The World’s 15 Best Snorkelling Trips

1.Viator Exclusive: Tulum Ruins, Reef Snorkeling, Cenote and Caves

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,242 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Spend a long but rewarding day exploring Tulum, snorkeling by boat with turtles and stingrays, and swimming in a cave cenote. Guides such as Suly, Raul, Ulrich, and Mimi add history, safety help, and humor. Lunch, gear, entrance fees, and hotel transport are included, but bring $35 cash for conservation fees.

“Hi, Tulum Ruins tour was extremely short with guide providing minimum information, total talk time less than 5 mins, I thought it was the cheapest guide option possible. I have something to compare with, I had a great experience in these ruins from tour taken years back, it was extremely informative with lot's of incredible detailed info, not this tour though. The snorkeling by the reef was terrible not because of the team though, they in fact were solid and organized but the weather was rough and my believe we were not supposed to be in the water at all in conditions like that with waves over 4 feet. The…”

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2.Zadar: Island Luxury Speedboat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,452 reviews · 4 hours · from $35Best value

Join a small-group speedboat tour from Zadar with guides such as Joseph, Luka, David, and Josep. Visit Ošljak, Preko, and a surprise third island, with time for swimming, snorkeling, walking, coffee, and photos. Expect a lively four hours, wet seats, and no toilet until the final stop.

“Luka the skipper/tour guide was very knowledgeable about the local history, very friendly and really put our group at ease. It was a great way to see the islands - I would highly recommend!”

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3.Cairns: Premium Snorkelling and Diving Reef Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,528 reviews · 8 hours · from $166

From Cairns, Divers Den takes you aboard AquaQuest to two outer reef sites at Norman, Saxon, or Hastings reefs. You get gear, guided snorkeling, meals, hot showers, and up to five hours on the reef. Scuba options are available, with patient staff helping nervous beginners.

“The tour was amazing, we spent whole 3,5 hours snorkelling the great barrier. The crew was really supportive and was always taking care of the passengers. Besides, as we were a really small group of people, we had the pleasure of exploring the barrier without crashing each other or even being bothered by somebody else while checking on something. I would highly recommend the tour and the team and planning on coming back next year to do some scuba diving.”

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4.Krabi: 7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,063 reviews · 5 hours · from $37

Spend five hours cruising Krabi’s islands on a roomy luxury longtail boat with an English-speaking guide such as Sophia or Liz. See Railay, Tup, Chicken, Koh Mor, Puya Bay, and Koh Tang Ming, snorkel once, then relax on Poda Island with drinks, fruit, and snacks.

“Wow! What a beautiful boat and trip we had, thank you so much to the guide. Food was delicious and the snorkelling spots were beautiful”

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5.Riviera Maya Luxury Snorkeling Cruise with Lunch and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 634 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $139

Sail from Puerto Aventuras along the Riviera Maya, snorkel at Inah Reef when conditions allow, then swim, paddleboard, and enjoy lunch with an open bar. Choose a family-friendly or adults-only boat, with hotel transport from most Riviera Maya resorts. Guides may include Ivan, Paola, Paloma, or Selene.

“Very well organised and attentive crew. Plenty of time to swim and snorkel. Good lunch with a variety of food and drinks flowed well. The long trip to the coral reef is not too far. Drop you off about 50m away and guide you over whilst boat moors about another 100m away in shallow water. Highly recommend.”

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6.Premium Catamaran Morning Sail: Snorkeling, Mimosas and Brunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 577 reviews · from $79

Join Richard, Jose Luis, Jameel, Roger, and the Octopus crew for a three-hour morning sail from Palm Beach. Snorkel at the Antilla shipwreck and Malmok Reef, enjoy mimosas and cocktails from the open bar, and receive fresh brunch appetizers in a group limited to 34 people.

“Fun and relaxing. Jamil and Roger made sure we had everything we needed. They were so kind and accommodating.”

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7.Exclusive Supreme Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 535 reviews · from $149

Spend 3.5 hours exploring Grand Turk’s Amazing Wall, snorkeling among reef fish, visiting uninhabited Gibbs Cay, and meeting stingrays in shallow water. The crew retrieves conch, explains how it is prepared, and serves fresh conch salad with rum punch. Guides may include JJ, Vasco, Kendrick, Ray, Kelly, or CJ.

“I took this tour with a group of 8 friends and family. We all thoroughly enjoyed it. We were so late arriving due to some in our party not meeting at the time we informed them. I wouldn't have complained if they left us but the crew and office people called to confirm we were in fact still coming and waited for over an hour. To say I was completely surprised is an understatement. Understanding like that is non-existing these days. The walk to the office is quite a struggle but walking near the tide is much easier than the way we came. The crew was funny and informative, didn't…”

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8.Premium Catamaran Afternoon Sail: Snorkeling and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 520 reviews · from $74

Join Octopus Aruba from Palm Beach for a three-hour afternoon sail aboard a 40-foot trimaran. You’ll snorkel at the Antilla shipwreck and Malmok Reef, enjoy a sandwich-style lunch, and receive drinks from the open bar. Crew members such as Martin, Randy, and Richard have earned praise for patient, friendly service.

“This is definitely for those looking to relax for a few hours with drinks and some finger food.. A very laid back experience! Drinks were pretty good and the host was really sweet and very helpful. However the skipper/captain’s attitude was a bit dry and uninterested. He didn’t really seem interested in the guest at all which made the atmosphere a little boring since the host was the only person greeting, serving and assisting even when the boat stopped for snorkeling. This was definitely not for me but w/e.. to each its own”

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9.Luxury Cruise inc. Snorkeling/Massage/Island/water sport & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 500 reviews · from $54

Spend about eight hours on a Royal Cruise from Hurghada with snorkeling, an introductory scuba session, water sports, fishing, Orange Bay, buffet lunch, and a back massage. Guides such as Hisham, Andrew, and Barracuda help first-timers feel at ease, while the crew keeps the day moving.

“Great boat, great crew. Just remember to bring a jacket as it can be chilly first thing. Pick up was at 6:50am and the driver was outside on time. Photos are charged at 35usd which is pretty steep imo.”

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10.Private, luxury, custom charters to Stingray City, Snorkeling & More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 488 reviews

Take a private Cobalt Custom Charters boat from Grand Cayman’s KARoo Restaurant to Stingray City, Starfish Point, and Rum Point. Your captain and guide can adjust the plan, with snorkel gear, water, Wi-Fi, daybeds, and a cooler aboard. Evening trips visit Bio Bay for glowing plankton.

“Kyle and Ferric were great guides! We enjoyed their humor, helpfulness with our children, regard for a safe/fun journey, and knowledge of the realize. Would highly recommend!”

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11.Snorkeling trip to Ras Mohamed & The White Island aboard Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 479 reviews · from $70

You’ll sail from Sharm el Sheikh to Ras Mohamed and White Island aboard a spacious yacht, with one or two snorkeling stops, a seafood buffet, drinks, hotel pickup, and playful water activities. Bring your own gear or rent it, and expect a group of up to 45 people.

“It took 3 overseas calls to book the trip due to website errors. We were clearly paying much more than others on the boat. Wet suits were not included in the $120 vip price, nor were basic drinks such as coffee. Beware the $17 fruit plate scam -- where they make it seem Read more”

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12.Tenerife: Whales and Snorkeling Tour on a Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 443 reviews · 3 hours · from $101

Join Michael and Sergio aboard a spacious yacht for a three-hour cruise from Las Galletas. Watch for pilot whales and dolphins, enjoy Spanish tapas with unlimited drinks, then swim or snorkel in a sheltered bay. Groups are limited to 10, with optional pickup from X-Sur shopping center.

“We were collected from the pick up point and our driver was even early! Michael drove us to our boat and once on it went through what we were to expect on our trip, including safety, information about the boat, food and drink and the stop where you were able to go swimming/snorkelling (they provide equipment for this). We were very lucky and got to see dolphins, pilot whales and even a big whale! The local tapas provided was amazing, there was something for everyone and the drinks were very free flowing, with a good range of alcohol and soft drinks. Javier our Captain did an amazing job of seeking…”

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13.3 Hours VIP Semiprivate Tour Isla Mujeres Full Snorkeling Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 404 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $88

Join Island Adventures Mexico for a small-boat snorkel trip around Isla Mujeres. Guides such as Kevin, Diego, Ernesto, Uriel, and Teo lead stops at Lighthouse Reef, Sac Bajo, MUSA, and Manchones, with equipment, ceviche, chips, vegetables, margaritas, water, and reserve entry included.

“Great tour. Kind guides Diego and Fernando. Some locations are protected nature zones with sun cream regulated. It makes sense to use a UV protection t-shirt.”

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14.Snorkeling Day Trip To White Island And Ras Mohammed By VIP Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · from $35

Set out from Sharm el Sheikh at 8 a.m. for an eight-hour boat day at Ras Mohammed National Park and White Island. You’ll snorkel with guides, see coral and tropical fish, enjoy lunch and drinks onboard, and return with hotel transport. Bring cash for the park fee and rent equipment if needed.

“The snorkeling sites were good and White Island was a good experience. The staff was friendly and looked as if they had a great time. The food was good and plentiful.”

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15.Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 387 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $36

Set out from Zadar’s Foša harbor on a small boat limited to 12 people. Swim and snorkel near Ošljak, walk its quiet fishing village, then visit the Ugljan area and Preko. Edi, Mario, Mate, or another skipper may lead your trip, with water, snorkeling gear, and one included Aperol Spritz or Prosecco.

“Mario, our skipper, was great. He was friendly, ensured we were having a good time in spite of weather, and cleaned the boat well before we embarked. The 3 locations we visited were beautiful. The water was clear, which was perfect for snorkeling. We were worried about having to take a bus from the cruise terminal to the drop off, however we found the spot easily as the address given in the listing was exact. We would definitely recommend Molo Tours.”

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