Cozumel: Clear Boat, Buggy Drive & Mayan Rituals with Lunch

Summary

Snorkel clear waters buggy to San Martin join Mayan rituals

You’ll float above Cozumel’s reefs on a transparent boat, drive buggies along wild roads to San Martin Beach, and join locals for Mayan rituals plus honey and tequila tastings. With lunch included and a friendly guide throughout, expect moments that surprise you — and maybe even linger after you’ve left.

What’s the experience like?

We were barely five minutes into the Cozumel tour when our guide, Luis, grinned and handed me a cold bottle of water — “You’ll want this for the sun,” he said. I didn’t realize how right he was until we stepped onto that clear boat. The floor was see-through, so you could watch fish darting below your feet while the salty breeze tangled my hair. Someone behind us gasped when a school of blue tangs zipped past. It’s funny — I thought I’d be nervous on a transparent boat, but it felt more like floating than sailing.

After snorkeling (I swallowed half the ocean trying to laugh underwater), we hopped into these buggies that looked like they’d seen some stories. Luis led the way across Cozumel’s backroads toward San Martin Beach Club. The sand there is almost blindingly white, and there was this faint smell of grilled fish drifting from somewhere nearby. We just sprawled out for a bit — I tried to take one of those “perfect” photos but ended up with sand in my lens instead. Oh well.

The Otoch Mayan Experience was nothing like I expected. There was music — not loud, but rhythmic — and a woman named Marisol showed us how they make honey from stingless bees. She let me taste some; it was tangy and floral at the same time. We watched a short ritual dance (I still hear those wooden rattles in my head) and then learned about tequila from a guy who joked that his grandfather invented hangovers. Lunch was fajitas with guacamole and pico de gallo — messy but so good after all that sun.

I keep thinking about that moment on the beach when everything went quiet except for the waves and someone’s laughter drifting over from the next table. If you’re looking for a day trip in Cozumel that feels real — not just photos for Instagram — this one sticks with you long after you’ve rinsed off the salt.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore reef, beach, and Mayan culture

• Tour transparent boat with 360 view
• Stop at San Martin Beach for sunbathing
• Enjoy Mexican lunch at beach club
• Experience Otoch Mayan rituals and dances
• Take tequila production and tasting tour

Top questions

Is snorkeling equipment included on this Cozumel tour?

Yes, snorkeling is included as part of the clear boat experience.

Does this day trip include lunch?

Yes, lunch is provided at a Mexican restaurant with fajitas and sides.

Are drinks provided during the tour?

Beer, bottled water, and sodas are included throughout the day.

Is there hotel pickup or transportation included?

The tour includes pickup; public transport options are also nearby.

Can infants or small children join this Cozumel buggy tour?

Yes, infants can ride in prams or strollers; infant seats are available.

What cultural activities are part of the Otoch Mayan Experience?

You’ll participate in traditional rituals, dances, honey tasting, and learn about tequila production with tasting.

How long do we spend at San Martin Beach Club?

You’ll have time to relax on the beach or swim before heading to the next stop.

What’s included

Your day includes guided transport by clear boat and buggy across Cozumel, snorkeling gear, drinks like beer or soda, entry to Otoch Mayan Park for honey and tequila tastings with local hosts, plus a hearty Mexican lunch featuring fajitas with guacamole and pico de gallo before returning relaxed (and probably sandy).