Snorkeling in Cozumel: Private 47ft Catamaran with El Cielo

Snorkel Cozumel's reefs at your own pace, then drift in El Cielo's turquoise shallows.

A private 6-hour snorkeling charter in Cozumel for up to 30 guests aboard Nemo, a 47ft catamaran equipped with paddleboards, kayaks and a floating mat. The boat includes guided snorkeling at Palancar Reef, Colombia Reef or both depending on conditions and group preference, plus time at El Cielo and El Cielito: shallow turquoise bays known for starfish and white sand. Fresh lunch, an open bar, snorkel gear and flotation vests are included. The charter departs from Marina ASIPONA/FONATUR, a 5–10 minute taxi ride from Cozumel's cruise terminals and downtown ferry.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Chankanaab Adventure Beach Parkpass by
2. Palancar Reef45m · entry included
3. Columbia Reef45m · entry included
4. Playa El Cielo3h · entry included

Catamaran cruise and snorkeling tour

• Board Nemo catamaran in Cozumel
• Cruise south along Cozumel shoreline
• Pass Chankanaab coastline
• Snorkel at Palancar Reef
• Snorkel at Columbia Reef
• Swim and relax at El Cielo and El Cielito
• Enjoy fresh lunch aboard
• Use open bar and onboard amenities

The experience

Nemo leaves from Marina ASIPONA/FONATUR and heads south along Cozumel's shoreline, passing Chankanaab's coastline as it moves toward the Marine Park. The boat is a working catamaran (large open deck, shaded areas, an air-conditioned indoor salon, separate bathrooms, a freshwater shower), so there's room to move around between snorkeling stops. Because the charter is private, the captain adjusts the route and timing around what your group wants: more time at a particular reef, extra swimming, or a longer stay at El Cielo if the water and weather favor it.

Snorkeling happens at reefs chosen by conditions and your interests. Palancar Reef and Colombia Reef are both major Marine Park sites. The guide leads you through the formations and points out the fish and coral. El Cielo and El Cielito are the signature stops: shallow turquoise water over white sand where starfish sit on the bottom and you can wade or float without much current. Snorkel gear and flotation vests are provided. If you want to stay on deck, the paddleboard, kayak and giant floating mat are there too.

Lunch is prepared aboard: guacamole with chips, fresh fruit, fish ceviche, grilled fish and shrimp, quesadillas, tacos, chicken fajitas and Mexican salsas. The open bar runs the whole charter: Tecate Light, Corona, Captain Morgan rum, tequila, margaritas, Cuba Libres and mixed drinks. Bottled water, Coca-Cola and juices are also available. All Marine Park fees and taxes are included in the price.

What’s included

• Snorkel gear and flotation vests.
• paddleboard, kayak and giant floating mat.
• fresh lunch with ceviche, grilled fish and shrimp, quesadillas, tacos and fajitas.
• open bar with beer, rum, tequila, margaritas and mixed drinks.
• bottled water and juices.
• all Marine Park fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

5 options

Private for up to 10 guestsUp to 10 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 11 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 17:00Select 1 guest for a group of 10

Private for up to 15 guestsUp to 15 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 21 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 17:00Select 1 guest for a group of 15

Private for up to 20 guestsUp to 20 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 21 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 17:00Select 1 guest for a group of 20

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Private for up to 25 guestsUp to 25 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 21 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 17:00Select 1 guest for a group of 25

Private for up to 30 guestsUp to 30 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · 21 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 17:00Select 1 guest for a group of 30

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day21 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 17:00

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

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.

Paid on siteUS$ 10

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcome

Operated by First Lady Charters

Is this one for you?Book this charter if your group is between 10 and 30 people and wants a private boat where the captain adjusts the reefs and timing to match your interests: no fixed itinerary, no other groups, no compromise on where you stop or how long you stay.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

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.

What reefs will we snorkel at on this charter?

The charter visits reefs in Cozumel's Marine Park, typically Palancar Reef or Colombia Reef depending on conditions, timing and what your group prefers. El Cielo and El Cielito, shallow turquoise bays with white sand and starfish, are the signature stops on every charter.

How many people can fit on the boat?

Nemo accommodates up to 30 guests maximum, though you can book for smaller groups. The boat is yours alone either way, and the crew adjusts the day around your party size and interests.

What's included in the price?

Snorkel gear, flotation vests, fresh lunch, an open bar with beer, rum, tequila and mixed drinks, bottled water, juices, paddleboards, kayak and floating mat, plus all Marine Park fees and taxes are included.

How do we get to the boat from the cruise port or ferry terminal?

Marina ASIPONA/FONATUR is a 5–10 minute taxi ride from Cozumel's cruise terminals and downtown ferry terminal. Taxis are readily available. Optional hotel or private-pier pickup can be arranged at checkout.

How long is the snorkeling charter?

The charter runs 6 hours total, which includes the boat ride to the reefs, snorkeling time, the stop at El Cielo, lunch and the return to the marina.

Do we need snorkeling experience?

The charter is suitable for all physical fitness levels. A guide leads the snorkeling, and flotation vests are provided. If you prefer not to snorkel, you can stay on deck with the paddleboards, kayak and floating mat.