Chankanaab

Located at km 9 on the ocean side road in Cozumel’s Island, is the largest monument to nature in Cozumel. In 1980 it was decreed as a National Park and an area for shelter, refuge and protection for flora and marine fauna on the Eastern Coast of Cozumel Island.

To visit Chankanaab means adventure, fun, tranquility and safety in just one place. While visiting Chankanaab one becomes part of a conservation area, which offers a swimming area, or if you wish, you can plunge into the underwater world and enjoy Christ and Virgin sculptures. You can also enjoy a variety of food at any of the restaurants.

Chankanaab Park engulfs in its lagoon the ancestral mystery which was at one time was occupied by Mayan settlements, or maybe it was refuge for pirates who where looking for supply areas, or where hiding places for cherished treasures. The word Chankanaab comes from the Mayan language; Chan (small) Kanaab (sea or ocean) making reference to the natural formation located in the interior of the Park.

For our visitor’s comfort, at Chankanaab we offer customer service, as well as special sand wheel chairs, bathrooms for the handicapped, as well as showers, lockers and a volleyball beach court area.

Within Chankanaab we have shops to rent snorkel and scuba equipment, hammock’s area for relaxation, children’s playground, or a beach area to enjoy the soft sand and pristine ocean. You are welcomed to participate with us in the adventure through Chankanaab, treasure and patrimony of all the inhabitants of Cozumel. Open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Normal fee 16 usd Children (3-11 years) 8 usd.

Chankanaab Combos