Saturday, August 30, 2014

Great Value Cozumel Scuba Diving Packages

By Mattie MacDonald


Cozumel has some of the best dive sites in the world. They are unique and teeming with marine life. There are lots of great value Cozumel scuba diving packages to be found so that experiencing top quality Caribbean diving does not have to break the bank. The island has a range of accommodation to suit all budgets.

Mexico is well known to divers and Cozumel is a really popular place. It lies just off the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula in some beautiful, pristine waters. It has an international airport and there is also a regular ferry service from the mainland. The weather does not vary much all year round but the cooler months are from December to February when the average temperature is in the early seventies.

Scuba is the main reason that people travel to Cozumel. It is a one off site. The topography of the area is what makes it unique and attracts tourists from everywhere. It has been created over millions of years as glaciers, rivers and the wind sculpted the limestone plateau on which the island rests.

The dive sites include some of the largest caverns in the world. Obviously divers wanting to visit these places must have the correct qualifications. There are courses available on site but it is a good idea to check how many hours of diving necessary to take the appropriate certification. Drift diving is the order of the day as currents swirl around the island. They are generally quite gentle providing a relaxing experience floating by walls and over reefs.

There are lots of other activities available to pass the time. Hiring cars or motorbikes is a great way to see the Mayan ruins, visit the uninhabited beaches of the east coast and see the national parks. There is a unique submarine where tourists can visit the caverns and reefs without getting wet. Fishing is also a popular activity with plenty of deep sea fishing excursions available. Near to the cruise ship docks there are lots of shops selling high end imported goods such as Cuban cigars. Foodies will also enjoy the variety of restaurants from shacks selling the freshest seafood to modern Mexican cuisine.

Experienced divers will find all kinds of experiences around the island. The caverns provide a test fro even the most technical diver. There are also deep reefs, shipwrecks, plane wrecks, drop-offs and tunnels. Make sure to check with your tour operator before you leave that you have the correct certifications for the sites you want to see.

Getting to Cozumel is easy as it has an international airport. The mainland is not far away so there are also regular ferries and it is even possible to take a trip to Cancun and surrounding area from the island. The climate is rather constant throughout the year. Precipitation is high and so are the average temperatures. December to April is the high season.

Cozumel is a paradise fro divers and those who love the sea. The island is geared to scuba with unique dive sites and lots of courses to keep you busy. To save money look for a decent package with scuba diving included.




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