mayan Cacao Company - $15 per person

Authentic Mayan Cooking Class

Ix-Kool (In Spanish Milpa) represents life through ancient times. This concept will delight you with an explosion of flavors and textures in each of its foods, representing the freshness and innovation of the Mayan culture through the years, without losing sight of its origins and the incredible seasoning of its dishes through time. Prepare a 3-course meal with a starter, main and desert dish.

Duration

3 hours

Availability

Monday - Saturday at 12:30pm, 2:30pm and 4:30pm

Price

$26.99 per person

Cozumel Food Tour

Pleasure your palate with meat-stuffed empanadas, succulent shrimp tacos, and sweet Mexican pastries on a culinary tour of Cozumel. Sample the exotic flavors of the idyllic island, noting the Mexican spice and Caribbean flair of the dishes due to Cozumel’s close proximity to Cuba. Immerse yourself in the culinary customs of the area as a knowledgeable guide takes you to five favorite local haunts to same fine Yucatan bites and beverages. Enjoy personalized attention and round-trip transportation on this intimate small group tour.

Duration

3 hours

Availability

Monday - Saturday at 11am

Price

$56 per person