Snorkel Tours in Cozumel, Mexico

Cozumel is one of the most frequently visited and popular Caribbean tourist destinations. Countless cruises visit this tropical island off the Mexican coast in the Caribbean Sea and plenty of other tourists fly in for a relaxing beach vacation throughout the year. Sporting beautiful beaches and crystal-clear ocean water, Cozumel has also become a premier spot for underwater sightseeing. One of the best ways to experience the fantastic reefs and ocean life is through one of many snorkeling tours offered on the island.

  1. Fury Catamarans

    • Fury Catamarans offer several choices of snorkeling tours off the coast of Cozumel. All the tours are conducted on one of the company's luxurious sailing catamarans, which will take you off the coast to areas you wouldn't be able to access otherwise, such as the islands famous coral reefs and fish sanctuaries. Tours are available in either a four-and-a-half hour snorkel and beach party excursion or as a three-and-a-half hour snorkeling and sailing combo tour. Each option puts primary emphasis on the snorkeling aspect of the outing, taking guests to several locations off the coast where underwater sightseeing is optimal. All the gear necessary is provided and the fully trained staff aboard each boat will give complete instructions and assistance for snorkeling as well as advice on the best areas to find amazing underwater sights. Both tours highlight two large reefs, and on board the catamaran drinks and light snacks are served. The beach party tour ends with an hour-long stay at the company's private stretch of white sandy beach near another excellent snorkeling spot.

      Fury Catamarans
      Carretera Sur Km 3.5
      77600 Cozumel, QROO, Mexico
      +52-987-872-5145
      furycozumel.com

    Snorkel Adventure Cozumel

    • Snorkel Adventure offers daily snorkeling tours off the Cozumel coastline aboard one of several privately-owned boats. The tours last slightly longer than two hours and include stops at three colorful and fully-developed reefs. The boats themselves are glass-bottomed so even on the trip out to each reef sea life can often be seen. All required snorkeling equipment is provided as well as instruction and help on its use. At each reef, a trained guide is in the water with the tour group to highlight certain areas and answer any questions about the sights you might be finding. On board the boat free soft drinks and beer are served for the duration of the trip. With three tours offered each day there are plenty of options to get on board, however because the boats leave from the main pier in the heart of downtown Cozumel the excursion is popular amongst cruise guests. Be warned that space can fill up quickly during peak seasons as several cruise ships can be docked at once.

      Snorkel Adventure Cozumel
      Carretera Costera Sur Km. 5
      Interior Marina Caleta Cozumel
      800-605-9490
      cozumelsnorkel.com

    Mystic Snorkeling Tour

    • One of the more unique snorkeling tours available on the island, the Mystic Snorkeling Tour is ideal for families or small groups looking for a more private and well-informed tour of the area's best snorkeling areas. The tour is guided and operated by Rosi Flury, a veteran diver who has lived in Cozumel for more than two decades. She brings her expertise of the waters to each tour and provides a one-of-a-kind personal snorkeling tour. The trip is highlighted by stops at three different reefs, each with its own unique blend of coral and fish throughout. Because of the small-group personal nature of the tour, times can be adjusted at each stop depending on how good the snorkeling and sightseeing is that day. If you are particularly enjoying a certain spot you are welcome to remain there longer than at the others, to fully enjoy what the reef has to offer. The boats used for the tour are always changing, depending on your group. Each boat is chartered from a third-party supplier after you book the tour, so that it is comfortably large enough to fit your group and suit the needs of the specific outing. Snorkeling equipment is provided as well as water, soft drinks and fresh fruit on board.

      Mystic Snorkeling Tour
      55 Av. Bis Entre 15
      Isla de Cozumel, Quin
      islacozumel.com