Overview
Cozumel lies off the Yucatán Peninsula, across from Playa del Carmen. Its reefs, part of the Mesoamerican Reef system and largely protected within a national marine park, are known for clear water and drift dives.
San Miguel, the island's town, is a busy cruise port; the wild east coast is mostly undeveloped.
Best time to visit
December to April is the drier season. June to November is hotter and wetter, with hurricanes possible.
Highlights
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Reef diving and snorkelling
Drift dives and snorkel trips along the protected reefs.
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San Gervasio
Maya ruins in the island's interior.
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Punta Sur
A park with a lighthouse, beaches and a lagoon.
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East coast
Wild beaches and rocky shore; swimming is often unsafe.
Getting there
Cozumel International Airport has flights from the US and Mexico. Passenger ferries from Playa del Carmen take about 45 minutes.
Practical tips
- Opening & tickets
- Opening times, ticket rules and transport timetables change, so check official information before you go.
- Time needed
- Three to five days.
Official information: Visit Mexico: Cozumel. Check opening hours, prices and entry rules there before you go.
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