Yacht and swimmers at El Cielo, Cozumel

Cozumel snorkel & El Cielo

Cozumel · departs from Playa del Carmen8 to 9 hours

From $109 USD per person · approx. $1,960 MXN

Overview

You cross by ferry from Playa del Carmen and board a speedboat along Cozumel's southwest coast. You snorkel two coral reefs full of colorful fish and, with luck, turtles.

The third stop is El Cielo, a shallow turquoise sandbar where you can see starfish. Afterwards there is time at a beach club.

Highlights

  • Coral reef snorkeling
  • Starfish at El Cielo
  • Ferry and speedboat
  • Beach club

What's included

  • Round-trip ferry Playa del Carmen – Cozumel
  • Boat with captain and guide
  • Snorkel gear and life jacket
  • Lunch at a beach club
  • Water and soft drinks

Not included

  • Marine park wristband
  • Transport to the Playa del Carmen pier
  • Tips

Itinerary

  1. Ferry from Playa del Carmen
  2. First reef
  3. Second reef
  4. El Cielo
  5. Lunch and beach club
  6. Ferry back

Approximate times; the operator confirms the exact pickup time.

What to bring

  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Biodegradable sunscreen
  • Motion sickness pill
  • ID

Important information

  • Starfish must not be touched or lifted
  • The ferry can be bumpy in wind
  • Life jacket required for non-swimmers

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Questions about this tour

Can I join from Cancún?

Yes, with transport to Playa del Carmen. It is about an hour's drive.

Is there current on the reefs?

Sometimes. That is why the guide picks the spots based on that day's sea.

Are cruise ships in port that day?

Possibly. The guide adjusts timings to avoid the busiest hours.

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