Caribbean Coast Catamaran Snorkelling with Turtles & Diving

Snorkel among turtles, dive if you want, paddle between

A small-group catamaran day on the Caribbean coast combines snorkelling at reef sites with observation of sea turtles in their natural environment, plus the option to try bottle diving under instructor supervision. The boat carries a maximum of 14 people, includes snorkelling equipment and professional guidance on marine species, and runs 7.5 hours with paddles and a water playground on board. Bottle diving (baptism for beginners or exploration for certified divers) is available as an add-on. A BBQ meal prepared on board can be ordered separately.

The experience

The day starts with the catamaran heading to reef sites selected for their biodiversity and regular turtle presence. You snorkel in several areas, watching fish, corals and other marine life while the guide explains the species and their behaviour from the boat between swims. The boat itself runs on solar panels and optimized fuel consumption, so the navigation itself follows an eco-responsible approach.

Late morning brings you to a zone where sea turtles gather, and you observe them in their natural environment while in the water. If you want to go deeper, bottle diving happens here under qualified instructor supervision: beginners can do a baptism dive, and certified divers can do an exploration dive. Those staying with snorkelling continue into the afternoon with more reef time, then move to the water playground and paddles on board. The guide speaks English, Spanish, French or German throughout the day.

A BBQ meal prepared on board is available for an additional cost and is known for its quality. Public transportation options are nearby if you need them to reach the departure point.

What’s included

• Snorkelling equipment (fins, mask, shorties and buoyancy aids).
• professional instructor supervision.
• explanations of marine biodiversity and observed species.
• access to the water playground on board.
• paddles.
• small-group catamaran with a maximum of 14 people.
• bottle diving available as an add-on for beginners (baptism) or certified divers (exploration).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except SaturdayDeparts at 08:30

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (10 and older) · Child (5 to 9 years) · Infant (under 5)

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Paid on site€ 160

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Catamaran ATAO Plongee

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to snorkel and dive on the same day. The boat offers both a beginner dive baptism and exploration dives for certified divers, so you choose your water time based on your certification level.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 9 years); Infant (under 5).

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.

Can I snorkel if I've never done it before?

Yes. Snorkelling equipment (fins, mask, shorties and buoyancy aids) is provided, and professional instructors supervise all water time. The day is suitable for all physical fitness levels, so beginners are welcome to snorkel at their own pace.

What's the difference between the baptism dive and the exploration dive?

Bottle diving is offered as a baptism (for beginners with no certification) or exploration (for certified divers). Both happen under qualified instructor supervision at the same reef sites where you snorkel. Baptism and exploration dives each cost extra and are optional add-ons to the snorkelling day.

How many people will be on the catamaran?

The catamaran carries a maximum of 14 people, keeping the group small enough for a personalized experience and closer attention from the guide.

What happens if I don't want to dive? Can I still have a full day?

Absolutely. Snorkelling, the water playground and paddles fill the afternoon whether you dive or not. Bottle diving is entirely optional. The core day is snorkelling at multiple reef sites and turtle observation.

Is there food included, or do I need to bring my own?

A BBQ meal prepared on board is available for an additional cost per person (26€ for adults, 14€ for children). You can order it when you book or decide later. It's not included in the base ticket price.