Snorkeling in Cozumel: Private speedboat, 4 stops

Your guide stays in the water with you at every stop.

Private speedboat snorkeling in Cozumel for 2 to 6 guests, visiting four spots on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef including Colombia Reef and El Cielo, with a bilingual captain and in-water guide. The boat returns to Marina ASIPONA with time to spare before cruise ship departure; marine park fees ($11 USD per person, cash only) are paid at check-in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private speedboat snorkeling tour

• Meet captain and check in
• Snorkel at Colombia Reef
• Snorkel at Bolones Reef
• Relax and snack at El Cielo sandbar
• Visit shallow waters of El Cielito
• Return to marina by speedboat

The Experience

Meet your bilingual captain at Marina ASIPONA and receive your snorkel gear and safety briefing before boarding the private speedboat. The boat takes you to Colombia Reef first, where you swim among tropical fish, coral formations, and occasionally sea turtles in clear Caribbean water. Your guide enters the water with your group at each stop to help beginners spot marine life and assist anyone who needs it.

The second stop is Bolones Reef, known for dramatic coral structures and strong visibility. From there you head to El Cielo, the shallow turquoise sandbar where starfish cover the seabed and you can relax between swims. Fresh guacamole, ceviche, snacks, and drinks are served onboard. The final stop is El Cielito, a calm shallow area where stingrays often glide through the water near guests—a moment most snorkelers don't expect on their first visit to Cozumel.

The 4-hour excursion is built around cruise ship schedules, so you return to the marina with a buffer before departure. Unlimited bottled water, soft drinks, and 2 beers per person are included. The private boat means no crowded group and no waiting for strangers to gear up or get back on board.

What’s included

• Sanitized snorkel gear (mask, fins, snorkel, life vest).
• private speedboat for your group only.
• bilingual certified captain and in-water snorkel guide.
• fresh ceviche or seasonal fruit, guacamole and tortilla chips.
• unlimited bottled water and soft drinks.
• 2 beers per person.
• Back to Ship Guarantee for cruise passengers.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Boat Trips Club

Is this one for you?Book this if your cruise ship is docked in Cozumel and you want a private speedboat for up to 6 people—you'll hit four reef spots with your own bilingual captain and guarantee a return time that works with your ship's schedule.

Top questions

What's the difference between Colombia Reef, Bolones Reef, and El Cielo on this snorkeling trip?

Colombia Reef is part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef system and offers colorful tropical fish and coral formations. Bolones Reef features dramatic coral structures and excellent visibility. El Cielo is a shallow turquoise sandbar covered with starfish where you can float and relax between swims, and El Cielito nearby is calm shallow water where stingrays often appear.

Do I need snorkeling experience to book this?

No. Your bilingual guide stays in the water with your group at every stop and helps beginners. A safety briefing is given before you board, and all equipment—mask, fins, snorkel, and life vest—is provided and sanitized.

What's included in the food and drinks onboard?

Fresh ceviche or seasonal fruit, fresh guacamole and tortilla chips, unlimited bottled water and soft drinks, and 2 beers per person are all included. Additional drinks and snacks can be purchased.

Will we make it back in time for the cruise ship?

Yes. The Back to Ship Guarantee covers all cruise passengers, and the 4-hour excursion is timed to return to Marina ASIPONA with a buffer before departure. Flexible departure times are available to accommodate your ship's schedule.

What do I need to bring or pay separately?

Bring a towel and sunscreen. The marine park fee is $11 USD per person, paid in cash at check-in. Gratuities for the captain and guide are optional. Transportation to Marina ASIPONA can be arranged for an additional cost.