Snorkeling in Sosua: Two reefs and beach time

Two reefs, a guide, and an afternoon on Sosua Beach

Snorkel two reefs off Sosua Beach with a guide who provides all equipment, instruction and hotel pickup. You'll start at the Eric Tours office, board a boat to the Three Rocks reef and then Sosua Bay, and finish the afternoon in a sun chair on the beach with access to shops and restaurants. Children from age 6 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Snorkeling and beach relaxation in Sosua

• Meet snorkeling guide at Eric Tours office
• Receive snorkeling equipment and instructions
• Boat trip to Three Rocks snorkeling reef
• Snorkel at Sosua Bay reef
• Relax on Sosua Beach with sun chair
• Swim and enjoy beach scenery
• Optional shopping, eating, and drinking

The experience

You meet your guide at the Eric Tours office, where you get fitted with a mask, fins and an inflatable snorkel vest before boarding the boat. The guide walks you through the basics, so even if you've never snorkeled, you'll know what to expect in the water. The boat takes you out to the Three Rocks, your first reef, then returns to Sosua Bay for the second one. The water is warm and clear, and the reefs sit close enough to shore that the whole snorkeling portion stays manageable: no long boat rides or deep dives.

After you're done in the water, the activity shifts. You get a sun chair on Sosua Beach itself, where you can dry off, swim again if you want, or just sit. The beach has shops, bars and restaurants within walking distance, so you can grab lunch or a drink on your own if you're hungry. This isn't a rushed handoff to a beach club. You have real time to settle in and move at your own pace.

The whole experience runs five to six hours from pickup to drop-off. That leaves room for an early start to your day or time to do something else afterward, depending on when the boat departs. Bottled water comes with you on the boat, so you're covered for hydration while you're out on the water.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, inflatable vest).
• guide in English, Spanish, French, German or another language.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• bottled water on the boat.
• sun chair on Sosua Beach.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Friday and SundayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to16h before

AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Dutch

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 15 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Eric Tours International

Is this one for you?The five- to six-hour timeframe fits a half-day slot if you have an early or late flight, or leaves your morning or evening free if you're staying longer. The beach time at the end means you're not rushed back to your hotel the moment snorkeling ends.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Dutch.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 11 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the two snorkeling reefs I'll visit off Sosua?

The Three Rocks is your first reef, then you return to Sosua Bay for the second one. Both sit close to shore in warm, clear water.

Do I need to bring my own snorkeling gear?

No. The operator provides a mask, fins and an inflatable snorkel vest, plus instruction before you enter the water.

What happens after snorkeling ends?

You get a sun chair on Sosua Beach where you can relax, swim again or explore the beach. Shops, bars and restaurants are nearby if you want to eat or drink on your own.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. The operator picks you up from your hotel and drops you back after the activity ends.

How long does the whole activity take?

Five to six hours from pickup to drop-off, including the boat ride, two snorkeling reefs and beach time.