Cozumel Tours and Excursions Cozumel is an island in the Caribbean Sea near the Yucatan Peninsula in the southeast of Mexico. It was first established as a ritual center and commercial seaport for trade by the indigenous Mayans when they first settled here at 300 A.D. The ruins of the Mayan civilization are still found in some places. The biggest remaining ruins are located approximately at the center of the island at San Gervasio. This island has a surface of 453 km2 and an average height of 5 m above sea level (the highest point 10 m above sea level). This island has a subtropical climate and records maximum rainfall in summer. The temperature remains stable with a little change from month to month. The average temperature is 80 degrees, and it remains a beach day all the time. Cozumel has a large coral reef system in North and South America, the Mesoamerican reef. There are nearly 250 different kinds of tropical fish as well as the queen angelfish and the illusive toadfish, such species are found nowhere else in the world. It has become one of the most popular diving and snorkeling destinations in the world because of its turquoise crystal clear waters. It is a world famous tourist destination, mainly because it offers various kinds of water sports.
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Cozumel Tours and Excursions
Cozumel is an island in the Caribbean Sea near the Yucatan Peninsula in the southeast of
Mexico. It was first established as a ritual center and commercial seaport for trade by the
indigenous Mayans when they first settled here at 300 A.D. The ruins of the Mayan civilization
are still found in some places. The biggest remaining ruins are located approximately at the
center of the island at San Gervasio.
This island has a surface of 453 km2 and an average height of 5 m above sea level (the highest
point 10 m above sea level). This island has a subtropical climate and records maximum rainfall
in summer. The temperature remains stable with a little change from month to month. The
average temperature is 80 degrees, and it remains a beach day all the time.
Cozumel has a large coral reef system in North and South America, the Mesoamerican reef.
There are nearly 250 different kinds of tropical fish as well as the queen angelfish and the
illusive toadfish, such species are found nowhere else in the world. It has become one of the
most popular diving and snorkeling destinations in the world because of its turquoise crystal
clear waters. It is a world famous tourist destination, mainly because it offers various kinds of
water sports.
Its economy is based on tourism and its people are traditionally very hospitable. This is a unique
island with beautiful nature rich with unlimited marine resources and tranquil climate. Its
wonderful underwater life attracts visitors from around the world. Travelers enjoy diving to
explore the amazing sea species; while snorkeling, scuba diving is also very popular.
Cruise passengers or diving fanatics, history and nature lovers or those who are just looking for
a holiday this island appeals to all types of travelers. It is still an important port for ships
because of its geographical position. San - Miguel, Cozumel’s only city, offers a wide selection of
cafes, restaurants, boutiques and various shops. Many shops sell unique souvenirs and
traditional Mayan handicrafts. San Miguel which is the main tourist center still maintains the
feeling of relaxed tranquility. In 1961, Jacques Cousteau declared Cozumel as the most
spectacular dive sites in the world, since then people come to discover the underwater
Caribbean biosphere from everywhere of the world.
Chankanaab and Faro Celerain (Punta Sur) ecological parks offer snorkel and dive sites for all