COZUMEL · MEXICO
Cozumel’s best days on the water.
The 15 top-rated ways to snorkel El Cielo and the Cozumel reefs, from catamaran sandbar days to three-reef boat trips over Palancar and Columbia.
ATV 4x4, reef snorkel, tequila tasting, and beach club lunch in Cozumel. Short, active, and great value when conditions cooperate.
Most Popular“Everything was beyond my expectations. Our guide, Didi was the best part of the tour. He was knowledgeable and patient.”
Snorkel Palancar and Columbia reefs plus Playa el Cielo starfish sandbar in 4 hours, with drinks, gear, and a shaded boat.
Snorkel three Cozumel reefs in one 4-hour outing with a guide, gear, drinks, and a snack—great odds of seeing turtles and stingrays.
“We had such a good time! We got to see plenty of colorful fish, baby sharks, starfish, jellyfish, and stingrays. There wasn't too many people which was a plus for us! The tour guides were thorough, fun, and attentive. Overall a great experience and would recommend.”
Snorkel Cozumel’s sea-turtle areas and El Cielo starfish sanctuary, then snack at Cielito sandbar with sunset sailback.
“Absolutely amazing experience!! We saw starfish, sea turtles, stingrays, and soooo many cool fish! The crew was super awesome and helpful! And the food and complementary drinks were great! 10/10 experience definitely recommend if you are ever in Cozumel!”
Private Cozumel Jeep tour with lunch and snorkeling. Off-road sights, Mayan stops, local market time, and flexible guidance.
“We rode with our guide Bibi and she was wonderful. Prior to leaving Bibi asked us questions about what we were interested in and what we wanted to see and do. And along the way she gave us every opportunity to stop to shop or take photos or look at things or whatever we wanted…”
Discover scuba at Cozumel’s Paradise Reef with PADI video prep, shallow skill practice, and 2 reef underwater sessions for beginners.
“Had an amazing day scuba diving! My husband and I were both a bit nervous but we were put to ease quickly and learned the basics in no time. We saw beautiful coral and lots of marine life. If you’re on the fence about doing a discover scuba, don’t be! Scuba Life and their team…”
Private 39-ft catamaran in Cozumel for up to 15 with snorkel gear, paddleboard, top-shelf drinks, and lunch, built for El Cielo time.
“Shelly and crew were absolutely amazing! I can’t say enough great things about this whole experience. It was the highlight of our cruise. Would highly recommend this excursion!”
Cozumel snorkeling by glass-bottom boat for 2 hours. Three reef stops, guide-led snorkeling, gear and drinks included, plus optional underwater photos.
“This was so fun 🤩 I’ve never done anything like this and I would love to come back. Our tour guides were so funny and helpful. It was beautiful thank you Miguel and Carlos!”
A 5-hour Cozumel catamaran day with El Cielo/Palancar snorkeling, a private beach party, and unlimited margaritas, beer, and cheeseburgers.
“Great boat, Fantastic crew! Snorkeling was sub par, we went to Columbia reef instead of Palancar which was disappointing. Cielito was good, but we were away from where most of the starfish and rays were. We saw a couple though! The beach we went to for the burgers was fantastic. Good burgers too! On the…”
Private jeep day in Cozumel with Jade Caverns cenote, viewpoints, natural pool time, and Coco’s Beach Club lunch plus snorkel gear.
“Based on weather, some activities planned may not be allowed. Based on certain activities being cancelled due to port being closed, our tour guide went above and beyond, and showed us a little more of the history of Cozumel.”
4-hour Cozumel snorkeling from the cruise port: El Cielo starfish, El Cielito stingrays, and Turtle Bay sea turtles, plus drinks.
“Absolutely loved this excursion. The guides are so very welcoming and made the trip amazing. We had some amazing food and beer provided. The boat ride there and back is so relaxing and just a great experience.”
Private boat snorkeling in Cozumel with two reef stops, ceviche, beer and margaritas, and a quiet beach break, for up to 6.
“Crew was great, snorkeling was excellent, ceviche and snacks on the water were amazing. Highly recommended”
Cozumel catamaran snorkel to Palancar, Colombia, and El Cielo, plus sandbar open bar and Money Bar access for a short 4-hour day.
“Don’t do it. Cattle boat cramming. I would avoid this tour. Nothing but a cattle boat cramming the most people on to make money. They do not care about your comfort. Boat was jammed packed with people. There weren’t enough seats. People were sitting on the floor. Way too many people for the size of…”
Chankanaab Park day pass plus guided shore snorkeling and lunch on Cozumel’s reef, with gear, locker, and tequila included.
“We never received our passes. You took our money and sent the passes the next day. We had to purchase tickets thru any venue. We would like a refund.”
See Cozumel’s reefs from a crystal-clear boat, with an optional snorkeling stop, included gear, and a quick 1.5-hour outing.
“The overall experience was very underwhelming and infuriating because of the following: 1. In Viator's description, it says that this tour will last for approximately 2 hours. However our tour was 1 hour. They asked us to reach at one address and then took us another pier, approx 30 minutes away, to add more passengers…”
From the reef walls and the El Cielo shallows to the beach clubs, the jungle cenotes and the day trips across the channel.
