Hand-picked tours across the world's coral reefs
Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around the world's coral reefs for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

Private, luxury, custom charters to Stingray City, Snorkeling & More
Cobalt Custom Charters operates a private luxury bowrider (capacity 8 guests) across Grand Cayman's North Sound, where you dictate the route and timing. Spend 2–4 hours reaching Stingray City's shallow sandbar to encounter southern stingrays, snorkel the barrier reef's densest coral gardens, visit Starfish Point to spot red cushion sea stars, or paddle into Bio Bay at night to witness bioluminescent waters. A captain and guide steer based on your preferences, skipping the tourist crowds.

Private Stand Up Paddle Boarding Tour in Turtle Town, Maui
Explore Turtle Town on a private paddleboard tour along Maui's dramatic coastline. Your certified guide leads you through calm Makena Bay for a skills refresher—most paddlers are confident within 30 minutes—then venture into deeper waters past sea caves, lava formations, and vibrant coral gardens where green sea turtles often appear. The two-hour experience spans all skill levels and includes equipment, instruction, life jacket, and a digital photo package.

Bestseller! Tulum Private Tour with Turtles and Cenote Snorkeling

Private Tour to Tulum, Cenote and Swimming with Turtles
This five to seven-hour private excursion from Cozumel combines three distinct experiences: Tulum's clifftop Mayan structures, a cenote's submerged freshwater cavern, and a snorkeling encounter with sea turtles at Akumal. Your guide picks you up in a cooled vehicle, navigates you through the sites starting at 8 a.m. to beat the mid-day rush, and supplies snorkel gear throughout. All entrance fees, equipment, and water are covered. You can request schedule adjustments and add a meal stop at a local taquería.

Marine Biologist Guided Snorkel Tour from Shore at Turtle Town
Wade into Maui's most established reef system with a marine biologist who explains what you're seeing in real time. This 2-hour shore-based snorkel keeps groups to 8 people maximum, so you get personalized attention and breathing room. You'll spot green sea turtles, brain coral, and schools of tropical fish while learning about reef ecology and conservation efforts. All equipment, instruction, and reef-safe sunscreen are included; no boat ride needed.

Nusa Penida Two Dives Trip for Certified Divers

3H or 4H | Private Boat Trip | Swim, Board or Snorkel

4 Hours Exclusive 45' Lagoon Catamaran Experience

South Maui Shore Dive
This three-hour certified dive explores the reefs and marine life of South Maui's Wailea and Makena coastline. You'll descend with a professional guide, spot sea turtles, rays, sharks, eels, and reef fish in their natural habitat, and receive photos documenting your underwater time. The operator supplies all gear and conducts a safety review before entry. An optional second dive site can be added for extra cost.

Private Snorkeling Aruba: FIN-TASTIC Turtle Spotting

3 in 1 Private Tour Tulum Cenote and Snorkeling in the reef

Mermaid Ocean Swimming Lesson in Maui
Slip into a mermaid tail and learn ocean swimming techniques in Makena Bay, a sheltered cove on Maui's south shore. A certified instructor guides you through a 90-minute private lesson in calm, shallow water, with Haleakala and Molokini framing the backdrop. You'll master monofin coordination and mermaid-specific movements while a photographer captures underwater shots—included free with your booking. Tails and monofins come in sizes from child to adult.

Aquaspace Sunset Sail and Snorkel Tour on Bonaire with Diner

Waikiki small group turtle snorkeling & sailing

E-Snorkeling tour in Bonaire with easy Sea Scooters

Private Dolphin Watching And Snorkeling Tour
This four-hour Red Sea outing combines dolphin encounters with snorkeling at two reef sites. You'll spend time watching dolphins in their natural habitat, then explore underwater gardens filled with corals and tropical fish. A sandy island provides a break for swimming and sunbathing. The tour welcomes families and works for first-time snorkelers, with all gear and refreshments provided. National park fees are covered.

Discover Scuba Diving 3 Dives Racha Islands

Afternoon Adventure Snorkel from Ka'anapali
This two-hour afternoon snorkel run departs from Ka'anapali with small groups heading to Maui's premier west-side reefs. You'll spend the voyage with a guide in the water beside you, steering toward uncrowded anchor points where the fish are plentiful. The boat offers shaded seating with individual storage, cold beverages, snacks, and all gear. Expect a faster-paced outing that prioritizes comfort and personal attention over crowded cattle-boat logistics.

Cenote Paddleboarding and Snorkeling in Tulum

One Tank Manta Night Dive and Snorkel

3-Hour 40' Leopard Private Catamaran with Snacks & Open Bar

Introduction into diving (half day, 2 dives, no cert)

Mo'orea Half Day Private Tour with Snorkeling and Cruising the Lagoon

Cenote and Swimming with Turtles Private Tour in Akumal
This private 3–5 hour tour takes you to limestone cenotes near Akumal and into shallow waters where sea turtles feed and rest. You'll snorkel in gin-clear pools while a licensed guide explains the geology and marine life. Transport from your hotel, snorkeling gear, and water are included, and the route stays flexible—you can add a taco lunch or adjust stops based on what interests you most.

Private Eco-Tour on a Recreational Catamaran with Kayaks Included

2 hour Lahaina Sunrise Whale Watch
A 2-hour sunrise whale watch departing from Lahaina on Maui's west coast. You'll board a newly refitted pink catamaran with 360-degree sightlines and hydrophone technology to listen to whales underwater. The small-group format keeps things personal, and the captain and crew—all locals with 25+ years on these waters—field questions throughout. Whale sightings are guaranteed, or you return free.

PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course
Build on your open water certification with advanced techniques over two days in Sharm el-Sheikh's Red Sea. This PADI course covers deep diving, navigation, and specialty skills through hands-on dives guided by experienced instructors. You'll work in the region's renowned reef systems, tackling real-world scenarios that expand your underwater confidence and technical foundation.

Kayaking Tour in Cancun

Guided Scuba Dive in Kaanapali: Certified
A guided scuba dive for certified divers off Maui's Kaanapali coast, this two-hour experience takes you to shallow reefs accessible from the beach in Lahaina. Year-round warm, clear waters and abundant marine life—including Hawaiian green sea turtles and, seasonally, humpback whales—make Maui a top destination for underwater exploration. All scuba equipment is included; simply bring your certification card.

Okinawa: Kayak Mangroves & Ocean Native-English Private Tour

Nusa Penida Three Dives Trip for Certified Divers

Private Beginner Paddleboard 101 Lesson: Makena Landing!
Learn to stand-up paddleboard in a protected two-hour private lesson at Makena Landing on Maui's south shore. Your guide walks you through fundamentals on the beach, then guides you into calm waters where you'll paddle through Turtle Town while taking in views of Haleakala Crater across the channel. You'll have a local ocean expert and professional photographer with you throughout, making this an ideal introduction for anyone stepping onto a board for the first time.

Pack Love - Romantic dive in the lagoon of Bora Bora
Descend into Bora Bora's lagoon with a certified dive guide on this two-hour couples experience that pairs underwater exploration with a meaningful gesture: a black pearl presented during your dive. A professional videographer captures the proposal or celebration, delivering an edited film of the moment. The package includes all gear, transportation, and refreshments, making it a turnkey romantic occasion beneath the surface.

VIP Tulum & Turtles Private Tour

Kayak Whale Watch & Turtle Town Snorkel - Free Photos Included
This four-hour kayak expedition pairs whale-watching with snorkeling at a sea turtle cleaning station off Maui's south shore. Led by an owner-operator with over a decade of local knowledge, the small-group setup lets you hear whale vocalizations and observe them at eye level—a stark contrast to crowded motor boats. You'll paddle stable, purpose-built kayaks to track seasonal visitors, then transition to the reef to swim with Hawaiian green sea turtles and explore volcanic coral formations. High-resolution photos are included.

Priavte Day Trip to Luxor & Valley of the Kings from Hurghada
This 14-hour private excursion ferries you from Hurghada's beaches inland to Luxor, Egypt's ancient heartland. You'll spend the day moving between monumental temples and tombs: explore Luxor Temple and the sprawling Karnak complex on the Nile's east bank, then cross westward to walk through Hatshepsut's mortuary temple and descend into the royal burial chambers of the Valley of the Kings. An air-conditioned vehicle handles all ground transport, and refreshments are supplied.

Maui Whale Watching -PRIVATE- Air Tour: (2-5 People): SEE WHALES!
This private plane tour flies groups of up to five over Maui's coastline during humpback whale season (mid-December through mid-April) in search of the migrating whales. You'll fly in a metal aircraft with panoramic windows from a dedicated cabin, guided by a pilot who provides live commentary on what you're seeing below. The one-hour flight includes ground fees, headsets, and beverages, and lets you skip standard airport queues.

Private Boat Tour with Snorkeling, Island Hopping, and Noahs Ark

Turtle & Shark Scuba Dive in Lahaina: Certified
This certified-diver-only scuba excursion off Lahaina's coast puts you in the water with Hawaiian green sea turtles and white-tip reef sharks in their natural habitat. The two-hour dive operates year-round in bathwater-warm conditions with exceptional visibility. You'll dive in small groups led by experienced instructors, with all equipment provided. Certification card required at check-in.
