“Great snorkel tour. Visited two different spots with really clear water and tons of fish — parrotfish, angelfish, puffer fish, even a couple of sea turtles. Captain gave us plenty of time in the water at each stop. Gear was in good condition.”
Tours
Snorkeling
Puerto Escondido Coast, Puerto Escondido
Duration
2.5 hours
Departs
10:30 AM
Returns
1:30 PM
Location
Puerto Escondido Coast
From
$1,500 MXN
Trusted by travelers from around the world
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Beneath the surface of the Pacific off Puerto Escondido, a quieter world unfolds — coral formations alive with angelfish and butterflyfish, rocky reefs where pufferfish hover, and open stretches where rays glide like slow-motion shadows and sea turtles cruise past. This 2.5-hour snorkeling tour takes you by boat to the clearest, calmest bays on the Oaxacan coast.
Your experience
What to Expect
We pick you up at 10:30 AM from your hotel or Airbnb in Puerto Escondido and drive you to the port. At 11:00 AM, you board the boat with your guide and head to the best snorkeling spots of the day — sheltered bays and reef systems where visibility can reach 15 metres or more.
The captain chooses locations based on the day's conditions — wind, swell, and visibility. Popular spots include Puerto Angelito, Manzanillo Beach, Carrizalillo Beach, and Coral Beach near Playa Bacocho. Each site has different character: Puerto Angelito and Manzanillo are two small bays surrounded by rocks with abundant marine life, Carrizalillo offers a great variety of fish, and Coral Beach is a secluded spot ideal for calm snorkeling.
The tour is suitable for both seasoned snorkelers and first-timers — your guide provides instruction and all equipment. You spend approximately 2 hours in the water, then return to port by 1:00 PM and are back at your accommodation by 1:30 PM.
Hour by hour
Detailed Itinerary
10:30 AM
Pickup from Your Hotel
Your driver picks you up from your hotel or Airbnb in Puerto Escondido and takes you to the port.
11:00 AM
Boat Departure
Board the boat with your guide and head along the coast to the first snorkeling site. Your guide gives a safety briefing and snorkeling instruction for beginners on the way.
11:15 AM
First Snorkeling Site
Arrive at the first bay — often Puerto Angelito or Manzanillo Beach, surrounded by rocks with abundant marine life. Explore the reef, spotting angelfish, butterflyfish, pufferfish, and colourful reef fish. Your guide points out key species.
12:00 PM
Second Snorkeling Site
Move to a second location — often a deeper spot near Carrizalillo or Coral Beach. This is where larger species like sea turtles, rays, and bigger fish are most commonly seen.
1:00 PM
Return to Port
Head back to the port. Time for photos and to dry off.
1:30 PM
Hotel Drop-off
Your driver takes you back to your accommodation.
What makes it special
Highlights
Sea turtles and raysRegularly spotted at the snorkeling sites along the coast
Diverse marine lifeAngelfish, butterflyfish, pufferfish, and colourful reef fish in sheltered bays
Multiple snorkeling locationsPuerto Angelito, Manzanillo, Carrizalillo, and Coral Beach
Crystal-clear visibilityCalm, sheltered bays with excellent underwater views
Expert local guidesProfessional guides who know every reef and cove on this coast
Beginner-friendlyFull instruction and equipment provided; no experience needed
All set
What's Included
Round-trip transportation from your hotel or Airbnb to the port and back
Boat ride to snorkeling sites (2.5 hours)
Personal guide with snorkeling expertise
Snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins)
Life jackets
Pack light
What to Bring
Swimsuit — wear it under your clothes for easy access
Towel
Reef-safe sunscreen — chemical sunscreens damage the coral; protect the reef
Hat and sunglasses for the boat ride
Waterproof camera or GoPro if you have one
Reusable water bottle and snacks — drinks and food are not provided
Cash for tips
Before you book
Good to Know
Transportation is included;
we pick you up at 10:30 AM and drop you back by 1:30 PM — door to door from anywhere in Puerto Escondido.
No snorkeling experience needed;
guides provide full instruction for first-timers. You should be comfortable in the water and able to swim. All equipment including life jackets is provided.
Minimum 2 participants;
if you are travelling solo, message us on WhatsApp and we will try to pair you with another group departing the same day.
Drinks and food are not included;
bring your own water bottle and snacks. You can eat at nearby restaurants after returning to port.
Please use reef-safe sunscreen;
chemical sunscreens damage the coral and marine life you are there to enjoy. Do not touch or stand on coral — our guides enforce responsible snorkeling practices.
Snorkeling sites depend on conditions;
the captain selects the best locations based on wind, swell, and visibility that day. Popular spots include Puerto Angelito, Manzanillo, Carrizalillo, and Coral Beach.
The boat ride can be bouncy;
take motion-sickness medication before boarding if you are sensitive to boat movement.
Best visibility:
November to May; the dry season offers the calmest water and clearest views, but snorkeling is available year-round.
Real traveler stories
What travelers are saying
“Ótimo tour de snorkeling! Água cristalina, muitos peixes coloridos e vi duas tartarugas marinhas. O capitão foi muito atencioso e o equipamento estava em ótimo estado. Vale muito a pena.”
“Tolle Schnorcheltour an Puerto Angelito und Carrizalillo. Wasser super klar, viele bunte Fische und sogar eine Meeresschildkröte. Der Kapitän war nett und hat uns genug Zeit gegeben. Empfehlenswert!”
4.9 (185)
5.0 (140)
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From
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