GLASS-BOTTOMED BOAT & SNORKEL TOUR
This approximately two-and-a-half-hour excursion allows guests to see the world’s second-largest living coral reef – and some of its diverse marine life – through a glass-bottomed boat. Those who want to get closer to some of the wildlife below their feet can also go snorkelling in the reef, assisted by qualified guides.
Explore the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef and view its biodiversity first-hand during this approximately two-and-a-half-hour excursion. Begin with a transfer of approximately 15 minutes from the port to the beach in Mahahual. This former fishing village is known for its beaches and as a hotspot for snorkelling and diving. It also houses Banco Chinchorro, one of Mexico’s largest coral atolls (a circular-shaped coral reef), in the waters off its coast.
Once arrived at Mahahual, a 15-minute allocation allows for a safety briefing and boarding your glass-bottomed boat. Then, enjoy cruising the Caribbean Sea for approximately 30 minutes until you reach the reef. Simply look through the boat’s glass underbelly and start observing the scenery below you.
Next, approximately 45 minutes can be spent onboard the boat – continuing your observations and relaxing – or taking part in a snorkel tour, during which you can get a closer view of some of the reef’s inhabitants, accompanied by a qualified guide. Numerous species of fish, other sea creatures and plant life inhabit the waters, so look out for all kinds of interesting sights.
Afterwards is an approximately 15-minute sail back to the pier at Mahahual beach, where there’ll be 15 minutes or so to disembark. From here, a 15-minute transfer returns to the port.
Important Information: Please note: guests must be at least 8 years of age to take part in the snorkelling portion of this tour.
For safety reasons, the tour is not available for pregnant women, guests with pre-existing respiratory conditions such as asthma, with cardiac conditions (including a history of cardiac arrest and/or surgery), diabetes, epilepsy, back/neck injuries, and guests taking medication such as anti- depressants, lithium, beta-blockers, and base vein constrictors. Guests will be required to sign a waiver which may only be available in English. Presence of seaweed in the Mexican Caribbean Coast is seasonal and could cause limited visibility and be present in the water or beach. Seaweed is not harmful but may cause light itching on sensitive skin
