Cozumel El Cielo and Columbia Snorkel with Playa Mia Beach Club Excursion S1595

Description

• Round trip transportation from meeting point!
• English speaking snorkel guides!
• Snorkel at 2 locations - El Cielo Starfish Bay and Columbia Reef!
• Marine toilette onboard the catamaran boat!
• Entrance fee to Playa Mia Grand Beach Park!
• Snorkel set includes varied sized fins, sanitized snorkel, silicone mask, and a vest for the boat!
• Marine Park fee!
• 1.5 hour Beach Break at Playa Mia Grand Beach Park afterward!
  
• Open domestic bar at Playa Mia!

Enjoy snorkeling at two of Cozumel's top stops - El Cielo Starfish Bay and Columbia Reef. Hop aboard the Aqua Dream Catamaran and enjoy snorkeling followed by a beach break at Playa Mia Grand Beach Club.

Playa Mia now has restrictions on sunscreen use in order to help fight the spread of White Band coral syndrome that is killing the coral reefs from Florida to the Caribbean. These products cover the coral, cutting off the oxygen, and causing the coral reefs to die. UV protective clothing, long sleeved shirts, and hats are encouraged; sunblocks and sunscreens are not allowed.

With a capacity of 80, pick a spot and relax during your ride to the snorkel sites. The catamaran crew will circulate on the deck to pass out cold beverages during the 1-hour sail. When you arrive at the famed Columbia coral reef, the snorkel staff will pass out the snorkel gear and show you how to use it. They will then assist you into the water and lead you on a guided drift snorkel. This means the gentle current will glide you over the reefs and you will not have to use your fins much at all. There is a lot of beautiful marine life to see as you glide over one reef to the other. The snorkel time is about 45 minutes drift snorkel over Colombia Reef.

Then guests will hop back on board and head to the magical, El Cielo or "heaven" in Spanish about a 15-minute sail away. This special location is also known as Starfish Bay. This is a shallow white sandy bottom bay only accessible by boat. Starfish of many varieties are scattered along the bottom or "the stars scattered in heaven". Guests may use the snorkel gear to glide over the starfish or relax in the shallow water (on average the water is approximately 3 feet deep). Guests will have approximately 45 minutes to enjoy this special bay that not many guests ever get to see.

At the end of the snorkel part of this Playa Mia Catamaran Shore Excursion, you will be assisted back aboard the Aqua Dream catamaran boat. The excursion crew will have an open bar ready to refresh you! The captain will then set sail for Playa Mia Beach Club for your beach break. At Playa Mia, you will have about 1.5 hours to enjoy the lunch buffet and all the facilities at the beach club. There is a lot of choose from and do. You will also have an open bar!

At the end of your Cozumel catamaran excursions with beach break, the staff will send you back to the meeting point via taxi (cost included). Guests may also have the option to stay at Playa Mia and return to the cruise ship at their leisure and at own expense. Note the opening hours at Playa Mia Beach Club are 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM.

A Partial List of Playa Mia Beach Park Attractions: Restaurant, bars, beach, cantina pool, twin pool slides, Oasis Pool with Hydro Massages, kids pool, floating water park (in the ocean), underwater Mayan city snorkeling area (snorkel gear for rent).

A Partial List of Playa Mia Amenities, Games, Activities and Services (included): Kids games, Wi-Fi Internet (at coffee shop), lounge chairs, Hobie Cat sailboats, kayaks, pedal boats, water tricycles, floating mats and inner tubes, bungee trampoline, ping pong, snorkeling gear (at additional cost), beach volleyball and soccer, playground, shopping area, showers, dressing rooms and restrooms, live vests, lifesaving service and supervision, rescue boat, First Aid Center and Paramedic.

Cold Station Buffet: House salad, Caribbean salad, pasta salad, fish ceviche, vinaigrette, Caesar dressing, season tropical fruits, corn, beet, carrots, tortilla chips, guacamole, pico de gallo, jalapenos, red sauce, sour cream, croutons, Parmesan cheese, other cheeses.

Entrees: Breaded fish fillet, fried tacos, chicken fajitas, hot dogs, lasagna, mini meatballs, chicken nuggets.

Side Dishes: Zucchini au gratin, fusilli Pomodoro, fried potatoes, french fries, mashed potatoes, Mexican rice, fried beans, house bread, corn tortillas, mac and cheese, catchup, mayo, and mustard.

Desserts: Rice pudding, Jell-O (various flavors) and assorted cookies.

National Open Bar: Purified bottled water, soft drinks, draft beer, juice, mixed drinks with tequila, mezcal, brandy, rum or vodka (such as margaritas, pina colada, rum punch, daiquiris), house wine, coffee and unlimited flavored water (no straight shots).

What is included?

• Round trip catamaran transportation from the meeting point
• Aquadream catamaran excursion, sailing when conditions allow
  
• Marine toilette onboard the catamaran boat
• PADI certified English speaking snorkel excursion guides
  
• Snorkel set includes varied sized fins, sanitized snorkel, silicone mask, and vest
• Guided drift snorkeling time at Columbia Reef in the National Marine Park
  
• Snorkeling and relaxing at the famous El Cielo Starfish Bay
• Domestic Open Bar Onboard
  
• Entrance fee to Playa Mia Beach Club
  
  Amenities and Facilities at Playa Mia all included at no charge:
  
• International Buffet
  
• Domestic open bar at Playa Mia
  
• Buccaneer's bay - Super fun Kids Water Park with a lagoon-pool and activities including a pirate ship, water cannons, water sprays & animal slides, Oasis island pool & hydro massage tub, 200-foot long twin twister water slides
  
• Shopping area
  
• Lounge Chairs
  
• Underwater Mayan City (snorkel gear available for rent)
  
• Ocean Kayaks
  
• Hobie Cats, Paddle Boats, Water Bicycles, Inner Tubes, Floating Mats
  
• Kids Playground
• Organized Games
  
• Ping Pong Tables, Volleyball Court, Soccer Court
• Huge Board Games
  
• Showers, Restrooms and Dressing Rooms
• Lifeguard, On-site First Aid Center & Paramedic
• All fees and entrance costs
  

Excursion Notes

• We suggest you bring a towel, waterproof camera, and cash for tips, additional purchases, etc.
  
• Lockers, umbrellas, and towels can be rented at Playa Mia.
• Playa Mia now has restrictions on sunscreen use in order to help fight the spread of White Band coral syndrome that is killing the coral reefs from Florida to the Caribbean. These products cover the coral, cutting off the oxygen, and causing the coral reefs to die. UV protective clothing, long-sleeved shirts, and hats are encouraged; sunblocks and sunscreens are not allowed.
  
• Not available on Sundays

Where we meet

The meeting point for the Cozumel Double Site Snorkel and Playa Mia Beach Club Cruise Excursion, within walking distance/or a short taxi ride and close to all of Cozumel's cruise piers. All necessary details will be printed on your Electronic Shore Excursion Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• Minimum participation age is 10 years old, maximum participation age is 70 years old.
• Children ages 4 to 9 years old may not snorkel.
• Minimum weight is 70lbs. Maximum weight is 250lbs (114Kg).
• Guests must be able to climb up a ladder to get back into the boat.
• This excursion is not wheelchair accessible.
• Guests who are on medications such as antidepressants, Lithium, beta-blockers or blood pressure/vein constrictors may not participate.
• All participants must be proficient swimmers, in GOOD health and self-sufficient.
• The use of a life vest during the snorkeling activity is mandatory with no exception.
• Participants must comply with all of the instructions given by the Vessel Captain and/or its crew.
• PARTICIPANTS MUST COMPLY WITH THE SPECIFIC RULES OF EACH INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY INSIDE THE PARK. Participants must comply with Cozumel National Marine Park rules of use.
• Under-aged participants must be accompanied, directly supervised and cared for by the responsible Companion, Parent (s)-or Legal Guardian at all times.
• Alcoholic Beverages will be served AFTER the Snorkeling activity only.
• Legal drinking age in Mexico is 18 years of age. *FOR SAFETY REASON, STRAIGHT SHOTS ARE NOT PROVIDED; ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE SERVED AS MIXED DRINKS.
• Playa Mia Beach Club requires, at its sole discretion, a valid photo ID as proof of age for alcoholic beverage consumption.
• Playa Mia Beach reserves the right to refuse service of Alcoholic beverages to guests that appear intoxicated, are unruly or underage.
• ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN A WAIVER.
• This Cozumel El Cielo and Columbia Snorkel with Playa Mia Beach Club Excursion may involve risks. We suggest you check with your elected person of choice to see if these possible risks might affect you.

Excursion FAQ

Cancellation

• Canceled by client prior to excursion date with a minimum of 48 hours prior notice by email to: contact@shoreexcursioneer.com. For cancellation reasons below, you must contact us via email within 14 days after your excursion:
• Your ship arrives into port late and you cannot make it in time to the meeting location (we will verify with the tour operator).
• Your ship skips/misses the port.
• Weather conditions or equipment failure prevents the operator from running the excursion.
• A medical problem prevents you from safely participating in the excursion (we will verify with the excursion operator or guest may send doctor's note). This applies to individuals only and not the remainder of the group.
• Cancellations/deposit refund requests that do not comply with the above may not be subject to refund.