The 15 Best Snorkeling Trips in Cozumel

1.ATV 4×4+Snorkeling+Beach Club+ Lunch+Sabores de Cozumel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,468 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $89Our pick

Mix Cozumel ATV trails, shore snorkeling, tequila tasting, Mexican lunch, and beach time in one practical half-day adventure.

“Was picked up from just outside our hotel and taken to the site. Rode 4 wheelers, then had some of tastiest tacos, chocolate and then learned how tequila is made. Had some wonderful tequila all of this led by a wonderful tour guide. Went to Coco Beach which unfortunately had lots of seaweed or something near the entrance so we were not able to go into ocean. Had a wonderful tasty lunch and were returned to our hotel. Everyone was so incredibly amazing and such an amazing experience!”

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2.Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo Reefs

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,462 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Snorkel Palancar, Columbia, and El Cielo in four hours with guides, gear, drinks, and a small group in Cozumel.

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3.3 Reefs Boat Tour with Drinks and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,080 reviews · 4 hours · from $57

Snorkel three Cozumel reefs, spot turtles and stingrays, then enjoy Playa el Cielo with drinks and ceviche for $57.

“Loved this whole experience. We saw sting rays sharks and all sorts of fish. The guides were kind personable and made a great margarita.”

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4.Private Jeep Excursion in Cozumel with Lunch and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 718 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $74

Review of Cozumel’s private Jeep tour with snorkeling, lunch, Mayan ruins, island sights, pickup, and practical booking advice.

“Our tour guide, Carolina, was amazing and very knowledgeable about the island. She accommodated our wants and was very patient with our 3 year old. Highly recommend this tour and Carolina as the tour guide!”

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5.Cozumel Coral Reef Snorkeling by Glass Bottom Boat with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 543 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35Best value

Review of Cozumel’s affordable 2-hour glass-bottom boat snorkeling tour, with three reefs, friendly guides, gear, drinks, and practical tips.

“Miguel is amazing with children. He is very patient and professional. He loves his work and it shows”

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6.Jade Caverns Private Jeep Tour with Lunch and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 525 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89

Review of Cozumel’s private Jade Caverns Jeep Tour, with cenotes, snorkeling, tastings, Mexican lunch, guides, costs, and practical tips.

“Our guide was wonderful! When booking, we didn't realize the jade caverns weren't a good/safe spot for swimming or snorkeling. Turns out there is a lot of bats there, the water is pretty dirty, and the area is full of people crowding around to take photos really. Snorkeling is available at the beach club, but that's also the lunch location, so it would be very rushed. The included lunch is pretty minimal. I wish we could have skipped the tasting entirely; everyone there seemed annoyed that we weren't interested in tequila and wanted nothing to do with that.”

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7.Invisible Boat Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 297 reviews · 1 hour 35 minutes (approx.) · from $39

See Cozumel reefs through a clear-hull boat, with optional snorkeling, drinks, gear, and a small group for $39 plus a marine fee.

“We loved every part of it! We went with 4 people in their 40s and a 12 year old in our group. Older people and small kids were on boat as well. Everyone appeared to have a great time. Even if you choose not to snorkel (you should though, even if you are new to it!) looking through the boat down in the water is worth the trip! We felt very safe and would recommend to anyone! Thanks!”

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8.El Cielo Cozumel Snorkeling trip by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 276 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $95

Review of Cozumel’s El Cielo catamaran snorkel trip, with reef stops, turtles, starfish, drinks, beach time, costs, and booking tips.

“Water was absolutely gorgeous! Snacks and drinks were great! The guides were very knowledgeable and boat was nice!”

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9.ATV Mud Kicking and Snorkeling by Boat in Cozumel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 247 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Review of Cozumel’s ATV, cenote, snorkeling, lunch, and beach club tour, with honest advice on value, timing, transport, and what to expect.

“Would highly suggest the snorkeling but avoid the ATV ride. We just returned from a quick 4 night stay in Cozumel. We chose this excursion based on reviews so I thought I would come give a review to help others. We booked or tour for 11 AM. We thought we were going ATVing first and snorkeling second but when we arrived the man who greeted us said that we would be snorkeling first, which was fine but we were told to go lounge on the beach and that someone would get us when it was time. This did not happen. At about 11 we went seeking out our tour and…”

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10.VIP Glass Bottom Boat & Snorkeling 3 Reefs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 210 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Review of Cozumel’s $35 glass-bottom boat tour, with three reef stops, snorkeling, drinks, family tips, fees, and practical advice.

“My boys and I loved this tour! We had a group of 11 people with 2 guides and 1 photographer. My youngest had trouble snorkeling the day before but we were assured there was a guide to help him and he got the hang of it quickly. The photos they took were amazing, so bring extra cash in case you want to buy them. Drinks on board the boat was a nice addition. Very friendly guys, we would definitely recommend this tour. We got to see a pretty good variety of fish and a lot of starfish.”

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11.Cozumel Buggy Tour: Snorkeling , Otoch Mayan Experience & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 182 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $69

Review of Cozumel’s five-hour buggy tour with snorkeling, Maya culture, tequila tasting, island views, and fajita lunch.

“Had a great time and learned a lot about the island. The buggy was worn out and looked much better on the advertisement than in person. Food good. Not enough time to snorkel”

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12.Private Buggy Tour with Lunch & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 172 reviews · 5 hours · from $89

Explore Cozumel by open buggy, visit tequila country, snorkel clear Caribbean waters, and enjoy a Mexican lunch for $89.

“It was a amazing Tour with Ricardo (best Guide ever!!!) Tequila visit is interesting, but the bottles are too expensive. Thank you so much!”

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13.Cozumel Private Jeep Tour with Snorkeling Experience and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 160 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $80

Review of Cozumel’s private Jeep tour with tequila tasting, east-coast beaches, snorkeling, lunch, costs, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“We really enjoyed seeing the entire island; Jon was a terrific, knowledgeable guide! Beware though that the tequila is good and you will be asked to purchase some!”

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14.Cozumel Snorkeling Tour at Palancar & Colombia Reefs and El Cielo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 149 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $59

Review of Cozumel’s Palancar, Colombia Reef, and El Cielo snorkel tour, with reef stops, sea stars, turtles, drinks, snacks, and practical tips.

“This was a very poorly organized excursion. First, there was no clear instructions on where to go after arriving at the marina. I was staying in PDC so took the ferry over. Then I took a taxi to the marina. At the marina there was no signage or anyone at the doc. I was running around asking around where our tour was. I tried calling the number provided by Viator only for it to not work. Once I finally find our boat we arrive and assume the tour begins at 1pm which is what I paid for. Boy was I wrong. The boat wasn’t very nice so that was a…”

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15.El Cielo Cozumel Snorkeling tour by Private Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $789

Review of Cozumel’s private El Cielo snorkeling tour, with reef stops, starfish, turtles, ceviche, boat details, price, and practical tips.

“Garrison and Wilbur are excellent! Great trip; best snorkeling trip in Cozumel. Private tour boat was excellent for our group of 6.”

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