PalMar Snorkel Beach Club & Patas y Alas Butterfly Sanctuary
Looking to avoid the mobs of the other big cruiser beaches and really relax on your next island visit? Then we invite you to join us and our staff at PalMar Snorkel Beach Club, located in the Dzul Ha Reef, for a nice, quiet and relaxing day in Cozumel. These days it seems like every beach club in Cozumel is so packed with tourists that visitors are often wanting and searching for a less crowded alternative. If you prefer a less chaotic and more personalized environment when visiting Cozumel, then our quiet and quaint PalMar Snorkel Beach Club will be the perfect spot for you and your group to come spend the day! We really are the "Best Kept Secret in Cozumel" that many taxis claim doesn't even exist!!!.
PalMar Snorkel Beach Club is located just a mile or so south of downtown San Miguel and is enclosed with walls, fences and gates on all sides. PalMar sits in front of a 10,000 square foot private beachside residence and provides a unique feeling of a more home-style experience. Inside our walls you will find a freshwater swimming pool (great for novice snorkelers to practice their snorkeling techniques) with jetted spa area, showers, rinse tanks, restrooms and lockers as well as snorkel equipment gear (mask, snorkel and fins) and vests for rent. Surrounding the pool and jetted spa (not heated) area is a large decked area with plenty of loungers, chairs and tables for your relaxation pleasure! The grounds inside feature both sunlit areas to soak up our "Caribbean Paradise" rays and also natural shady areas from the numerous trees for those needing to cool off from the sun..
You will also find our friendly and helpful staff ready to provide you and your group everything you need to make your stay at PalMar Snorkel Beach Club a wonderful experience. You will find a quaint snack bar area where you will be able to purchase tasty freshly made-to-order snacks (guacamole, pico de gallo, ceviche, quesadillas, etc.) and a nice selection of beverages (bottled water, soda, beer and a selection of tropical mixed drinks). Our staff is always more than happy to make you a tasty snack or whip up some liquid refreshment during your time here at PalMar Beach SNorkel Club!
PalMar's Beach and Ocean area is just a few steps outside our gates where you will see our beach area surrounded by a retaining wall filled with sand, palm trees, potted plants, loungers, tables and chairs for any guests that prefer a waterfront, beachside day in paradise There are no crazy jet skis buzzing around constantly nor massive water mountains to scale out front at PalMar Snorkel Beach Club. Instead, we invite you to enjoy a relaxing day lounging on our beach under our palm trees! If you want to snorkel and swim in our world famous Dzul Ha Reef, you will find an abundance of incredible coral reefs, colorful fish and marine life here at PalMar! The beach-entry is a few steps down from our beach area directly into the pristine waters of the Caribbean. Do not forget to bring your underwater camera to snap pics of your time underwater! Plus our dedicated staff will keep a watch out for you on the beach in order to keep the drinks and snacks coming as you need them!
We can and do limit the number of guests inside to a maximum of seventy-five (75) at any given time to ensure a quality and enjoyable experience for everyone. Therefore, PalMar Snorkel Beach Club does require a Advance Reservation & Deposit (If possible, a ONE(1) Week Advance Notice Please - but we will work with you if less notice is provided)! So do not miss enjoying the pleasure of our beautiful, quiet beach or swimming pool! Please submit your reservation request promptly to enjoy our Caribbean Paradise Beach Club!
TAXIs do not want you to know about Palmar because they do not receive taxi kickbacks for delivery of guests at this location
Take a look around PalMar with a video from Canadian fans Richard & Cara filmed February 2019!
Activity Specifics
Name:
PalMar Snorkel Beach Club & Patas y Alas Butterfly Sanctuary
Provider:
PalMar Snorkel Beach Club
Availability:
Now also Includes Access to Patas & Atlas Butterfly Sanctuary! In 2018 Patas & Alas merged with Cozumel Butterflies to offer even more plants and butterflies!
Includes:
Use of beach area & access ramp into ocean / snorkel area Use of all facilities - lockers, restrooms, shower, rinse tank, large freshwater pool, loungers and tables/chairs Tour of Patas y Alas Butterfly Sanctuary WHEN OPEN ~ THIS IS SEASONAL SO CHECK IN ADVANCE!
Schedule:
MONDAY thru SATURDAY 10 am to 6 pm EST (Island Time) SUNDAY - CLOSED
Last Admission is 45 minutes prior to closing.
Pricing:
Adults ~ US $19.00* Children (Ages 3 to 12) ~ US $8.00* Infants (Under 3) ~ FREE (1 per paid Adult)
*NOTE: Admission INCLUDES ~ Use of beach, snorkel area & facilities Butterfly Sanctuary Tour (Seasonal) Chips & Pico de Gallo 2 margaritas, beers, soda or water per Adult & 1 soda or water for Children (Ages 3 to 12) These are NOT exchangeable for other products or services.
**NOTE: Snacks & Bar Beverages are also available for purchase at the PalMar Snorkel Beach Club snack bar:
***NOTE: NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGES ALLOWED PER HEALTH CODE REGULATIONS.***
Payment:
Deposit Prepay in Advance via online invoice then Remaining Cash Balance Due Upon Arrival ~ CASH ONLY
Credit Cards Are NOT Accepted on Site - SORRY
Location:
Carretera Costera Sur Km 6.82 Just Beyond Hotel Presidente InterContinental & BEFORE Landmark Condos in Dzul Ha Reef Area.
5 Minute taxi ride from the TMM/SSA International Pier & Puerta Maya Pier. 10 Minute taxi ride from Punta Langosta Pier & San Miguel People Ferry Pier.
More Information:
ADDITIONAL RENTALS AVAILABLE:
SNORKEL GEAR: Mask/Fins/Snorkel US $15.00 LIFE VESTS US $5.00.
I visited PalMar Snorkel Beach Club in 2015 and was so impressed with the beauty of the grounds and the hospitality of the employees - I'm planning to return with my family (husband, daughters, son-in-laws, and grandchildren) in July of 2018! Can hardly wait to see the butterfly sanctuary and enjoy the excellent food! D. Bodenheimer - November 2017 ~ Denver, NC USA
Just finished cruise to Cozumel 5/23/2015. I had looked at info about PalMar Estate before going but did not make decision to go until the day our ship ported in Cozumel. I was with a small group of 4 and it was hard to communicate with my group prior to the trip. We went downtown first and when that got old real quick, I reminded the group of this location. It was still hard to get approval by everyone. I finally said, "we are taking a chance and going". We got a taxi (the taxi drivers act like they have never heard of it, but we took the information from this site which includes directions). We are so glad we went, it was the highlight of our cruise. The bathroom was clean, the employees were so accommodating, it was away from tourist crowds and the snorkeling was terrific. Only $13 (which includes a couple of beers) each to use their facility and beach. Enrique was an employee there who made us the best Pico de Gallo and guacamole I have ever had and served us on the beach. He was so sweet, we would have put him in our pocket and taken him back to Texas with us if we could. We would go there again definitely! G. Coldwell-May 2015 ~ Dallas, TX USA
(03/23/2019) - We enjoyed snorkeling across the street and the staff is friendly and attentive. The proprietor came outside when we were enjoying the beautiful setting. She spoke with us quite a while and is very knowledgeable on many subjects. The pool, lockers, bathrooms are across the street from the beach and yes it is like a back yard, but a back yard I would very much like to have. Very relaxed intimate atmosphere. Carlos and Charlie’s it isn’t so I wouldn’t expect that. It is however what we were looking for.....quaint, hospitable atmosphere where we could enjoy the beach and pool. T. & A. Davie ~ Broken Arrow, OK USA
Our day at PalMar was perfect! We hope to visit again. J. Goodell - February 2017 ~ Lake Park, IA USA
WOW!!!! So glad to have stumbled upon Cozumel Insider and found Sherri and PalMar Small Beach Club. Personable, responsive, tailored, every whim satisfied- from drinks to beach chairs, to the best guacamole ever made, to wonderful conversation with Sherri and staff. This service is simply not found at larger tourist beaches and clubs. We are now loyal guests and will return and return and return. Sherri's story is most intriguing and it was entertaining and awe-inspiring to hear her tell it. Our only regret is that our RC cruise ship was departing and we had to head back to port much sooner than we wanted to. Martin- you are AWESOME! thanks for the photos you emailed and all the coordination leading up to our very short visit. We know you didn't have to do that- but it matters and have made us fans for life. Love you guys! John and Sarah ~ Pennsylvania, USA
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