Unless Playa del Carmen, the Xcaret Park or archaeological sites like Chichén Itzá or Tulum are on your bucket list all other attractions of Cozumel are pretty easy to be explored on your own by taxi, renting a scooter or a car. It must be noted that none of these are endorsed of affiliated with IQCruising.

The following are worth some basic research: Viator, Shore Trips, Shore Excursions Group and Shore Excursioneer. Naturally, considering the popularity of Cozumel as a Cruise Port, there many offering all sorts of excursions in the island. In recent years, many independent Shore Excursion Services have become available online. Most probably, in the large covered area just before exiting the terminal where you will also find taxis and the cruise Shorex buses.

Always make sure, when booked with Independent Local Operators, to clearly establish the meeting point.

Although IQCruising doesn't not in any way endorse any business and is not affiliated with any, both Cozumel Cruise Excursions and Tours By Locals have received excellent reviews. There are too many local tour operators in Cozumel to mention all on this review. If you are booked on a shore excursion, there will be cruise line staff guiding excursionists to the tour buses that will be parked close to the exit of the terminal. When planning to explore any of these sites it is advisable to book a shore excursion either with your cruise line, with local guides or with the many online services that offer shore excursions in Cozumel. The exceptions are the archaeological site of Tulum, the Xcaret Park and Playa del Carmen, which are all located on the mainland. With very few exceptions, Cozumel top highlights are all relatively close by Puerta Maya and are easy to explore on your own. Shore Excursions (Shorex) Local Tour Operators The pharmacies of Cozumel are famous but in case of an emergency the island is also known for having a good hospital close to the Puerta Maya. In very, very rare situations you may eventually get the change in pesos. Although the official currency and legal tender is the Mexican Peso (MXN), the US dollar is widely accepted absolutely everywhere. All these ATMs dispense US$ dollars and are pretty much safe to use. There are a few ATMs around the open air terminal. Money Matters - Currency, ATM and Exchange Offices This is also the best place to pick up a map. Tourist Information Kiosk-OfficeĬruisers that which to find more about Cozumel, that want to double check information or that would like to book a last minute shore excursion, will find a Tourist Information Kiosk centrally located at the terminal. Within walking distance, there are also a couple of places that may be of interest, namely a couple of resorts offering day passes, two shopping centers and recently developed plaza with grills, coffee shops and souvenir shops. Puerta Maya Terminal, Tourism Office - Cozumelīesides shops, bars, grills, and restaurants, you will find all basic amenities and services in Puerta Maya: Wi-Fi and Phones, Restrooms, ATMs, Tourist Information, Car and Scooter Rental, Taxis. Read More About Where and What Cruise Lines Dock in Cozumel. As much as this is a rule of thumb, in very rare situations Carnival ships may dock at any of the two other ports. However, Holland America and Seabourn (also owned by Carnival Corporation) normally dock at Punta Langosta. If you cruise on lines like Carnival, Princess or Cunard this is, most probably, where your ship will dock.

The Puerta Maya Terminal is where most cruise lines owned by Carnival Corporation usually dock. Even if you are not planning to discover any of the top highlights of the island, do not stay onboard and do go out to explore Puerta Maya Cruise Terminal. Or just enjoy a drink in the shade on the sandy relaxing area of the terminal. Many cruise travelers enjoy walking around to explore its shops, bars, grills, and restaurants, before or after a shore excursion. Puerta Maya is a wonderful open-air terminal. Relaxing Area at the Terminal ideal to enjoy before or after exploring Cozumel

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