Best Time to Visit

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Best Time to Visit

March to June represents the best period to visit the island of Cozumel and enjoy its pleasant temperatures. Cozumel is also a hit spot during the winter. Being a snow-free island, it is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The low season runs from July to November. During this time, the island is quieter, and accommodation rates are lower, but keep an eye out for hurricane warnings as they are rather frequent during this time of the year. Every season is characterized by a particular event or festivity. Here are some highlights: - Fiesta of the Virgin of Guadalupe (December) - Carnaval (February-March) - El Cedral Festival (April-May) - Boat Rodeo and Fishing Tournament (May) - Cozumel Independence Day (September) - Ironman Cozumel (November)

Tourist Information

Cozumel International Airport

Cozumel International Airport

The island of Cozumel on the Caribbean coast is served by Cozumel International Airport, which handles both international and domestic flights. Approximately 2.8 km (1.7 miles) from the centre, taxis and shuttle buses are an easy way to move from the airport to the city centre, and vice versa. While hailing a taxi, make …

Tourist Tax

As of April 1 2021, international travellers that are 15 years or older visiting the Mexican state of Quintana Roo, where Cancún, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, and Cozumel are situated, are required to pay a tourist tax known as Visitax. This payment can be made before, during, or after your trip, but it must be …

Ferry from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel

Ferry from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel

The fastest way to reach Cozumel from the mainland is by ferry from downtown Playa del Carmen. Ferries leave nearly every hour, and the ride lasts approximately 45 minutes. The company Ultramar has introduced a luxury ferry that takes you to Cozumel in only 20 minutes. The slightly higher prices reflect the service provided …

Passport/Visa

Visa exemption applies to citizens of all EU countries, most countries in the Americas, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, and more. Both tourists and business visitors from these countries may stay in Mexico for up to 180 days. For Russian, Turkish, and Ukrainian passport holders, electronic authorisation (SAE) is required, which then grants …

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

March to June represents the best period to visit the island of Cozumel and enjoy its pleasant temperatures. Cozumel is also a hit spot during the winter. Being a snow-free island, it is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The low season runs from July to November. During this time, the island is …

Taxi

Taxis are the easiest way for cruise passengers to get from the port to downtown and vice versa. Taxi fares are relatively cheap (particularly if compared to other countries) and depend on the different zones you want to reach. Since 2016, all taxi drivers must produce a list of fares before taking on a …

Public Transport

Public Transport

Travelling around Cozumel by public transportation is not very common among tourists, who prefer to hail a taxi or book a minivan. Uniper Cozumel is a private company that handles public transportation on the island. Download their app to learn about their routes and the location of their units in real …

Correos de Mexico / Cozumel, Q.R.

Correos de Mexico / Cozumel, Q.R.

The post – Correos de Mexico / Cozumel, Q.R. – is located close to the city centre and offers all postal services (e.g. mailing, …

Medical Care in Cozumel

Medical Care in Cozumel

The most reputable hospital in Cozumel is the Cozumel Medical Center (CMC) ready to offer the best service to patients in need of help. Other clinics to be found throughout the area are Amerimed Cozumel Islamed, International Hospital, Cozumel General Hospital. All visits will require a fee to be paid by cash (US dollars …

Electricity

In Mexico, the standard voltage is 127V, and the standard frequency is 60Hz. If you are travelling from the US, all US appliances and devices should work without a power converter. Power plugs and sockets are of type A and B. Plug type A is the plug which has two flat parallel pins - used …

Telephone

+52 is Mexico's country code that allows calls from abroad; 987 is Cozumel's area code; +52 987 is then followed by a 7-digit number (e.g. +52 987 xxx xxxx). Note that when calling via cell phone an extra 1 is required (e.g. +52 1 987 xxx …