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4 Cozumel Dolphin Encounters Tours Worth the Ferry

4 tours  ·  from $52 a head

The popular cozumel dolphin encounters tours sell out on cruise days. Below, the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

From Cozumel: Starfish, Stingrays and the Turtle Sanctuary - From Marina Asipona to the snorkeling grounds
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From Cozumel: Starfish, Stingrays and the Turtle Sanctuary

1.Starfish, Stingrays and the Turtle Sanctuary

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 455 reviews · from $52Our pick

From Marina Asipona, a guide-led boat trip visits Cozumel snorkeling spots known for turtles, rays, fish and starfish. Guides such as Gaspar, Andy and Carlos have led trips, though the guide on your date may differ. Gear, drinks and a snack are included, and the $11 marine fee is extra.

“This tour was fun! We saw a lot of fish and it was beautiful. The tour guides were funny, and took amazing pictures with their go pro. I would recommend this tour!”

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Starfish, Stingrays and the Turtle Sanctuary Snorkel Tour - El Cielito: rays in the shallows
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Starfish, Stingrays and the Turtle Sanctuary Snorkel Tour

2.Starfish, Stingrays and the Turtle Sanctuary Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 251 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $59

Spend about four hours snorkeling Cozumel’s reef waters, El Cielo sandbar and a shallow stingray area aboard a shaded boat capped at 16 people. Gear, drinks and a snack are included. You may see sea turtles, but sightings are not guaranteed, and the $11 marine park fee is extra.

“Throughly enjoyed the four stops on our journey. There was ample time to see what each location had to offer. Our guide was helpful in pointing out what to look for and led us well.”

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Cozumel: Dolphin Royal Connection and Manatee Interaction - The dolphin lesson is part of the appeal
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Cozumel: Dolphin Royal Connection and Manatee Interaction

3.Dolphin Royal Connection and Manatee Interaction

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 47 reviews · 50 min · from $135

At Chankanaab Park in Cozumel, the 50-minute animal program pairs a 40-minute Royal Swim with two dolphins and a 10-minute manatee encounter. You’ll learn about dolphin anatomy, use a mask during a group platform session, then get access to the VIP area, buffet lunch, and international open bar. Transport and animal photos cost extra.

“Heel slechte ervaring. Ik heb betaald voor de Royal Swim. De dolfijnen trainer was onbeschoft naar ons en totaal niet geinteresseerd. Hij ratelde zijn verhaaltje af alsof het een cassetteband was en was zeer onvriendelijk. We begonnen meer dan een half uur later dan afgesproken en er was niets Royal aan deze ervaring. Zwemmen was er ook niet bij en vrije tijd met de dieren al helemaal niet, terwijl dit wel wordt aangekondigd. We deden niets meer dan de mensen met de veel goedkopere dolphin encounter. Weggegooid geld dus!”

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Cozumel: Snorkel and Swim with Stingrays - What happens in the two-hour visit
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Cozumel: Snorkel and Swim with Stingrays

4.Snorkel and Swim with Stingrays

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 38 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

At Stingray Beach Cozumel, an English- or Spanish-speaking guide leads you through a safety briefing, a waist-deep stingray encounter and a snorkel session among rays and colorful fish. You’ll also see an installation of more than 800 rescued coral. Pedro is one guide named by a visitor, but guide assignments may vary.

“We had an amazing time. Cozumel was so beautiful and is one of our favorite port stops. Spending the time with the fish and rays in their natural habitat was something none of us will soon forget. The staff was so patient and friendly. It really was an amazing experience. A+”

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