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Duration4 Hrs activities
DifficultyEasy
Age4+
Group sizeMax 15
GuideEnglish / Spanish
What you’ll do on the Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Swim with Turtles at El Cielo
This Cozumel snorkeling tour takes you by boat to El Cielo, El Cielito and Colombia Reef, three reefs off the island where you can swim with sea turtles. It is a 4-hour shared tour for families, couples and cruise travelers, led by an English- and Spanish-speaking guide.
What you'll do
- Meet your guide at the Asta Bandera Monumental (the monumental flagpole) on Av. Rafael E. Melgar in Cozumel.
- Get fitted with a mask, snorkel, fins and life vest before you get in the water.
- Snorkel El Cielo, where sea turtles are the main attraction and the water is clear on sunny days.
- Continue to El Cielito and Colombia Reef to see more of Cozumel's marine life.
- Eat fresh fish ceviche with tortilla chips and fruit on board, with 2 waters, 2 soft drinks and 2 beers per guest.
- Return by boat to the same meeting point where the tour began.
Who it's for
The tour is rated suitable for all fitness levels, so first-time snorkelers can join as well as people who have snorkeled before. Children from age 4 can take part, which makes it a good option for families. Cruise passengers and travelers staying on the island meet us directly in Cozumel. Guests staying in Playa del Carmen take the ferry to Cozumel first. Water visibility is highest on sunny days.
Good to know
- Full snorkel gear and a life vest are included for every guest.
- Ferry tickets, GoPro photos and gratuities are not included.
- Bring a swimsuit, a towel and biodegradable sunscreen to protect the reef.
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or for pregnant travelers.
- There is no hotel pickup; the tour starts and ends at the flagpole on Av. Rafael E. Melgar.
- Groups, couples and families can book together, up to 15 guests per booking.
- Your guide speaks English and Spanish and is with you on the boat for the whole tour.
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Three reef stops
Snorkel El Cielo, El Cielito and Colombia Reef off the coast of Cozumel.
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Swim with sea turtles
Our reef stops are chosen for sea turtle sightings in clear water.
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Ceviche on board
Fresh fish ceviche with tortilla chips and fruit is served on the boat.
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Drinks included
Each guest gets 2 waters, 2 soft drinks and 2 beers on board.
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Full snorkel gear
Mask, snorkel, fins and life vest are provided for every guest.
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Bilingual guide
An English- and Spanish-speaking guide is with you on the boat.
What’s included
In the price
- ✓English- and Spanish-speaking guide on board
- ✓Full snorkel gear: mask, snorkel, fins, life vest
- ✓Fresh fish ceviche with tortilla chips
- ✓Fruit
- ✓2 waters, 2 soft drinks and 2 beers
Not included
- ✕Ferry tickets to Cozumel
- ✕GoPro photos
- ✕Gratuities
Pickup & meeting points
Where we pick you up depends on your city. Check yours before booking.
| You’re staying in | Pickup | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cozumel | Meeting point | Asta Bandera Monumental (monumental flagpole), Av. Rafael E. Melgar; the tour starts and ends here |
Meet us at the Asta Bandera Monumental de Cozumel (the monumental flagpole) on Av. Rafael E. Melgar, Cozumel. The tour starts and ends at this point. Hotel pickup is not included. If you are staying in Playa del Carmen, take the ferry to Cozumel before the tour; ferry tickets are not included.
Read this before you book
Send us your accommodation first. Not every address can be reached by our vehicles. Send your hotel or Airbnb to one of our advisors on WhatsApp and they will confirm whether we pick you up at the door or agree a meeting point nearby.
Your pickup time is not the tour start time. They are very different. We collect you well before activities begin, because the drive and the other pickups on the route take time. Your advisor gives you your exact pickup time when your booking is confirmed — go by that time, not by the departure hour shown on this page.
Itinerary
- Meet us at the flag monument in Cozumel
- Board the boat with your guide
- Get fitted with mask, fins and life vest
- Snorkel El Cielo and look for sea turtles
- Snorkel El Cielito and Colombia Reef
- Ceviche, fruit and drinks on board
- Return to the flag monument
What to bring
SwimsuitTowelBiodegradable sunscreenCash for tips
Frequently asked
How long is the El Cielo snorkeling tour?
About 4 hours. It starts and ends at the Asta Bandera Monumental on Av. Rafael E. Melgar in Cozumel.
Can kids join the tour?
Yes. Children from age 4 can join, and every snorkeler gets a life vest.
Do I need to be a strong swimmer?
No. The tour is rated suitable for all fitness levels, works for first-time snorkelers, and a life vest is part of the gear.
Is food included?
Yes. We serve fresh fish ceviche with tortilla chips and fruit on board, plus 2 waters, 2 soft drinks and 2 beers per guest.
Do you pick up from hotels or from Playa del Carmen?
No. You meet us at the meeting point in Cozumel. Guests staying in Playa del Carmen take the ferry to Cozumel first; ferry tickets are not included.
What should I bring?
A swimsuit, a towel and biodegradable sunscreen. All snorkel gear is provided.
Are photos included?
No. GoPro photos are not part of the tour.
Cancellation 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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