Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach
Description
Set sail on the stunning catamarans La Chula or Poseidon for an unforgettable 4-hour snorkeling adventure to El Cielo. This tour takes you to Cozumel's top snorkeling spots, including the vibrant reefs of Colombia and Palancar. Our experienced Crew will guide you through this underwater paradise, where you’ll encounter colorful fish, majestic sea turtles, graceful rays, and possibly even dolphins. Every snorkel trip offers a unique glimpse into this mesmerizing ecosystem. After exploring these vibrant reefs, we set sail for the crown jewel of Cozumel—El Cielo. This natural bay, named for the star fishes that dot its sandy bottom, boasts crystal-clear waters and an unparalleled sandbank that creates a gigantic natural swimming pool. It’s an idyllic spot perfect for both kids and adults to explore and unwind. Enjoy an open bar and tasty snacks as you explore crystal-clear waters teeming with colorful marine life before returning to The Money Bar to spend the rest of your day!
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From starting point to here will be approximately 45 minutes. Wherein you were be able to snorkel for approximately 20-25 minutes. As we glide towards the island’s world-famous coral reefs, Colombia and Palancar, get ready to experience some of the best snorkeling Cozumel has to offer. These vibrant reefs, part of the second-largest coral reef barrier in the world, are home to a dazzling array of marine life. Our experienced crew will guide you through this underwater paradise, where you’ll encounter colorful fish, majestic sea turtles, graceful rays, and possibly even dolphins. Every snorkel trip offers a unique glimpse into this mesmerizing ecosystem.
As we glide towards the island’s world-famous coral reefs, Colombia and Palancar, get ready to experience some of the best snorkeling Cozumel has to offer. These vibrant reefs, part of the second-largest coral reef barrier in the world, are home to a dazzling array of marine life. Our experienced crew will guide you through this underwater paradise, where you’ll encounter colorful fish, majestic sea turtles, graceful rays, and possibly even dolphins. Every snorkel trip offers a unique glimpse into this mesmerizing ecosystem.
Going here will take approximately 20 minutes as well. After exploring these vibrant reefs, we set sail for the crown jewel of Cozumel—El Cielo. This natural bay, named for the star fishes that dot its sandy bottom, boasts crystal-clear waters and an unparalleled sandbank that creates a gigantic natural swimming pool. Here, you can snorkel in the pristine waters or simply relax and enjoy the serenity of this secluded paradise. It’s an idyllic spot perfect for both kids and adults to explore and unwind. During our stop at El Cielo, indulge in an open bar with refreshing beverages, fresh seasonal fruit, tasty snacks, and our famous freshly made fish ceviche. Then the rest of the remaining hours will be allotted for sailing back to the starting point.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- KINDLY PROVIDE THE NAME OF YOUR SHIP AND CRUISE LINE, HOTEL OR LET US KNOW IF YOU'LL BE COMING FROM PLAYA DEL CARMEN, SO WE CAN MAKE SURE YOU'LL MAKE IT ON TIME FOR THE TOUR
- This tour is not available for Participants with limited mobility or suffering motion sickness
- Snorkeling is not available for people with heart/lung problems, asthma, epilepsy, recent surgery (6 months) and/or insulin dependents
- This tour is not available for pregnant Participants
- Minimum age for alcohol consumption is 18 years old
- Participants under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Sunscreen use is not allowed once on board the catamaran due to reef preservation. Please wear long sleeve clothes and hat/cap
- A National Marine Park Fee (Reef Preservation Tax) of $13.00 US p/p must be paid in cash upon arrival
- Food & Drinks at The Money Bar NOT INCLUDED
- Minimum age to snorkel is 8 years old
- Participants wishing to snorkel on this tour MUST posses basic swimming skills
- Our Catamarans hold up to 30 and 20 Participants as maximum capacity
- Occassionally strong winds causing rough seas may affect the area of El Cielo, forcing the tour to be conducted at an alternative area
- This tour is NOT a Private Charter
Reviews(836)
The snorkeling was a little rough. Very chaotic and lots of barking of orders by the crew. Definitely not a relaxing experience by any means. The excursion was saved by the last stop. The snacks, sting rays and ride back were awesome.
Dear Suzanne, Thank you for your honest review! We are glad to hear that the last stop with the stingrays, snacks, and the ride back made for such an awesome finish to your Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach with Top Cozumel Tours — that sandbar experience truly is something special! We appreciate your feedback regarding the snorkeling portion of the tour. The directions given by our Crew during snorkeling are primarily safety focused — keeping Guests together and aware of their surroundings in open water is something we take very seriously, especially when sea conditions require extra attention. We understand however that this can feel more intense than expected and we will take note of your feedback to ensure our Crew finds a better balance between safety communication and a more relaxed atmosphere for every Guest. We hope to welcome you back for a more enjoyable experience in Cozumel soon! Warm regards, The Top Cozumel Tours Experts Team
The catamaran tour was ok. The boat ride to the snorkeling was beautiful and seeing the ocean like that was amazing. The guides were not very engaged at all. On our way to the locations, aside from the rules, the guides did not interact with anyone. Too many people for snorkeling - it was difficult to swim as we would kick each other because of the close proximity to one another. I understand for safety we need to stay close but again too many people for the area we had to stay in. The sand bar was the best- there were sting rays swimming all around and the ceviche was delicious but again the guides did not engage other than to bring the food and drinks to us. The additional park admission fee was acceptable and was known ahead of time. The time of the tour was good- it did not feel rushed. The Money Bar was a great meet up location- friendly staff and nice bathrooms.
Dear Jen, Thank you for your detailed and balanced review! We are glad to hear that the beautiful boat ride, the stunning ocean views, the stingray experience at the sandbar, the delicious ceviche, and the overall pace of the Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach with Top Cozumel Tours were highlights of your day. The sandbar truly is something magical and we love knowing that came through for you! We genuinely appreciate your honest feedback regarding the Guides' engagement and the snorkeling proximity. These are important points that we take seriously and will address with our Team to ensure every Guest feels more personally connected to the experience throughout the entire tour — not just at the sandbar. The interaction and enthusiasm of our Guides is a core part of what Top Cozumel Tours strives to deliver and we want every Guest to feel that from the moment they step on board. We also appreciate you acknowledging the National Marine Park fee — we always aim to communicate that clearly ahead of time and are glad it was not a surprise. We hope to welcome you back for an even better experience in Cozumel soon! Warm regards, The Top Cozumel Tours Experts Team
The tour guides were okay. The location and water was beautiful for snorkeling. Very cool to see starfish and stingrays! The food and drink at the reef was alright. The location and stunning waters are what made the excursion.
Dear Jenna, Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear that the stunning waters, the starfish, and the stingrays made your Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach with Top Cozumel Tours such a visually beautiful experience. Cozumel's marine environment truly is in a class of its own and we love knowing it left a strong impression! We appreciate your honest feedback on the other aspects of the experience and will take note of your comments as we continuously work to ensure every element of the tour — from our Guides to the food and drinks — matches the natural beauty of the destination itself. We hope to welcome you back in Cozumel soon! Warm regards, The Top Cozumel Tours Experts Team
Tour guides were very friendly. Food and drinks (also alcoholic drinks) were free and plenty. We definetely saw starfish and stingrays literally swam under our feet. Very nice.
Dear Kerem, Thank you for your review! We are so glad to hear that the Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach with Top Cozumel Tours was such a great experience. Friendly Guides, plenty of food and drinks, and stingrays literally swimming under your feet at El Cielo — those are the magical moments that make Cozumel so truly special and unlike anywhere else in the world! We hope to welcome you back in Cozumel soon! Warm regards, The Top Cozumel Tours Experts Team
Beautiful snorkeling! You do have to pay an extra fee at Money bar when you arrive- 13 a person
Dear Suzanne, Thank you for your review! We are so glad to hear that the snorkeling was beautiful on your Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach with Top Cozumel Tours! Regarding the $13.00 USD per person fee, we want to clarify that this is the mandatory National Marine Park Fee collected by the Mexican Federal Government for access to the Cozumel National Marine Park — which encompasses the stunning reefs you snorkeled during your tour. This fee is clearly disclosed in the tour description under the exclusions section prior to booking and is entirely outside of our control. We always encourage our Guests to review the full tour details before booking to avoid any surprises on the day. We hope to welcome you back in Cozumel soon! Warm regards, The Top Cozumel Tours Experts Team
Jorge Dana Mario and Oliver excellent service the ceviche was delicious everyone very kind and attentive
Estimado Rubén, ¡Muchas gracias por tu reseña! Nos alegra mucho saber que Jorge, Dana, Mario y Oliver brindaron un excelente servicio y que el ceviche estuvo delicioso en el Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach con Top Cozumel Tours. Un Equipo amable y atento en cada momento es exactamente el estándar que Top Cozumel Tours mantiene en cada salida. Esperamos verte de nuevo pronto en Cozumel. Un cordial saludo, El Equipo de Expertos de Top Cozumel Tours
Great stuff and experience, it was my first time open water, it was very safe since it was my main concern, they team handled everything perfectly, they were clear in every step of the process and expirience. You can really trust them to give you the best of it, os course fallowing their advice and recommendations, 10/10🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Dear Alex, Thank you for such a wonderful review and perfect score! We are so glad to hear that your first open water experience on the Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach with Top Cozumel Tours was so safe, clear, and perfectly handled every step of the way. Making first time snorkelers feel confident and well guided from start to finish is one of the things Top Cozumel Tours takes the most pride in on every single departure. Knowing you felt you could truly trust our Team means everything to us! We hope to welcome you back in Cozumel soon! Warm regards, The Top Cozumel Tours Experts Team
Jonathan and Luis were great. The snorkeling spots we’re awesome and the snacks and drinks were amazing
Dear Jodie, Thank you for your review! We are so glad to hear that the snorkeling spots, snacks, and drinks all delivered on your Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach with Top Cozumel Tours. A great experience across every front is exactly the standard Top Cozumel Tours holds itself to on every single departure! We hope to welcome you back in Cozumel soon! Warm regards, The Top Cozumel Tours Experts Team
It was amazing 10/10 recommend the guy was personable and the food was good
Dear Christina, Thank you for the 10/10 recommendation! We are so glad to hear that the Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach with Top Cozumel Tours was such an amazing experience. A personable and engaging Crew paired with great food is exactly the kind of complete experience Top Cozumel Tours strives to deliver on every departure! We hope to welcome you back in Cozumel soon! Warm regards, The Top Cozumel Tours Experts Team
We had a great time snorkeling! The starfish were everywhere and so beautiful! The crew did a great job taking pictures and showing us various sea life. The sand bar and snacks were amazing! Definitely recommend!
Dear Rebecca, Thank you for your review and recommendation! We are so glad to hear that the Catamaran Snorkel Adventure to El Cielo and The Money Bar Beach with Top Cozumel Tours was such a great experience. Starfish everywhere, beautiful sea life, wonderful photos captured by our Crew, and an amazing sandbar with delicious snacks — that is the complete and memorable adventure Top Cozumel Tours is proud to deliver on every single departure! We hope to welcome you back in Cozumel soon! Warm regards, The Top Cozumel Tours Experts Team
