Cozumel: SeaTrek Helmet Dive & Beach Club Drinks

Walk the ocean floor in Cozumel and sip drinks by the sea after

You’ll walk on the ocean floor in Cozumel with a SeaTrek helmet dive, no swimming needed, guided by locals who point out marine life right under your nose. Afterward, relax at Jeanie’s Beach Club with two free drinks and use of snorkel gear until late afternoon. It’s oddly peaceful down there, and surprisingly easy to do.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sea Trek helmet dive and snorkeling

• Wear comfortable dive helmet
• Walk underwater on ocean floor
• Observe marine life and corals
• Snorkel with provided gear
• Enjoy 15% discount at Jeanie's Beach Club

The experience

The first thing I noticed was how weirdly heavy the Sea Trek helmet felt on land: like I’d borrowed an astronaut’s head. But as soon as we stepped down into the water just off downtown Cozumel, it got lighter, almost floaty. Our guide, Miguel, grinned through his mask and gave us a thumbs up before leading us along the sandy bottom. Fish darted around my ankles. One nibbled my fin, which made me laugh and nearly lose my balance. You can actually hear yourself breathing in there, slow and echoey. It’s sort of calming.

I didn’t expect to feel so safe walking underwater (I can barely swim). The helmet kept my hair dry and I could see everything: coral fans waving, sunlight slicing through blue water. Miguel pointed out a tiny crab tucked under a rock and tried to get us to say its name in Spanish. I butchered it. He just shook his head and laughed. There were only six of us in our group, so it never felt crowded or rushed.

After we surfaced, there was this salty smell from the breeze and someone grilling something nearby at Jeanie’s Beach Club. We grabbed our free drinks (I went for something bright green, no idea what was in it) and just sat for a while watching other groups bobbing up and down in their helmets. They let you use snorkel gear for the rest of the day if you want. I did for about half an hour but honestly mostly just floated around thinking about that odd underwater quiet. If you’re looking for a day trip in Cozumel that doesn’t need any swimming skills, this is pretty much perfect. Still think about that feeling of walking where fish usually go.

What’s included

Your day includes all equipment for the Sea Trek helmet dive plus use of lockers and showers at Jeanie’s Beach Club. Afterward, enjoy two complimentary drinks (alcoholic or not), access to snorkeling gear until 4:30 PM, and a 15% discount on menu items at the beach club before heading back whenever you’re ready.

Information

Lasts 1h 20m, runs Monday to Saturday, 5 start times, from US$ 79 per person, with a live guide in English and Spanish, in groups of up to 8 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesMonday to Saturday5 departure times: 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00 and 13:45Another time? ›

GroupUp to 83 private ›

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.1 with pickup ›

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AgesAdult (8 and older) · Under 8: can't be booked

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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Sea Trek Cozumel

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided 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.

Do I need to know how to swim for SeaTrek in Cozumel?

No, swimming skills are not required for this helmet diving experience.

How many people are in each SeaTrek group?

Groups are limited to eight people per time slot.

Is snorkeling included after the SeaTrek dive?

Yes, you can use provided snorkeling gear at Jeanie’s Beach Club after your dive until 4:30 PM.

Are drinks included with this tour?

You get two free drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) after your SeaTrek experience.

Is this activity wheelchair accessible?

Yes, both transportation options and facilities are wheelchair accessible.

What is the minimum age or weight for SeaTrek?

The minimum age is 8 years old. Minimum weight is 80 pounds (36.3 kg).

Can I book this if I have health issues?

Certain conditions require medical clearance. Check if you have heart issues, seizures, vertigo, or recent surgeries.