Cozumel Snorkel Tour: Starfish at Playa Cielo, Stingrays at El Cielito Beach & Turtle Sanctuary
by Cozumel Tours and Excursions
Overview
This four-hour snorkeling tour in Cozumel covers three well-known marine spots. The tour begins with a visit to Playa Cielo, where the sandy sea floor is home to numerous starfish. Next, the boat moves to El Cielito Beach, a shallow area where stingrays are commonly found. The final stop is Cozumel’s Turtle Sanctuary, where visitors can observe turtles in their natural environment. The tour is conducted from a shaded boat equipped with snorkel gear including vest, mask, and tube. Experienced guides lead the snorkeling activities and provide drinks such as beer, water, sodas, and snacks during the trip. This excursion starts and ends near the main cruise ports, making it convenient for cruise passengers. A marine park fee is required but not included in the price. The boat features a small ladder to assist with entry and exit from the water.
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Itinerary
El Cielo, El Cielito and Turtle Bay
The visit includes three natural marine sites: El Cielo sandbar with abundant sand and many starfish, El Cielito beach which is a shallow area inhabited by stingrays, and Cozumel's Turtle Bay, a natural sanctuary with turtles. All vehicles comply with required sanitation standards.
240 min
Meeting point
Meeting time is 15 minutes before your Tour time at the MARINA ASIPONA COZUMEL, located 5 minutes by taxi from SSA and PUERTA MAYA cruise ports and 15 minutes from Downtown. Upon arrival look for our COZUMEL TOURS office located next to the Tequila store.
End point
Meeting time is 15 minutes before your Tour time at the MARINA ASIPONA COZUMEL, located 5 minutes by taxi from SSA and PUERTA MAYA cruise ports and 15 minutes from Downtown. Upon arrival look for our COZUMEL TOURS office located next to the Tequila store.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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