Cancún · SNORKELING

The 15 Best Snorkeling Tours in Cancún

199 tours  ·  from $15 a head

The reef here is the northern end of the Mesoamerican system and it starts ten minutes offshore inside a national park. These 15 cover the reef runs, the sunken statues at MUSA and the cenote and turtle combinations, with prices and honest water conditions.

Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves - Tulum’s seaside Maya ruins
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Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves

Isla Mujeres: Catamaran with Open Bar, Snorkeling and Lunch - Getting to Marina Las Perlas
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Isla Mujeres: Catamaran with Open Bar, Snorkeling and Lunch

Isla Mujeres Cruise with Beach Club, Snorkel, Lunch and Open Bar - The catamaran ride sets the tone
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Isla Mujeres Cruise with Beach Club, Snorkel, Lunch and Open Bar

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,383 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $53

Review of Cancun’s Isla Mujeres catamaran cruise with reef snorkeling, open bar, lunch, beach time, costs, crowds, and practical tips.

“We drove ourselves. Semi valet parking, check in was like everything else with lots of people. Crowded but organized. In my very humble opinion, this was OUR party boat. It didn’t seem like many other people wanted to party but with the good music my husband and I danced and drank the entire way. Husband said snorkeling was a bit rushed and there wasn’t much to see (I didn’t do it). Buffet was decent. Understanding that all boats stop at this location, their purpose is quantity over quality. I’m not mad about it. I had tortillas, spaghetti and chicken. Just what I needed to keep me going for the party…”

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Reef Snorkeling & Jungle Speedboat Adventure with Mayan Ceremony - What happens at the Mayan ceremony
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Reef Snorkeling & Jungle Speedboat Adventure with Mayan Ceremony

Reef Snorkeling in National Park from Cancun with Beachside Lunch - Preparing for the National Reef Park
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Reef Snorkeling in National Park from Cancun with Beachside Lunch

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,781 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $44

Snorkel Puerto Morelos National Reef Park, spot turtles and rays, enjoy tacos by the sea, and explore town from Cancun.

“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 by the beach.”

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Isla Mujeres Snorkeling Tour Adventure - MUSA adds statues, cars, and a strange underwater setting
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Isla Mujeres Snorkeling Tour Adventure

6.Isla Mujeres Snorkeling Tour Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,746 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $58

Review of Isla Mujeres snorkeling at Lighthouse Reef, MUSA, and Manchones, with gear, ceviche, margarita, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.

“Entire experience was awesome from start to finish. Manny was the best. Great communication prior to the tour to ensure we met up at the right place and the right time. Manny’s energy was infectious and he made sure everyone had a great time and keeping everyone safe. Pictures and video can’t properly capture how clear and beautiful the water is. I can’t recall the captain’s name but he was also fantastic. I highly recommend them both.”

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5-in-1 Cancun Snorkeling: Turtles, Reef, Musa, Shipwreck, Cenote - Reef Snorkeling in Shallow Water
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5-in-1 Cancun Snorkeling: Turtles, Reef, Musa, Shipwreck, Cenote

Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour: shared speedboat - Mangrove canals and the character of the lagoon
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Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour: shared speedboat

8.Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour: shared speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,444 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour review covering the lagoon ride, Punta Nizuc reef, extra fees, weather risks, and practical booking tips.

“I can’t swim and the big body of water really scared me. My friends, boyfriend and the instructor(Jorge) were very helpful along the way. It was 6 in our group so we had a great experience definitely recommend”

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Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Snorkel, Open bar and Transport - Sailing across the Mexican Caribbean
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Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Snorkel, Open bar and Transport

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,275 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $85

Review of Cancun’s Isla Mujeres catamaran tour, with El Meco snorkeling, open bar, buffet lunch, island time, and hotel transfers.

“The trip was beautiful. It was fun and the snorkeling was cool. The transportation was a little confusing but it ended up working out. At the end of the excursion the workers were hassling for pictures and hassling for tips. I mean really pushing. We didn’t enjoy the pictures and weren’t interested. They made the entire group uncomfortable because they were not happy with the tip, even though it wasn’t my group that didn’t tip well. The captain took his hat and was asking other members “that’s it?”, “thats my service was to you?” It just made everything unpleasant and uncomfortable. He ended up not helping us all off the…”

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Riviera Maya Luxury Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch and Drinks - What happens at Inah Reef
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Riviera Maya Luxury Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

Small-Group Mesoamerican Barrier Reef Snorkeling in Puerto Morelos - What to bring, and what to leave behind
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Small-Group Mesoamerican Barrier Reef Snorkeling in Puerto Morelos

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 500 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Snorkel Puerto Morelos’ protected reef in a small group with two 45-minute water sessions, gear, wetsuit, guide, and park fees included.

“Wonderful experience. The captain and crew were professional and knowledgeable w everything they did. The snorkeling was great and the reef beautiful with plenty of corals and fish. Highly recommend.”

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3 Hours VIP Semiprivate Tour Isla Mujeres Full Snorkeling Experience - The boat ladder is the detail to take seriously
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3 Hours VIP Semiprivate Tour Isla Mujeres Full Snorkeling Experience

12.3 Hours VIP Semiprivate Tour Isla Mujeres Full Snorkeling Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 404 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $88

Snorkel Isla Mujeres in a group of eight or fewer, visiting four reefs, MUSA, and a coral farm with ceviche and margaritas included.

“We absolutely had a wonderful time. It was a nice small boat. They took us to 4 snorkling places. My daughter was so happy because she seen a turtle and a sting ray. THANK YOU FOR A GREAT TIME MIGUEL AND THEO..sorry something like that. Thio...”

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Cancun Dancer Cruise to Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling and Lunch - El Meco reef and the water time
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Cancun Dancer Cruise to Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling and Lunch

13.Cancun Dancer Cruise to Isla Mujeres with Snorkeling and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 353 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $98

Review of Cancun’s Dancer Cruise to Isla Mujeres, with snorkeling, fajita lunch, open bar, water slide, salsa lessons, and practical booking tips.

“We had a wonderful time on the Dancer. Angel and Jessie were amazing hosts ! They were always so upbeat and kept the fun going. They were very organized and we had plenty of time to experience a little bit of everything they offer on this all inclusive trip. I definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to have fun and enjoy themselves ! It’s unlimited alcohol so you’ll have a party crowd for sure !”

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Snorkeling Guided Activity in Puerto Morelos Mexico - Two 40-minute stops, with the reef as the main event
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Snorkeling Guided Activity in Puerto Morelos Mexico

Private Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkel & Cenote Adventure - Tulum ruins beside the Caribbean
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Private Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkel & Cenote Adventure

15.Private Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkel & Cenote Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 304 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $332

Review of a private Cancun tour combining Tulum ruins, reef snorkeling, Mayan tacos, and cenotes, with practical advice on cost, timing, and packing.

“We did the private tour and Alma was an amazing tour guide! Very knowledgeable, friendly, and easy to work with. We had plenty of time at each location, and we never felt rushed—we could go at our own pace. We had a group of 10, with 2 adults, and 8 kids ranging in age from 7-18. Everyone had a great time and this was their favorite activity of our trip—and it’s usually impossible for us to find something that EVERYONE in our group likes. I would a million percent recommend this to anyone.”

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