looking for something different to do top side

[rick00001967]

hey all
my wife and i are returning to cozumel this fall for 8 days. we have been there together twice before. i have been lucky enough to visit the island a few other times.

we will be doing some diving of course, and we will be helping the turtles a couple of days as well.

but we are looking for some ideas to do something maybe a little different this time around. my brother will be joining us on this trip and i thought i would ask you all for some ideas on something maybe most people don't know about or something maybe a bit unusual.

fire away if you have anything interesting.
thx
rick

 

[Brules]

Get a hold of Adrian Cozumel on Facebook. Set up a tour of the north island/light house. About as cool and unique and fun as you can get.

 

[MMM]

If it is your thing, there are some semi-spiritual activities that I see mentioned now and again in my yoga group...cocoa ceremonies, sweat lodges, etc. Let me know if that appeals and if I see any mentioned between now and then, I will try and remember to let you know.

 

[RTC'83]

This is not technically top side, but might be worth your time:
Cozumel Coral Reef Restoration Program
My family and I will participate in the program, after we get trained, we will have something we can do every-time we go there.
As stated, we have not done it, but will be there at the end of the month working with German

 

[Christi]

Here are just a few ideas:

Definitely contact Adrian Cozumel if you're adventuresome.
Welcome to Adrian Cozumel, private Cozumel Excursions

Yoga at Hotel B every morning

Rent a car from Rentadora ISIS and tour the east side
Cozumel - Isis Rentadora - Cozumel, Mexico

Lay in a hammock on the beach and get a massage at Punta Moreno

San Gervasio Ruins

Punta Sur Beach park and Lighthouse

Do a scenic flyover Cozumel with Fly Cozumel
Fly Cozumel | Cozumel Excursions, Scenic Flights & Airplane Charters

Try Paddle Boarding with Rene at Ha Haak Paddleboarding
Ha-Haak Paddleboarding Cozumel

Check out the live Salsa Music at Sky Reef on Sunday afternoons

Live Music at Money Bar Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6 - 9pm

Take the ferry across and visit Tulum or Coba (or both)

also on the mainland, Xel-Ha park, XPlor park or Xcaret park (stay for the evening show)

 

[northernone]

Here's a couple more:

Tons of ruins and cenotes are dotting the island. Finding a few and meeting those who know some of their locations could be a fun adventure.

While not a tourist attraction, the local Mayan and Spanish speaking communities also are wonderful to visit.

There's great stories and beautiful cultures to share a moment, human to human.

My friend went home with a repaired pair of sandals from one of local cobblers. I've enjoyed days with the repair shops doing petty projects and appreciated the ingenuity necessity builds.

Cameron

 

[PARADISE HUNTER]

Fishing the flats on the north side of the island. Many people go up there and spin fish, but I know there is at least one guy who guides fly fishing trips.

www.cozumelflyfishing.net

 

[uncfnp]

Authentic “Mexican” cooking class. I have not done it yet but hope to one visit. This is one I had heard of. Maybe others.

Cozumel Chef | Josefina's Mexican Cooking Classes

 

[morecowbells]

Authentic “Mexican” cooking class. I have not done it yet but hope to one visit. This is one I had heard of. Maybe others.

Cozumel Chef | Josefina's Mexican Cooking Classes

I'm glad you mentioned this class. Several years ago my sister and I took one of Josephina's classes. We had a great time at the market, making tortillas and learning some fabulous recipes. I still get many compliments on making guacamole using her recipe.

Mid week we usually take a day off from diving. In the morning it is fun to walk around town and do some shopping (Christmas gifts for family, but I usually keep half of it, resorting to Etsy after I get home for the remainder). During mid-afternoon afternoon, the beach clubs start winding down(less cruisers and children). We will play a version of the Amazing Race with some of the inflatable games i.e. scaling the side of a 'mountain', balance contests and best trampoline dismount. More fun with a group, but a fun way to spend a day.

 

[jlyle]

Visit the museum. Small, but interesting. Just north of the main square.

Chancanaab Park.