Snorkel gear, a life jacket, a rash guard and transport from most Cancun and Riviera Maya hotels are included; the ferry fee is extra and moderate fitness is required. 4.68 from 132 reviews at €72 per person for 4h.
Best for: Book the 4h 'From Cozumel island' option at €72 per person for reef snorkeling with gear; the ferry is extra. Day Trips from Playa del Carmen comparison
Trade-off: Ferry excluded from the From Cozumel island option.
In our comparison: #18 of 23 in Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| From Cozumel islandThe page price | Cozumel Meeting Point: For guests staying on Cozumel Island. Meet directly at the designated meeting point in Cozumel. Transportation not included. Delightful light lunch | €72 |
| El Cielo Cozumel Snorkeling | Shuttle service: Includes round-trip transportation from selected hotels in Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, Akumal and Tulum Delightful light lunch Van Pickup included | €99 |
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 9 October 2026.
92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 121 of 132
Star breakdown of all 132 ratings
Reviews are shown as the platforms publish them and removed when they disappear there.
Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
The island of Cozumel with its turquoise waters, relaxed atmosphere and idyllic white sandy beaches is a paradise full of natural and cultural beauty waiting to be discovered.
The adventure begins when you board our high-speed boat and embark on the most exciting discovery of the Cozumel Reef National Park, part of the largest barrier reef in Mesoamerica and considered one of the best places to snorkel in the entire Caribbean.
Along the beautiful south shores of Cozumel, your professional crew will seek out the best sites for you to enjoy a first-class snorkeling experience. Explore the beautiful coral reef home to exoctic marine life and colorful tropical fish. One of these reefs, named El Cielo meaning “heaven” in Spanish, is a famous and protected area recognized for the large number of starfish that inhabit it.
After the activities we’ll head to shallower waters and a sandy beach for a light snack and refreshments before heading back to the city of San Miguel de Cozumel.
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #18 of 23 | €72 | 4h | 4.68 (132) | shared |
| Lagoon 39ft Private Catamaran 5hr - El Cielo Full Experience | €1999 per group | 5h | 5.0 (673) | private |
| El Cielo Cozumel Snorkel Private Boat + Food + Drinks + Beach | €500 per group | 3h | 4.95 (147) | private |
| Shared Snorkeling Tour Playa El Cielo in Cozumel | €46 | 4h | 4.92 (116) | shared |
Ranked #18 of 23 in Snorkeling Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €30 to €149, median €64; typical length 4h. 8 of 23 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 23 Snorkeling Tours