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15 Best Cancun Snorkeling Tours

The snorkel trips: reef runs along the Mesoamerican Barrier, the underwater sculpture museum and multi-stop days that fit five activities in before dinner. Water clarity peaks in the dry months.

1.Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves

Explore the Tulum ruins, snorkel vibrant reefs, and swim in stunning cenotes on this full-day guided tour from Cancun or Riviera Maya for an authentic Mexican adventure.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“This excursion was well worth the price and the guide was fantastic. The packed in just the right amount of activity.”

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2.Isla Mujeres: Catamaran with Open Bar, Snorkeling and Lunch

Experience a full-day trip to Isla Mujeres with a catamaran ride, open bar, snorkeling, and beach time. Perfect for relaxation and fun in the Caribbean.

★ 4.1

“It was amazing, the activity was incredible and your guests were spectacular. I highly recommend! I know there’s a cheaper option of going to Isla Mujeres using the ferry but this was well worth the money. An incredible experience, we saw so many fishes whilst…”

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3.Isla Mujeres Cruise with Beach Club, Snorkel, Lunch and Open Bar

Discover the best of Isla Mujeres on this 10-hour cruise with snorkeling, beach time, buffet lunch, and open bar — a fun, affordable Caribbean getaway.

★ 4.0

“- picked us up 30 minutes later than the time that was set, did not give information on the car previously even though i requested - a bit messy, they didn’t explain things properly. tried to sell the “premium experience” but we already knew that…”

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4.Mayan Jungle Tour Speed Boat Snorkel and Snack

Experience Cancun’s Nichupte Lagoon with this 2.5-hour tour featuring speedboat driving, snorkeling on the second-largest reef, and cultural Mayan traditions.

★ 5.0

“What an experience! The Mayan show to kick things off was fun! The speed boats were super fun to drive and simple to operate. Fabio was a great captain who delivered very clear instructions. The scuba portion was just the right amount of time for…”

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5.Reef Snorkeling in National Park from Cancun with Beachside Lunch

Discover Cancun's vibrant coral reefs with a half-day snorkeling tour, including boat trips, marine wildlife, beachside lunch, and small-group experience.

★ 4.5

“Excellent activity, well coordinated. Pick up at hotel on time toPuerto Morelos, keeps it townish aspect. Very professional guide, captan and team. Pleasent snorkeling in shallow reef with time to enjoy. Later tekila tasting, and a very nice snack/lunck of tacos in a cozy restaurant…”

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6.5-in-1 Cancun Snorkeling: Turtles, Reef, Musa, Shipwreck, Cenote

Discover Cancun’s underwater marvels on this 2.5-hour snorkeling tour. Swim with turtles, explore coral reefs, shipwrecks, and cenotes—perfect for all skill levels.

★ 4.5

“This excursion was great so much to see the tour guides are fantastic. I got motion sickness and they were so accommodating and kind. Would recommend this tour to anyone”

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7.Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour: shared speedboat

Experience thrilling speedboat rides and vibrant snorkeling in Cancun’s Nichupte Lagoon and Punta Nizuc reef with this well-rated, fun-filled tour.

★ 4.5

“Last minute reservation. The crew was professional and helpful from start to finish. The experience was amazing, exciting, fun and a total blast.”

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8.Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Snorkel, Open bar and Transport

Discover the beauty of Isla Mujeres on this full-day catamaran tour with snorkeling, open bar, and optional hotel transfers—perfect for a fun, relaxed day in Cancun.

★ 4.5

“We joined the catamaran tour to Isla Mujeres and it was absolutely fantastic. Everything was very well organized from start to finish. The staff, led by Javier, were super friendly, fun, and always made sure everyone was having a great time. With party music, open…”

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9.Tulum & Coba with Cenote, Cave Snorkeling, Lunch & Tastings

Explore Maya ruins at Tulum and Coba, swim in a cenote, and enjoy tastings in this full-day Cancun tour. Perfect for history lovers and adventure seekers.

★ 4.5

“Omar and Daniel are great knowledgeable guides! The locations are amazing to see and the food was great too. The trip starts quite early so you can beat the crowds and really enjoy yourself. The travel time between locations is a little long so anyone…”

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10.Riviera Maya Luxury Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

Experience the Riviera Maya in style with this luxury snorkeling cruise. Enjoy marine life, paddleboarding, gourmet lunch, open bar, and hotel pickup.

★ 4.5

“Everything was awesome except we didn’t get to snorkel at the reef due to cloudy water. Not the fault of anyone, but we spent a lot of money to snorkel and all we did was ride on a boat and sit in a little area…”

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11.Small-Group Mesoamerican Barrier Reef Snorkeling in Puerto Morelos

Experience the vibrant marine life of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef on a small-group snorkeling tour from Puerto Morelos, including gear, guides, and park fees.

★ 5.0

“If you’re interested in snorkelling nearby Cancun, I highly recommend this tour with Wet Set Diving Adventures! They were super responsive and accommodating from the get go. Christopher was our guide and he was awesome! Throughout the tour, Christopher made sure everyone was okay and…”

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14.Private 3 in 1 Discovery Combo Tours Tulum Ruins, Snorkeling & Cenotes Adventure

Experience the best of Quintana Roo with this private 3-in-1 tour featuring Tulum ruins, snorkeling on a vibrant reef, and swimming in stunning cenotes.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful day on this tour! Our guide, Arturo, was friendly, outgoing, and very knowledgeable about the sites we visited. Taking a private tour was perfect because we could travel on the schedule that worked for us. We were picked up at our…”

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15.Catamaran Plus Reef Snorkeling and Isla Mujeres Visit

Discover Cancun’s turquoise waters on a luxurious catamaran, snorkel vibrant reefs, and enjoy free time in Isla Mujeres with this all-inclusive tour.

★ 5.0

“I reserved this excursion for me and my daughters during our mother daughter trip to Cancun. We had the best time! The staff and crew were amazing and so fun! We had a great day!”

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More Cancun Snorkeling Tours

4.0Catamaran to Isla Mujeres Snorkeling Tour with Open Bar and Lunch8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$37.00 4.5Jungle Tour with Snorkel in Cancun2 hours (approx.)$49.50 5.0Dancer Cruise Isla Mujeres Snorkel Food and Drinks Included7 hours (approx.)$84.15 5.0Private Yacht – 46 ft SeaRay Cancun Bay Snorkel 23P42 to 6 hours (approx.)$290.00 4.3Isla Mujeres: Catamaran Ride with Open Bar, Snorkeling, and Lunch8 - 10 hours$56 4.0Isla Mujeres Island and Snorkeling Tour8 hours (approx.)$89.00 4.5CATAMARAN to Isla Mujeres, Snorkel & Beach Club by Xcaret7 hours 45 minutes (approx.)$74.66 4.5Jungle Tour & Snorkel at Punta Nizuc Reef , Underwater museum2 hours (approx.)$59.00 4.5Ultimate 5×1 Combo with ATV, Ziplines, Cenote & Reef Snorkeling7 hours (approx.)$114.00 4.3Cancún: Puerto Morelos Reef Snorkeling Tour & Seaside Lunch4 hours$39 4.4Isla Mujeres: Snorkel Tour at Musa and Manchones Reef4 hours$50 5.0Snorkeling in Puerto Morelos1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$45.00 4.5Isla Mujeres Day Tour with Catamaran, Snorkeling & Beach Club7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$89.00 5.0Catamaran with Snorkeling and Playa Norte Beach, Isla Mujeres6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$49.00 4.5Puerto Morelos Catamaran Reef Sail and Snorkel3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$120.00 3.5Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Open Bar, Lunch and Snorkeling8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$59.90 4.5Cozumel Starfish and Tropical Reef Snorkeling by Powerboat with Lunch4 hours (approx.)$139.00 5.0Private Yacht 46ft Sea Ray Snorkel up to 15 pax 23P22 to 6 hours (approx.)$260.00 4.5Cancun: Jungle Tour Adventure with Speedboat and Snorkeling3 hours$50 4.0Cancun Jetski and Snorkel Adventure2 hours (approx.)$75.00 5.03 in 1 Jungle Speedboat and Snorkeling in Cancun2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$65.50 4.0Snorkeling Adventure in Puerto Morelos Includes snack, Water and Round Trip.5 hours (approx.)$44.25 5.0Speedboat and snorkel tour: Single Passenger Boat2 hours (approx.)$110.00 4.5ATV Adventure Combo with Snorkeling, Ziplines, Cenote, and Lunch8 hours (approx.)$109.65