Cozumel Catamaran Snorkel Tour: Palancar Reef & Beach Club

Snorkel two Caribbean reefs, float in turquoise shallows, then slide and kayak at a private beach club

This 5.5-hour catamaran tour from Cozumel departs the downtown ferry dock, sails to Palancar Reef and El Cielo for snorkeling, and finishes at Fury Private Beach Club with food, drinks and water activities included. The boat carries up to 65 feet of deck space with shade, a freshwater shower and two bathrooms; snorkel equipment, guides in English or Spanish, and all meals and beverages are part of the price.

Step-by-step itinerary

Catamaran cruise with snorkeling and beach

• Meet at ferry dock in downtown Cozumel
• Board catamaran and begin ocean cruise
• Relax on catamaran and enjoy sea views
• Snorkel at Palancar Reef
• Swim and relax at El Cielo shallow waters
• Enjoy Fury Private Beach Club activities and lunch
• Sail back to Cozumel pier and disembark

The Experience

The day starts at the ferry dock in downtown Cozumel, where guides meet the group and walk everyone straight to the catamaran. Once aboard the 65-foot sailing boat, you get the full Caribbean setup: sun deck, shaded lounge, music, a stocked bar, and the Caribbean Sea opening up in front of you as the boat moves. The ride itself is built for comfort—easy water access by staircase, tables and seating, a freshwater shower, and two onboard bathrooms mean you can settle in for the journey between stops.

Palancar Reef is the first snorkel stop, and it's one of Cozumel's signature marine sites. You enter the clear water with snorkel gear provided and spend time in the colorful reef scenery with tropical fish and reef structure around you. The second stop, El Cielo, shifts the mood: it's a shallow-water area known for bright turquoise tones and starfish scattered along the sandy bottom. You can float, swim, or just drift in the calm water before the boat heads toward the beach club.

Fury Private Beach Club is where the afternoon settles in. The space has diving boards, water slides, kayaks, floating mats, stand-up paddleboards, and beach volleyball for anyone who wants to move around. Hammocks, umbrellas and lounge chairs are there for people who want to stay still. A Black Angus burger with fries arrives during this stop, and unlimited sodas and alcoholic drinks (for guests 18+) flow the whole time. When the beach club portion winds down, you sail back to the original pier in downtown Cozumel, with music and sea views carrying you through the final stretch.

What’s included

• Catamaran ride with sun deck and shaded lounge.
• snorkel equipment.
• entry to Palancar Reef and El Cielo.
• access to Fury Private Beach Club with diving boards, water slides, kayaks, floating mats, stand-up paddleboards and beach volleyball.
• Black Angus burger with fries.
• unlimited sodas and alcoholic drinks for guests 18+.
• certified guides in English and Spanish.
• dock tax.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Hi Travel Tours

Is this one for you?The pace moves between snorkeling and relaxation—two reef stops with water time, then a full afternoon at the beach club—so it suits people who want both activity and downtime without a rushed schedule. The catamaran handles the transport and timing, which means the day holds together without anyone planning the route or coordinating pickups.

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Top questions

What's the water like at Palancar Reef when you snorkel there?

Palancar Reef is a recognized marine area in Cozumel with clear Caribbean water, colorful reef scenery, and tropical marine life. It's one of the top snorkeling destinations in the Mexican Caribbean, so the underwater setting is the main draw of that stop.

Is snorkel equipment included, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkel equipment is included with the tour. The catamaran provides it, so you don't need to arrange or carry your own gear.

What happens at Fury Beach Club during the tour?

Fury Private Beach Club is the afternoon portion of the tour. You have access to diving boards, water slides, kayaks, floating mats, stand-up paddleboards, hammocks, lounge chairs and beach volleyball. A Black Angus burger with fries is served, and unlimited sodas and alcoholic drinks (for guests 18+) are available throughout the stop.

Does the catamaran have bathrooms and shade?

Yes. The 65-foot catamaran has two onboard bathrooms, a freshwater shower, a sun deck, and a shaded lounge area so you can rest between snorkel stops and water activities.

What language do the guides speak?

Guides are certified and speak English and Spanish, so communication is available in both languages throughout the tour.

How long is the whole tour from start to finish?

The tour runs 5.5 hours total, starting at the downtown Cozumel ferry dock and ending at the same location after the return sail from Fury Beach Club.