Cozumel Private Catamaran Cruise: snorkel, lunch and drinks

Reef snorkeling, a beach stop, lunch and drinks aboard your own boat

A private catamaran cruise in Cozumel for groups up to 20 people, with snorkeling gear, lunch, drinks and your choice of stops—the reef, Passion Island to the north, or a sandy beach. A professional snorkel guide customizes the route and timing to suit your group, and the boat carries kayaks and paddleboards if you want them. Five hours total.

The Experience

The boat leaves with a full crew and a snorkel expert on board. You choose the day's shape: snorkel over the reef in Cozumel's waters, visit the starfish site, explore Passion Island to the north, or anchor at a deserted stretch of sand—the guide reads the group and the conditions and builds the stops around what you want. All snorkel equipment is furnished, and the boat carries kayaks, paddleboards and swings if anyone wants to use them.

Lunch and drinks are part of the day. You pick your meal options ahead of time, and the boat stocks an open bar with alcohol, sodas, juice and fresh fruit. The crew handles the setup and the timing, so the five hours hold together without anyone managing logistics. Infants can ride in a pram or stroller, and the boat is wheelchair accessible—easy access for all ages and fitness levels.

The catamaran size and layout depend on your group: the operator matches the vessel to your headcount and what you want to do, whether that's a full day of snorkeling, a relaxed sail, or a mix of both. The guide speaks English or Spanish and customizes the whole experience to suit your group's pace.

What’s included

• All snorkel equipment.
• lunch with your choice of meal options.
• open bar with alcohol, sodas, juice and fresh fruit.
• kayaks, paddleboards and swings on board.
• professional snorkel guide in English or Spanish.
• full crew service for five hours.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Cozumel Tours & Excursions By Flip

Is this one for you?At five hours, the cruise fits into a half-day without eating the whole afternoon—snorkel, eat and explore a beach or island stop, then return with time to rest or do something else. If you need a full-day excursion or want to stay out longer, ask the operator about extending it.

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Top questions

What's the water like for snorkeling off Cozumel?

The reef in Cozumel's waters is the main snorkel site, and the guide takes you out with all equipment furnished. The starfish site and the beach stops are alternatives if the reef conditions shift or your group prefers calmer water.

Is the five-hour cruise enough time to snorkel and eat?

Five hours covers snorkeling at your chosen stop, lunch, drinks and a beach or island visit. The guide paces the day so all three happen without rushing, and you're back with time left in your afternoon.

Can kids and babies come on the catamaran?

Yes. Infants can ride in a pram or stroller and must sit on an adult's lap during the boat ride. The boat is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all physical fitness levels, so families with young children and mixed abilities travel together easily.

What if someone in the group doesn't want to snorkel?

The boat carries kayaks, paddleboards and swings, so non-snorkelers can paddle, swing or relax on deck while others are in the water. The guide customizes the stops to mix activities, so everyone finds something to do.

Do I need to bring my own snorkel gear?

No. All snorkel equipment is furnished on the boat. You just need to bring a swimsuit and sunscreen.

What drinks and food are included?

Lunch with special meal options you choose beforehand, plus an open bar with alcohol, sodas, juice and fresh fruit throughout the day.