The 15 Best Cozumel Catamaran Cruises

1.Lagoon 39ft Private Catamaran 5hr – El Cielo Full Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 600 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · $2,200 for the boat, seats 15 Our pick

You’ll cruise from Cozumel Windseekers’ marina aboard a private Lagoon 39 catamaran for about five hours. The crew helps shape your day around snorkeling, El Cielo, sandbar time, paddleboarding, and swimming, while serving lunch, snacks, and a top-shelf bar. Groups of up to 15 share the boat, with crew members such as Hugo, Lucy, Saul, and Captain David often praised for attentive service.

“First class experience on all levels! Boat is meticulously clean, well maintained, safe and reliable. Staff are amazing! We felt spoiled the entire trip! They took such good care of us! From food prep to drink services and knowledge of the best places to see the reef, sea turtles, coral, sting rays, fish and a shallow crystal clear water sand bar where we sat on a float, did some paddle boarding and just chilled! All we had to do was show up and enjoy our relaxing adventure!”

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2.Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 330 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $79 per person

Spend about four hours aboard a shared catamaran from The Money Bar, snorkeling near Colombia and Palancar reefs before relaxing at El Cielo’s sandbar with stingrays, starfish, ceviche, fruit, and drinks. Guides such as Jonathan and Carlos may help in the water and capture underwater photos. The boat holds up to 30 people.

“My wife, 10yr old daughter, & I had an amazing time on this tour and would highly recommend to our friends & family. The crew was great! Jonathan our guide was great at explaining everything, patient, & very attentive. Carlos, the photographer, captured amazing photos & was also very helpful in the water. Pedro, our captain was great navigating the catamaran & Israel was helpful at getting us back on the boat. The ceviche at the sandbar was the perfect snack and coming back to The Money Bar to a full restaurant, bar, outdoor showers, and bathrooms was nice. Highly recommend!”

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3.El Cielo Cozumel Snorkeling trip by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 276 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $95 per person

Leave Marina Cozumel for Palancar and Columbia reefs, then swim near El Cielo and El Cielito with guides such as David, Elias, and Oliver. Expect about four hours on the water, shared snorkeling gear, turtles, starfish, rays, ceviche, drinks, and a beach or sandbar stop. The $95 price excludes an $11 marine fee.

“Water was absolutely gorgeous! Snacks and drinks were great! The guides were very knowledgeable and boat was nice!”

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4.Deluxe Private Boats – 40 ft Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.)

Spend five to six hours aboard a private 40-foot catamaran off Cozumel. Your captain chooses a North or South route with you, then plans reef snorkeling, El Cielo, beaches, or other quiet stops around the weather. Lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, a paddle board, and attentive crew service are included.

“The staff was remarkable and attentive. The ship was in excellent shape and conditions. The food was spectacular.”

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5.Cozumel Catamaran Snorkeling Tour & lunch®

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 109 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Spend about six hours aboard a spacious catamaran off Cozumel, snorkeling Colombia or Palancar Reef before visiting El Cielo’s starfish area and the shallow El Cielito sandbar. Afterward, enjoy regional food, drinks, and Playa Mia amenities. Strong swimming skills are required, and alcohol is served only after snorkeling.

“We were so grateful to the team on Aqua dream 2. They really brought the trip to life, made us feel safe, and we saw some amazing things! There was even dancing at the end!”

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6.El Cielo Cozumel Snorkel tour by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 52 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours aboard an insured catamaran from Marina Cozumel ASIPONA, stopping at Palancar Reef, Columbia Reef, Turtle Bay, and El Cielo. Your English-speaking crew provides gear, safety help, drinks, ceviche, and chips. The group is limited to 25 people, with an $11 marine fee paid separately.

“Haven't had a bad tour yet, while on the island, and this one is no exception. These guys were wonderful and impressive. The catamaran was roomy and clean. Took precautions to ensure everyone's safety. Snorkeling was great. We were taken to a spot where there was lots to see, but nothing protected. This meant were able to "free dive," without worrying about accidental damage. Lunch was incredible. However the best part of the tour was how well they had taken care of an older gentleman with some type of muscular/nerve disorder. They took really great care of him and they were fun to boot. For that, they deserve even extra…”

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7.Cozumel Catamaran Snorkeling Tour & lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 42 reviews · 6 hours · from $90 per person

Cruise Cozumel’s coast by catamaran, snorkel with a PADI-certified guide at Palancar Reef, then visit starfish-filled El Cielo Bay. Afterward, enjoy lunch, drinks, entertainment, and beach time. The $90 price includes gear, meals, and post-snorkel beer or margaritas, but not the $13 marine park fee.

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8.Catamaran Excursion + Open bar + Snorkeling at El Cielo

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 26 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $34 per person Best value

Spend about five hours off Cozumel, snorkeling at Columbia Reef, Palancar Reef, and El Cielo before relaxing in shallow El Cielito waters. The $34 price includes gear, guides, lunch, beer, and margaritas for adults, but a 500 MXN per-person tax is extra. The 35-person boat may feel crowded.

“Super great experience to the most amazing waters. Definitely will be back, and will def recommend because it’s the most gorgeous water I’ve ever seen.”

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9.Catamaran Tour To Isla de la Pasión

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 21 reviews · 5 hours · from $105 per person

Sail from Puerto de Abrigo Marina toward Isla de la Pasión on a bilingual catamaran tour with lunch, ceviche, fruit, snacks, drinks, snorkeling gear, paddle boards, hammocks, and a floating mat. Charlie and Christopher have earned praise for friendly service. Weather can change the island stop, so bring swimwear, sun protection, and cash.

“Charlie and Christopher (forgot the other guys) were excellent guides. Super friendly. Super accommodating. Super attentive. Super patient. Super funny. From the time we stepped onto the catamaran it was 5-star service. Drinks, fruit, and lunch were superb! We will definitely be using them again in the future.”

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10.Catamaran Snorkeling to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $84 per person

Meet JS Tours at Money Bar Beach Club for a four-hour catamaran trip to Palancar Reef and El Cielo. You will snorkel with a guide, look for fish and starfish, stand in shallow water near stingrays, and enjoy beer, margaritas, rum punch, ceviche, fruit, and chips onboard. The group is capped at 30 people.

“We did not expect the quality and were very pleased with how the snorkeling tour turned out, even my wife that does not swim thoroughly enjoyed the trip on the catamaran and the service provided! The 4 gentlemen did an excellent job! My daughter and I experienced a great time of snorkeling that ended at El Cielo with all 3 stops seeing a lot of sea life. We stoped for our relajarse or siesta in the water where they even maneuvered the boat up to a sand bar where my wife could get out and enjoy the time along with some of the best ceviche and melon we have ever…”

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11.Catamaran in Cozumel with snorkeling at El Cielo and open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 19 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $38 per person

Spend about five hours aboard a double-deck catamaran from Cozumel, snorkeling a reef, swimming at El Cielo, and relaxing at shallow El Cielito. Your crew provides equipment, certified guides, music, unlimited beer and margaritas for adults, soft drinks, water, grilled chicken, rice, and fruit. The boat returns to the central pier.

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12.Private 6 Hrs 47 ft. Catamaran Snorkel & Cielo Charter (30p. max)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · $1,999 for the boat, seats 15

Spend about six hours aboard First Lady Charters’ 47-foot catamaran in Cozumel. The crew guides you through reef snorkeling, El Cielo sandbar, swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding while serving lunch, snacks, and drinks. Luis, Louis, George of the Seas, and the Nemo crew have all been praised for attentive service, though weather can change the route.

“Excellent trip. Only issue was the sand bar… we didn’t pull up close enough for everyone to safely get off the boat.”

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13.5 Hr Private Catamaran Cruise with lunch and drinks to 15-20 ppl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · $2,500 for the boat, seats 15

Spend about five hours on a private Cozumel catamaran or yacht for up to 15 people. Choose snorkeling, sailing, El Cielo, a southern beach, or Passion Island. A full crew provides equipment, drinks or open bar service, lunch, snacks, and possible paddle boards, swings, or kayaks.

“The yacht was clean and very organized. The crew of three were profession Al and accommodating. Great drinks, food and entertainment. Wonderful snorkeling. We saw a turtle, barracuda and stingrays and many other fish.”

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14.Catamaran, El Cielo Bay & Palancar Reef with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 8 reviews · 6 hours · from $98 per person

Join an English- or Spanish-speaking crew for a six-hour catamaran trip from Cozumel’s Fiscal Pier. Snorkel Palancar or Colombia Reef with included gear and a certified PADI guide, then swim at starfish-filled El Cielo Bay. A regional buffet, open bar, and traditional music and dance finish the day.

“Peixes até uma lagosta nos arrecifes. Muitas estrelas em El Cielo e muitas arraias em El Cieliito. Buffet muito bem servido em Playa Mia”

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15.Cozumel Catamaran Tour: Snorkel at Top Reefs & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 7 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $35 per person

Sail from San Miguel on a double-deck catamaran with bilingual guides, snorkeling gear, reef stops at Columbia and Palancar, shallow El Cielo waters, lunch, music, and an open bar. The tour lasts about five hours, starts at 1 pm, and charges a separate 500 MXN dock tax per person.

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