Snorkel the Famous Palancar and Columbia Reefs
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Hassle-free
Cancellation
4 hours (approx.)
Shared Tour
Overview
Due to the unique beauty of their crystal clear water, all the reefs found around the island have been declared National Parks.
Reef Palancar is stellar and the Columbia Reef, just a few miles away, has turtles and mantas floating sporadically by. Scuba divers come from all over the world to dive these reefs and you will find these snorkel stops some of the finest of your life.
The visibility of the azure blue waters is often up to 200 feet so it is easy to drift over the marine life and capture views of tropical fish and coral that you might never see again. What is most amazing will be the size and the formations of these protected waters.
Highly suggested are underwater cameras as there is much to capture in this lovely sea of life.
After plenty of time viewing these magnificent reefs, you will get a chance to see El Cielo, a perfect place to swim and also see the starfish gardens for which it is known.
What's Included
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Small customized and comfortable glass bottom boat
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Services of a bilingual guide
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Use of full snorkel gear
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Snorkel at Palancar and Columbia Reefs
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Swim time at El Cielo
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Fruit, bottled water, soda, beer after snorkeling
Considerations
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Marine Park Fee $13.00 USD per person
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Transfers
Special Instructions
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The tour is perfect for beginner to advanced participants.
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You will need to take a short taxi ride to/from the departure location for this tour. It is a 5-10 minute ride that will cost approximately $10 USD each way for up to 4 passengers.
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There is a restroom on this boat.
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Marine Park Fee of $11.00 U.S. p/p to be paid in cash upon arrival.
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Once aboard the boat stops will be made to pick up hotel guests en route to the snorkeling sites.
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Minimum age for snorkeling is 5 years old.
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Guests under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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Minimum age for alcohol consumption is 18 years old.
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Maximum weight limit is 280 lbs.
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During high season, there is a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 30 people per boat. During low season (September 1st-November 1st) the minimum is 6.
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Guests should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this tour is appropriate or not.
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Pregnant women, as well as guests with recent surgery (within 2 months), asthma, insulin dependent, epilepsy, or heart problems are not allowed to participate in this tour. Tour is not suitable for guess with limited mobility or in wheelchairs.
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No one under the influence of alcohol, drugs, etc. will be allowed to board the boats.
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This tour may operate with light rain, but severe winds or rough sea conditions will cause cancellations due to safety reasons.
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This tour does not operate on New Years Day.
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The morning departure will NOT be available in the months of September and October. If you are taking this excursion during September or October, only the afternoon time will be operational. If you are unsure if the afternoon time will work with your cruise ship schedule, please contact us for assistance.
Meeting and Pickup
See Special Instructions
Specific pick up instructions will appear on your voucher after you purchase your tour.
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