Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos in Punta Sam, Mexico
Punta Sam, Mexico

Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos

Outty Ranking 48 3.7 · 3 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $44
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Outty Ranking

48/100

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Traveler rating

3.7/5

Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos worth booking?

Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos is a 5-hour experience in Punta Sam, Mexico, from $44 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
48 / 100
Rating
3.7/5 (3)
Duration
5 hours
From
$44 per person

Live a unique underwater snorkel adventure in Puerto Morelos! One of the best-kept secrets on the the Yucatan Peninsula, Puerto Morelos offers a peaceful vacation destination for travelers seeking relaxation, romance and adventure. Between Cancun and Playa del Carmen, this tranquil escape is surrounded by the rugged natural beauty of Mexico's the Riviera Maya and the clear-blue waters of the Caribbean Sea. Once an old fishing village, this serene stretch of coastline boasts pristine beaches, stunning cenotes, and the best snorkeling in the Mexican Caribbean The charming village of Puerto Morelos offers a laid-back atmosphere for lounging on the sandy white beaches. With the Mesoamerican Reef System 300 yards off-shore, Puerto Morelos is a diver's paradise. Snorkel, scuba dive and swim among the colorful fish (more than 65 species) and dive down to see the coral reef and protected mangroves. Have a great adventure with your family with the best snorkelling tour!

What you get

    About this experience

    Live a unique underwater snorkel adventure in Puerto Morelos! One of the best-kept secrets on the the Yucatan Peninsula, Puerto Morelos offers a peaceful vacation destination for travelers seeking relaxation, romance and adventure. Between Cancun and Playa del Carmen, this tranquil escape is surrounded by the rugged natural beauty of Mexico's the Riviera Maya and the clear-blue waters of the Caribbean Sea. Once an old fishing village, this serene stretch of coastline boasts pristine beaches, stunning cenotes, and the best snorkeling in the Mexican Caribbean The charming village of Puerto Morelos offers a laid-back atmosphere for lounging on the sandy white beaches. With the Mesoamerican Reef System 300 yards off-shore, Puerto Morelos is a diver's paradise. Snorkel, scuba dive and swim among the colorful fish (more than 65 species) and dive down to see the coral reef and protected mangroves. Have a great adventure with your family with the best snorkelling tour!

    What's included

    Included

    • Visit to Puerto Morelos
    • Reef National Park Admission
    • Snacks
    • Use of snorkeling equipment
    • In-vehicle air conditioning

    Not included

    • Lockers (Additional cost $5 USD)
    • marine life conservation Fee, Puerto Morelos

    What you'll see and do

    1. Puerto Morelos

      We will arrive for you at your hotel or meeting point that is established. We will get on our transport and head to one of the most beautiful fishing villages, Puerto Morelos. There we will begin to board our boat with our guide, to start this great adventure. The first destination to arrive is the Arrecifes National Park, which is considered the second largest reef wall in the world. You will have a time of 45 minutes of snorkeling activity to admire the reefs. After the snorkeling activity, we will return to land and stop at our private beach club where we will have our lunch and then you can take a walking tour through the heart of Puerto Morelos. And then we will begin our return to our hotel or meeting point to end this tour.

      300 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • TOUR FROM PDC

      Duration: 7 hours: Consider: 1 hr transport pick up + 5 hrs at the park + 1 hr transport drop off = Total 7 hours (approx subject to traffic). PLAYA DEL CARMEN HOTELS: Select this option, if your hotel is located between Nickelodeon Hotel, Playa del Carmen and Playacar. CLEAN AND SANITIZED VANS: Our Vans are disinfected daily to offer you security in your transfer Pickup included

    • TOUR FROM TULUM

      Duration: 9 hours: Consider: 2 hrs transport pick up + 5 hrs at the park + 2 hrs transport drop off = Total 9 hours (approx subject to traffic). TULUM HOTELS: Select this option if your hotel is located between Xcaret and Super Aki Tulum (Akumal, Puerto Aventuras and Riviera Tulum). CLEAN AND SANITIZED VANS: Our Vans are disinfected daily to offer you security in your transfer Pickup included

    • TOUR FROM CANCUN

      Duration: 7 hours: Consider: 1 hr transport pick up + 5 hrs at the park + 1 hr transport drop off = Total 7 hours (approx subject to traffic). CANCUN HOTELS: Select this option if your hotel is at Cancun hotel zone, Cancun Downtown, Playa Mujeres, Puerto Morelos and Riviera Cancun. CLEAN AND SANITIZED VANS: Our Vans are disinfected daily to offer you security in your transfer Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Isla Mujeres Cozumel Tour Operator

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Photo opportunities

    1 mention

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    3 verified traveler reviews for Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Melissa_F · January 2024

    Worse experience of my life

    Absolutely awful experience! There’s no walking guided tour around, all you do is wait around for around 5 hours of the day just to do not even a full hour of snorkelling. Plus I was sick and not once did the staff check if I was ok and took forever to realise my boyfriend was calling for help so he was struggling trying to get me back to the boat as I was struggling to breathe and being sick. Absolutely no organisation and very rude. Horrific experience. Transportation was also dirty, no working seatbelts and the driver was driving like a maniac and on his phone the majority of the drive

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your honest feedback. It’s disappointing to know we didn’t provide the level of service we aim for. Your insights help us improve, and we’d like to learn more about your experience to prevent this in the future. Please feel free to reach out to us directly. So far we have no report on this situation, so we request you the following information to verify: - Booking Reference - Lead Traveler’s name - Date of the activity - Name of the tour guide (in case you have it) - E-mail We thank you for your cooperation.

    via Viator

    Emma_M · September 2023

    Beautiful experience and taste of mexico

    We booked this trip the day before and were picked up in the hotel lobby bang on time, a few more pick ups and then we were dropped at Puerto Morelos, the staff at the snorkelling place were great, spoke to us about the reef and the conservation work. We then showered to remove our sunscreen, none is allowed not even reef friendly!! We got our fins and life jackets as we have our own masks and we’re walked through to the boat. The team were great and we were taken out to reef and followed our guide around the reef. The colours were amazing and so many beautiful fish. The trip was cut a little short by a thunder storm! We decided it was best to get out of the water after a lightning strike. On the way back from the boat we ordered our lunch and went back to get dry and pick up our things, we were treated to some coffee tequila, lovely! Then back to the restaurant the tacos were delicious. We were shown our photos and bought the package they are superb. This was a wonderful trip and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

    Response from the operator: Dear Emma! Thanks for attending this nice tour, visit Puerto Morelos is a special place if you want to explore the nature and the awesome sealife that had. Of course, for take care the reefs is not allowed the use of sunscreen and we appreciate that. It's a pleasure that you had a beatiful experience with us, enjoy your pictures and come back soon to visit the wonderful Riviera Maya. Have a good day and best regards.

    via Viator

    Brenda_L · January 2023

    had fun

    Can not say enough about our Driver Javier- I left my phone in the van and he personally returned it. Snorkeling was excellent and Freida was great. Lunch was good but beware more like a snack and drinks even water is not included. Lots of pressure on the street from vendors.

    Response from the operator: Hi Brenda! Thank you for sharing with us your comments, they help us to know the opportunities to grow and give you the best service. On the other hand we are glad to know that you enjoyed the snorkel activity and you had a great time with us! Thank you so much for your preference and trust, we hope to see you again in the Mexican Caribbean!

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $44 to $69
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Isla Mujeres Cozumel Tour Operator, who run 25 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 47.3.

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    Why this scores 48

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)43
    Review evidence (18% weight)18
    Booking momentum (14% weight)10
    Value for money (12% weight)87
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)40
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Punta Sam.

    How much does Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos cost?

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    Prices start at $44 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Punta Sam usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos take?

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    Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Punta Sam is not rushed.

    Is Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.7/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Punta Sam, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Punta Sam can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Punta Sam and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Punta Sam within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Punta Sam?

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    On Outty we rank every Punta Sam experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Chichen Itza, Cenote & Valladolid Tour with Tequila and Lunch, Tulum Guided Tour, Magical Cenote, Lagoon Snorkeling and Beachside Lunch, Tulum & Coba with Cenote, Cave Exploration, Lunch & Tastings. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Punta Sam?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Punta Sam?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos?

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    Included: Visit to Puerto Morelos; Reef National Park Admission; Snacks; Use of snorkeling equipment; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Lockers (Additional cost $5 USD); and marine life conservation Fee, Puerto Morelos. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 315 listed pickup locations in and around Punta Sam. Be ready about 45 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos offered in?

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    It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos?

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    Across 3 reviews averaging 3.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Snorkel in the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Puerto Morelos?

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    There are 3 options to choose from, including TOUR FROM PDC, TOUR FROM TULUM, TOUR FROM CANCUN. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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