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Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour: shared speedboat

About this experience

Enjoy the most popular tour in Cancun and discover the mangrove jungle at the Nichupte lagoon. Experience an adventure of a lifetime in our guided speedboat and snorkeling tour!

The best part of it all is that you don’t need to have any boating experience! Our 13 ft speedboats are easy to drive, safe, stable and completely suitable for first time boaters. we will teach you how to navigate (you steer the wheel just like a car) your own speedboat, you will following one of our highly-trained tour guides for the entire tour where they will show you the beautiful mangrove canals and Punta Nizuc bay.The snorkeling activity will be taking place at the beautiful Punta Nizuc coral reef, which is part of the second biggest coral reef barrier in the world, a site known for its incredibly clear water, coral reefs and underwater museum*.
• Visit to the underwater museum is recommended only for experienced swimmers

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr

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9:00 AM: Speedboat and Snorkel
Drive your own two-seater Speed Boat through Cancun Bay to enter Nichupté Lagoon follow your tour guide and discover the Mayan Mangroves! practice Snorkeling at the Amazing Coral Reef in Punta Nizuc!
12:00 PM:Speedboat and Snorkel
Drive your own two-seater Speed Boat through Cancun Bay to enter Nichupté Lagoon follow your tour guide and snorkel
3:00 PM: Speedboat and Snorkel
Drive your own two-seater Speed Boat through Cancun Bay to enter Nichupté Lagoon follow your tour guide and discover the Mayan Mangroves! practice Snorkeling at the Amazing Coral Reef in Punta Nizuc!

Plan your experience

Time on the tour2 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age required to drive 18+
  • Minimum age recommended to board 3+

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Bottled water
  • Qualified Bilingual tour guides (English/Spanish)
  • Shared Two-passenger Speedboat (price per person)
  • snorkeling mask, snorkeling tube, and life jacket

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Towels, souvenir, photos & video
  • Tips
  • Dock fee, CASH ONLY

Itinerary and highlights

You'll arrive 30 minutes before departure time where you'll do your check-in, receive safety instructions and learn how to drive the speedboat.

You will drive through the spectacular mangrove jungle canals of the Nichupte Lagoon and visit the beautiful marine National Park of Punta Nizuc where you will snorkel around 30 to 40 minutes approximately depending on the group's swimming skills.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Across the street from the JW Marriot Hotel in the parking lot of the Fred´s House Restaurant

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Jungle Tour Adventure

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time
  • Minimum age required to drive 18+
  • Minimum age recommended to board 3+
  • Participants from 4 to 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult
  • No pregnant women allowed
  • Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions such as asthma or claustrophobia (just for snorkeling)
  • We recommend you to bring your own towel and dry clothes
  • You can present either a printed or an electronic voucher for this activity
  • This service requires a payment of $20.00 USD per person prior to boarding, payable in cash for use of marine natural elements (Art. 198 of the Act Federal rights)
  • All customers must present a credit card and I.D. matching the credit card holder at the moment of check in
  • Persons under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any other illicit substance are not allowed to participate in the tour and will not be able to get a refund.
  • The maximum weight capacity per speedboat is 450 lbs (205 kg).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 2 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 6–9; Adult tickets: age 10+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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