NoobCruise Posted September 28, 2013 #1 Share Posted September 28, 2013 I'm trying to decide on a ship and itinerary. One cruise line goes to Cozumel and the other to Costa Maya. Which port do you prefer? We usually do active/adventurous shore excursions like 4x4 or dune buggies, zip lining, hiking, jet skiing, snorkelling, etc. 3 of us did an AI for a week in Cozumel and got scuba certified and also rented a jeep and toured the whole island. We loved it so I'm not sure if we want to go back or see somewhere new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserBruce Posted September 28, 2013 #2 Share Posted September 28, 2013 I think you answered your own question... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoobCruise Posted September 28, 2013 Author #3 Share Posted September 28, 2013 I think you answered your own question... Not really. If Costa Maya is a lousy port, then we'd rather go back to Cozumel. However, Costa Maya is also a great port, than we'll go there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowbiter Posted September 28, 2013 #4 Share Posted September 28, 2013 There is more stuff to do at Cozmel. Costa Maya has a nice cruise port if you just want to hang out but no special activities. Sent from my SPH-L710 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserBruce Posted September 28, 2013 #5 Share Posted September 28, 2013 Not really. If Costa Maya is a lousy port, then we'd rather go back to Cozumel. However, Costa Maya is also a great port, than we'll go there. Costa Maya is not a lousy port. We did some great snorkeling there. There may not be all the high activity things going on there, but there is lots to do. Having been to Cozumel several times, glad we got to do Costa Maya instead on our last cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Charlie Posted September 28, 2013 #6 Share Posted September 28, 2013 There are people who love and hate each of these ports for different reasons. I've been to both and they are each (IMHO) a great port. What I would suggest is that you go to the ports of call section on CC and see what people are doing and saying about the activities. You can also go to the cruise line web site that you are thinking of using and check out the shore excursions that are available through the ship. Doesn't mean you have to use them as there will be independents available as well after you have made your decision. Finally I would go to Tripadvisor.com and check out the ratings and reviews of any activities that interest you. Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Gail & Marty sailing away Posted September 28, 2013 #7 Share Posted September 28, 2013 Cozumel is # 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucy2mb Posted September 29, 2013 #8 Share Posted September 29, 2013 We have been to Cozumel several times and Costa Maya once. We were not impressed with Costa Maya and have no desire to go back. Maybe it is better now than it was when we went. We love Cozumel! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted September 29, 2013 #9 Share Posted September 29, 2013 We prefer Cozumel. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Charlie Posted September 29, 2013 #10 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Like I said, "different strokes for different folks". OP has been to Coz and not Costa Maya. They like adventure We usually do active/adventurous shore excursions like 4x4 or dune buggies, zip lining, hiking, jet skiing, snorkelling, etc. Ship excursions include snorkeling, dolphin swim, dune buggy, biking, canoe, kayak, boat blast, fly fishing, mini-jeep rhino adventure, off road ATV, off road jeep, and paddle boarding. So, there is something there if they decide to go. When I have Costa Maya on the itinerary I drop down to Mahahual for a beach day. :) Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted September 29, 2013 #11 Share Posted September 29, 2013 I would go with Cozumel. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted September 29, 2013 #12 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Seeing all the activities that you like to do, Costa Maya doesn't offer of them. So -- another vote for Cozumel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Charlie Posted September 29, 2013 #13 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Seeing all the activities that you like to do, Costa Maya doesn't offer of them. So -- another vote for Cozumel. Ooops. I re-read my post #10. It's too late for me to edit and clarify my remarks so here is the revision: Ship excursions in Costa Maya include snorkeling, dolphin swim, dune buggy, biking, canoe, kayak, boat blast, fly fishing, mini-jeep rhino adventure, off road ATV, off road jeep, and paddle boarding. I would check the web site of the cruise line that you are thinking of taking and see which ones are available through them for the cruise you are looking at. Some of the above list may not be available if the ship is not in port long enough. This holds true for Cozumel or Costa Maya. Apologies to those I confused with my earlier post. Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie J. Posted September 29, 2013 #14 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Costa Maya is only a cruise ship port built JUST for cruise ships. it is not a town, just a port with shops, bars and a pool. Check what the ship's tours are. Cozumel has tons of things to do. Haven't been back to Costa Maya in a while but I'd say Cozumel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted September 29, 2013 #15 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Costa Maya is only a cruise ship port built JUST for cruise ships. it is not a town, just a port with shops, bars and a pool. Check what the ship's tours are. Cozumel has tons of things to do.Haven't been back to Costa Maya in a while but I'd say Cozumel. Exactly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted September 29, 2013 #16 Share Posted September 29, 2013 The town is there, it's Majahual and it's a 3-minute taxi drive from the cruise terminal. Please avoid going there so we can keep it pristine. Cozumel already is ruined by tourism, let's save Costa Maya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady_cruiser Posted September 29, 2013 #17 Share Posted September 29, 2013 The town is there, it's Majahual and it's a 3-minute taxi drive from the cruise terminal. Please avoid going there so we can keep it pristine. Cozumel already is ruined by tourism, let's save Costa Maya. WOW THANKS for letting us know where the town is. Now I can go someplace new when in Costa Maya. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZbeachboy Posted September 29, 2013 #18 Share Posted September 29, 2013 In Costa Maya we took a cab and went into the fishing village and then had him take us as far south as we could to see the dessert coastal area. Then we came back on another road and saw quite a bit. You can also go to the Mayan ruins and not have to take the rough ferry back from the main land to Cos. They are a different ruin that the Tullum ruins. I also thought the shopping at the pier at Costa was as good as anywhere with regards to meds and other things. They have an office of the tourism service there and they are very helpful. I heard they have improved the beach and pool area but have not seen it so, cannot speak to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimAOk1945 Posted September 30, 2013 #19 Share Posted September 30, 2013 We went on a ship sponsored shore excursion to the Mayan ruins called Kohunlich when we were at Costa Maya. It was great. If you're interested, you might like to see the slide show my wife put together with some of the pictures she took. The link below will take you right to it. Kohunlich ~ Mayan Ruins in Costa Maya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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