Chankanaab Park Cozumel: The Complete Visitor Guide
What is Inside Chankanaab Park
Chankanaab combines five distinct experiences in one ticket: snorkel reef with underwater statues you can swim to from the beach, a dolphin habitat with daily presentations, Sea Trek and SNUBA underwater walks, a 30 minute botanical garden trail with Mayan ruins replicas, and a beach club with loungers, freshwater pool and food service. The park is family friendly with shallow water, ramps and shaded palapas.
Tickets, Add-ons and Day Passes
Park admission is 32 USD basic, 52 to 59 USD with snorkel gear and lunch and 79 to 110 USD all inclusive with food and open bar. Add-ons booked separately: dolphin encounter 99 USD, dolphin swim 159 USD, royal swim 199 USD, Sea Trek 85 USD, SNUBA 65 USD. Combine an all-inclusive day pass with one paid add-on for the best value full day at the park.
How to Get to Chankanaab
Chankanaab is 5 km from Punta Langosta cruise pier and 6 km from the International Pier. Taxi runs 15 to 20 USD one way. Rental scooters and cars are common, parking is free at the gate. Most pre-booked tours include round-trip transport. Public bus does not serve the park, you need a taxi, rental or tour shuttle.
Best Time to Visit Chankanaab
Arrive at 9am opening or after 1pm to avoid the cruise rush (9 to 11am sees 60 percent of daily visitors). Weekdays are quieter. May to October has warmer water (28 C). November to April has fewer crowds and slightly cooler air. Hurricane risk peaks September to October but the park reopens fast after storms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chankanaab worth it on a cruise day?
Yes if you book a pre-paid pass with snorkel and skip the gate line. The park is the most complete one stop activity on Cozumel for cruise visitors with limited time, combining snorkel, dolphins, Sea Trek and beach in one place 5 km from the pier.
Can I bring my own snorkel gear to Chankanaab?
Yes, all personal snorkel gear is allowed. The park provides locker rentals (5 USD) for storage. Reef safe biodegradable sunscreen is required, chemical sunscreens are confiscated at the entrance.
Are there food options inside Chankanaab?
Yes. Three restaurants and several snack bars operate inside the park: a beach grill, a Mexican buffet and a swim-up bar. All-inclusive day passes cover unlimited food and drinks. A la carte meals run 12 to 25 USD, drinks 4 to 12 USD.