Snorkel Marigot Bay: Three marine reserves in 4 hours

Three separate reef sites in a single morning, each one a different coral and fish population.

This 4-hour snorkel tour departs from Marigot Bay Marina and visits three marine reserves (Anse Cochon, Anse Mamin, and Sugar Beach) with 30 minutes of water time at each site. A car picks you up from your hotel or meeting point, takes you to the marina, and a live English-speaking guide leads the boat between sites. Bottled water and all snorkeling equipment are included. You need to be a comfortable swimmer and at least 13 years old. A minimum of four travelers is required to confirm the departure.

Step-by-step itinerary

4-hour snorkel tour at three sites

• Car pickup from meeting point
• Travel to Marigot Bay Marina
• Snorkel 30 minutes at Anse Cochon
• Snorkel 30 minutes at Anse Mamin
• Snorkel 30 minutes at Sugar Beach

The experience

The day starts with a car pickup from your accommodation and a drive to Marigot Bay Marina, where you board the boat with your guide and fellow snorkelers. Each of the three sites (Anse Cochon, Anse Mamin, and Sugar Beach) sits in its own marine reserve, so the coral formations and fish populations shift between stops. You get 30 minutes in the water at each location, which means you are moving through three distinct underwater landscapes rather than anchoring at one.

What makes the three-site format work is that the boat handles the travel between them. You are not swimming to reach new reefs. You are dropped at each reserve and can focus on the water itself. The guide stays with the group and points out what is worth noticing: the species, the coral structure, the behavior of the schools moving through. Bottled water is on the boat between sites, and all your snorkeling gear is provided, so you show up with nothing but a swimsuit and a willingness to be in the water for the better part of four hours.

The tour requires a minimum group of four to run, so confirm your booking early if you are traveling solo or as a pair. You need to be a strong swimmer. The description does not specify current strength or depth, but the marine reserve setting and the pace of three stops in four hours suggests these are not sheltered lagoons. Children are welcome from age 13 onward. If your hotel or accommodation is outside the standard pickup zones around Marigot Bay, there is an additional charge for the car to reach you.

What’s included

• All snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, and snorkel).
• bottled water.
• boat transport between the three marine reserves.
• and a live English-speaking guide throughout the 4-hour tour.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:30 and 13:30

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Under 13: can't be booked

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish

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 16 pickup points.

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

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Lush Excursions

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see multiple reef systems in one morning and prefer a guided boat experience over a single-site anchor. The three-stop format works best for snorkelers who are comfortable in open water and want variety rather than depth at one location.

Traveler reviews

5.00★★★★★★★★★★

1 verified traveler review

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years). Children under 13 can't be included in the booking.

What's the difference between the three snorkel sites on this tour?

Anse Cochon, Anse Mamin, and Sugar Beach are separate marine reserves, each with its own coral formations and fish populations. You spend 30 minutes at each one, so you experience three distinct underwater landscapes in a single morning rather than staying at one site.

Do I need to bring my own snorkel gear?

No. The tour includes all snorkeling equipment: mask, fins, and snorkel. Bottled water is also provided on the boat between sites.

How does the pickup work if I'm staying outside Marigot Bay?

A car collects you from your hotel or meeting point and takes you to Marigot Bay Marina. If you are staying outside the standard pickup zones, an extra charge applies. Confirm your accommodation location when you book.

What swimming ability do I need for this tour?

You must be a good swimmer. The tour visits marine reserves over four hours with three separate sites, so comfort in open water and the ability to manage snorkeling for extended periods are essential.

Is there a minimum group size?

Yes. A minimum of four travelers is required to confirm the tour. If you are booking solo or as a pair, check availability and confirmation timing when you reserve.