Snorkeling in Cozumel: Buggy drive, Punta Sur Park & reef

Drive your own buggy to hidden beaches, wildlife at Punta Sur, and a local feast.

A 6-hour Cozumel shore excursion for cruise passengers combines buggy driving, a visit to Punta Sur Park's ecological reserve, and guided snorkeling from the beach, with lunch and all equipment included. The tour departs and returns on a schedule timed to your ship, and a certified guide leads the snorkeling portion while you navigate the buggy yourself. Children from age 7 are welcome. All drivers need a valid license and must be at least 16.

Step-by-step itinerary

Buggy tour, park visit, snorkeling and meal

• Drive open-air buggy along coast
• Relax at Caribbean beach
• Explore Punta Sur Park and lighthouse
• Snorkel in Caribbean Sea with guide
• Enjoy Mexican meal by ocean

The experience

You start behind the wheel of an open-air buggy, driving yourself along Cozumel's coastal routes at your own pace: no guide narrating from a seat behind you, no bus windows between you and the scenery. The first stop is a Caribbean beach with white sand and warm, clear water. Swim, play beach volleyball if the mood strikes, or settle into a chair and watch the ocean. The buggy is yours to control the whole time, which means you set the tempo and choose how long to linger.

Punta Sur Park, Cozumel's largest ecological reserve, is next. Climb the historic lighthouse for views across the turquoise coastline, and watch for crocodiles and exotic birds moving through their habitat. The park sprawls across enough ground that you'll see why it matters to the island's ecosystem, not just why it photographs well. A guide walks you through it and points out what to look for.

The snorkeling happens from the shore, not from a boat. A certified guide leads you into the Caribbean to swim the coral reefs and spot tropical fish and other marine life. You step in from the sand, mask and fins already on, and the reef is right there. After you surface, a freshly prepared Mexican meal waits by the ocean: chicken fajitas, fish tacos, quesadillas, and drinks. The whole tour runs 6 hours from pickup to return, with transportation time built in between stops.

What’s included

• Round transportation from your designated pickup location.
• buggy rental for the full tour.
• entrance fee to Punta Sur Park.
• snorkeling equipment and safety gear.
• a certified guide for the snorkeling portion.
• lunch with a choice of Mexican dishes and drinks.

Before you book

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Amigo Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to drive yourself and control the pace: the buggy puts you in the driver's seat instead of watching from a bus seat, and the snorkeling from the beach means no boat ride. The fixed schedule is what keeps all three stops inside your port time without you building the itinerary yourself.

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Top questions

Can I really drive the buggy myself, or does a guide drive while I sit as a passenger?

You drive the buggy yourself the entire time. It's an open-air vehicle, and you control the route and pace along Cozumel's coastal roads. A guide meets you at the snorkeling stop and leads that portion from the water.

What exactly is Punta Sur Park, and what will I see there?

Punta Sur Park is Cozumel's largest ecological reserve, home to a historic lighthouse you can climb for panoramic coastal views, plus crocodiles, exotic birds, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. A guide walks you through the park and points out what to look for.

Do I need snorkeling experience, or will the guide teach me what to do?

A certified guide leads the snorkeling session from the shore, so you don't need prior experience. The guide provides all safety equipment and instruction before you enter the water to swim the coral reefs.

What's included in the lunch, and when do we eat?

Lunch is a freshly prepared Mexican meal served by the ocean after snorkeling, with choices like chicken fajitas, fish tacos, or quesadillas, plus refreshing drinks. The meal wraps up your day before the return to the ship.

Is this tour timed to fit a cruise ship schedule?

Yes, the tour is designed for cruise passengers and timed to fit within your port time in Cozumel. Pickup and return are scheduled around your ship's departure so you can complete the full adventure and get back on time.

What are the age and fitness requirements?

Children must be at least 7 years old to join. All buggy drivers need a valid driver's license and must be at least 16. The tour requires a moderate level of physical fitness and is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy.