Take advantage of the warm climate and waters that bring millions to Cozumel year-round, by snorkeling and scuba diving. Snorkeling gives visitors the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the unparalleled views of the colorful fish that swim in the waters of Cozumel and swim alongside them as well. But, for those who want to take a deeper dive, scuba diving is a must.
When scuba diving, most tourists head over to the MesoAmerica reef, which is rich with underwater life, including about 250 species of tropical fish, sea turtles and stingrays.
There is also a hybrid of both called Snuba, a combination of scuba diving and snorkeling without the heavy equipment often associated with scuba diving. This has become popular among families and visitors who aren't a fan of diving, but want to swim a little bit deeper and longer than snorkeling allows.
Chankanaab Park, which means "Little Sea" in Mayan, is one of Cozumel's premier attractions. Located within the Cozumel Reefs National Marine Park, Chankanaab features a variety of water exploration activities, such as swimming with dolphins, manatees and sea lions. It is also home to the Chankanaab Lagoon, which contains the only inland coral reef formation in the world.
The Mayans first settled on the island of Cozumel in 300 A.D., according to Cozumel.travel, and they left behind a rich history in the form of archeological sites that can still be seen today. Whether you're a history buff or want to get a better grasp on the history of the island, take a trip to the Castillo Real, San Gervasio and the Museum of the Island of Cozumel.
Castillo Real, or Real Castle, is a 1,200-year-old Mayan ruin that overlooks the Caribbean Sea. Visitors come here to check out what's left of the castle, a lookout tower,and a temple with a couple of chambers. But, it is also a popular with snorkelers because of the nearby water's shipwrecks that provide a quiet place to swim with fish.
The San Gervasio Ruins are the largest archeological site on Cozumel, and is the place where Mayan women used to pay tribute to the Mayan Goddess of love fertility. It contains four historical districts that date from 300 AD to 1500 AD.
