Cozumel Underwater Wonders: El Cielo Sandbar & Reef Snorkeling
Overview
Are you searching for an incredible snorkelling adventure in Cozumel? Join our private tour and prepare to discover the stunning Colombia and Palancar Reefs along with the exclusive El Cielo Sandbar.
Upon arrival, you will receive your snorkelling equipment, then plunge into the crystal-clear waters of Colombia Reef for an excellent close-up view. After that, we will take you to Palancar Reef for more incredible marine life encounters.
Finally, we'll go to the remote El Cielo area, which is a beautiful spot with crystal-clear and shallow waters, populated by starfish on a white sandy seabed. Access to the site is limited to a few guests, which makes it an extraordinary and exclusive experience.
During our tour, we'll provide, soft drinks, beer and also a delicious beach picnic, so you'll have everything needed for a fantastic day out.
Whether you're an experienced snorkeler or new to the activity, our exclusive tour provides a remarkable adventure that you would not want to miss!
What's Included
- Lunch Picnic on the beach that includes: guacamole, ham and cheese tortas, fish ceviche and seasonal fruit.
- Complimentary bottled water, soft drinks, and beer. Beer is only served after the snorkeling part
- Transportation from the meeting point
- Photos of your tour at no additional cost
- National Marine Park Fee and bracelets
- Best snorkeling inside Cozumel's famous protected National Marine Park
- Convenient meeting location near your Cozumel cruise ship terminal
- Snorkel set includes varied-sized fins, sanitized snorkel, a silicone mask, and a vest
- English-speaking certified snorkeling captain and guide
- Transportation to the meeting point. Approx. $10.00-$14.00 USD, per taxi up to 4 passengers
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Parque Nacional Arrecifes de Cozumel
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Playa El Cielo
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- All participants must be proficient swimmers, in good health, and self-sufficient.
- Guests must be able to climb up a ladder to get back into the boat.
- The use of a life vest during the snorkeling activity is mandatory with no exception.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Cozumel at all
- Cruise Ship Details Needed: Cruise ship travelers, please provide the full name of your cruise, cruise company, port, and docking time to ensure seamless tour coordination.
- The minimum age to snorkel is 5 years old but small gear limited but you are welcome to bring your own.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: Will I get seasick on Cozumel Underwater Wonders: El Cielo Sandbar & Reef Snorkeling?
A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023
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Activity code: C-242891P18
Additional Info
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- Lunch. Picnic on the beach that includes: guacamole, ham and cheese tortas, fish ceviche and seasonal fruit.
- Complimentary bottled water, soft drinks, and beer. Beer is only served after the snorkeling part.
- Transportation from the meeting point.
- Photos of your tour at no additional cost.
- National Marine Park Fee and bracelets.
- Best snorkeling inside Cozumel's famous protected National Marine Park.
- Convenient meeting location near your Cozumel cruise ship terminal.
- Snorkel set includes varied-sized fins, sanitized snorkel, a silicone mask, and a vest.
- English-speaking certified snorkeling captain and guide.
- Transportation to the meeting point. Approx. $10.00-$14.00 USD, per taxi up to 4 passengers.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Cozumel Underwater Wonders: El Cielo Sandbar & Reef Snorkeling is as follows:
- 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
- All participants must be proficient swimmers, in good health, and self-sufficient.
- Guests must be able to climb up a ladder to get back into the boat.
- The use of a life vest during the snorkeling activity is mandatory with no exception.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cozumel Underwater Wonders: El Cielo Sandbar & Reef Snorkeling will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- LunchPicnic on the beach that includes: guacamole, ham and cheese tortas, fish ceviche and seasonal fruit.
- Complimentary bottled water, soft drinks, and beer. Beer is only served after the snorkeling part
- Transportation from the meeting point
- Photos of your tour at no additional cost
- National Marine Park Fee and bracelets
- Best snorkeling inside Cozumel's famous protected National Marine Park
- Convenient meeting location near your Cozumel cruise ship terminal
- Snorkel set includes varied-sized fins, sanitized snorkel, a silicone mask, and a vest
- English-speaking certified snorkeling captain and guide
- Transportation to the meeting point. Approx. $10.00-$14.00 USD, per taxi up to 4 passengers
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- All participants must be proficient swimmers, in good health, and self-sufficient.
- Guests must be able to climb up a ladder to get back into the boat.
- The use of a life vest during the snorkeling activity is mandatory with no exception.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- No port, no pay! Guaranteed full refund if your cruise ship does not call port in Cozumel at all
- Cruise Ship Details Needed: Cruise ship travelers, please provide the full name of your cruise, cruise company, port, and docking time to ensure seamless tour coordination.
- The minimum age to snorkel is 5 years old but small gear limited but you are welcome to bring your own.
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