Bioluminescence Snorkeling Tour: Exploration of Cancun's Great Mayan Coral Reef Under Moonlight
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36 Ratings
Cancún
Experience the magic of bioluminescence snorkeling in Cancun's Great Mayan Coral Reef. Swim with unique fish species and discover the vibrant colors and details of the coral up close.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Total Snorkel Cancun - Explore the depths of Cancun’s magnificent Mayan Coral Reef. It’s important to note that some prior experience is beneficial. Expertise isn’t necessary, but being at ease with snorkel breathing and proficient in swimming can enhance your enjoyment.
Prepare to be awestruck by this adventure. We’ll glide alongside larger, unique fish such as hefty barracudas, vibrant yellow snapper, and elusive black grouper (species typically absent in shallower waters). You might also encounter turtles and eagle stingrays!
The trick to truly appreciating the reef is to observe it up close; the coral’s hues and intricacies are incredibly intensified. We’ll encourage (and show you how) to take a deep breath, hold it, and dive down to where the enchantment unfolds! If it’s your first time, fear not, you’re in the safest of hands!
What's Included
- Bottled water, shower, and towel included.
- Friendly English-speaking guide.
- 2-hour snorkeling tour across 3 distinct areas.
- Complimentary door-to-door transportation from Cancun hotels.
- Passenger insurance for peace of mind.
- Personal submersible lamp.
- Complete snorkeling gear provided.
What's Not Included
- Dock fee is not included (USD $20.00 per person)
- Gratuities for the crew(optional)
Additional Information
Experience the breathtaking Great Mayan Coral Reef in Cancun. It’s essential to have some prior experience; you don’t need to be a pro, but being comfortable with a snorkel and proficient swimming skills enhances the overall experience.
Prepare yourself to be astounded on this tour. We will snorkel alongside larger and distinctive fish like hefty barracudas, yellow snapper, and black grouper (species that are not found anywhere in the shallow waters). There’s a chance to spot turtles and eagle rays too!
The key to truly appreciating the reef’s beauty is to get as close as possible to the coral; their colours and details become amplified in a manner that is beyond belief. We guide you (and show you how) to take a deep breath, hold it, and come to the bottom where the underwater enchantment lies! If this is your first time, there’s nothing to worry about, you’re in the most capable hands!
- Remeber to bring: swimsuit, dry clothes, towel and cash for personal expenses.
- Restrictions: Only children older than 10 years (accompanied by an adult). A responsive letter must be signed, in the case of children their parents must sign.
Location
Total Snorkel Cancun
Carretera a Punta Sam
400 yds. away from All Ritmo Hotel, and right next to "Estrella del Mar" Church
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(36 Ratings)
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Charles_s
Jul 23, 2023
Great experience! - Great experience... rebooked without difficulty when we missed our transportation. When we made it the next night, had a magical experience. Lots of turtles, a cuttlefish, and lots of other fauna. Moises, our guide, was great. Highly recommend.
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Ravenito
Jun 9, 2023
A really unique snorkel experience - This is one of the most unique snorkel experience I've ever done. I had such a great time and it was so cool to see everything at night. Unfortunately the full moon was up so we couldn't really see any bioluminescence but the snorkeling was pretty awesome otherwise. We saw sleeping sea turtles, octopus, moray eel, giant crabs, lots of fish, etc. Just a really nice variety of stuff. And just the novelty of swimming in the ocean at night with flashlights was pretty cool. You don't go out very far, so most of the time of the tour is spent in the water which is great. The guides were great as well, keeping everyone together and pointing out cool stuff to see. All in all it was a great experience. Got some really nice videos too from the photo package (no photos at night, just video).
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Jillian2087
May 31, 2023
Friendly + Professional! - Alright, so it's my first time in Mexico and I'm traveling solo. I had been on a nighttime snorkel trip before and was very excited for this one, until I discovered that I am the only person signed up for this trip. In fact, I am the only person at the marina who isn't working there.
I think we've all listened to enough true crime to raise our eyebrows at the single woman getting onto a boat at night with two male strangers. In all honesty, I had half a mind to call it a night and go back to my hotel. But while I was waiting at the marina, I re-read the reviews here and on Google, Whatsapp'd some friends, and decided to get onboard.
I'm so glad I did! My guide, Oscar, and the Captain were so friendly and professional, they put me right at ease - on the boat and in the water, since I'm not a great swimmer and it was pretty choppy out there! We saw sea turtles and beautiful fish and a massive ray! It had been overcast that day so it didn't get dark enough to see the bioluminescence, which was a little disappointing. But all-in-all it was a great experience.
Highly recommended for solo female travelers who love the excitement of true crime without being the subject of one!
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Alex_s
Mar 12, 2023
One of the Trip Highlights For Sure - I had the BEST time on this excursion. I ended up being the only participant but Oscar and Alex still accommodated me. I've been to that area before but it was completely different at night. We saw many turtles, squids, fish, and even a ray. I highly recommend it.
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Rye
Mar 12, 2023
Best snorkeling tour in Cancun - I snorkeled every day of our week long trip, and this Bioluminescent Tour was my favorite. We saw so much sea life, and the bioluminescence is like magical sparkles. I highly highly recommend. Thank you, Oscar!!
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L619ggjonathanb
Feb 27, 2023
Guides are worth it - At night, slipping off a boat in the middle of the water would be a frightening thing to do! Luckily this included a knowledgeable guide that will hand you a flashlight and show you where the good spots are! We saw many turtles, a barracuda, puffer fish, some rays, and kicked around for some bioluminescent sparkles. Bonus for getting picked up and dropped off back to the hotel. Would definitely recommend!
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Soulo2022
Feb 6, 2023
Amazing - My best friend and I went on this snorkel trip two times, we loved it so much. The tour guides were very informative and attentive. They pointed out the sealife for us to see and kept track of us while we were snorkelling under the moon light. Our second trip was only the two of us plus the Captain (Alejandro) and Tour Guide , we really enjoyed the smaller group on the second trip. Please tell the crew we had an adventure of a lifetime!!! So much fun!!!!!
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Sarah
Feb 2, 2023
Exciting and fun - Exciting. Juan and Moises took good care of us. We are experienced snorkelers and good swimmers so had no issues. If you are timid or not a good swimmers I do not recommend.
We saw, octupus, sting rays, turtles eel, crabs, lobster and lots of fish including puffer. Great experience. The bioluminescence were minimal, they said due to mom being out.
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Deanbid52816
Jan 9, 2023
Subpar experience/-for advanced people only - This activity should only be done by people who have snorkeled before and have strong swimming skills. There was zero safety or activity instruction given. The life jackets were not sufficient to the point that 4 people remained on the boat for the duration of the activity due to lack of safety. Multiple people had to interrupt their activity as the masks continued to fill with water. The activity is advertised as 90 minutes with 3 spots and we only did about 50 minutes in two spots, the first of which was just a grassy area. The second spot was full of nice aquatic views, including 2 turtles, a blowfish, translucent fish, and a stingray.
Though we did not interact with any bioluminescence.
The boat ride was incredibly choppy and made multiple people throw up during the ride
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Lanette_v
Mar 12, 2024
Leary of booking - Sadly, they said the weather was bad last night, they wanted us to go at 5:00pm but we were in Isla Mujeres at that time. Then they wanted us to go at 2:30p.m. Which we were still in Isla Mujeres that day. Who does a bioluminescence tour in daylight? The evening was very beautiful so weather was good last night, not sure what the problem was, we are here for the week, asked them to rebook us for another day and received no response. I would be leary of booking with these people. Made it easy because we were going to meet them at their water location, wanted to rebook, but did not give us an option to rebook. Used Viator for many trips first time I have ever had a problem before this.
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