Playa Del Carmen

15 Best Playa del Carmen Snorkeling Tours

The snorkel menu: reef, turtles and cenotes, often all three before sunset. The Riviera Maya’s water clarity makes even first-time snorkelers look competent.

1.Half-Day Sea Turtle and Cenote Snorkeling Tour from Cancun & Riviera Maya

Explore Cancun’s best with this half-day tour combining sea turtle snorkeling at Akumal and a stunning cenote swim, guided by friendly experts.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Marina was a great guide. Very friendly and spoke excellent English. Enjoyed the day. Long journey from our hotel though.”

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2.Hidden Cenote Swim: Snorkeling, Sea Turtles and Beachside Lunch

Experience stunning cenotes, snorkeling with sea turtles, and beachside lunch on this well-reviewed Playa del Carmen tour, perfect for water lovers and nature fans.

“I was so happy to see the turtles but my camera didn’t want to act right so I’m sad I couldn’t record it I guess I’ll have to try and book again whenever and if ever I come back but the overall experience was fun…”

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3.Beach Escape: Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling.

Discover the beauty of Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres on this full-day tour with snorkeling, birdwatching, and delicious Mexican cuisine, departing from Cancun and Riviera Maya hotels.

★ 5.0

“We did quite a few tours around Yucatan and this was by far the best one. Super well organised and smooth, the guides Alex and Pepe very skillful and engaged - Pepe’s passion for environment and conservation is incredible and really makes a difference when…”

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5.Private Snorkeling with Sea Turtles in Akumal Beach

Experience personalized snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Bay, guided by certified experts. Perfect for families and confident swimmers seeking an authentic encounter.

★ 5.0

“We had a brilliant swim with Darwin. We travelled from Valladolid and didn’t realise there was a one hour time difference so we were late but Darwin couldn't have been more accommodating and kind. We saw about 7 turtles - they were so beautiful and…”

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6.Mayan Adventure Snorkeling Tour from Playa del Carmen or Riviera Maya

Discover the best of Riviera Maya with a full-day snorkeling tour exploring cenotes, underground rivers, and ocean inlets, complete with guides, lunch, and transport.

★ 4.5

“Funny tour guide, great food and saw many bright colored fish along with some blue lobsters and a s all turtle! Atilano made our trip very enjoyable.”

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7.Bestseller! Tulum Private Tour with Turtles and Cenote Snorkeling

Discover the best of Tulum with this private tour featuring Mayan ruins, snorkeling with sea turtles, and a cenote swim, all with personalized guides.

★ 5.0

“Alex S was the most amazing tour guide and was more like going somewhere with an old friend than a guide. He was very knowledgeable and showed us the real beauty and history of the area. Would recommend your service and Alex to anyone who…”

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8.4 hours snorkel & beach tour – Private Yacht 47 ft

Experience a 4-hour private yacht trip from Playa del Carmen with snorkeling, beach relaxation, and delicious food, perfect for families, friends, or celebrations.

★ 5.0

“We had an incredible time on the boat and can’t say enough good things about the crew. Daniel, Victor, and Alex took such great care of us from start to finish and made the entire day feel relaxed, fun, and effortless. The food was outstanding…”

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9.Cozumel Luxury Sailing & Snorkeling with Lunch and Open Bar Onboard

Experience Cozumel in style with a luxury sailing and snorkeling tour from Playa del Carmen. Enjoy gourmet food, open bar, and marine adventures in 4.5 hours.

★ 4.5

“The trip itself was wonderful. The logistics surrounding the trip were a little ridiculous. For an 8:30 departure from the dock, we were picked up at our hotel at 6:30AM and driven to a ferry a few miles down the road (when there was a…”

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10.Playa del Carmen Jungle Tour: Tulum, Cenote Snorkeling, Ziplining and Lunch

Experience the best of Playa del Carmen with a full-day tour featuring Tulum ruins, cenote snorkeling, ziplining, and a delicious buffet lunch for $148.90.

★ 4.5

“All 3 activities were tons of fun. The cenote was definitely the highlight of the day. Lunch was great. The staff were all very kind, polite and attentive to the needs of the guests.”

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11.Akumal; Snorkeling and Photos with Turtles

Experience snorkeling with green sea turtles in Akumal. Small groups, expert guides, and free photos make this an authentic and affordable adventure.

★ 5.0

“Such an amazing experience- knowledgable, friendly guide and we saw lots of turtles and tropical fish. So much better than some of the package excursions. Good communication and really easy to find. Highly recommend.”

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12.Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food aboard + Premium drinks + Snorkel + Free time

Experience Isla Mujeres with a full-day tour including snorkeling, premium drinks, delicious food, and free time—perfect for those seeking fun and authentic Caribbean vibes.

★ 4.5

“My 20 year old daughter and I has a fabulous time sailing to Isla Mujeres from Cancun. While we were not able to go snorkeling due to high winds/seas, the sail was wonderful, food delicious and our time exploring Isla Mujeres and spending time on…”

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13.Private Beach Escape! Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling

Experience a private boat trip visiting Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres with snorkeling, bird watching, Caribbean lunch, and personalized guides for an authentic Caribbean day.

★ 5.0

“The staff was amazing, specially pep, fer and Lukas’s, what a trio!! All the time with good vibes and music and everything”

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14.Dos Ojos Cenote VIP Private Tour Snorkeling & Mayan Lunch

Explore the stunning Cenotes Dos Ojos on a private snorkeling tour with expert guides, Mayan lunch, door-to-door transport, and personalized attention.

★ 5.0

“Juan and Carlos were the best hosts I’ve ever had. This was my friends and I favorite excursion while in Tulum. He stayed with me and my friend while we were in the Cenotes due to a lack of confidence with swimming in deep water.…”

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15.3 in 1 Private Tour Tulum Cenote and Snorkeling in the reef

Discover Tulum’s iconic ruins, snorkel vibrant reefs, and explore crystal-clear cenotes on this private 3-in-1 tour designed for authentic, memorable experiences.

★ 5.0

“This private 3-in-1 tour was everything we wanted and more. Our guide (Limbert) exceeded every expectation. He is professionally educated in Mayan history. Which offered us very in-depth and informative transportation ride conversations; highly detailed tour of the Tullum Ruins; and the best local cuisine…”

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More Playa del Carmen Snorkeling Tours

5.0VIP Tulum Ruins Private Tour with Snorkeling in Stunning Cenote5 to 6 hours (approx.)$223.00 5.05-Hour Private 40′ Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel5 hours (approx.)$1,631.58 4.5Mayan Adventure Snorkeling Tour from Cancun7 hours (approx.)$139.00 4.5Half Day Akumal Beach Swim and Snorkel with Turtles Experience4 hours (approx.)$89.61 5.0Private Tulum mayan ruins & Snorkel with Turtles in Akumal Adventure6 hours (approx.)$337.50 4.5Sea turtle and cenotes half day Snorkeling Tour from Riviera Maya4 to 5 hours (approx.)$99.00 4.5ATV Extreme and Snorkel Adventure from the Riviera Maya6 hours (approx.)$139.00 4.5Full-Day Snorkel Extreme Adventure Tour from Riviera Maya6 hours (approx.)$129.00 5.0“Private Snorkeling with Turtles EN Akumal + Photos Included”1 hour (approx.)$44.55 5.0Private 2-Cenote Snorkeling Tour with Authentic Mayan Lunch4 to 5 hours (approx.)$179.00 4.5Tour to Cozumel by Catamaran with Snorkeling and Buffet Lunch10 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$161.10 5.08-Hour Private 40′ Cat 2 Stop to Cozumel, Food, Drinks & Snorkel8 hours (approx.)$3,166.67 4.5Akumal Turtles Snorkeling and GoPro pictures1 hour (approx.)$36.80 5.0Akumal Bay snorkeling, plus 3 cenotes and great food5 to 6 hours (approx.)$169.00 5.0TULUM, CENOTE, MYSTIKA MUSEUM, TURTLES SNORKELING (Private)5 to 6 hours (approx.)$260.00 5.0Turtle Snorkeling Jungle Adventure + Zipline and Rappel in Cenote6 hours (approx.)$119.00 4.0Cozumel Snorkeling Tour from Playa del Carmen10 hours (approx.)$135.00 4.0Luxury Sailing & Snorkeling Experience from Riviera Maya5 hours (approx.)$149.00 4.5Snorkel Xtreme Cancun8 hours (approx.)$149.00 4.0Underwater Maya Snorkeling Tour5 hours (approx.)$105.00 4.5Isla Mujeres on luxury catamaran with snorkel, open bar and lunch6 hours (approx.)$130.34 4.0Snorkeling in Isla Mujeres, Luxury Sailing- PRIVILEGE5 hours (approx.)$122.00 5.0Best in Class: Private Snorkeling Xpedition5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$261.84 5.0Cozumel Private Yacht and Snorkel with Lunch and Open Bar Onboard4 hours (approx.)$2,720.00