Get up close and personal with the diverse marine life of El Cielo reef on this snorkeling tour.
Perfect for families with children 8 and older, this tour starts with a hotel pick-up before traveling via ferry to Cozumel. From there, you’ll travel by speedboat to see some of the best snorkeling locations in Mexico before stopping at Cozumel Reef National Park.
Upon arrival at El Cielo reef, a spot only accessible by boat, you’ll be given everything you’ll need for a snorkeling excursion, including flippers, a mask, snorkel, and a rash guard.
Alongside your expert snorkeling tour guide, you’ll be led through the picturesque reef of El Cielo, identifying numerous species of marine life such as stingrays, colorful tropical fish, and vibrant natural reefs, all while enjoying the warm, crystal-clear waters.
At the end of your snorkeling adventure, we’ll serve you a delicious lunch with drinks. After lunch, you’ll have an hour and a half of free time in downtown Cozumel to explore, shop, or simply relax. Finally, we’ll drive you back to your hotel in a climate-controlled vehicle.
Explore El Cielo on a Cozumel Snorkel Tour
Along the beautiful south shores of Cozumel, your professional snorkel guide will seek out the best sites for you to enjoy a first-class snorkeling experience in Mexico.
Explore the beautiful coral reef home to exotic marine life and colorful tropical fish. One of these reefs, named El Cielo meaning “heaven” in Spanish, is a famous and protected area recognized for the large number of starfish that inhabit it.
The Best Sand Floor to Snorkel in Cozumel for Beginners
Cancun Adventures Cozumel Snorkeling Tour explores one of the best reefs in Cozumel. Our snorkel guides will take you through El Cielo, which is only accessible by boat, and has been noted as the best snorkel destination in Cozumel for beginners and kids making it the Cancun excursion for your family.
- $30 USD ferry fee must be paid at the pier
- Minimum Age: 8 years. Child pricing applies to ages 8 to 11 years.
- To snorkel you must be physically fit
- For safety reasons, expecting mothers are not allowed
- This tour is not recommended to anyone with heart conditions, respiratory conditions, and/or back or neck injuries
- Round-trip transportation is included from select hotels exclusively for our guests who book their tours at least 24 hours in advance
- Please consider 2 to 5 hours of transportation for this tour. This time range will depend on the ferry ride to Cozumel and your hotel location for ground commuting.
Cozumel Island with its turquoise waters, relaxed atmosphere and idyllic white sandy beaches is a paradise full of natural and cultural beauty ready for you to discover.
Embark on a scenic ferry ride from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel, an authentic local experience, guided by your very own friendly bilingual guide. Once in Cozumel, the adventure begins as you board our high-speed inflatable boat and go about on the most exciting way to discover the Cozumel Reef National park, part of the largest barrier reef in Mesoamerica and considered one of the best places to snorkel in the entire Caribbean.