lifestyle, travel This is Cozumel

Usually $90 per adult!

Feel the cool Caribbean breeze in your hair as you drive your very own dune buggy.

You'll drive right round Cozumel, stopping to snorkel a shallow reef, enjoy amazing ocean views, see a small Mayan ruin, look for crocodiles, climb an historic lighthouse and learn about tequila.

 
Cozumel Dune Buggy
Cozumel Dune Buggy.

Your first stop is at a small oceanfront bar south of downtown, where you enjoy the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean for a beginner's snorkel experience. Certified guides will provide safety tips and instruction before leading you out to see the colorful tropical fish and delightful array of sea life Cozumel has to offer.

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Snorkeling

You will have leisure time to relax and enjoy a deliciously tasty Mexican-style lunch including fajitas, rice, beans and tortilla chips at the ocean side restaurant.

Punta Sur

Next you board your Cozumel dune buggy and head off along stunning coastal road in a convoy led by a guide to the beautiful Punta Sur Nature Park, an ecological reserve on the island's southernmost tip.

Upon arrival you will visit El Caracol, a small Mayan ruin which in the past, remarkably, was used as a weather warning system.

Crocodiles

Afterwards, look for crocodiles from an observation tower and discover Colombia Lagoon which feeds and provides balance to the coral reef formations. Before leaving Punta Sur you also get to visit the 20th century lighthouse, which is still operational, with its maritime museum and fantastic views from the top.

East Coast

Next on the Cozumel Dune Buggy Tour you continue your drive all the way around the island along the famous east coast, known locally as "The Other Side". Enjoy breathtaking views as you look out across white sand beaches, rock formations and the wide open Caribbean Sea.

Tequila

The last stop on the way back is at the tequila tour where you'll learn how Mexicans turn a spiky plant into their national drink and get to try some amazing drinks (for the Dune Buggy drivers they're without alcohol!)

Buggies

Finally, tired and happy you'll finish back at your cruise terminal, hotel or other convenient drop-off point.

Different types of buggies are available, for up to 4 or 5 people. They are all converted classic VW Beetles and are therefore not new vehicles. Each has its own quirks and all are manual transmission. If you prefer newer vehicles or automatic transmission the tour is also available in Jeeps.

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Price:

$79 per adult (13 yrs or over)

$64 per child (4-12 yrs)

Note: if there are only 2 in your group and nobody is available to share, or you prefer not to share, then an upgrade fee of $27.50 will apply so you can have a vehicle just for the two of you. i.e. total price of $185.50 per Dune Buggy for 2 adults.

Includes:

  • Guided Dune Buggy tour.
  • Snorkel, swim, and ocean views.
  • Marine Park fees.
  • Mexican-style lunch (food, but drinks not included).
  • Punta Sur Park.
  • Tequila tour.

Location:

Cruise ship passengers will be picked up outside their cruise terminal. Hotel guests and other visitors can be picked up at their hotel or go to a convenient meeting point. Details will be confirmed at time of reservation or contact us now for more information.

Duration:

Approx. 5 hours.

Dates/Times:

Departures at 9.30am (morning tour) or 1.15pm (afternoon tour), Mon-Sat. Other times may be available upon request.

Notes:

  • This tour is not suitable for pregnant women or people with back injuries, asthma or epilepsy.
  • Different types of buggies are available, for up to 4 or 5 people. The buggies are stickshift but the tour is also available in Jeeps with automatic transmission.
  • Drivers must present a valid licence, be at least 21 years old and may not consume alcohol.
  • Minimum age to participate in this tour is 4 years. Minimum age to snorkel is 7 years.

Bring:

Valid drivers license (drivers), comfortable clothes, light shirt with long sleeves to protect from the sun, towel, cap or hat, sandals or tennis shoes, sun block and biodegradable repellent, sun glasses, swimsuit and camera.

E-Ticket and Booking Confirmation Voucher:

For every confirmed booking you will be required to print a voucher which is presented at the destination. You will receive your voucher via email once your booking is confirmed.

Local Operator Information:

Complete operator information, including directions and local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your voucher.

There are inherent risks involved with Dune Buggy vehicles and guests must be aware of them before deciding to participate in this activity. The tour contract is with the operator, not This is Cozumel. All safety requirements and considerations are the responsibility of the operator.

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