From north to south and east to west, Mexico boasts natural treasures that make it one of the destinations chosen by the world’s most demanding travelers. However, the Caribbean area has a special charm and unique diversity that makes it one of the most popular tourist zones in the country. How much would you love to explore the entire country! Wouldn’t you? And what if you could enjoy Mexico’s five most representative ecosystems in one place? It would be fascinating!
It will be fascinating and it is not impossible, because on Cozumel Island, more specifically at Faro Celarain, you’ll find mangroves, low forests, lagoons, beaches, and some of the most impressive reefs in the world. That’s right, five ecosystems so diverse in the same place, where? Yes, of course! In Quintana Roo.
The lighthouse hotel is located in the southern part of the island and is part of the South Point National Park. Did you know that this is the most important biological and archaeological reserve in Cozumel and the entire Caribbean Sea? Yes, imagine everything that awaits you!
The first natural encounter on the island will be with the white sand beaches and turquoise blue waters that captivate even the strongest gazes. There, you’ll find restaurants to savor the typical flavors of Mexico, loungers, and beds to relax under the sun while sipping a delicious margarita, and if you’re lucky, you might even get to participate in the release of baby sea turtles. Does it sound tempting? But there’s more!
These are just the options offered on the surface. Beneath the sea, just a few meters from the shores where the turtles lay their eggs, lie the most beautiful coral reefs in the world; these are part of the Mesoamerican System and represent the second ecosystem you’ll encounter during your adventurous stay in Quintana Roo. Exoticism in dazzling colors and shapes would be an accurate way to describe the underwater beauty of Cozumel.
The third setting is the mangroves. Is there a more perfect geographical feature than this? When the salty waters of the sea meet the sweetness of the lagoons and rivers, these unparalleled tropical scenarios emerge. Navigating them is the least you can do. Exploring the dark waters and weaving through the lush rooted trees will be unforgettable. Watch out for crocodiles! You might spot them enjoying a sunbath on the banks.
The low forest is the next setting. Yes, just like in the movies! Vines, stunning flowers, particularly intense sizes and colors, palm trees, exotic birds, iguanas, and more. You can explore the most mysterious and challenging trails by trekking or daring to take on a 4×4 adventure.
Fifth and final ecosystem. Yes, the lagoons. These mirror-like waters with almost imperceptible movements can become the home of elegant pink flamingos that grace the exotic landscape with their slender, perfect silhouettes. Here, you can enjoy a kayak ride and the most exciting photo safaris you can imagine.
Faro Celerain, a beautiful reserve of five ecosystems to enjoy in Cozumel. What are you waiting for to visit it?
Portuguese Versión: Faro Celarain: uma reserva de cinco ecossistemas para desfrutar em Cozumel
