Cozumel: El Cielo & Palancar Catamaran Cruise and Snorkel Tour
Overview
Experience the best snorkeling tour in Cozumel with a full-day catamaran adventure!
Snorkel at Palancar or Colombia Reef, part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, and swim among vibrant coral and tropical marine life. Relax in El Cielo’s crystal-clear, starfish-filled waters — one of Cozumel’s top natural attractions.
Then, head to Kuza Beach Park to enjoy a delicious lunch and free time in a beautiful beachfront setting. Relax on white-sand beaches, take in the Caribbean views, or have fun at the oceanfront water park. This Cozumel snorkeling tour combines reef exploration, beach time, and relaxation for an unforgettable day in the Mexican Caribbean. The catamaran ride offers a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere with music and a friendly onboard vibe.
Don’t miss the chance to snorkel Cozumel’s world-famous reefs, relax in the crystal-clear waters of El Cielo, and enjoy the best of Kuza Beach Park book your spot now for an unforgettable day in the Mexican Caribbean!
What's Included
- Cultural performance
- Catamaran marine transportation
- Buffet lunch at local restaurant
- Light snack during the navigation
- Bilingual certified dive master
- Open bar of drinks (sodas, water, alcoholic beverages)
- Full snorkel equipment and life vest
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Marine Park tax
Meeting Location
Avenida Rafael E. Melgar
Centro, Cozumel, Q.R., 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
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Palancar Reef
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Playa El Cielo
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Cozumel
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The minimum age to participate in the snorkel activity is 8 years old.
- The snorkel activity could be canceled due to bad weather.
- This tour is inaccessible for children younger than 8 years old, pregnant women, people with asthma, heart conditions, respiratory conditions, blood pressure conditions, back/neck injuries or any other serious medical problem.
- All participants must be self-sufficient, proficient swimmers and in sound health.
- Starting time is usually at 10:00 am, but there are some exceptional cases in which the tour may start at 11:00 am.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 70 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Cozumel: El Cielo & Palancar Catamaran Cruise and Snorkel Tour?
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Activity code: C-5885P354
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Average 3.33 out of 5 stars based on 3 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions 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).
- Cultural performance.
- Catamaran marine transportation.
- Buffet lunch at local restaurant.
- Light snack during the navigation.
- Bilingual certified dive master.
- Open bar of drinks (sodas, water, alcoholic beverages).
- Full snorkel equipment and life vest.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Gratuities.
- Marine Park tax.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. 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: El Cielo & Palancar Catamaran Cruise and Snorkel Tour is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cozumel: El Cielo & Palancar Catamaran Cruise and Snorkel Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Cultural performance
- Catamaran marine transportation
- Buffet lunch at local restaurant
- Light snack during the navigation
- Bilingual certified dive master
- Open bar of drinks (sodas, water, alcoholic beverages)
- Full snorkel equipment and life vest
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Marine Park tax
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The minimum age to participate in the snorkel activity is 8 years old.
- The snorkel activity could be canceled due to bad weather.
- This tour is inaccessible for children younger than 8 years old, pregnant women, people with asthma, heart conditions, respiratory conditions, blood pressure conditions, back/neck injuries or any other serious medical problem.
- All participants must be self-sufficient, proficient swimmers and in sound health.
- Starting time is usually at 10:00 am, but there are some exceptional cases in which the tour may start at 11:00 am.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 70 travelers
