Beaches

Cozumel Beaches

Mexico travel on Cozumel means classic Caribbean white sandy beaches, as well as, some beautiful golden sand beaches with warm, turquoise-blue waters. Outside the hotel zone, you can find lots of fun water activities also. Here are a few beaches to visit if you take your Mexico vacation on Cozumel:

• Playa San Francisco – About 9 miles (14 km) from San Miguel you can choose to  join a glass-bottom boat tour of the coral banks, or simply relax and enjoy the gentle waves and soft white sand.
• Playa de San Juan – Located in the northern hotel zone, go horseback riding on the white sands, play tennis or play in the warm, calm waters.
• Playa Encantada –  The lighthouse offers a breathtaking view of Playa Encantada, and about 2 1/2 miles away (4 km) you'll find the El Caracol archaeological zone, believed to be an ancient Mayan observatory. 
• Playa Santa Maria – Palm trees provide shade at this relaxing beach.
• Playa Bonita – Located at Rancho Ixpalbarco near the Colombia Lagoon on the island's east coast, this private beach has limited access and an isolated cove.
• Playa Hernan – Located near the ruins of Parador Turistico de San Gervasio, this beach has two small islands off the coast and El Castillo Real, the island's largest pre-Hispanic construction.
• Isla de la Pasion – The estuaries of this small and peaceful island with its beautiful beaches and abundance of birds is perfect for wildlife viewing.  Taking a small boat to Isla de la Pasion is a great way for viewing the turtles and crocodiles in their natural habitat.