Cozumel Snorkeling: Private Boat Charter to El Cielo

Five hours, four reef destinations, your own boat and crew

A private snorkeling charter in Cozumel puts you on an 8-passenger boat with experienced crew, visiting El Cielo and other reef sites based on conditions. You bring snorkeling gear, drinks and fresh Mexican snacks throughout the day. The boat can pick you up from your hotel dock if one exists, and departure times run from 10am to 3pm with 24 hours' notice.

The experience

The boat leaves from Cozumel and heads to whichever reefs the weather and ocean allow that day: El Cielo, El Cielito, the Turtle Sanctuary or Columbia Reef are the usual targets. You'll spend the morning and early afternoon moving between sites, suiting up and dropping into the water to see what lives there. The crew handles the navigation and the boat stays anchored while you're in. They manage the timing so you're not rushed between stops.

Everything for snorkeling comes with you: mask, fins, snorkel and wetsuit if you want one. The boat carries bottled water and non-alcoholic drinks on ice, plus freshly prepared ceviche, guacamole and other snacks you can eat between dives. The crew speaks English and Spanish, so communication is straightforward. If your hotel has a jetty or pier, they'll collect you there and drop you back at the same spot when the day ends. Otherwise you'll meet them at the departure point in town.

Arrive 20 minutes before your sailing time. The boat is fully equipped with safety gear and well-maintained engines, and it's sized for small groups: eight passengers maximum means you're never crammed in with a crowd. Note that times shown are in Cozumel's local timezone, which may differ from your cruise ship's clock if you're sailing in.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel).
• bottled water and non-alcoholic drinks.
• beer and cocktails.
• freshly prepared Mexican snacks including ceviche and guacamole.
• experienced crew speaking English and Spanish.
• hotel pickup and drop-off if your accommodation has a dock.

Options for this experience

4 options

Inolvidable ("Unforgettable")Up to 7 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeInolvidable ("Unforgettable"): a 22-foot boat suited to up to 7 passengers, with pickup included

Sea SeñorUp to 10 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeSea Señor: a 26-foot boat suited to up to 14 passengers, with pickup included

Private Snorkeling and Charter Experience in CozumelUp to 8 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePickup is included

Dream AzimutUp to 10 per booking · Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeDream Azimut: a 40-foot boat that holds up to 10 passengers, with pickup included

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 day

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 11 pickup points.

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 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Cozumel Snorkel Center

Is this one for you?This is a private charter, so the boat, crew and itinerary are yours alone: no sharing the boat with other groups means you set the pace and the crew can adapt to what you want to see. If you prefer flexibility on timing and don't want to coordinate with a larger group, the private arrangement and the 24-hour notice window make it straightforward to fit into your schedule.

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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.

What reefs will we visit on the snorkeling trip?

El Cielo is the main destination, but the crew also visits El Cielito, the Turtle Sanctuary and Columbia Reef depending on weather and ocean conditions that day. You'll typically see multiple sites in the five hours.

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

Snorkeling gear is provided: mask, fins and snorkel are all included. Wetsuits are available if you want one for warmth or sun protection.

Can the boat pick me up from my hotel?

Yes, if your hotel has a jetty or pier, the crew will collect you there and drop you back at the end of the day. Otherwise you'll meet them at the departure point in Cozumel town.

What times can we depart, and how far in advance do I need to book?

Departures run from 10am to 3pm. You can choose your start time, but you need to give the crew at least 24 hours' notice so they can arrange it.

What's included in the food and drinks?

The boat provides bottled water, non-alcoholic drinks, beer, cocktails, and freshly prepared Mexican snacks including ceviche and guacamole throughout the five hours.