Playa Norte's shallow, calm water works for a toddler wading close to shore, an older kid swimming further out, and a teen who wants space to explore the car-free island by golf cart. This is one of the rare excursions that genuinely stretches across the whole age range without anyone getting a downgraded version, low stakes, no booking required, easy to leave early if energy runs low at either end.
Ferries run frequently, typically 6:00 AM to midnight
Precio
Ferry around $10 to $15 USD round trip, children under 5 often free, golf cart rental around $25 to $40 USD
Duración
Full day
Reserva necesaria
No
Consejos
Rent a golf cart, it works for the whole age range and turns getting around into part of the fun
Playa Norte's shallow water suits a toddler wading while older kids and teens swim further out
No need to book in advance, this works well as a spontaneous day trip
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Cozumel Ferry Day Trip
Calmer, cleaner beaches than the mainland let a toddler wade easily while older kids and teens have a real reef to snorkel further out. The 45-minute ferry is comfortable enough for the youngest and short enough that a teen doesn't spend the whole day in transit, and once there, everyone finds their own version of the same beach.
Over 20 ferry crossings daily, typically 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Precio
Ferry around $15 to $20 USD round trip, children under 5 often free
Duración
Full day
Reserva necesaria
No
Consejos
Older kids and teens can book a reef snorkel tour while a toddler stays at the calmer beach
Children under 5 typically ride the ferry free
Cozumel's beaches are noticeably calmer than the mainland
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