Chankanaab Park Cozumel Day Pass and Snorkeling on the Mesoamerican Reef
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; swimmers should be comfortable in open water and able to tread or float with a vest.
Overview
Spend a focused three hours at Chankanaab Adventure Park—snorkeling the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, lounging on a palm-fringed beach, and discovering underwater sculptures that draw fish and coral. This day pass pairs easy access with guided reef time and a welcome drink.
Chankanaab Park Cozumel Day Pass and Snorkeling on the Mesoamerican Reef
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You step off the boat and the island exhales: warm, salt-laced air, palms clicking in a light trade wind, and the reef’s silhouette like a dark promise beneath the surface. Chankanaab Adventure Park in Cozumel stages that first impression with a small white-sand beach, hammocks strung under palms, and a clear path to the water where guides fit fins and check masks.
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Adventure Tips
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Bring and apply reef-safe sunscreen before you enter the water to protect marine life and avoid reapplying while snorkeling.
Arrive early for calmer water
Morning tours typically offer the best visibility and gentler currents—plan to meet 10 minutes early at MJ’s Dive Shop for check-in.
Wear a rash guard
A lightweight rash guard protects from sun and chafing from a vest or fin straps during the guided snorkel.
Use the free locker
One free locker per booking is included—store valuables and a dry change of clothes before you snorkel.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Green sea turtle
- Parrotfish
History
The coastline here is part of a limestone shelf historically used by the Maya; today Chankanaab protects segments of shoreline adjacent to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef.
Conservation
The park emphasizes reef protection—visitors are asked to use reef-safe products, avoid touching coral, and follow guide instructions to minimize impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and the coral—apply before entering the water.
summer specific
Rash guard or swim shirt
Provides sun protection and prevents chafing from snorkel gear.
summer specific
Waterproof phone case or small camera
Capture underwater colors near the reef and the submerged sculptures.
summer specific
Light towel and flip-flops
Comfortable footwear for rocky walkways and a quick dry-off after snorkeling.
summer specific