Snorkeling Tours in Costa Maya: 7 to Build a Day On

1.Mahahual Snorkeling Adventure: Turtle Encounter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 213 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $32Our pick

Swim with a small group at two shallow reef-lagoon sites near Mahahual. A guide such as Victor or Neto helps beginners, points out turtles and fish, and keeps the hour in the water organized. Equipment, boat transport, and guide are included. Allow about 90 minutes total, plus taxi time from the cruise port.

“Absolutely amazing! Staff was very kind, friendly and helpful! Made the experience very memorable!! Highly recommend!!!”

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2.Costa Maya, snorkeling on the reef with fish, looking for turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 181 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $30Best value

Meet at La Diosa del Mar in Mahahual for a guided reef snorkel lasting about 1 hour 20 minutes. Guides such as Marcos, Daniel, Cesar, Andre, and Taidor have helped guests spot turtles, rays, eels, coral, and tropical fish. Equipment, water, GoPro photos, and beach-club access are included, but transportation from the cruise port is not.

“We booked this excursion last minute, and we are so glad we did! There was great communication the night before via WhatsApp about how to navigate the port, what transportation to use, and how much it would be. The Costa Maya port is a chaotic, crowded maze to get through, and I am so thankful we left it for snorkeling! When we arrived at the meeting point, we were greeted warmly and instructions were given clearly. Everything happened on time. We walked out on the beach, into the ocean, and climbed into the boat. Our instructor, Marcos, and boat captain, Daniel, were awesome and trustworthy! Our experience snorkeling as a…”

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3.3 Hour Costa Maya Snorkeling Excursion – La Leyenda ECO-TOURS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $77Top rated

Meet La Leyenda ECO-TOURS beside Hotel 40 Cañones in Mahahual for a three-hour trip aboard a 25-foot panga. Your guide takes you to two reef areas chosen for the day’s conditions, with snorkeling gear, drinks, snacks, and photos included. Guides such as Bri, David, Fernando, José, and Christian help families and first-time snorkelers feel at ease.

“Snorkeled for 20 min in 2 different spots. Neither spot was tropical. Didn't see many fish. Asked questions and they had no idea what i was saying because they didn't speak English. The guide was overzealous yelling. The beach was mucky grose sand. Only gave a 3 and not less because the couple at stand were nice but they didnt come on boat.”

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4.Mahahual: Snorkel Tour in Reef Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 53 reviews · 1.5 - 3 hours · from $37

Meet Mar Adentro’s team at Blue Kay Ecocabañas in Mahahual, where guides fit your gear and explain reef etiquette before a 10-minute speedboat ride. You’ll snorkel for about an hour in sheltered water, often near coral heads, sandy patches, and seagrass where turtles and rays appear. Jose and Brenda may lead your boat, depending on the day.

“Omdat wij de enigen waren hadden we een soort prive tour samen met onze kapitein Jose en zijn vrouw Brenda. ze namen ons mee naar het koraal waar we allerlei kleine visjes zagen. Ook hebben we drie roggen gezien.”

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5.Costa Maya Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Meet Doctor Dive Costa Maya at Yaya Beach Club in Mahahual for a small-group boat trip to the Meso-American Barrier Reef. You’ll receive gear, water, and soft drinks, then spend about an hour snorkeling at depths of 6 to 12 feet, with a 20-foot maximum. Guides such as Cesar, Alberto, and Antonio are known for patient instruction and sharp eyes for turtles, rays, and reef fish.

“This was a fabulous experience. Dr. Dive was professional and easy to work with. They made sure our entire group stayed safe the whole time. We saw many many different, vibrant, fish, a sea turtle, lobsters, and so much more. Strong recommendation!”

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6.Experience Guided Snorkeling in Costa Maya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Spend about 90 minutes with Mark’s Tours, including a short boat ride and roughly an hour snorkeling in Costa Maya’s protected reef. Guides such as Armando, Ernesto, Baltazar, and Alejandro help with gear, stay in the water, point out fish and turtles, and may send underwater photos by WhatsApp. The advertised group limit is eight.

“We had a great time snorkeling! Armando and Ernesto were great. We were able to see a lot of coral and many different fish. They also sent us pictures of the excursion for free!”

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7.Snorkel Tour on the Costa Maya with experienced Guid

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36

Join La Tempestad Tours in Mahahual for a two-hour snorkel trip along the Costa Maya. Guides Javier and Tortuga lead small groups of up to 14 people through coral, fish, and a turtle-feeding area. Your package includes gear, water, soda, fruit, GoPro photos, beach chairs, kayaks, and paddle boards.

“Javier and Tortuga were fantastic. We saw turtles and stingrays and many many fish. They even attempted to help my 3 year old have fun, though he was not having it! Thank you so much for a wonderful time!!”

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