Chankanaab Park with Kids: The Family Guide
Quick answerChankanaab is the most family friendly park on Cozumel. Kids ages 3 plus enjoy the snorkel reef with floaties and life vests. Ages 6 plus can do the dolphin encounter. Ages 8 plus can do dolphin swim, Sea Trek and SNUBA. The park has shaded play areas, a snack bar with kids menu, freshwater rinse showers and stroller-friendly pathways. Families with kids under 12 typically spend 4 to 6 hours.
Activities by Age
Ages 3 to 5: shallow water play, beach, dolphin presentation viewing, botanical garden walk. Ages 6 to 7: above plus the dolphin encounter (parent must accompany). Ages 8 to 11: above plus snorkel reef independently with life vest, dolphin swim, Sea Trek, SNUBA. Ages 12 plus: full snorkel range, all dolphin tiers including royal swim, Discover Scuba intro available. Strollers welcome, baby change tables available in main bathrooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a kids price for Chankanaab Park?
Children under 5 enter free with a paying adult. Ages 5 to 12 typically receive a 25 to 30 percent discount on park admission and all-inclusive day passes. Dolphin programs charge full price for ages 8 plus and the encounter requires a paying adult companion for kids 6 and 7.