Top 5 Catamaran Snorkeling Cruises in Cozumel

1.Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 330 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $79Our pick

Sail from The Money Bar with guides such as Jonathan, Carlos, Pedro, and Israel to snorkel at Colombia and Palancar reefs, then swim with rays and starfish at El Cielo. The $79.99 tour includes equipment, drinks, fruit, chips, ceviche, and Money Bar facilities. Expect a shared boat of up to 30 people.

“So much fun! Guides were all about safety! Felt safe and was able to enjoy the snorkel without a worry in the world! They took some great pictures that were very reasonably priced. Definitely recommend!”

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2.El Cielo Cozumel Snorkeling trip by Catamaran

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

Cruise from Marina Cozumel to Palancar, Columbia, and El Cielo aboard a catamaran for about four hours. You’ll snorkel with provided gear, look for turtles, starfish, and rays, then enjoy drinks, ceviche or snacks, and a beach stop. Guides such as David, Elias, and Oliver have helped lead past trips, though the boat and route can vary.

“We had a great time and saw many animals/fish! I highly recommend! The staff are fun and friendly too.”

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3.Cozumel Catamaran Snorkeling Tour & lunch®

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 109 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

You’ll sail from Royal Village to Colombia or Palancar Reef, snorkel with provided gear, visit El Cielo and El Cielito, then enjoy regional food and an open bar at Playa Mia. The tour runs Monday to Saturday at 11 a.m. and suits confident swimmers who can manage a boat ladder.

“Loved the staff! They were very engaged with the guests on the boat. Great service! The food at the buffet was mediocre at best but.....the rest of the trip made it well worth it!”

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4.El Cielo Cozumel Snorkel tour by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 52 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours aboard an insured catamaran from Marina Cozumel, stopping at Palancar, Columbia Reef, Turtle Bay, and the shallow waters of El Cielo. Your English-speaking crew supplies gear, guides the snorkeling, and serves ceviche, chips, beer, soft drinks, water, and margaritas. Groups are capped at 25.

“this was a great experience. The guides were great, and we really enjoyed all the sites that we were able to see.! the weather was beautiful we could not have asked for a better experience”

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5.Cozumel Catamaran Snorkeling Tour & lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 42 reviews · 6 hours · from $90

Spend six hours aboard a snorkeling catamaran from Playa Mia, with a PADI-certified guide, gear, drinks, Palancar Reef, and El Cielo Bay. After snorkeling, enjoy lunch and beach time. The trip costs $90, plus a $13 marine-park fee, and operates Monday through Saturday.

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