Top Cozumel Food & Drink

Pleasure your palate with meat-stuffed empanadas, succulent shrimp tacos, and sweet Mexican pastries on a culinary tour of Cozumel. Sample the exotic flavors of the idyllic island, noting the Mexican spice and Caribbean flair of the dishes due to Cozumel’s close proximity to Cuba. Immerse yourself in the culinary customs of the area as a knowledgeable guide takes you to five favorite local haunts to same fine Yucatan bites and beverages. Enjoy personalized attention and round-trip transportation on this intimate small group tour.

Mexico is renowned for its tequilas, but in order to really understand and appreciate how this liquor is made, visitors need to learn from a top tequila maker—and have a great time along the way. In addition to a personal tequila seminar, which offers eight different tequilas, you'll enjoy a lunch prepared with local specialties such as lime soup, seafood, dessert, plus a margarita. 

Experience the beautiful simplicity of farm-to-table cooking during this ranch experience in Cozumel. Head to a local ranch to learn about the local cuisine and where the ingredients come from. Then, participate in a hands-on cooking class to prepare local Mexican dishes made from ingredients found on the farm. Your experience ends with a delicious meal set in the gardens of the ranch.

Make your own chocolate using ancient Aztec-inspired techniques on this tour at Stingray Beach. After whipping up a batch of chocolate with the hands-on workshop, sample wine and chocolate pairings to get a taste for different strains of cocoa and even sip a chocolate martini by the beach.

The ancient Mayans left an indelible mark on the landscapes and culture of Mexico. Discover what these indigenous people used to eat during a hands-on cooking class in the heart of Cozumel. Together with your private instructor, recreate typical Mayan dishes with ancient ingredients that will take you back in time. This is a great way to learn about history while immersing yourself in an ancient culture.

Enjoy great service and convenience that come with an all-inclusive day pass to Mr Sancho’s Beach Club in Cozumel. Lounge on the beach or swing on a hammock. Make use of a pool bar and beachfront section exclusive to all-inclusive day pass guests. All-you-can-eat delicious meals and bottomless drinks await you, making this the perfect vacation experience.

Saddle up for a 30-minute adventure by horseback at Mr Sancho’s beach. Get paired with a horse matching your skill level and follow a guide into the jungle, past mangrove forests and farms, before you reach the stunning shoreline of Cozumel’s white-sand beaches and sparkling blue waters. This family-friendly outing is suitable for riders of all levels.

Whether you're an experienced snorkeler or an absolute beginner, fully trained guides let you make the most of Cozumel's famous reef on this half-day snorkeling tour. Hit three of the island's hottest snorkeling spots: Palancar Reef, Columbia Reef and Playa el Cielo, known for the starfish that decorate its white sands. Your package includes drinks and snorkeling gear; marine fees are payable in cash on the day.

Sail the shimmering sea on a glass-bottom boat and snorkel at specular reefs off the coast of Cozumel on this half-day guided tour of the National Marine Park. At El Cielo, named after heaven itself, marvel at the sea stars that decorate the sandy ocean floor. Float beside sea turtles at Columbia Reef then plunge into the crystal clear waters of Palancar Reef to discover fascinating fish, nurse sharks, and colorful coral reefs. Between sublime snorkeling stops, refresh with complimentary beverages as the warm sun soothes your skin on this unforgettable ocean odyssey.

Discover the jungle and beaches of Cozumel with just your family and friends on this private self-operated Jeep tour. Follow your guide from a separate vehicle and drive into a national park to learn about the local geology and Maya history. Continue to white-sand beaches for snorkeling and enjoy a delicious lunch. These are just some of the activities and sites available. Leave the routine tours behind and design your own itinerary to include horseback riding, shopping, more sightseeing and whatever else suits your interests.

Spend a day soaking up the sun, swimming, and snorkeling at the Tortugas Beach Club in Cozumel. Relax on the sun loungers and enjoy free Wi-Fi to stay connected on the beach. Enjoy a delicious all-you-can-eat buffet as well as an open bar. And for activities, snorkel gear is provided to explore the Chankanaab Reef or play in the water park.

Embark on a journey through the flavors of 10 different Mexican regions without leaving Cozumel. This small-group culinary event is a multi-sensory, as well as gastronomic, experience that lets you enjoy 10 Mexican dishes with pairings of 10 Mexican spirits, all while experiencing an audio-visual happening.

Save money and skip the hassle of booking your Cozumel experiences separately. This all-inclusive Tortugas Beach Club day pass package includes access to a fun water park, a guided shore snorkeling experience, a thrilling parasailing adventure, a delicious lunch of typical Mexican dishes such as tacos, and unlimited drinks including cocktails.

Discover the nuances of traditional Mexican cooking during this immersive workshop in the heart of Cozumel. Join a small group and visit a traditional market to gather ingredients for your day. Then, learn to make several traditional dishes, from snacks to appetizers to main dishes. After, sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labor along with an array of drinks.

Discover the art of authentic Mexican cooking during this small group cooking class at Josefina’s home kitchen in Cozumel. Learn about the traditional flavors used in Mexican cuisine and enjoy a hands-on culinary experience preparing Josefina’s family recipes. You tour also includes a visit to Cozumel’s local market to shop for ingredients and a copy of Josefina’s e-cookbook with over 60 of her original recipes.

This is a private tour where you will explore Cozumel as never imagined. We will visit six unique locations where you and your party will discover the best flavors of each beach bar along the East shore through their delicious drinks and amazing sceneries for great photo opportunities.

You will rocket through the blue Caribbean Waters of Cozumel, against the current, with effortless ease, as the marine ecosystem fills in around you! Witness a seemingly endless array of tropical fish, plus soft coral reefs, and possibly other marine life like manta rays, moray eels, sea turtles, and more! Getting to enjoy it with the power of the sea scooters. Making our tour so much more!

Combine a lesson on preparing salsa with learning to dance salsa on this half-day tour in Cozumel. With a chef guide, you'll learn how to make guacamole, salsa, and pico de gallo. Then hit the dance floor for a salsa lesson before heading out into the Playa Mia resort to spend the day. This tour includes access to all of the resort's amenities, including the water park, pools, and watersports equipment.

Experience different sides of Cozumel on this combined Jeep tour with ATV adventure and beach club visit. Explore the eastern side of Cozumel in an air-conditioned Jeep then stop for a tequila tasting. Afterwards, visit El Cedral, the oldest settlement on the island, where you can explore the jungle by ATV on the way to a cenote for a swim. Afterwards, visit the Tortugas Beach Club, where a guided snorkel and lunch await.

Cozumel has much to explore by both land and by sea, but if you don't have access to a boat or vehicle, your day of exploring could come up short. This Cozumel Private Snorkel and Jeep Exploration Combo Tour takes you out through the city in a Jeep before snorkeling the water by boat. Plus, a tequila tasting and lunch are both provided for a stress-free time.

Visit the Cozumel Rum Company for a unique rum tasting experience. Mexico may be most well known for the agave plant and tequila, but Mayan sugarcane is also grown and used to make rum. Learn about the rum-making process and sample different flavors of rum, available for purchase in hand-blown artisan glass bottles.

Maximize your time in Cozumel with a private 4-hour transportation service that includes lunch and snorkelling trip. Whether you’re cruising into Cozumel on a ship or staying at a hotel, your personal chauffeur will collect you from a prearranged location and give you a customized island tour. Don a snorkel and plunge into the Caribbean Sea to see diverse marine life and revitalize with lunch at a local restaurant. Ride in a spacious, air-conditioned vehicle that can accommodate families, large groups and individuals.

Discover the traditional flavors and dishes of Mexico—and immerse yourself in Cozumel’s unique atmosphere—on this small-group walking tour. Choose from several convenient daily start times, meet your guide right on the waterfront, and set off on foot. You’ll visit seven different vendors and restaurants, where you’ll enjoy tacos and other classic bites, as well as drinks and beers to go with.

Enjoy personalized attention, a flexible itinerary, and the run of a 29-foot (9-meter) luxury Bayliner on this tour from Cozumel. Equipped for a private group of up to eight passengers, this boat has seating indoors and outdoors and will take you anywhere you wish around Cozumel. Half-day charter has multiple departure times throughout the day.