Top 15 Cozumel Tours

1.Ultramar Ferry, Regular round ticket, Playa del Carmen-Cozumel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 302 reviews · 30 to 35 minutes (approx.) · from $38Our pick

Take Ultramar’s 30 to 35 minute ferry crossing between Playa del Carmen and Cozumel on a regular round ticket. Collect your boarding passes at the Ultramar office at Navega federal pier, then wait in the terminal 30 minutes before departure. Live music, room for luggage, and snacks and drinks for sale add comfort to the ride.

“Seth was amazing! We loved the experience and everything turned out perfect. If you’re looking for a photoshoot in Istanbul, Seth service is a perfect choice.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 244 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Take a catamaran from Cozumel for guided reef snorkeling, a swim stop, and time to sail, swim, or try a paddleboard. Lunch and an open bar are included; round-trip hotel transport is offered from most Cancun and Riviera Maya hotels. Plan for an extra $30 ferry fee, and confirm pickup and island time before you go.

“perfect experience and nice lunch with umlimited drinks….all kinds of cocktail free to get，do you believe it？highly recommend”

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3.Luxury FERRY Xcaret: From Playa del Carmen to Cozumel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 71 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Take an approximately 45-minute ferry from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel aboard a modern, air-conditioned vessel. An open ticket lets you choose among hourly departures. You’ll find WiFi, restrooms, luggage storage, outdoor seating, and designated spaces for wheelchairs and pets. The ride is quick, though the crossing can feel rough if you’re prone to motion sickness.

“Everything was nice except that ticket center didn't want to scan the voucher you guys give us, fora moment I thought It was a fake voucher, I insist and the look into their list and they found Us. Next time I would go an buy my tickets directly into the ticket box.”

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4.Cozumel Dive Package – Certified Divers from the Riviera Maya (4 dives)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $378

Spend two days with Pro Dive International: two guided reef sessions along the Riviera Maya, then two in Cozumel Marine Park. The package includes the ferry, second-day lunch, and a guide, with groups capped at 12. Bring your certification, check pickup costs, and budget extra for equipment rental and park fees.

“ProDive is one of the top companies in the district, covering Cancun all the way down to Tulum. Instructors are excited to share their passion of scuba diving with their customers. Sales and admin on the other hand are a whole different matter. After equalization issues and bad weather, we decided to rest for the couple days left of vacation that we had, and when we visited the dive shop for a refund, they became argumentative and combative. 30 minutes of argument later, and the worst Customer Service on the planet, they were adamant to no refund policy. BUYER BEEARE! We have dives across the planet and would never use…”

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5.8H 38′ Catamaran All-Incl. to Cozumel in Tulum & Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Top rated

Set out from Puerto Aventuras on a private catamaran for snorkeling, swimming, fishing and time on Paamul’s beach, weather permitting. Snorkel gear, towels, lunch, snacks and an unlimited open bar are included. The crew has included captains and hosts such as José and Manuel on past trips, but the advertised duration and Cozumel route conflict with the four-hour Paamul plan, so confirm those details before booking.

“Celeste pinelo pollo and angel did an absolutely amazing job on our 8 hour trip to Cozumel. Highly recommend for amazing trip. Great food and beautiful water to snorkel and swim. Thanks for all your hard work!!”

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6.Tour to Cozumel by Catamaran with Snorkeling and Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $161

Take the ferry from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel, then sail by catamaran to snorkel near Palancar and visit El Cielo and Cielito. The day includes snorkel gear, lunch at Playa Mia, drinks after water activities, and time in San Miguel. Joluga Catamaran runs the tour, with groups capped at 45.

“Fantastic, very attentive staff, and careful with safety. Tour really matches the description. Excellent.Auto-translated”

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7.Fun Dive Machine in Playa del Carmen or Cozumel-For Certificates

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $251

Choose two reef stops off Playa del Carmen or a Cozumel outing with clear water and dramatic walls. Certified scuba participants, from Open Water level, go with a guide in a group capped at four. Gear, boat transport, snacks, and water are included. Ask whether the direct speedboat to Cozumel is available.

“The diving experience was amazing! It was my first time diving, and the instructors, Jessica and Pauli, were incredibly attentive and patient with me. They made me feel safe and confident the whole time. I would definitely do it again. It was even better than I expected”

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8.8-Hour Private 40′ Cat 2 Stop to Cozumel, Food, Drinks & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

From Puerto Aventuras, take a private eight-hour yacht trip to southern Cozumel with Riviera Elite. You can try trolling for fish, snorkel at Playa Palancar and a second reef, and enjoy lunch, snacks, and an open bar. Gear and towels are supplied. Ramon is one crew member associated with the trip; confirm who will be aboard when you book.

“Ramon and his crew were great. They kept us informed as to what to expect and were at the ready drinks, food, snorkels and other water play activities. We wanted for nothing the entire time. Also the boat was in great shape. Very accommodating and friendly crew. I recommend to anyone contemplating this kind of trip.”

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9.2 Tank Dive in Cozumel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · 7 hours (approx.)

Travel from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel for two reef visits, with a ferry crossing, lunch, equipment, park fees, and private transport included. The outing lasts about seven hours and is aimed at certified scuba divers, though snorkeling is also mentioned. Pickup covers Playa del Carmen and Akumal, not Cancun or Tulum.

“This is my second scuba trip with Viator and both were very low quality. It is best to Google reputable places in the area and buy directly. The boat was complete garbage, the transport was packed full, the snorkel equipment was the cheapest I had ever seen anywhere. No booties for scuba and only fins that hurt your feet. Our dive master was good, though. This was the only dive trip I’ve ever been on where they forgot to turn on my air. I jumped in the ocean and couldn’t breathe. I understand it was my responsibility to check but the assured me I was good to go. Lesson learned.…”

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10.Cozumel Snorkeling Tour from Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 29 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $135

Take the 9:00 am ferry from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel, then visit reef sites in the island’s marine park with a guide and provided snorkel gear. The day includes refreshments and a buffet lunch. Guide Gustavo has been praised for helping families, but guide assignment and reef stops can vary.

“Book with another provider. The transportation was poorly coordinated, we snorkeled at two locations for about an hour each and did not include El Cielo. The equipment provided was substandard including cheap inflatable safety vests with snorkel gear of questionably hygiene standards. The food was sparse and the buffet lunch had a long line with no seating, which didn't matter because the food was in edible even though I was starving. The place is beautiful and staff friendly but this company was a mistake.”

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11.Cozumel Private Yacht and Snorkel with Lunch and Open Bar Onboard

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours aboard a private yacht in Cozumel, with snorkeling, lunch, alcoholic drinks, soda, and bottled water included. The boat is for your group alone, up to 14 people. Hotel pickup is available in much of Cancun and the Riviera Maya, but allow extra time for the drive and ferry. A $30-per-person ferry fee is not included.

“For the price we paid for this, somewhat disappointing. The food was a cheese tray. Drinks were fair and service was acceptable, but not rated a 10. Communication with the tour company, “Viator” was not user friendly.”

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12.8-Hour Private 50′ Azimut 2-Stop Tour to Cozumel Beach w/Food, Drinks & Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Sail from Puerto Aventuras to southern Cozumel aboard a private 50-foot Azimut, with time for El Cielo’s shallow turquoise water, reef snorkeling, swimming and optional trolling. Lunch includes guacamole, ceviche and grilled cheeseburgers, with an open bar. The crew has included Captain Pinelo, Ren, Axel and Yahir, though assignments can vary.

“Ren, Axel, Captain Pinelo, and Yahir, Thank You, Thank You, Thank you! What an exceptional day with an exceptionally awesome Captain and crew. We, the 8 of us, have done many boat trips, none offer the delicious homemade ceviche and delicious burgers. We would highly recommend this team to anyone.”

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13.Full-Day Catamaran Cozumel Tour with Sky Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $189

Take a full-day trip from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel by ferry and catamaran. Snorkel the Palancar and Colombia reef area, then visit starfish-rich El Cielo, have a regional lunch and open bar, and spend time in San Miguel. Snorkel gear and ferry fare are included. Confirm the meeting point and check-in time by WhatsApp before departure.

“My husband and I had a really fun time on this all day adventure. The entire crew was so friendly and helpful. They made sure everyone had a great time while keeping everyone safe. We had a super fun time snorkeling and taking in the beautiful scenery. Traveler Tip: Make sure you have WhatsApp on your phone so you can receive messages regarding when and where to meet. Our reservation confirmation documents from Viator stated the meeting time as 8:30 am and the meeting location as next to the Avis office at the ferry terminal. The night before our excursion, I received a WhatsApp stating that the actual meeting time…”

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14.El Cielo Cozumel

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 12 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $168

Take a ferry from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel, then board a boat for guided snorkeling at Palancar and Colombia reefs and a stop at El Cielo. Snorkel gear, lunch, and round-trip hotel transportation are included where pickup is available. Arki and Chucho are among the crew members praised by name, though the guide may vary.

“Communication with the company was speedy and simple. Pickup arrived on time. It was a suv, only about 10 minutes from our hotel in Playacar to the ferry terminal then a 5 minute walk to the tour office. At the tour office we were taken through the itinerary for the day, given our return ferry tickets, outbound 9:00am, return 4:00pm. They also took our picture so the boat crew would recognise us, The ferry crossing was about 35 minutes. On arriving on Cozumel the boat dock was a 2 block walk. Only about 5 minutes away. We were soon checked in and off on the boat. The boat held about…”

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15.El Cielo and El Cielito in Cozumel with Beach Club, Food, and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 10 reviews · from $180

Take a catamaran tour to Palancar Reef, El Cielo, and El Cielito, with bilingual guides, snorkel gear, and margaritas, beer, soft drinks, and water on board. After time in the sea, head to Bahía Beach Club for a choice of chicken, pork, or vegetarian fajitas, plus pool and beach facilities. No guide names are provided.

“Excellent service, very punctual, and the tour was amazing. The views were beautiful, and the food on board the catamaran was great.”

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