Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Swim with Turtles at El Cielo

Price per person

Precio de oferta
$59
Precio habitual
$65
Ahorras
$6 (10%)

Highlights:

- Swim with turtles in Cozumel – frequent sightings at El Cielito and Colombia Reef.
- Snorkel Cozumel reefs – explore three top spots: El Cielo, El Cielito, and Colombia Reef.
- Cozumel boat tour El Cielo – includes certified guide and snorkel equipment.
- Reef safe sunscreen Cozumel tour – eco-friendly sun protection offered on request.
- taxes included
- The tour includes per person: 2 bottles of water, 2 soft drinks, 2 beers, fruit, fish ceviche, and tortilla chips to share.
- We provide the mask and snorkel as well as a life jacket.
- Departures every day with prior reservation at 10:00 a.m.


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Adventurers Rating

4 Hrs

Duration

Easy

Difficulty level

15

Group size

Adventure Description

Discover Cozumel’s most iconic marine sanctuary on this El Cielo Cozumel snorkeling tour. Explore three stunning reefs—El Cielo, El Cielito, and Colombia Reef—with full snorkeling gear included. This Cozumel snorkel tour El Cielo allows you to swim with turtles in Cozumel, spot stingrays, and enjoy fresh ceviche and drinks on board. Choose between a shared group or an El Cielo Cozumel private tour, with optional add-ons like ferry tickets from Playa del Carmen, reef safe sunscreen, and professional photo packages.

Ideal for families, couples, and cruise travelers, the tour ensures high water visibility on sunny days and includes weather contingency options. Departures available daily from the marina or cruise port. Combine this with your Riviera Maya itinerary via the Playa del Carmen to El Cielo tour bundle. Book your spot online now and capture the best underwater photos Cozumel has to offer.

Reasons to dive into this adventure:

🐢 **Swim with turtles Cozumel**: guaranteed reef stops where sightings are frequent
- 🐠 Avoid mass-market tours — limited group size ensures a personal experience
- 📸 optional* GoPro and **drone footage** for social media sharing
- 🛥️ Flexible options for **El Cielo Cozumel private tour** or shared
- 🌊 **Snorkel Cozumel reefs** in protected zones with high visibility
- 🌴 Authentic experience — includes **Cozumel tour with ceviche**, not generic snacks
- ☀️ Book with weather contingency options during **Cozumel snorkeling December** season

## Important Information

- Duration: 4 hours
- Departure: Marina Fonatur or cruise port meeting point
- Schedule: Daily departures (weather permitting)
- Bring towel, swimwear, biodegradable sunscreen
- Marine fee may apply if not bundled
- High visibility on sunny days; conditions vary during off-season
- High demand: Book early for **Cozumel snorkel tour from cruise** or holidays

Intinerary

Itinerary Breakdown:
✅ Meeting point: explanada de la bandera & marina fonatur
✅ Departure from Marina
☀️Safety briefing and snorkel gear fitting.
☀️Begin the scenic boat ride along Cozumel’s coastline.
☀️Pass by crystal-clear turquoise waters and spot marine life from the surface.
✅ First Snorkel Stop: Colombia Reef
- Spot coral formations, reef fish, and possibly eagle rays or turtles.
✅ Second Snorkel Stop: El Cielito
☀️Shallow water snorkel.
☀️Frequent turtle sightings and calm conditions ideal for families.
✅Main Snorkel Stop: El Cielo Cozumel
☀️Float over starfish-covered seabed.
☀️Opportunity to swim with turtles in Cozumel and encounter stingrays.

📸 Ideal moment for best underwater photos Cozumel with GoPro (optional).
✅ Onboard Snack: Fresh Ceviche & Drinks
✅ Enjoy a freshly prepared Cozumel tour with ceviche.
✅ Relax with water, beer, and soft drinks as the boat anchors near El Cielo.

✅Return to Marina

✅Scenic return ride to starting point.

✅ Arrival & Disembark

📸Option to purchase photo/video package.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Snorkeling stops: El Cielo, El Cielito, Colombia Reef
☀️ Full snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, fins, life vest)
☀️ Guide onboard (English & Spanish-speaking)
☀️ Beverages: water, soda, and beer
☀️ Fresh ceviche served onboard

Excluded
📸 Photos Go Pro
- Tips

Relevant Information
Transportation

From

Meeting Point

Asta Bandera Monumental de Cozumel
Av. Rafael E. Melgar 131, Centro, 77668 Cozumel, Q.R.

What to Bring

✅Towel, swimwear, hat, sunglasses.

✅Biodegradable sunscreen (reef safe sunscreen Cozumel tour recommended).

Frequently Asked Question
1. Is El Cielo Cozumel worth visiting?

Yes. El Cielo is one of Cozumel’s most beautiful and exclusive snorkeling locations. Known for its crystal-clear waters, starfish, and marine life, it's accessible only by boat and often described as a "hidden paradise."

2. Can you visit El Cielo without a tour?

No. El Cielo is only reachable by boat, and due to protected marine area regulations, it’s not possible to access it independently. A certified tour is required.

3. What’s included in the El Cielo Cozumel snorkeling tour?

The tour includes snorkeling gear, certified guide, drinks, fresh ceviche, and stops at El Cielo, El Cielito, and Colombia Reef. Optional add-ons include ferry transport and professional underwater photos.

4. How long is the tour?

Approximately 4 hours, including 3 snorkel stops and time to relax with food and drinks onboard.

5. Where does the tour depart from?

  • Cozumel: Marina Fonatur or cruise port.

  • Playa del Carmen: Optional ferry combo via Playa del Carmen to El Cielo tour.
6. Is the tour suitable for cruise passengers?

Yes. The itinerary is designed to fit within common cruise schedules. Exact timing and instructions are provided at booking.

7. Are there turtles and stingrays at El Cielo?

Yes. Swim with turtles in Cozumel and observe stingrays, especially near El Cielito and Colombia Reef. Wildlife sightings vary by day but are frequent.

8. Is this a private tour?

Both shared and El Cielo Cozumel private tour options are available. Private tours include more flexibility and personalized service.

9. Do I need previous snorkeling experience?

No. The tour is beginner-friendly. Guides assist at every stop, and shallow waters make it safe for first-timers.

10. What happens in bad weather?

If sea conditions affect visibility or safety, the tour will be rescheduled or refunded. This is especially relevant during rainy season (e.g., Cozumel snorkeling December or October).

11. What should I bring?

Towel, swimwear, hat, sunglasses, biodegradable sunscreen (reef safe sunscreen Cozumel tour available), and a waterproof phone case.

Cancelation Policy

Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the start time; no refunds within 72 hours. Changes within 24 hours are not accepted.

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