Excursion Catamaran sail and snorkel tour at Costa Maya

Indulge your senses with the scenic splendour and marine life of Costa Maya and the Caribbean Sea during this memorable, half-day snorkelling excursion via catamaran.

Costa Maya, Mahahual, Catamaran Cruise, Caribbean Sea, Barrier Reef

Depart the pier for the short drive to the nearby town of Mahahual. Upon arrival, proceed to the Fisherman's Pier and your awaiting motorised catamaran. After receiving your safety and sailing instructions, embark your catamaran and set sail along the blue waters of the Caribbean Sea en route to Costa Maya's second-largest barrier reef.

Snorkelling, Coral Beds, Colourful Fish, Turtles and Marine Life

Upon arrival at the snorkelling site, receive your snorkelling gear and instructions by your crew, which provides assistance on the boat and in the water. Next, begin your guided, approximately 45-minute snorkelling session. Along the way, explore the vibrant reef system, its coral beds, marine life and tropical fish, including the amberjacks, snappers, colourful angelfish, queen triggerfish, turtles, and groupers that frequent these waters. Following your snorkelling session, embark the boat and relax with a refreshing beverage during the ride back to the Fisherman's Pier in Mahahual. Upon arrival, you may opt to commence the short transfer back to the pier in Costa Maya, or remain in town for independent exploration and return to the ship at your leisure (Taxi wristbands will be provided to return to the ship on your own).

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Costa Maya, Mahahual, Catamaran Cruise, Caribbean Sea, Barrier Reef, Snorkelling, Coral Beds, Colourful Fish, Turtles, Marine Life

Note

Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking for approximately 437 yards (about 400 metres), with a few steps to negotiate to embark/disembark the boat and five steps to manoeuvre in/out of the boat. This tour is recommended for guests that are in good physical condition, and can swim in water too deep too stand. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guest with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests who are visually- and/or hearing-impaired, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with beach or water shoes, and bring sun protection, a towel and insect repellent from the ship. Guests must be at least eight years old to participate on this tour. Snorkelling equipment is provided. Waterproof cameras are highly recommended. The weight of each guest may not exceed 240 pounds (about 109 kilograms) to participate on this tour. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Guests may not snorkel if they have consumed alcohol. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, fish and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions.