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Visiting Punta Sur Eco Beach Park
The reserve at the island's southern tip has the Celarain lighthouse, which you can climb for views, a small navigation museum, observation towers over the Colombia lagoon where crocodiles and wading birds live, and quiet beaches.
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Quick answer
Punta Sur Eco Beach Park is a nature spot in Punta Sur, Cozumel. Allow half a day; it is mid-priced. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Nature
- Area
- Punta Sur
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- nature, views, kids and outdoors
- Best months
- February–April
About Punta Sur Eco Beach Park
The reserve at the island's southern tip has the Celarain lighthouse, which you can climb for views, a small navigation museum, observation towers over the Colombia lagoon where crocodiles and wading birds live, and quiet beaches. The tiny Maya shrine of El Caracol is said to whistle in strong winds.
Tip: Allow a full afternoon and bring cash, insect repellent and reef-safe sunscreen; facilities inside the park are limited.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: Half a day.
- Cost: Mid-priced.
- Book ahead: not usually needed; buy on arrival.
- Where: Punta Sur.
Best time to visit Punta Sur Eco Beach Park
Punta Sur Eco Beach Park is outdoors, so weather matters most. The driest, most comfortable months are:
- March: 29°C (84°F) highs, about 4 rainy days, very busy crowds.
- April: 31°C (88°F) highs, about 3 rainy days, busy crowds.
- February: 28°C (82°F) highs, about 5 rainy days, very busy crowds.
For the view at golden hour: in mid-March the sun sets at about 18:58 local time (calculated for Cozumel).
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Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Cozumel itinerary visits Punta Sur Eco Beach Park on day 2, together with Chankanaab park, Dzul-Ha and Plaza del Sol.
- No. 5 of the 14 sights in our Cozumel things-to-do list.
- Day 2 of the 2-day plan.
- Day 2 of the 5-day plan.
- One of the picks in outdoors in Cozumel.
- A family favourite in Cozumel with kids.
If you like Punta Sur Eco Beach Park
- Palancar Reef — Southwest coast, Half a day
- El Cielo — Southwest coast, Half a day by boat
- Santa Rosa and Columbia walls — Southwest coast, Half a day
- Chankanaab park — South Hotel Zone, Half a day
Staying near Punta Sur Eco Beach Park
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Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Punta Sur Eco Beach Park?
Plan half a day.
+Is Punta Sur Eco Beach Park free?
No, it is mid-priced. Tickets are usually available on the day.
+When is the best time to visit Punta Sur Eco Beach Park?
February–April for the most comfortable weather. Allow a full afternoon and bring cash, insect repellent and reef-safe sunscreen; facilities inside the park are limited.
+Do I need to book Punta Sur Eco Beach Park in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.
+Is Punta Sur Eco Beach Park good for kids?
Yes, it is one of our family picks in Cozumel. Cozumel is relaxed and family-friendly, with calm west-coast water, shore snorkelling and parks such as Chankanaab and Punta Sur.