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Top 15 Guided Snorkeling Tours Worldwide

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The good guided snorkeling tours fill up weeks ahead and the small boats go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

San Juan Guided Snorkel With Turtles Tour and Videos - What happens during the 90-minute snorkel
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San Juan Guided Snorkel With Turtles Tour and Videos

1.San Juan Guided Snorkel With Turtles Tour and Videos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12,947 reviews · from $42Our pick

Walk into the sea at Escambron Beach for a 1 to 1.5-hour guided snorkel with a local professional such as Lily, Jill, or Rey. You receive instruction, all gear, small-group attention, and a GoPro video. Turtles are possible, not guaranteed, and sea conditions can change the plan.

“Let me start by saying that Jill was amazing. This was my first snorkelling experience and I was fairly nervous before. We were divided into smaller groups based on swimming proficiency and our group had 5. They give you life vest in which I fRead more”

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The 'OG' Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer - The boat ride through Kings Bay
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The ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer

2.The ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide/Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,539 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $76

Join River Ventures in Crystal River for a three-hour manatee swim with an in-water guide and photographer. You will cruise Kings Bay and Three Sisters Springs, learn encounter rules, wear provided gear, and return with optional photos. Groups are limited to 10 people.

“AMAZING!! Eddie and JJ were our guides and did a fantastic job. Within minutes, with the help of JJ’s drone, they found 2 manatees and we jumped in the water. Eddie was super helpful navigating everyone to see the manatees. There ended up being 3 manatees- a mom, calf and young male all in the same area. This was truly an unforgettable experience and can’t wait to do it again! Highly recommend!”

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Bali/Lovina: Guided Dolphin Watching & Sunrise Boat Snorkel - Watching wild dolphins without chasing them
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Bali/Lovina: Guided Dolphin Watching & Sunrise Boat Snorkel

3.Bali/Lovina: Guided Dolphin Watching & Sunrise Boat Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,983 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $18Best value

Leave Lovina Beach at sunrise with guides such as Moy, Dedi, or Donald to watch wild dolphins from a respectful distance. You may swim while holding a secured float, then snorkel among coral and fish. Hotel pickup, coffee, snacks, gear, and private options are available.

“May was a brilliant guide and looked after us all morning. I highly recommend this activity. its not everyday you get to swim next to dolphins.”

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Tulum Guided Tour, Magical Cenote, Lagoon Snorkeling and Beachside Lunch - Snorkeling where spring water meets the sea
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Tulum Guided Tour, Magical Cenote, Lagoon Snorkeling and Beachside Lunch

4.Tulum Guided Tour, Magical Cenote, Lagoon Snorkeling and Beachside Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,888 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $169

Spend about six and a half hours visiting Tulum, swimming through El Sueño cenote, snorkeling at Yal Ku Lagoon, and eating lunch by the beach. Small groups, bilingual guides, gear, snacks, and hotel transport are included. Bring a towel, refillable bottle, and extra food for the late lunch.

“My wife and I are traveling to Mexico for the first time and took this tour today. I am not a very strong swimmer and our guide Miguel was so helpful throughout and made me feel safe at all times when we were in the water. We forgot towels, but Miguel was prepared with extras. He gave us snacks after the first stop. The activities are fun and very well planned. The hotel pick up was prompt and we had a great day. Highly recommend!! Note: please carry refillable water bottles to Tulum ruins since they have banned single use plastic and made us trash our water bottles.”

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Cabo de Gata Active. Guided kayak and snorkel route through coves of the Natural Park - Snorkelling in the clear water
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Cabo de Gata Active. Guided kayak and snorkel route through coves of the Natural Park

5.Cabo de Gata Active. Guided kayak and snorkel route through coves of the Natural Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,531 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $54

Set out from Cabo de Gata in a shared kayak with paddle, life jacket, snorkel gear, water, and a qualified guide. Paddle past volcanic cliffs and coves, stop to snorkel, and hear about the park’s biology, geology, history, and culture. English service is available.

“Very nice family activity! The instructors were funny and made the activity better. Tip for you, bring one of those waterproof covers for yiur phone, you can take great pictures”

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Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer - Meeting at 226 NE 5th Street in Crystal River
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Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer

6.Guided Small Group Manatee Snorkeling Tour with In-Water Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,336 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

Meet your guide at Gulf Coast Expeditions in Crystal River for a three-hour, six-person manatee tour. Guides such as Crystal, Celeste, Ron, and Mike lead the safety talk, locate the animals, and take in-water photos. Wetsuits, snorkel gear, coffee, and hot cocoa are provided.

“The guides were patient and kind and helped me when I was uncomfortable with my ability to swim well. I was able to actually float above the manatees My only recommendation is a little more obvious signage”

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Curieuse Guided Tour, St Pierre, BBQ & 2 Snorkel Stops - Hotel pickup keeps the morning simple
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Curieuse Guided Tour, St Pierre, BBQ & 2 Snorkel Stops

7.Curieuse Guided Tour, St Pierre, BBQ & 2 Snorkel Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 983 reviews · from $112

Cruise from Praslin to Curieuse with Geoli Charters for two snorkeling stops, a guided nature trail, giant tortoises, and a Creole BBQ. Guides including Benjamin, Rocco, Leroy, and Ryan lead small groups in English and French. Hotel pickup, equipment, soft drinks, and a rum cocktail are included.

“We had an amazing experience with Benjamin as our guide during the trail and snorkeling tour in Seychelles. He was not only friendly and approachable but also very knowledgeable. Throughout the journey, he shared fascinating insights about the history, culture, and nature of Seychelles, which made the experience even more enriching. On the trail, Benjamin guided us with patience and ensured we enjoyed the stunning views safely. During snorkeling, he pointed out beautiful spots and marine life, making the underwater experience unforgettable. If you are visiting Seychelles and want a guide who makes the experience both fun and educational, I would highly recommend Benjamin.Read more”

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Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure - What Happens at Turtle Canyon
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Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure

8.Moana’s Waikīkī Grand Guided Turtle Snorkel & Sailing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 936 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $76

Sail from Kewalo Harbor to Turtle Canyon for a 2.5-hour guided snorkel with sea turtles, tropical fish, and possible dolphins. Moana provides gear, lifeguards, restrooms, cushioned seating, and a secured raft. Early departures can bring calmer water, sunrise views, and more turtle activity.

“It was amazing. The staff was so kind and accommodating. We saw some turtles and some beautiful fish.”

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Kauai’s Ultimate Guided Shore Snorkel in South Poipu - The wildlife you might see at Poipu
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Kauai’s Ultimate Guided Shore Snorkel in South Poipu

9.Kauai’s Ultimate Guided Shore Snorkel in South Poipu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 875 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $119

Join guides such as Keoni, Brett, Oana, or Shelby for a two-hour shore snorkel at Poipu Beach. After a safety briefing, you will spend about an hour in the water with provided gear, flotation support, snacks, and water. Look for colorful fish, sea urchins, turtles, and possibly monk seals.

“This was one experience my daughter was so excited yet nervous for due to confidence in her swimming, but I’m so glad we did it! With the raft to hold on to, and and jacket she didn’t need, she was snorkling and having an amazing time with David as our guide. He was attentive, had great information and was fun and friendly. We even saw 2 turtles on the ramp we had to walk around to get in the water so it started before it even started! Great experience. My daughter now wants to get a snorkel and do this on her own! Thank you David for a great tour!”

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Santa Maria: Guided Snorkeling and Reef Tour - What the water time is really like
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Santa Maria: Guided Snorkeling and Reef Tour

10.Santa Maria: Guided Snorkeling and Reef Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 809 reviews · 2 hours · from $44

From Santa Maria, you’ll take a low-sided Zodiac to reefs near Farol, Bolama, or the bay. Guides such as Adi, Addy, Daniel, and Wesley provide gear, safety help, and local knowledge while you look for turtles, rays, eels, tropical fish, and a shallow wreck.

“This was brilliant, all three of us really enjoyed it. We saw tons of beautiful fish and turtles! A great experience and would definitely do this again our guide Addie was fantastic.”

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Private 'OG' Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people - A private boat changes the feel of the outing
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Private ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people

11.Private ‘OG’ Manatee Snorkel Tour with Guide for up to 10 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 598 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

This private River Ventures outing takes your group into Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge to snorkel near wild manatees. Guides such as Sarah, Kelly, Dave, and Lindsey have helped families and first-time swimmers enjoy the water. Gear, wetsuits, bottled water, and instruction are included.

“The captain and mate (Micheal and Dani) were great we loved them, I would have rated this 5 stars if maybe we were warned ahead of time that we were going to be in very murky water and not really see much of the manatees. It was a fun day but we only really saw one maybe two and there were a lot of other tours in the same area and we only could spend a limited time with the one we saw. I have done the tour before and it was in the winter in the springs. That is the way to go, don't go anytime past February or…”

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Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer - Water Clarity and Wild Animal Timing
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Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer

12.Small Group Manatee Snorkel Tour with In-Water Guide and Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 574 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Meet at Salty Siren Tours in Crystal River for a three-hour manatee outing limited to six people. You receive a wetsuit and snorkel gear, learn passive observation, then ride a heated enclosed pontoon to Kings Bay. Guides such as Tyler, Robin, Kim, and Captain Ed may help you find manatees and capture optional photos.

“We had a wonderful experience! Jessica and Captain Ed took great care of us and made it a memorable experience.”

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Cozumel Coral Reef Snorkeling by Glass Bottom Boat with Guide - Boarding a small glass-bottom boat
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Cozumel Coral Reef Snorkeling by Glass Bottom Boat with Guide

13.Cozumel Coral Reef Snorkeling by Glass Bottom Boat with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 543 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Spend about two hours aboard a glass-bottom boat, snorkeling Villa Blanca and shallow and deep Paraiso reefs with a bilingual guide. Miguel, Santiago, Carlos, and other crew members may assist. Gear, water, soft drinks, and a post-snorkel beer are included, but bring $11 cash for marine and pier fees.

“Boat is small but comfortable. The staff was the best. Made the entire trip a lot of fun. We had three stops for snorkeling. All different where we saw different fish. It was a fun two hours”

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90-Minute Snorkel & Seabob Underwater Guided Reef Tour in Fort Lauderdale - Stop 1: Beach Ventures and the gear fitting
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90-Minute Snorkel & Seabob Underwater Guided Reef Tour in Fort Lauderdale

14.90-Minute Snorkel & Seabob Underwater Guided Reef Tour in Fort Lauderdale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 541 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $214

Meet Chris or Keanu at Fort Lauderdale Beach for a safety briefing, gear fitting, and a guided two-mile Seabob reef ride. The motorized unit pulls you across the surface and underwater to about 8 feet, with masks, harnesses, and a group limit of six included.

“I was with my twins 11-year old. At first we were afraid of doing the activity. The instructor was very accommodating and friendly, that helped us to have a good experience.”

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Cala Varques: Guided Sea Caves Kayak & Snorkeling Expedition - Starting at Cala Romantica and Estany d’en Mas
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Cala Varques: Guided Sea Caves Kayak & Snorkeling Expedition

15.Cala Varques: Guided Sea Caves Kayak & Snorkeling Expedition

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 534 reviews · 3 hours · from $87

Spend three hours kayaking from Cala Romantica to Cala Varques with guides such as Cecilia, Celia, Lucas, or David. Expect sea caves, cliffs, snorkeling, Posidonia, optional cliff jumping, safety support, water, and free photos. Calm seas help, but the route can be active.

“Great experience! We did kayaking, caving, snorkelling, cliff jumping and a bit of dws. Absolutely recommended! Thank you!”

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