"ISLA COZUMEL" Top 5 Page for this destination Isla Cozumel by Maria_75

Isla Cozumel Travel Guide: 644 reviews and 1,361 photos

Cozumel is an island off the coast of the Mayan riviera. It is the largest island in Mexico, and has been inhabitated since the mayas came more than 2000 years ago. During the Classic period, 300-900.A.D., the island became one of the most important sanctuaries in the Yucatan region. You can still see traces of their old ruins.

The mainattraction on the island is snorkelling. The french diver Jaques Cousteau declared it one of the most beautiful scuba diving areas of the world in 1961. Since this tourists have come to explore the wonders of the world under sea. The second largest barrier reef in the world is right outside the coast, and it offers some spectacular views. Even if you've never tried snorkelling before, you have to put on a mask and head to the water. The amazing sights will blow you away!

Last visit to Isla Cozumel: Nov 2004
Intro Updated Nov 21, 2004
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Reviews (16)

Ruins Things to Do (11)

The ruins at the island are not as big or impressing as some of the others on the Yucatán Peninsula. The best ones are... more travel advice

The ferry to Playa del Carmen - Isla Cozumel

Take the ferry Transportation (2)

If you are somewhere on the Mayan riviera you can take a ferry to Cozumel. The ferry goes from Playa del Carmen almost... more travel advice

The blue Aquapac for taking pictures under water - Isla Cozumel

Take pictures under the water What to Pack (1)

I have this tip on some of my other pages too, but there is nowhere it is more recommended than here! The snorkelling... more travel advice

The ferry from Playa del Carmen - Isla Cozumel

Salespeople attacking like hungry... Tourist Traps (1)

If you take the ferry from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel there will be lots of sellers waiting for you at the dock. They... more travel advice

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Comments (9)

Osuav8r Nov 14, 2009 at 8:21 AM Report Abuse

I just got back from Cozumel and have to say that I was HIGHLY disappointed in Chankanaab beach. They now charge $16 per person just to get into the park. Tourist Tax RIPOFF!
SPW Feb 12, 2005 at 2:51 AM Report Abuse

An amazingly exotic destination for those of us who live in distant parts!
XenoHumph Jan 31, 2005 at 8:04 AM Report Abuse

A wonderful island for a vacation! Excellent page!
chancay Jan 31, 2005 at 7:11 AM Report Abuse

wow, preciosas fotos! Very interesting page with great info!!
kazander Jan 31, 2005 at 5:58 AM Report Abuse

It looks gorgeous there! Love the underwater pix and the scooter shot!
pepples46 Jan 30, 2005 at 3:41 PM Report Abuse

can't snorkel ...I take the scooter that gives me some fun too gettin around this paradise ^..^ brilliant page
XtravelloverX Jan 30, 2005 at 6:50 AM Report Abuse

Chankanaab National Park looks gorgeous! Great pics. Happy travels. :)
Leipzig Jan 30, 2005 at 6:42 AM Report Abuse

I love your underwater photos! Brilliant shots!
jamiesno Nov 23, 2004 at 1:16 PM Report Abuse

Maria great tips here, Cozumel is suppose to be great and it looks that way on the pics. Did you take the underwater pictures??