The 7 Best Snorkelling Trips

1.Private Snorkeling Tour by boat in Flamingo Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) Our pick

Meet Frank, Carlos, Stuart, or Pablo at Playa Flamingo Marina for a private morning aboard the 28-foot Beluga. You’ll visit two quiet snorkeling spots, look for tropical fish, rays, turtles, dolphins, and whales, then enjoy fruit, guacamole, drinks, and lunch before returning around 11:30.

“Captain Frank was AMAZING! Super knowledgable and FUN! We went to two snorkeling spots and felt very safe with Frank. He provided us with snacks, including fresh cut up fruit and guacamole that he made on the boat! It was an incredibly fun experience on a perfect day. We could not recommend Pura Vida Snorkeling more and especially Captain Frank!!!”

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2.Flamingo Beach: Guided SUP and Snorkeling experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 36 reviews · 2 hours · from $69

Paddle from Playa Blanca, learn SUP basics, then snorkel with a guide who points out local fish and their traits. Small groups of up to nine, pickup in Playa Blanca, and guide-shot photos and videos make this a friendly first lesson for couples, families, and solo visitors.

“i had great time with Chiara . Small group, excellent explanation of paddling and snorkeling. it was my first time doing this type of activity. loved it. highly recommend”

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3.Pelican Rock Snorkeling and Sightseeing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 28 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $57Best value

Meet in central Cabo San Lucas for a two-hour boat trip to Pelican Rock, with snorkeling gear, shade, a bathroom, and an easy ladder. Guides such as Elias and Little Greg combine reef time with views of Lover’s Beach, the Arch, sea lions, and the Pacific coast.

“Wonderful guide, tour and sites. We viewed a ton of fish and had close encounters with the fish. Our guide was nice and knowledgeable.”

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4.Cabo San Lucas Arch Boat Tour and Snorkeling at Pelican Rock

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 23 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Cruise from Cabo San Lucas to El Arco, Lovers Beach, Divorce Beach, and the Sea Lion Colony, then snorkel at Pelican Rock. The boat holds no more than 10 people, and guides such as Leo, Carlos, Jose, and Leonardo lead trips in English. Bring drinks, sun protection, and patience for changing sea conditions.

“The provider waited for us. We made it just in nick of time and they waited for us to board the boat. The captain Carlos was good too and mentioned what sites we were seeing etc. However, this is not a 2-hour adventure as described. We were done in 45 minutes including the snorkeling. Plus the boats are old and not as fancy as in pictures.”

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5.Snorkeling at Pelicans Rock

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · from $109

Travel from your San Jose del Cabo hotel to Cabo San Lucas for a glass-bottom boat ride past the Arch, Lands End, and sea lions. At Pelican Rock, snorkel with tropical fish under a professional guide. Guides may include Jonathan or Shaggy, with captains Lupe or Edson.

“This was so amazing! I went with this one based off prior reviews and I’m glad I did! They were very organized, sent you an email the day before to let you know the itinerary and pick up times and everything. Our van was on time, it was just Read more”

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6.West Palm Beach: Blue Heron Bridge Guided Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews · from $80

Meet Kiki, Faryl, or another Live Free Diving guide at Phil Foster Park for a 75-minute Blue Heron Bridge snorkel. You will walk 500 feet on sand, swim about 200 feet to the protected reef, and look for seahorses, stingrays, turtles, octopi, and tropical fish with mask, snorkel, and fins provided.

“Kiki is the best, she explained everything to us in detail, we saw a lot of fish and corals. super recommended beautiful experience we will be returning soon. thank you so much”

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7.St. John’s, Antigua Kayak, Snorkeling, & Beach Bird Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $147

Spend four hours exploring Antigua by van, speedboat, kayak, and snorkel gear. Guide Crystal adds local stories and music as you paddle through mangroves, snorkel near Great Bird Island, and relax on a white-sand beach with fruit or rum punch.

“Loved the trip because of Captain Crystal! She made it an unforgettable day and experience.”

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