Cozumel Colombia and Palancar Reef Snorkel, and Starfish Sandbar Excursion by Glass Bottom Boat

Description

• Convenient meeting location near your Cozumel cruise ship terminal!
  
• Best snorkeling inside Cozumel's famous protected Marine Park!
  
• English-speaking certified snorkeling captain and snorkel shore excursion guide!
  
• All instructions included!
  
• The Snorkel set includes varied-sized fins, a sanitized snorkel, a silicone mask, and a vest!
  
• Complimentary cold bottled water, juice, and beer!
  
• Great snorkeling excursion that allows time for other activities in Cozumel!
  

A visit to Cozumel is incomplete without visiting Palancar Reef, Colombia Reef, and Starfish Bay Sandbar, also known as El Cielo or Heaven. Snorkeling through these amazing sites will leave you in awe. These are considered the best locations for a unique snorkeling experience. Reserve in advance due to limited spacing. Don't miss out!

Adventure awaits just a 10-minute ride from your designated cruise ship terminal to the Cozumel excursion meeting location. Your certified guide will be waiting for your arrival to proceed with check-in. You'll then hop aboard the boat that will take you to the first sites - Palancar and Colombia Coral Reefs. You will be provided with a clean snorkeling set and given a brief introduction to safety instructions.

Please note: Observers are welcome. There is a glass viewing window at the bottom of the boat so they can see the marine life below (pricing is the same for riders and snorkelers). Children under 4 years old are free (one per couple). Regular child rates apply to others. See pricing below for more information.

Palancar and Colombia Reefs are located within the Cozumel Marine Park boundaries and are home to a diverse range of marine life. The coral reefs at both locations are shallow, which makes for exceptional and up-close viewing. You will have about 30+ minutes at each site before heading towards the secluded area where few boats are allowed due to limited permits. El Cielo or "Heaven", is truly just that...heavenly. The bay's pure white sandy bottom is abundant with starfish in the crystal clear shallow waters.

During your boat ride, you will be offered complimentary cold bottled water, juice, and beer. Whenever you are ready, you may take a taxi back to your Cozumel cruise ship terminal or downtown for shopping, etc.

What is included?

• Certified captain, crew, and bilingual snorkel shore excursion guide.
• The snorkel set includes varied-sized fins, a sanitized snorkel, a silicone mask, and a vest (child sizes are limited, please bring your own).
• Cold bottled water, juice, and beer on the Cozumel Colombia, Palancar Reef Snorkel, and Starfish Sandbar Excursion by Glass Bottom Boat.
• Restroom/marine toilet onboard the boat.
  
• Emergency first aid equipment including oxygen.
• The same price applies to snorkelers and non-snorkelers.

Excursion Notes

• Parents must monitor their children's swimming abilities at all times.
• We suggest you bring a swimsuit, towel, sun protection, cash for a taxi, extra food and drinks, tips, etc.

Where we meet

Your meeting location for the Cozumel Colombia and Palancar Reef Snorkel, and Starfish Sandbar Excursion by Glass Bottom Boat is just a 3-8 minute taxi ride (not included, approx. $10.00-$14.00 USD, per taxi up to 4 passengers) away from your pier. All necessary details will be printed on your Electronic Shore Excursion Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• Unfortunately, this excursion is not recommended for those with mobility impairments as a ladder must be used to exit the boat at both locations.
• Water sports may not be safe for pregnant women, people with high blood pressure, asthma, diabetes, or similar conditions. Please seek advice from a medical professional before participating in this activity.
• The minimum age to snorkel is 5 years old but small gear is limited but you are welcome to bring your own.

Excursion FAQ

Cancellation

• 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 and the 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.
• Refunds may be subject to a service charge fee as determined by the payment processor, please refer to Terms and Conditions for more information.