Best things to do - arriving with young kids

[rotman253]

Hello,
My kids are 4,6.5 yo. 
We're going to be in Costa maya in 3 weeks.
What's recommended to do? where should I purchase it?
Thanks very much

[crewsweeper]

Unless your children love the beach and can swim,  look into the port pass.   I don't think the Maya Kingdom Water Park is open yet, but that's a great option for children of all ages.   Otherwise, grab a taxi and head to the malecon in Mahaual and go tot he beach.

[rotman253]

20 minutes ago, crewsweeper said:

Unless your children love the beach and can swim,  look into the port pass.   I don't think the Maya Kingdom Water Park is open yet, but that's a great option for children of all ages.   Otherwise, grab a taxi and head to the malecon in Mahaual and go tot he beach.

looks like port pass suspended their activity 😞
Any other similar things?

[c-leg5]

1 hour ago, rotman253 said:

looks like port pass suspended their activity 😞
Any other similar things?

The inclusive port pass seems to be suspended - it included several pre-pay options which gave you a deal on some drinks. I see the aviary pass still listed on my sailing which would be the important item for  your children.
 

No need to pre- purchase just  get off the ship and play it by ear what you want to look at and do.
 

I would certainly have an easy day around the port, swimming pool available, and maybe drink and snack but eat main meals on the ship. 

Edited September 16, 2022 by c-leg5

[MyTMo777]

The swimming pool is free. You can purchase admission to the aviary. There are entertainers to watch for free also. You can take a very inexpensive shuttle into Mahahual and enjoy the beach for free also. It is shallow enough for supervised 4 & 5 year olds to enjoy. 

[c-leg5]

12 minutes ago, MyTMo777 said:

The swimming pool is free. You can purchase admission to the aviary. There are entertainers to watch for free also. You can take a very inexpensive shuttle into Mahahual and enjoy the beach for free also. It is shallow enough for supervised 4 & 5 year olds to enjoy. 

 

+1

 

The shuttle to Mahahual has not been running recently (unless it has resumed) and the taxi fares have increased.  This is why I no longer automatically feel the need to go to town anymore. 
 

[MyTMo777]

I wasn't aware of that. We quite enjoyed that when we were there.

[rotman253]

Thanks for the great suggestions.
BTW, what's the local currency? can I use $US?

another question, is there a nice cacao factory we can visit?

[crewsweeper]

US $ accepted everywhere.  You'll see prices quoted in both pesos (Mex$) and US$.  I think there's a small cacao shop in the port but, for the real experience when in Cozumel do the KaoKao Chocolate Factory excursion. There's also a Mayan Cacao shop next to Playa Mia.