Snorkeling Cruises with a Buffet Worldwide: Our Top 15

1.Luxury Snorkel Cruise, Local Buffet with Whale & Dolphin Watch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,334 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $174Our pick

Sail from Ko Olina aboard the 61-foot Kai OliOli catamaran. Your captain and crew search for dolphins, seasonal humpback whales, turtles, and flying fish before stopping for guided snorkeling. Gear, showers, a Hawaiian buffet, drinks, and optional Waikiki pickup are included.

“There is no snorkeling, we didn’t see any whales or dolphins. We were very disappointed. I would not recommend this trip.”

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2.Boat Tour with Snorkeling, Gourmet Buffet & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 595 reviews · 6 hours · from $104

Cruise Rhodes’ east coast aboard the wooden Romantika caique from 10am to 4pm. Swim at Kallithea Springs, Afandou Beach, and Anthony Quinn Bay, with snorkeling gear, reserved seats, a Greek buffet, and drinks including wine, beer, ouzo cocktails, and soft drinks.

“Highly recommend this activity! Great tour guides and company! They stopped at beautiful spots, kept our glasses filled with wine all day, and made an amazing traditional lunch. Nothing I would change about it, you should book it!”

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3.Koh Kood or Koh Rang: Snorkeling Day Trip with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 290 reviews · 7 hours · from $32

From Koh Kood, you’ll sail to three weather-selected snorkeling sites near Koh Kood or Koh Rang National Park. Guides such as Morgan, Berry, Daniel, and Manu help beginners, point out fish and coral, and keep the day relaxed with lunch, fruit, drinks, and a covered boat.

“amazing day, we saw many fish and even a turtle. the food was great and the instructor really nice. shootout to morgan and roland”

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4.Pattaya Full-Day 3 Tropical Island tour Snorkeling Cruise Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 286 reviews · from $97Top rated

Spend about 7 hours and 15 minutes aboard a catamaran from Pattaya, visiting Koh Pai, Koh Rin, and Koh Ped, known as Monkey Island. Swim, snorkel, fish, paddleboard, use the water slide, and enjoy a Thai buffet with free-flow soft drinks, water, snacks, tea, and coffee. Guide Lorenzo is especially helpful in the water.

“A fantastic day out. Beautiful well appointed boat, friendly staff and excellent food. Would definitely recommend and do again if in the area. 10/10”

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5.Hurghada: Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling & Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · from $26Best value

Set out from Public Beach Number 9 in Hurghada for a 6 to 7-hour Red Sea cruise. You’ll search for wild dolphins, swim at two coral-reef sites, use supplied snorkeling gear, enjoy a buffet lunch and soft drinks, and try banana-boat and sofa-boat rides. Guides speak English, German, and Arabic.

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6.Maui: Snorkeling and Sailing Adventure with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 115 reviews · from $172

Spend four hours aboard Gemini from Kaanapali, snorkeling near Honolua Bay or another west-coast site, then sailing with a hot buffet and open bar. The crew provides instruction, prescription masks, flotation gear, and reef-safe sunscreen. Winter trips look for humpback whales, while summer sails may spot spinner dolphins.

“The crew was so organized and made this whole operation run very smoothly! The open bar and lunch alone makes the price well worth it. The crew checked in to see what drinks we needed refills on. Talk about full service! We got to see whales during the ride, which the staff made a fun and informative experience! Aside from the amazing crew, the snorkeling was fantastic. My husband and I saw a reef shark, got to see at least 3 sea turtles, and so many beautiful fish. We would do this all over again. The Gemini is a one-boat operation, which impressed us even more. Definitely recommend this experience!Read…”

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7.Top Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Snorkel Open Bar and Buffet lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 87 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $37

You’ll sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres with an open bar, brief El Meco Reef snorkeling, a buffet lunch at Icebar Beach Club, an optional spinnaker ride, and free island time. Guides such as Eric keep the music and party moving, while air-conditioned transfers cover many Cancun and Riviera Maya hotels.

“Great day that pleased both parents and teenagers. Very professional team that makes every effort to make sure we have a great day!Auto-translated”

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8.Private Catamaran Charter with Transfer, Buffet and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Take your private group aboard a purpose-built catamaran from Puerto Colón, with pickup within 20 km, a flexible route, snorkeling gear, lunch, drinks, and time to swim. Watch for whales, dolphins, and turtles, then relax on the sundeck or flybridge during this three-hour cruise.

“We celebrated a 50th birthday and it was an absolutely amazing day. Everything was very well organised, we were picked up on time, and the crew were so friendly and welcoming. There were loads of drinks, the food was excellent, and we were lucky enough to see lots of dolphins too. A truly special experience from start to finish.”

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9.Aqaba: Red Sea Snorkeling Boat Trip with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 44 reviews · 4 hours · from $88

From Aqaba Sharks Bay Divers, you’ll ride from Ayla Marina to two Red Sea snorkeling sites. Expect clear water, coral gardens, fish, possible turtles, a Jordanian buffet, fruit, drinks, toilets, showers, and shaded or sunny seating. Wind can affect access to shore.

“We enjoyed a really wonderful trip. (Even though my husband got into a little difficulty in the water - the guide’s response was swift and efficient and we are very grateful for his response.) The boat was in good condition and plenty of good fresh food.”

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10.Isla Mujeres Catamaran + Snorkel + Open Bar on board + Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 43 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $38

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a catamaran with an open national bar, organized snorkeling, spinnaker rides when weather allows, buffet lunch, beach-club access, and about 90 minutes of island time. Guides such as Pancho, Alex, Fernando, and Pablo are praised for keeping the trip lively and friendly.

“Tour canceled without being notified. We were waiting and were never picked up. I wasn’t able to reach someone for a while. Decided to contact via directly and they were helpful. I did get my refund.”

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11.Puerto Plata: Catamaran Snorkeling Trip w/ Buffet & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 41 reviews · 5 hours · from $79

Spend about five hours sailing from Sosúa Bay to Ocean World Marina, with two snorkeling stops, supplied gear, a Dominican buffet, open bar, music, and hotel or cruise-port pickup. English, French, German, and Spanish guides are available.

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12.Isla Mujeres Catamaran, Snorkel & Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 29 reviews · 6 - 6.5 hours · from $70

Spend 6 to 6.5 hours sailing from Cancun to Isla Mujeres, snorkeling at a coral reef, swimming at Playa Norte, and eating at a private beach club. Fernando is one crew member praised for keeping the mood lively. Transportation is optional, and a $30 reef fee is extra.

“Het was écht leuk. Fernando en het team creëerden een uitbundige en uitgelaten sfeer. We dansten op de boot. Ze hadden ons goed in de gaten tijdens het snorkelen. Ook de trip met de golfkarretjes was leuk om het eiland te verkennen. We (met tieners van 14 en 17 jaar) genoten van de trip! Een aanrader.”

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13.Hurghada: Elite vip snorkeling cruise with BBQ buffet lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 28 reviews · 6 hours · from $80

Spend six hours aboard a four-level Elite VIP boat from Hurghada, with air-conditioned salons, waiter-served drinks, guided snorkeling, dolphin spotting, and a fresh BBQ buffet. Hotel pickup, national park fees, and life jackets are included. Wetsuits cost $10 extra.

“We were expecting an adult only VIP experience but every other group of people had children as part of their group! This spoilt our trip!”

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14.Deluxe Catamaran to Isla Mujeres, with Drinks, Snorkel & Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 21 reviews · from $34

Spend about seven hours sailing from Cancun to Isla Mujeres with certified snorkeling guides, unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, music, free island time, and a Mexican buffet at a beach club. Crew members include Mosquito, Pancho, and Antonio, though assignments may vary.

“Terrible, first of all let me say I'm a long time consumer of booking excursions via viator and they have mainly been very good. However i paid for this Excursion thinking I have already paid the entire cost. Only to be told upon arrival that therRead more”

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15.Cancun Catamaran: Isla Mujeres, Snorkeling, Drinks & Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 20 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $65

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on an approximately eight-hour catamaran trip with snorkeling, drinks, snacks, a beach-club buffet, and time near Playa Norte. Hotel pickup is available from Cancun and nearby resort areas. Expect a social boat outing, a $20 dock fee, and a busy schedule.

“The time of departure for our excursion was scheduled for 10:30. The dock area was full of passengers for multiple vessels- it was very disorganized and we didn't board until 11:15. Once on board we were packed/crowded like sardines- there was NO room to move, this company oversells to increase their revenue but created an uncomfortable passenger experience. People were seated where you needed to walk- it was not good. When it was time to snorkel- we were only provided a face mask- NO air tube nor flippers. I've snorkeled many times previously and other tour companies provided an air tube and flippers. The first stop at the ZaZa beach…”

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