---
title: El Cielo Snorkel by Private Boat
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cozumel
country: Mexico
price: 454
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_group
availability: bookable
rating: 4.84
reviews: 376
duration_minutes: 240
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 9 of 23 (Snorkeling Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-09
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/cozumel/tours/el-cielo-snorkel-by-private-boat/
---

# El Cielo Snorkel by Private Boat

**Guidekin's take:** Head toward El Cielo for reef snorkeling and a beach stop on a private tour for your party by boat. Gear, fish ceviche, fruit and drinks are included; pricing is per group, and strong winds may move the route to another area. 4.84 from 376 reviews at €454 per group/vehicle for 4h.

In our comparison: #9 of 23 in Snorkeling Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

- Private and comfortable vessels

- Snorkel at world famous reefs

- Spectacular marine life and coral formations

- Stop over at a secluded pristine white sandy beach away from the crowds

- Taste a delicious fish ceviche and cold Margaritas.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Kindly take a taxi to Tortugas Beach Club.
- Starts 10:30, 14:30: 2 departures a day
- Food included: Beer and Margaritas

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €454 per group/vehicle for the La Cosita option; other options up to €545
- Duration: 4h
- Rating: 4.84/5 from 376 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Tortugas Cozumel
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 10:30, 14:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-09

## Reviews

4.84 from 376 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 362 of 376.

- 5 stars: 348 (93%)
- 4 stars: 14 (4%)
- 3 stars: 2 (1%)
- 2 stars: 4 (1%)
- 1 star: 8 (2%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Cosita | €454 per group | English, Spanish | Yamaha 21' - Cap. 6pax |
| El Gordooo! | €545 per group | English, Spanish | Grady White 28' - Cap. 10pax |

## What's included

- Fish Ceviche and Seasonal Fruit
- Soda/Pop
- Beer and Margaritas
- Bottled water
- Professional Certified Staff
- Use of Snorkelling equipment

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Pick up service
- Towel
- Marine park fee

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 10:30, 14:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-09
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Kindly take a taxi to Tortugas Beach Club. Upon arrival, please check in at the entrance booth. 

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ocassionally strong winds causing rough seas may affect the area of El Cielo, forcing the tour to be conducted at an alternative area
- Ages allowed to do the activity up to 5 years old
- Pets are not allowed on the boats.
- This tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility problems, back/neck problems , recent surgeries (6 months), heart / lung diseases, asthma and/or epilepsy
- Not available for pregnant travelers
- No sunscreen allowed for reefs preservation. Please wear long sleeve clothing and hat.

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €454 | €227 |
| 4 | €454 | €114 |
| 6 | €454 | €76 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Snorkeling Tours start at €30 per person.

## Compared with other Snorkeling Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #9 of 23** | €454 per group | 4h | 4.84 (376) | private |
| [Lagoon 39ft Private Catamaran 5hr - El Cielo Full Experience](/mexico/cozumel/tours/lagoon-39ft-private-catamaran-5hr-el-cielo-full-experience/?format=md) | €1999 per group | 5h | 5.0 (673) | private |
| [El Cielo Cozumel Snorkel Private Boat + Food + Drinks + Beach](/mexico/cozumel/tours/el-cielo-cozumel-snorkel-private-boat-food-drinks-beach/?format=md) | €500 per group | 3h | 4.95 (147) | private |
| [Shared Snorkeling Tour Playa El Cielo in Cozumel](/mexico/cozumel/tours/shared-snorkeling-tour-playa-el-cielo-in-cozumel/?format=md) | €46 | 4h | 4.92 (116) | shared |

Ranked #9 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.

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