Snorkeling in Cozumel: Catamaran with El Cielo & Beach Club

Snorkel the Cozumel Reefs, then drift in starfish-filled shallows at El Cielo

A six-hour catamaran snorkeling tour in Cozumel combines three snorkeling stops—the Cozumel Reefs, El Cielo, and El Cielito—with lunch and beach club access at Kuzá Park. The boat carries a certified captain and crew; snorkel gear, life jackets, and the marine park entrance fee are included. An open bar with rum punch and margaritas runs the whole day. Lunch at Kuzá is your choice of fish, chicken, beef, or vegetarian tacos with hibiscus water. The tour ends at the beach club, where you can use the aquatic park facilities before heading back.

Step-by-step itinerary

Cozumel Catamaran and Beach Club

• Snorkel Cozumel Reefs coral gardens
• Swim and relax at El Cielo sandbars
• Sail aboard catamaran with open bar
• Relax at Kuzá Beach & Adventure Park
• Enjoy lunch with taco and hibiscus water

The Experience

Six hours aboard a catamaran means three separate snorkeling spots without the rush of a speedboat. You start at the Cozumel Reefs, where the coral gardens sit in clear Caribbean water and tropical fish move through the shallows—snorkel gear is fitted and ready before you leave the dock. The crew handles the boat and the timing; you handle the mask and fins.

El Cielo and El Cielito are sandbars in water so shallow and clear you can see the starfish on the bottom without diving. Most people float here rather than snorkel, which is the point: the water is warm, the sand is white, and the scenery is the kind you came to the Caribbean to see. The catamaran stays anchored while you're in the water, so there's no scramble to get back on board.

Between stops, the open bar keeps rum punch and margaritas flowing, and the crew plays music on deck. Lunch happens at Kuzá Beach & Adventure Park, where you pick your taco—fish, chicken, beef, or vegetarian—and get two glasses of fresh hibiscus water. After eating, you can use the park's aquatic facilities and the white sand beach before the catamaran takes you back. The whole day is six hours from start to finish, with travel time built in.

What’s included

• Snorkel gear, life jackets, and Cozumel National Marine Park entrance fee.
• a certified captain and crew.
• an open bar onboard with rum punch and margaritas.
• lunch at Kuzá Beach Park with your choice of fish, chicken, beef, or vegetarian tacos and two glasses of hibiscus water.
• access to Kuzá Beach & Adventure Park including the aquatic park facilities.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Next Experience Travel

Is this one for you?Choose this catamaran if you want multiple snorkeling stops—Cozumel Reefs, El Cielo, and El Cielito—visited in sequence on one boat rather than booking separate excursions.

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Top questions

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

Snorkeling equipment and instruction are included, and the crew is certified. You need to be a proficient swimmer and in good health; snorkeling is recommended for guests aged six and older. If you're bringing children under eighteen, a signed liability waiver is required.

What's the difference between El Cielo and El Cielito?

Both are shallow sandbars with turquoise water and starfish on the bottom. El Cielito is smaller and sits next to El Cielo; the catamaran stops at both so you get two separate spots to swim and float in the same morning.

Is the open bar included, or do I pay extra for drinks?

Rum punch and margaritas are included onboard throughout the day. You must be eighteen or older to drink alcohol. Water and non-alcoholic options are available as well.

What if I'm on a cruise ship—how does pickup work?

Public transportation options are available near the dock. When you book, provide your cruise ship's name and the time it will be at port so the tour operator can coordinate your return before departure.

Is lunch included, and can I choose what I eat?

Lunch at Kuzá Beach Park is included and you choose your taco: battered fish, chicken fajitas, beef fajitas, or vegetarian. You also get two glasses of fresh hibiscus water with the meal.

What's included in the Kuzá Beach Club access?

Kuzá Beach & Adventure Park access includes the white sand beach, turquoise water for swimming, and the aquatic park facilities. You can use these after lunch before the catamaran returns.