Private Cozumel Island Tour: Snorkel, Shop, Explore at Your Pace

A local guide steers. You decide what the day holds.

A private Cozumel island tour with a local guide, hotel pickup, air-conditioned vehicle and cooler with water and ice. You pick whether to snorkel the reefs, walk downtown shops, hit wild beaches on the east coast, or add optional stops like San Gervasio Mayan Ruins or Punta Sur Eco Park. The itinerary is yours to shape, and the guide knows the hidden corners most visitors miss. Tequila tasting is included. Entrance fees to parks and attractions are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private Cozumel island exploration

• Meet local guide
• Explore hidden beaches
• Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
• Shop in downtown Cozumel
• Visit east coast landmarks
• Optional visit to Mayan ruins
• Optional chocolate-making tour
• Optional Punta Sur Eco Park visit
• Relax at beach club with gear

The experience

Cruise passengers and hotel guests alike book this tour for the same reason: you don't have to choose between the famous stops and the ones nobody else finds. The guide picks you up from your hotel or meets you at the pier, and from there the day is built around what you actually want to do. Snorkel vibrant coral reefs, walk through colorful downtown shops, or escape to wild beaches where the Caribbean meets untouched coastline. The four-hour window is yours to fill. The air-conditioned vehicle and cooler with ice and bottled water mean you're not managing logistics while you're trying to explore.

The east coast is where most of the day unfolds if you choose it: Sr. Iguanas, Punta Morena, Coconuts Mojito Bar, Rastas, El Mirador and the smaller stops in between. These are the places locals know and cruise excursions skip. Your guide introduces you to each one, shares the stories that make them matter, and moves at a pace that actually lets you stand there instead of rushing to the next photo stop. If you want to go deeper, optional add-ons (San Gervasio Mayan Ruins, a chocolate-making tour at Kao Kao, or Punta Sur Eco Park), can be arranged at booking for an extra fee.

One option includes 90 minutes at a beach club with snorkel gear, kayaks, a floating park and loungers, plus beers and sodas on the vehicle itself. The other is the core tour without that extension. Both operate in all weather, and both work for families with infants (specialized seats are available) and travelers with collapsible wheelchairs if someone can assist with boarding. A small to moderate amount of walking is involved, and the minimum drinking age for the tequila tasting is 18.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• air-conditioned private vehicle.
• cooler with ice and bottled water.
• tequila tasting.
• local guide in English or Spanish.
• optional beach club extension with snorkel gear, kayaks and floating park (VIP option only).

Options for this experience

2 options

Enjoy Cozumel at your own pace!Guide in English or Spanish · 11 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00Plan your perfect day with a private Cozumel escape: explore, relax and enjoy the island at your own pace in 4 hours.

VIP tour with beach time and lunch!Guide in English or Spanish · 11 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00Beach Time: a beach club with included amenities: Mexican lunch, beach chairs and umbrellas, water park, kayaks and snorkel gear. VIP: five hours of island fun. Ride in air-conditioned comfort, take in the sights, spend time on the beach and enjoy a tasty Mexican lunch. Duration: 5 hours. Relax on the ride with refreshing drinks onboard, a balance of activity and downtime that suits both kids and adults. Mexican lunch: choose fajitas, tacos, nachos or quesadillas, with vegetarian options available. Includes one non-alcoholic drink. Coco Loco Beach Bar. Your private ride: the vehicle size depends on the group, a sedan, SUV or minivan (up to 14 guests), all with air conditioning. Complimentary beverages: bottled water, sodas and Mexican beers onboard during your ride. Additional beverages available for purchase.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day11 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (2 to 12 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 28 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Cozumel Tours by Cab

Is this one for you?Your guide knows the hidden stops and best route. You set the pace, choose where to linger, and the vehicle stays with you while you explore.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (2 to 12 years); Infant (under 2): free.

Can I book this tour if I'm arriving on a cruise ship?

Yes, at booking, provide your ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time so the guide can time the pickup and return to match your ship's schedule.

What happens if I want to visit San Gervasio Mayan Ruins or Punta Sur Eco Park?

Both are optional add-ons available at checkout for an extra fee. Entrance fees to the parks themselves are not included in the tour price.

Is snorkeling included, or do I need to bring my own gear?

Snorkeling is part of the experience, and the VIP option includes snorkel gear at the beach club. If you choose the core tour, you can arrange snorkel gear separately or bring your own.

What's included in the tour price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, air-conditioned private vehicle, cooler with ice and bottled water, and tequila tasting are included. Lunch, entrance fees to attractions, and gratuities are separate.

How does the beach club option work?

The VIP option adds 90 minutes at a beach club with snorkel gear, kayaks, a floating park and loungers, plus beers and sodas served on the vehicle: the extra time and amenities come for an additional fee at checkout.

Is this tour accessible for travelers with mobility challenges?

Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated if a companion assists with boarding and disembarking. The vehicle has a wheelchair-accessible lift ramp, and a small to moderate amount of walking is involved.