Playa del Carmen

15 Best Playa del Carmen Snorkeling Tours

I chose snorkel tours that get you past Playa’s shore break and its summer sargassum line. A short boat ride reaches clearer reef, and the reef plus cenote combos are what I book for first timers. Mornings win; afternoon wind chops the surface and clouds the view.

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

Experience the beauty of the sea turtles and cenotes with our half-day snorkeling tour in Cancun & Riviera Maya. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!

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.Beach Escape: Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres With Snorkeling, Breakfast and Lunch

Escape to Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres for a beach getaway with snorkeling, breakfast, and lunch included. Relax and enjoy the beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters.

★ 5.0

“We had a perfect day with Pepe and Diego as guides! With a guided walk, lots of free time, and a very delicious lunch at Isla Contoy, a fantastic snorkelling and also free time at Isla Mujeres, and a perfect fun and tequila drinking on…”

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3.Private Snorkeling Tour With Sea Turtles at Akumal Beach – Playa Del Carmen

Experience the beauty of Akumal Beach in Playa Del Carmen with a private snorkeling tour that includes swimming alongside sea turtles. Book your tour for 2024 now!

★ 4.5

“I had done one of the larger tours the last time I was in the area, and this time was MUCH better. Having individual attention from a guide for just me and my friend was great. We saw SO many turtles, a stingray, and a…”

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4.Private Snorkeling With Sea Turtles in Akumal Beach

Experience the ultimate adventure of private snorkeling with sea turtles in Akumal Beach. Swim alongside these majestic creatures in their natural habitat for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

★ 5.0

“Darwin was an amazing guide! He was so helpful, knowledgeable and friendly you couldn’t ask for more in a guide!! We saw over 15 turtles and had the best time I would recommend it to anyone.”

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5.Mayan Adventure Snorkeling Tour From Playa Del Carmen or Riviera Maya

Experience the ultimate Mayan adventure with a snorkeling tour from Playa Del Carmen or Riviera Maya. Explore the stunning underwater world and discover the ancient Mayan culture. Book your tour now!

★ 4.5

“Great experience with Daniel! Beautiful snorkeling, cenote tour and zip line! He made it easy and comfortable for our group! Thank you Papa cita!”

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6.4-Hour Private 38 Catamaran Tour to Paamul Beach With Food, Open Bar & Snorkel

Experience the ultimate beach adventure with a 4-hour private catamaran tour to Paamul Beach. Enjoy food, an open bar, and snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters. Book now for an unforgettable day!

★ 5.0

“Beautiful boat, beautiful views, but the most stars for the fabulous staff, Renata and Captain Pollo and Angel and one more whose name I sadly forget. The drinks were great and the food was incredible—they even whipped up a fantastic mango ceviche at the last…”

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7.Cenote VIP Day Trip With Snorkel Guide – Playa Del Carmen

Experience the beauty of Cenote with a VIP Day Trip in 2024. Enjoy snorkeling and explore the stunning underwater world of Playa Del Carmen with a knowledgeable guide.

★ 5.0

“Much better than expected. Jony was our guide. He enjoys his job very much. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Was worth every penny. Looking forward to doing again next year.. Jony showed us some amazing places, so beautiful. Along with his knowledge of the area and…”

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8.Bestseller! Tulum Private Tour With Turtles and Cenote Snorkeling

Experience the best of Tulum with a private tour that includes snorkeling with turtles and exploring cenotes. Don't miss out on this bestselling adventure!

★ 5.0

“From start to finish our top notch guide Joshua and expert driver Rodrigo made sure we were safe and happy. We enjoyed a completely stress free day that was action packed but so well organized that we never felt pressured to rush. Joshua is definitely…”

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9.Playa Del Carmen Jungle Tour: Tulum, Cenote Snorkeling, Ziplining and Lunch

Experience the ultimate adventure in Playa Del Carmen with a jungle tour that includes Tulum, cenote snorkeling, ziplining, and a delicious lunch. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

★ 4.5

“Swimming in the cenote was awesome! Zip Lines were great too. Bring extra cash or a credit card to buy pictures at the end, as cameras and valuables are all locked up prior to the west excursion.”

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10.Cozumel Luxury Sailing & Snorkeling With Lunch and Open Bar Onboard

Experience luxury sailing and snorkeling in Cozumel with a delicious lunch and open bar onboard. Book now for an unforgettable adventure in the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean!

★ 4.5

“Water was great felt safe Staff was attentive and accommodating Food was very delicious Was a really glad the captain put the sails up that was one of my best parts Happy ending”

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11.4-Hour Private 50 Azimut Yacht Tour With Food, Open Bar & Snorkeling

Experience the ultimate luxury on a 4-hour private yacht tour. Enjoy food, an open bar, and snorkeling on a 50 Azimut yacht. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

★ 5.0

“Wow what a perfect day! We booked the yacht for my husband's birthday with our four children. From the second we got on until we got off we didn't lift a finger. They were so nice and accommodating to our little kids and made the…”

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12.Akumal; Snorkeling and Photos With Turtles

Experience the beauty of Akumal with its incredible snorkeling opportunities and the chance to swim alongside majestic turtles. Capture unforgettable moments with stunning photos.

★ 5.0

“Fantastic snorkeling trip and it is amazing value with the inclusion of photos. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable, we saw several turtles and some stingray and loved the included photos.”

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13.4-Hour Private 40 Sea Ray Yacht Tour to Inha Reef With Open Bar, Food & Snorkel

Experience luxury and adventure on a private 4-hour yacht tour to Inha Reef. Enjoy an open bar, delicious food, and snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

★ 5.0

“The crew was fantastic! My family had so much fun. The drinks and food were outstanding, we will definitely book again.”

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14.Full Experience Isla Mujeres: Food Aboard Premium Drinks Snorkel Free Time

Experience the best of Isla Mujeres with our full experience package! Enjoy delicious food, premium drinks, snorkeling, and plenty of free time to explore this beautiful island.

★ 4.5

“We loved the service of the friendly and attentive crew. (I only wish the snorkeling experience were longer.) Still, there was lots of fish, some coral, and an underwater sculpture to see. (Don’t put on sunscreen until after the snorkel.) The box lunch was satisfying…”

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5.05-Hour 2-Stop Private 50 Azimut Yacht Tour With Food, Open Bar & Snorkeling5 hours (approx.)$1,928.38 5.0Private Beach Escape! Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres With Snorkeling8 hours (approx.)$800.00 5.04-Hour Private 44 Leopard Luxury Catamaran Tour W/ Food, Open Bar & Snorkeling4 hours (approx.)$2,148.77 5.05-Hour Private 38 Luxury Catamaran 2-Stop Tour W/ Food, Open Bar & Snorkeling5 hours (approx.)$2,258.96 5.03 in 1 Private Tour Tulum Cenote and Snorkeling in the Reef8 hours (approx.)$210.00 5.0VIP Tulum Private Tour With Snorkeling in Breathtaking Cenote5 to 6 hours (approx.)$223.00 5.05-Hour Private 40 Luxury Catamaran 2-Stop Tour W/ Food, Open Bar & Snorkeling5 hours (approx.)$1,931.04 5.05-Hour Private 42 Azimut Yacht 2-Stop Tour W/ Food, Open Bar & Snorkeling5 hours (approx.)$1,818.19 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 5.05-Hour Private 44 Leopard Luxury Catamaran 2-Stop Tour W/Food,Open Bar&Snorkel5 hours (approx.)$2,479.34 5.0Tulum Private Archaeology and Snorkeling Tour – Playa Del Carmen6 hours (approx.)$337.50 4.5Sea Turtle and Cenotes Tour Snorkeling From Riviera Maya4 to 5 hours (approx.)$99.00 4.5ATV Extreme and Snorkel Adventure From the Riviera Maya6 hours (approx.)$139.00 5.05-Hour Private 40 Yacht Tour to In-Ha Reef With Open Bar, Food & Snorkel5 hours (approx.)$1,707.99 4.5Full-Day Snorkel Extreme Adventure Tour From Riviera Maya6 hours (approx.)$129.00 5.0Private Snorkeling Tour in 2 Cenotes With Mayan Lunch4 to 5 hours (approx.)$179.00 5.08-Hour Private 38 Catamaran 2-Stop Tour to Cozumel With Food,Open Bar & Snorkel4 hours (approx.)$2,920.12 5.0Snorkeling Akumal1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)$40.00 5.0TULUM, CENOTE, MYSTIKA MUSEUM, TURTLES SNORKELING (Private)5 to 6 hours (approx.)$260.00 4.0Cozumel Snorkeling Tour From Playa Del Carmen10 hours (approx.)$135.00 4.8Whale Shark Safari Snorkeling Tour$235 4.5Snorkel Xtreme Cancun8 hours (approx.)$149.00