About Activity
Discover the magic of the Mexican Caribbean beneath Cancun's warm, turquoise waters.
Swim above El Meco's colorful coral, explore the Cancun Underwater Museum (MUSA) with its collection of 500+ submerged sculptures, watch for sea turtles in their natural habitat and explore a shipwreck reclaimed by the Caribbean.
Then comes something you probably never imagined finding beneath the sea—an underwater cenote, where freshwater emerges through the seabed in the Caribbean.
In approximately two hours in the water, five remarkably different underwater experiences reveal just how much there is to discover beneath Cancun's famous waters.
First-time snorkeler? Small boats, shallow waters and attentive guides keep the experience personal and comfortable.
By the time you climb back aboard, you'll have snorkeled over coral, underwater art and a shipwreck, searched for sea turtles and even discovered a cenote beneath the Caribbean—all without leaving Cancun's coast.
Includes
- Showers and lockers.
- Roundtrip Hotel Transportation – Only If Selected at Booking
- Bottled water
- Early Return Assistance – Boat Transfer Back to the Marina If Needed
- 5 Snorkeling Areas – Reef, Underwater Museum, Sea Turtles, Shipwreck & Underwater Cenote
- English-Speaking Certified Guide
- Snorkeling Equipment – Mask, Snorkel, Fins & Life Vest
Excludes
- Gratuities
- Roundtrip Hotel Transportation – Unless Selected at Booking.
- Dock fee and reef conservation tax
Stop At: Marina Punta Norte Admission Ticket:
Tickets are included Duration:
1 hour 45 minutes Begin your adventure with hotel pickup, if included, or arrive directly at Marina Punta Norte. After check-in, enjoy a short snorkeling briefing before heading out.
Board your boat for the short ride to El Meco Reef, a beautiful shallow snorkeling area along the Great Mayan Reef.
Slip into the warm Caribbean and snorkel above colorful coral as tropical fish swim around you. With depths of approximately 8–12 feet (2.5–3.5 meters) and generally mild currents, it's a great place to begin your underwater adventure.
Next, discover the Cancun Underwater Museum (MUSA), where art becomes part of the marine world. Its collection of 500+ submerged sculptures was designed to evolve beneath the sea, creating new habitats as coral and marine life grow around them. Glide above giant submerged statues beneath the blue Caribbean as marine life transforms the artwork over time.
Stop At: Museo Subacuatico De Arte Your underwater adventure continues in a favorite area for sea turtle sightings, watching for turtles gliding through the Caribbean in their natural habitat. Rays and other marine life may also make an appearance.
Next, explore a shipwreck reclaimed by the Caribbean, now covered in colorful coral and surrounded by schools of tropical fish. With white sand below and crystal-clear turquoise water all around, it feels like snorkeling through a natural Caribbean pool.
For your final snorkeling experience, discover an underwater cenote, where freshwater emerges through the seabed. Explore this unusual natural formation and the marine life around it—a fascinating final glimpse into Cancun's underwater world.
After experiencing five snorkeling areas—from coral reefs and underwater art to turtles, a shipwreck and an underwater cenote—enjoy the short boat ride back to Marina Punta Norte.
Take a freshwater shower, then relax on your return ride to your hotel if transportation is included.
Public transportation options are available nearby Not recommended for pregnant travelers Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Suitable for all physical fitness levels Age Requirement: Children must be at least 6 years old to participate and must be accompanied by an adult. Hotel Transportation: Available from Downtown Cancun, Cancun Hotel Zone, Costa Mujeres and Playa Mujeres when included with your booking. Please provide your hotel name at booking. Transportation must be requested at least 24 hours in advance. Pickup Time: Pickup begins approximately 30 minutes before your scheduled tour time, depending on your hotel. Your exact pickup time and location will be confirmed after booking. Please be ready in your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before your confirmed pickup time. Outside Pickup Area: Transportation is not available from Moon Palace, Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen or Riviera Maya. Guests staying in these areas must arrive directly at Marina Punta Norte. Direct Arrival: Guests without transportation or without hotel information must arrive at Marina Punta Norte 30 minutes before their scheduled tour time for check-in. Snorkeling Experience: Beginners and first-time snorkelers are welcome. A snorkeling briefing is provided before entering the water. Wildlife: Sea turtles, rays and other marine animals are wild. Sightings may vary and cannot be guaranteed. Environmental Protection: Sunscreen is not permitted to help protect the coral reef. A long-sleeve rash guard is recommended for sun protection. Weather: This tour operates rain or shine. If the port is closed to navigation by local authorities, you may reschedule your tour or receive a full refund. Travel Time: Transportation, check-in, briefing and boat travel are included in the total tour duration. Late Arrivals / No-Shows: Guests who arrive late or fail to show up for their scheduled activity are not eligible for a refund. Swimming Requirement: Guests must be comfortable swimming in open water and able to follow the guide's safety instructions throughout the snorkeling activity. Operated by Next Experience Travel For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
Great experience for experienced and not so experienced snorkelersAdventure44910951727
Had a really good time with Guide Deisy and Capitain Mauriclo. I am fairly confident at snorkelling and my girlfriend not so, but we both enjoyed the experience. We had around 2 hours in the water. We got to see 5-6 Turtles on our trip. Trip includes dive at underwater cenotes, reef / statues and shipwreck. Plenty of fish to see. There is a lot of swimming and you do need to be confident in the water to make the most out of it. The guide will take care of you however if you are not as confident.
The boat is very tiny...maybe 8 people plus the crew. The water is so choppy and there are soooo many other boats out in the ocean. Do not eat a meal before this excursion.
Pick up did not happen!michaela_g
We did not get picked up at all, so missed the experience all together!!! Very disappointing- never heard from the operator about what happened!
Would not recommend as obviously unreliable.
Definitely worth the experience.jeremiahg324
At first communication was a little rough to reschedule, but once we went on the trip it was beyond amazing. We’ve been on a snorkeling excursion in Cabo, but this one was much cheaper and way more value. Seeing the turtles, the underwater statues, the sunken ship, and the under cenotes was an amazing experience. The only down side was the cold wind from the North. Unfortunately, that’s beyond their control. I would highly recommend this excursion for people in Cancun.
If you are interested in...Angelique_V
If you are interested in the statues, you will likely be disappointed. Only saw two under water statues. There is a lot of swimming involved which may be a deterrent for less skilled swimmers.
Great snorkeling experience Gabriella_A
It’s a small boat w max 10 people. You should be a good swimmer, it’s a good exercise. You will see beautiful sea creatures, turtles, sea star, diff fishes, lobster, sting ray.. Daisy is a great tour guide and Mariposa( or something like that, i don’t remember het name) made beautiful picture even when the weather was not too good. Worth it!
Total rip; beware. Steve_M
We (5 adults) were so disappointed that the tour was cancelled at the last minute on a dubious excuse: “The port was closed.” No further explanation. I suspect that the operators did not fill the whole boat, so cancelled arbitrarily.
Fun tour! Highly recommened!Valeria_C
My partner and I enjoyed this snorkel tour! Chuy, Captain Lalo and Angel were a great crew - very informative and we felt safe throughout the whole trip. Angel took really nice pictures and videos we just had to buy the video package. Our tour started promptly after getting our small group of 9 people together and testing our equipment before leaving the dock. We then visited all 4 spots listed and it all took about 2ish hours. Throughout the tour Chuy checked that we were all together before moving on to the next spot. We spent a little more time in the turtle and reef section than any others. We then headed back to the dock and waited for our transportation. There are bathrooms and showers at the dock. Would highly recommend!
Snorkeling tour only 2 hoursDennis_G
The staff was great, snorkeling was fantastic. Only issue was details of activity stated 4 hours we were only there for 2. Not sure if we were put on the incorrect tour, we ended up being taken privately which was fine, only issue again is we prepared for longer trip
So much amazing snorkeling!! Read my review for details you will find helpful.Jen_M
This trip was run by Total Snorkel Cancun and the staff were incredible! Captain Emilio and guide Deisy were so knowledgeable and friendly. You should know the details of this trip, it is not a catamaran party boat it is a small boat just 8 people. It is a very personal experience and safe. You get a skilled guide who points out amazing marine life you may have missed. You are literally wet the whole time and go from one spot to the next in a few short minutes. I highly recommend wearing a swim shirt and swim shorts. They discourage applying sunscreen right before you leave the dock due the danger it causes the reef. Apply sunscreen before you leave your resort and wear clothing to cover your bum and back ladies!! There is a lot of swimming/snorkeling on this trip and when we went the seas were very rough and it was quite tiring. Some people were sea sick but the captain took them back to shore-he was very accomodating. You will visit 4 awesome spots but the best in my opinion was the eel grass beds where the sea turtles eat! Absolutely breathtaking to swim so close to a sea turtle. Our young photographer Manuel was incredible-he took the best photos of my daughter and I! I highly recommend purchasing your photos as the cost at the time we went was only $35 and you get all of them digitally! This was an exhausting but awesome experience!! My daughter was 16 and a strong swimmer-I would not take young kids on this trip with the rough seas.
Great snorkeling trip Amanda_K
Great first snorkeling tour for kids. Shout out to boat captain Emilio for helping my nervous 6 year old feel more comfortable and physically helping me back into the boat. We saw turtles, reefs, lots of cool stuff! It was nice to have a half day option too.
Snorkeling in CancunDream784661
Great tour for a family of good swimmers ! Ricardo is the best guide! We had a wonderful time! 3-hour of snorkeling with fishes and turtles.
The tour operator didn't show upD8705TVjeffreyb
I would love to say that this was a wonderful snorkeling trip, however, the company never showed up at the 'departure time' that was listed on the original offer. After calling the tour operator the morning of the tour and chatting online with Travelocity there was no additional information given.
It was an experience...Nathan_G
It was an amazing experience, thank you to the whole team, barracuda, kike and izella for their Welcoming and professionalism during this expedition
Excellent Experience Yeimi_V
Excelente servicio. Puntuales y el tour, uno de los mejores que pueda escoger. Altamente recomendado. En el puerto muy profesionales siguiendo todas las medidas de seguridad para que puedan disfrutar del tour!
I loved it so much, thank you for that amazing experience! I saw turtles and many fish, I highly recommend
Amazing Experience and Excellent Service. I managed to see turtles and endless colorful fish. The Service was more than I expected and the warmth of the staff unmatched, I would do it again with them without hesitation, highly recommended to have a great morning!!
