2 Observation Decks Tours in Mexico to Build a Day Around

1.Night Snorkeling – Observation of octopus and other species

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $77Our pick

Explore Cozumel after dark on a small-group snorkel with octopuses, squid, rays, and free experience videos.

“Dany is so passionate about his job and showing the sealife at his night snorkeling tour. This is the second time we’ve done it and would continue to do so whenever we are in Cozumel. We’ve seen everything from octopus, puffer fish, sea urchins, lobsters, nurse sharks, etc. Seeing the octopus change colors and shapes was like watching a National Geographic documentary. So surreal and beautiful. Highly recommend this tour to anyone!”

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2.Marine Turtle Observation in Akumal

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 42 reviews · 5 hours · from $135

Snorkel with sea turtles at Akumal, meet a biologist-guide, and swim in a Riviera Maya cenote on this family-focused day trip.

“The activity itself was a great experience. Roldolfo was very patient with us as not all of us were strong swimmers. He ensured the safety of my sisters, which we very much appreciated. He was informative and personable, told us about his experience living in Playa de Carmen. The ticket was advertised for all ages but when we arrived Rodolfo informed us that my kid needed to be at least 3 to participate so I had to stay on shore when the rest of the family swam with the turtles. He was extremely apologetic for the error in advertisement. Nonetheless, they had a memorable experience. Me & my kid still…”

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