Chankanaab is a Mayan term that means "small sea," and the outdoor park is named for its coastal cenote, which features diving and snorkeling tours, dolphin encounters and a relaxing beach.

Chankanaab is a full-service beach club so you can also enjoy lunch, drinks, and other amenities after your snorkeling adventure. There’s a lot to do inside the park besides snorkeling.

People snorkeling at Cozumel Chankanaab National Park on Cozumel Island near Cancun in the state of Quintana Roo, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico. (Photo by Wolfgang Kaehler/LightRocket via Getty Images ...

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