If you always wanted to be on the CBS series The Amazing Race, the Amazing Cozumel Race is probably the next best thing. You don’t have to give up weeks of your life and possibly risk life and limb to win a million dollars. Well you aren’t going to win a million dollars in Cozumel, but you can have a great team activity doing a treasure hunt in this island destination.
The Perfect Team Activity
The Amazing Cozumel Race won’t use up all our time in port in Cozumel. It takes roughly 4 hours. You can do it in teams of 2-10 people. Over 70,000 people have done it so far so that’s a pretty good vote of confidence. Its part treasure hunt, part mystery. A lot will depend on when you are in port if you can do the race. Most days the races are in the morning, but there are afternoon races some days of the week.
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Whether you do the race, or just explore the island, there’s plenty of things to still do in the time you have left before your cruise departs.
Explore underwater sea life
If you’re a certified diver, or even if you just snorkel, diving is one of your best options for exploring Cozumel’s sea life. In addition to encountering interesting and unique marine species, underwater divers can get an up-close look at coral reefs that are otherwise hard for tourists to access.
Snorkel in crystal-clear waters
Nothing beats seeing your surroundings through a fish-eye lens. Snorkeling in Cozumel is one of those experiences that you’ll have a hard time ever forgetting. The crystal-clear waters make it easy to see fish and corals as well as sunken ships, while deep blue colors are perfectly accented by soft white sand.
Discover ancient Mayan ruins
The ancient Mayan ruins in and around Cozumel are almost reason enough to hop on a plane. Cuevas de San Gervasio, near Playa Carrizalillo and Xcacel-Xcacelito, near Banco Chinchorro, stand as testament to one of America’s earliest civilizations. Hundreds of Maya structures have been found in these areas alone, including ball courts and temples.
Shop at local boutiques
The best shopping in Cozumel is at small boutiques. Bigger stores have higher prices, so it’s a good idea to look around for a local establishment that specializes in what you need. For example, if you’re looking for beach gear and other water-friendly accessories, chances are you can find a bigger selection at a smaller store than somewhere like Wal-Mart.
Catch sunsets on the beach
This island is known for its natural, white-sand beaches. Spend your evening taking in sunsets and listening to waves crash onto shore—or, even better, spend it making sandcastles with your family or a loved one. If you stay in an all-inclusive hotel on Isla Cozumel, you’ll be able to enjoy meals at any of the resort’s restaurants without having to worry about paying for additional food expenses.
