Cozumel Beaches - "Punta Sur Ecological Park & Lighthouse" Amenities: Visit the Celarain Lighthouse Navigation Museum Beautiful beach Opportunity to see crocodiles, birds and exotic plants Bathrooms, showers and changing rooms Hammocks, lounge chairs and palapas Passage to the Columbia Laguna aboard the catamaran “El Tatich” Chunchacab Reef where you have an opportunity to see the sea turtles Hours: Daily 9 am - 5 pm Pricing: US $10 per person ~ children 7 and under FREE Location: Carretera Costera Sur- Km. 27 - at the southern tip of the island where the road turns to the east coast RECENTLY REOPENED - AUGUST 1ST, 2006 This ecological reserve contains an extraordinary diversity of natural landscapes, including numerous beach areas. The west coast has a designated snorkel area with an abundance of fish close to the shore. The beaches on the east “windward” coast of the park are equally beautiful interspersed with rock formations and high sand dunes near the lighthouse. Beaches on the east serve as a sea turtle nesting zone from May to October. Colombia Lagoon is one of the main attractions with its mangrove swamps and jungles that shelter a variety of wild birds, reptiles (crocodiles), fish and vegetation. In the summer months, this Park area offers information and viewing opportunities of Cozumel's nesting turtles: the loggerheads and green turtles. It is easy to observe nature in this park area by viewing flora and fauna from the decks, towers and boat landings located throughout the park. There is also a rich history and cultural perspective you can experience in the park. A Mayan ruin in the shape of a shell was probably used as a lighthouse in earlier times. It is a unique structure with conch shells imbedded in the walls that whistle in different tones depending on the direction of the wind. Visit Punta Celerain Lighthouse and learn the history of navigation around the island. In the colonial period, this area was a refuge for pirates and smugglers. During the first half of this century, the livelihood of the residents near the lagoon depended on agriculture, fishing and crocodile hunting. Punta Sur has something for everyone--nature lovers, history buffs, sun worshippers as well as those who yearn to spend the day relaxing in a quiet spectacular environmental setting.           Need a Good Map?
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