OVERVIEW

Interact with southern stingrays at aptly named Stingray Beach and then come ashore for a relaxing and fun-filled experience on the beach. As you will discover, these relatively flat, diamond-shaped marine animals typically measure 3 to 4 feet across with the females being larger than the males. During your time with these remarkably docile and graceful creatures, feel free to pet, hold and even feed them. Be sure to rub their skin, which feels rough in one direction and silky smooth in the other. Stingrays are used to human contact, so you can expect an immensely fulfilling experience. Afterwards, you can snorkel with stingrays and other marine life in a larger protected enclosure with a coral reef. More good times await on the beach, where you will enjoy a buffet of Mexican dishes and an open bar during the meal. You could also take a refreshing swim and watch an entertaining hermit crab race.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Encounter southern stingrays face to face and see how docile they can be.
• Touch the stingrays and feed them if you wish.
• Snorkel with stingrays and an array of colorful tropical fish in another enclosure.
• Relax on the beach, go for a swim and enjoy the Mexican buffet and open bar.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing with a swimsuit underneath.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes. Bring a towel, hat and sunscreen.

Hop on our classic-like trolley bus for an enjoyable and fun way to visit the highlights of downtown Cozumel and have some spare time for strolling and shopping by the main square.

After meeting your guide at the pier, you will board your trolley and enjoy the sightseeing as well as the entertaining narrative about Cozumel's fascinating history. Visit key points of the city such as the Church of the Cross. It was built in 2018 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the first mass celebrated on the island – and in Mexico.

Stretch the legs and explore the shops by the main square. Find goods from all over; from cheerful crafts to sophisticated brand clothing, jewelry, and perfumes.

Don't miss the opportunity to take some selfies by the colorful Cozumel add or the gigantic Mexican flag before it is time to go back to the ship after a memorable outing.

Start your engines and hold on to your hats! Say hello to life on the open road as you journey around the island in a customized dune buggy convertible! You’ll drive on a paved road along the coastline to the southern tip of Cozumel, passing the breathtaking blues of the Caribbean and the vivid greens of the tropical jungle.

You’ll snorkel Cozumel’s crystal clear waters during this off shore beginner’s experience your whole family can enjoy. PADI certified guides will provide you with snorkeling gear, safety tips and instruction before leading you out to see the colorful tropical fish and marine life. After snorkeling, you’ll continue to Explora Beach for some fun in the sun and a Mexican lunch. After approximately 1 1/2 hours here, you’ll hop back into your buggy and return to your ship.

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See historical landmarks on an enlightening walk through downtown Cozumel and toast the occasion with a sampling of craft beers at the city’s first brewery. You will begin at Benito Juarez Square, an expansive plaza named for the national hero who in 1858 became the first indigenous president of Mexico. A clock tower dedicated to Juarez has risen above the square for more than a century. Just a block away, you will find San Miguel Church, a modest but iconic building that has long provided a spiritual anchor. After a bit of free time to shop for artisanal handicrafts, you will settle in at the microbrewery Cerveceria Punta Sur. A behind-the-scenes tour will reveal the more interesting aspects of the brewing process that produces signature beers that include an IPA, blonde ale and stout. To complement the tasting, you will be served a snack platter with Guacamole, boneless chicken wings and potato wedges.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Walk through a pedestrian-only section of downtown that is known for its landmarks.
• See an iconic clock tower above the main square and Cozumel’s oldest Catholic church.
• Shop for handicrafts such as pottery, woven bags and casual clothing.
• Tour Cozumel’s first brewery and sample some of its signature beers.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Enjoy an insider’s view of local chocolate and tequila production as a prelude to exploring the wonders underwater in a semi-submersible. At the Mayan Cacao Company, you will see how chocolate is made from cacao, a process that dates back to the ancient Mayas, who drank chocolate for ceremonial and medicinal purposes as far back as 500 BC. After sampling some creamy chocolate, you will proceed to a tequila tasting seminar for a tasting that will present the historical and cultural importance of tequila on the Yucatan peninsula. An entirely different perspective of Cozumel awaits you just offshore on Paradise Reef, where you will explore the underwater world in a semi-submersible. Although the vessel’s viewing windows are only a few feet below the water’s surface, the sights will be extraordinary. You can expect to see a riot of brilliantly colored fish and perhaps hawksbill turtles and green moray eels.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Watch a demonstration of how chocolate is made from cacao and sample several pieces.
• Tour a distillery that produces tequila and taste this characteristic Yucatan spirit.
• Behold the brightly colored marine life just offshore in a semi-submersible vessel.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Set sail aboard a luxurious, custom-built 65 foot catamaran that includes a shaded lounge area, large sundeck, fresh water showers and spacious bathrooms. Then, put on your snorkel gear and enter the colorful world of marine life and the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean. You’ll discover stunning coral formations and tropical fish. After snorkeling, it’s all you can drink, while your catamaran takes you to a private beach where you can enjoy Fury's Aqua Park which includes kayaks, paddle surf boards, a water trampoline, water mats, Jungle Joe, Rock it and Platinum Aqua Glide Slide. Or if you prefer, just relax on a beach chair or swing in a hammock under a coconut tree.

Come aboard for a Caribbean sightseeing and snorkel adventure and enjoy a leisurely day at sea. From your ship’s pier, you’ll cruise out into the turquoise waters en route to three distinct reef locations where you’ll have three varied shipside snorkel adventures. Gear up and follow your PADI certified guide through the crystal-clear waters and over colorful coral reef formations as you discover exotic fish and marine life and experience the mysterious underwater world. You’ll be provided with a ship’s captain & crew, tour guide, snorkel gear and water after snorkeling. So, sit back, relax and enjoy getting to know this Caribbean island paradise.

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Spend hours exploring Punta Sur Eco Park, an ecological reserve where you can observe marine life, snorkel along a coral reef and relax on the sugar-white beach. Your adventure will begin with a thrill by climbing an observation tower to watch saltwater crocodiles in the lagoon below. The world’s largest living reptiles, these ominous-looking crocodilians can live to be 70 years old. A wonderful panoramic view of the reserve’s natural wonders awaits you atop the Celarain Lighthouse, whose interior holds a fascinating marine navigation museum. The ruins of El Caracol, a lighthouse that the Mayas may have built 700 years ago, lie nearby. You will be free to spend the remaining time at the beach doing whatever you please, even if it is nothing more ambitious than basking in the sun. As an option, you will have the opportunity to snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Cozumel Reefs National Park.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Watch saltwater crocodiles swimming about a natural lagoon at the Punta Sur Eco Park.
• Enjoy a spectacular view of the island’s southern shore from atop the Celarain Lighthouse.
• Relax on a beautiful stretch of beach that rims Cozumel’s southern shore.
• Observe the abundant marine life while snorkeling at Cozumel Reefs National Park.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Interact in the water with sea lions and manatees, two of the friendliest marine creatures that inhabit the enclosed pools within Chankanaab National Park. Following an introduction on how to maximize the experience, you will watch the sea lions perform entertaining antics on stage. You will then ease into a nearby swimming pool, where the sea lions will show off with acrobatic leaps and zip through the water at remarkable speeds. If one of these sociable animals approaches, the trainer will show you the best way to interact with it while describing typical sea lion behavior. Similarly, you will have the opportunity to get close to a manatee and learn about its characteristics while in the water with one of these docile mammals. You may even get the chance to feed one of these large, slow-moving herbivores. Following your encounters, you will be served lunch and have free time to enjoy the park’s other amenities.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Interact one-on-one with sea lions and manatees in a national park.
• Learn fascinating facts about the animals’ behavior, diets and anatomy.
• Enjoy a sumptuous lunch and amenities that include a relaxing beach.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Interact with the world’s most fascinating creatures in a tropical atmosphere for a 40-minute dolphin experience, enjoy unlimited food and drinks, snorkel with tropical fish in the natural aquarium and venture onto the ocean for kayaking and paddle boarding. You’ll meet your guide outside your cruise ship for an approximate 5-minute taxi ride along the coast to the facility. Upon arrival, you’ll attend a 10-minute interactive orientation session so you can learn more about the dolphins’ history, physiology and anatomy. Next, step onto a waist-deep platform in a sparkling lagoon to experience a world of dolphin excitement! Greet your new dolphin friend with a “fin shake”, a hug and a kiss. Time in the water with the dolphins is 40 minutes. Relax after your dolphin interaction and take full advantage of everything the facility has to offer. Stop by the palapa restaurant for lunch with the family and cool off with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Kids and adults alike will love Serenity Cove, a safe inlet with snorkel equipment where you can swim through an underwater aquarium filled with tropical fish! Head out to the ocean for fun-filled activities like kayaking and paddle boarding. The Dolphin Encounter program includes all food, beverages, snorkeling, kayaking and paddle boarding. Photos, souvenirs, towels, and lockers are at an additional charge. After your tour you can easily walk into downtown Cozumel for some great shopping before heading back to the dolphin entrance where your transportation will take you back to the ship.

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Watch an authentic Lucha Libre wrestling show and toast the spectacularly flamboyant performances with margaritas and a traditional Mexican lunch. As an introduction to this wildly popular style of professional wrestling, you will watch a short video that describes its origins in Mexico and how it has developed over the past century. Lucha Libre means “free fight,” although there are some rules to keep the fast-moving nonstop action from getting out of hand. Most luchadores wear colorful masks – even in public when not wrestling – that conjure up images of ancient Aztec warriors and spiritual figures. A wrestler that removes an opponent’s mask in the ring is instantly disqualified. You can expect to see the luchadores execute high-flying aerial maneuvers, moves similar to those in mixed martial arts and all sorts of acrobatic variations. You will have plenty to discuss over lunch, after which you will be free to browse the wrestling venue.

HIGHLIGHTS

• See a wild, gravity-defying performance by masked Lucha Libre wrestlers.
• Watch a video that explains the basics of this popular wrestling style that begin in Mexico.
• Enjoy a traditional Mexican lunch and margaritas at the wrestling venue.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Explore the Mayan ruins at San Gervasio and toast the adventure with an enlightening tequila tasting. Although the ruins are comparatively small, they are significant as the site was once a pilgrimage destination. Worshippers came from all over the Yucatan peninsula to honor Ixchel, the Maya goddess of the moon, love and fertility. Excavations that began in the 1800s have unearthed several archaeologically important structures, including a square vaulted tomb, a large sanctuary known as the Upper House and a temple with red handprints on some of the interior walls. Centuries-old white stone roads and paths connect many of the buildings. The guide will describe the Mayan culture that thrived at San Gervasio until about 1600, when smallpox from the Spanish conquistadors devastated the population. To complement the experience, you will have the opportunity to sample three varieties of premium tequila infused with tropical flavors.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Walk through the ruins of a Mayan pilgrimage site dedicated to the goddess Ixchel.
• Sample three flavored tequilas made on the Yucatan peninsula.
• Enjoy a panoramic drive that focuses on the natural beauty along the coast.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.