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Scuba
Diving
Santa Rosa Reef, San Francisco Reef, Chankanaab Reef and
spectacular Palancar Reef are sites of dive locations that make divers
hearts quicken. Add warm waters and another 26 reefs of wonderful
variety, and you have the number one reason Cozumel is on the map. Dive
operators are numerous and safety standards are strict. Contact the
Cozumel Association of Dive Operators (Ph: 987/23058) or SSS
Recompression Chamber (Ph: 987/22387) for a list of properly certified
shops.
Sailing
Between
the months of April and June, swordfish, sailfish and marlin migrate in
the waters off Cozumel. In total more than 220 species of fish create
one of the world's most popular areas for bottom and deep-sea fishing.
Almost every hotel that manages to have a dock also offers fishing boats
for their guests. For groups up to six interested in game fishing, Club
Nautico de Cozumel (Ph: 987/20118) is considered the best. Several
choices exist for smaller groups including, Aquarius Fishing and Tours
(Ph: 987/21092), Cozumel's Angler's Fleet (Ph: 800 253-2701
and Yucab Reef Diving & Fishing (Ph: 987/24110).
Snorkeling
Chankanaab Bay, the waters off of Hotel Presidente and the Fiesta
Mexicona Hotel as well Playas Corona and San Francisco are teeming with
fish extravaganzas. For equipment as well as planned excursions try
Fiesta Cozumel (Ph: 987/20725 / 20433), Turismo Aviomar (Ph: 987/20477)
and Snorkozumel (Ph: 987/24166).
Watersports
For
rental jetskiis, waterskiis and small boats try Del Mar Aquatics
(Ph: 987/21665) or Agua Safari (Ph: 987/20892). For windsurfing
rentals and lessons call 987/20017.
Glass-bottom
Boats
For those who wish to stay dry while enjoying the spectacular underwater
show of reefs and fish, call Turismo Aviomar (Ph: 987/20477) or
Fiesta Cozumel (Ph: 987/20745).
Golf
Cozumel Country Club
Carretera Costera Norte, KM 6.5 Interior Casa Club Cozumel Full 18 hole
golf course located across El Cozumeleno hotel. Guests at member hotels
get discounted rates.
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