Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo Reefs
Overview
Whether you're an experienced snorkeler or an absolute beginner, fully trained guides let you make the most of Cozumel's famous reef on this half-day snorkeling tour. Hit three of the island's hottest snorkeling spots: Palancar Reef, Columbia Reef and Playa el Cielo, known for the starfish that decorate its white sands. Your package includes drinks and snorkeling gear; marine fees are payable in cash on the day.
Choosing our snorkeling tour ensures a unique and unforgettable experience, as we prioritize small group sizes for personalized attention and provide expert guides who share their knowledge and passion for Cozumel's marine life. Our tours offer the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and exploration, making it the ultimate snorkeling experience in the Caribbean.
What's Included
- Complimentary beverages and drinks
- Snorkeling equipment and lifejacket
- Snorkeling experience at Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo reefs
- Complimentary snack of fish ceviche and/or guacamole and fruit
- Bilingual guides (Spanish and English)
- Dock Tax and Service fees (450 MXN per person)
Meeting Location
Av. Rafael E Melgar 1
San Miguel Cozumel, Centro, 77600 Cozumel, QROO, Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Cozumel (pass by)
Palancar Reef
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Columbia Reef
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
El Cielo Cozumel
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
El Cielo Cozumel Sandbar
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cozumel
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The ages registered at the time of reservation must match those declared at check-in. If it differs, if a passenger is registered as an infant or minor, and due to his age he is already considered an adult, the ticket is updated at check-in and the difference is paid for conversion to a higher ticket.
- For safety and operational reasons, infants who are 1 year and 11 months old or younger cannot take part in this experience and are not permitted to board the boats.
- For safety reasons, travelers who are 2 months pregnant or further along are not allowed to join this activity.
- The meal included with this excursion is served as a fixed dish. At this time, substitutions or adjustments are not available for dietary restrictions, food preferences, personal tastes, or any other special meal requests.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: Will I get seasick on Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo Reefs?
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Activity code: C-406344P10
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Complimentary beverages and drinks.
- Snorkeling equipment and lifejacket.
- Snorkeling experience at Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo reefs.
- Complimentary snack of fish ceviche and/or guacamole and fruit.
- Bilingual guides (Spanish and English).
- Dock Tax and Service fees (450 MXN per person).
The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo Reefs is as follows:
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cozumel Snorkeling Tour: Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo Reefs will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Complimentary beverages and drinks
- Snorkeling equipment and lifejacket
- Snorkeling experience at Palancar, Columbia and El Cielo reefs
- Complimentary snack of fish ceviche and/or guacamole and fruit
- Bilingual guides (Spanish and English)
- Dock Tax and Service fees (450 MXN per person)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The ages registered at the time of reservation must match those declared at check-in. If it differs, if a passenger is registered as an infant or minor, and due to his age he is already considered an adult, the ticket is updated at check-in and the difference is paid for conversion to a higher ticket.
- For safety and operational reasons, infants who are 1 year and 11 months old or younger cannot take part in this experience and are not permitted to board the boats.
- For safety reasons, travelers who are 2 months pregnant or further along are not allowed to join this activity.
- The meal included with this excursion is served as a fixed dish. At this time, substitutions or adjustments are not available for dietary restrictions, food preferences, personal tastes, or any other special meal requests.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
- Operated by a business
