Playa Chen Rio, one of Cozumel's East Coast Beaches situated on Costera Este Highway 3.5 miles north is in fact the finest beach that "the other side" of Cozumel has to offer. This ocean beach offers crystal clear water and rich powdery white sand. The beautiful rock formation at Playa Chen Rio a natural protection from the winds on this side of Mexico makes the beach the safest swimming area. Playa Chen Rio is also a snorkeling paradise. Guided snorkeling tours are available for the sea lover, an adventure seeker, as you investigate the coral reefs.
Land lovers will enjoy the rich vegetation and animal life along the coves that lead to the beach. The swimming area associated with the cove is cordoned off to protect the public against the riptides and undertows common to the east side beaches in Cozumel.
Get a taste of an authentic Mexican grass hut (palapa) restaurant experience in a quiet relaxing environment away from the maddening crowds on this less populated side of Mexican beaches, but still be in the company of beachcombers and campers alike.
The Chen Rio Restaurant offers delicious seafood, fresh fish and Civiche which is a cold Mexican salad made with chopped fish, tomatoes, lemon juice, freshly chopped cilantro, jalapeno peppers and more. Civiche is a most refreshing meal on a hot summer day. You can relax and enjoy the rich sunsets and some choice favorites from the bar.
There is also a small gift shop for handy crafts located on the beach.
If you want to spend a day or a significant part of your vacation in a quieter, wild and natural side of Mexico, make Playa Chen Rio your choice destination.
