Tours & experiences

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.

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363 tours
Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Snorkeling San Pedro Belize
★ 5.0 (24)
🐠 Water Activities
Belize

Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Snorkeling San Pedro Belize

This 2.5-hour snorkeling tour combines two premier reef sites off San Pedro. You'll start at Hol Chan Marine Reserve, where coral formations shelter sea turtles and tropical fish schools, then head to Shark Ray Alley to swim alongside nurse sharks and stingrays in their natural habitat. Guides lead both segments, covering safety protocols and marine ecology. Snorkeling gear and water are provided.

2h 30mfrom USD $95
Curacao: Private Luxury Boat Tour Half Day
★ 5.0 (24)
🐠 Water Activities
Curacao · Curacao

Curacao: Private Luxury Boat Tour Half Day

4 hoursfrom USD $499
Milky Way, Shark City Island, Beach and Rock Island Tour
★ 5.0 (24)
🐠 Water Activities
Palau

Milky Way, Shark City Island, Beach and Rock Island Tour

This 5-8 hour Palau tour combines snorkeling and kayaking across three distinct zones: the bioluminescent Milky Way shallows, Shark City Island's reef gardens, and pristine rock islands. You'll paddle or dive through turquoise channels, encounter rays and reef fish in their natural habitat, and explore the alien landscape of Jellyfish Lake. Lunch and gear are provided. Minimum three participants required.

5 hours – 8 hoursfrom USD $200
Private Sunset Dinner Cruise in Bonaire w/ Sailing & Snorkeling
★ 5.0 (24)
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Bonaire · Bonaire

Private Sunset Dinner Cruise in Bonaire w/ Sailing & Snorkeling

4h 30mfrom USD $1499
Roatan Private Transfers: Airport, Cruise Port or Hotel
★ 5.0 (24)
🐠 Water Activities
Roatan · Honduras

Roatan Private Transfers: Airport, Cruise Port or Hotel

1 hour – 6 hoursfrom USD $110
Roatan Clear Boat Tour
★ 5.0 (24)
🐠 Water Activities
Roatan · Honduras

Roatan Clear Boat Tour

1h 30mfrom USD $50
Discover Scuba Diving in Cozumel
★ 5.0 (23)
🐠 Water Activities
Mexico

Discover Scuba Diving in Cozumel

Blue Note Scuba Cozumel runs a condensed introduction to scuba diving that lets you experience breathing underwater without committing to full certification. This 2-hour program at their training site is designed for curious divers aged 10 and up with no previous experience required. You'll gear up, learn the fundamentals, and complete one supervised dive to discover what exploring Cozumel's reefs actually feels like before deciding whether to pursue formal training.

2 hoursfrom USD $105
Okinawa West Coast 3-Hour Paddle-boarding adventures
★ 5.0 (23)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Okinawa · Japan

Okinawa West Coast 3-Hour Paddle-boarding adventures

3 hoursfrom USD $85
All-Inclusive Ishigaki Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers
★ 5.0 (23)
🐠 Water Activities
Okinawa · Japan

All-Inclusive Ishigaki Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom USD $120
Two Dives and Class for Begginers Divers in Cancun
★ 5.0 (23)
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Cancun · Mexico

Two Dives and Class for Begginers Divers in Cancun

6 hoursfrom USD $165
PADI Discover Scuba Dive
★ 5.0 (23)
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Curacao · Curacao

PADI Discover Scuba Dive

3 hoursfrom USD $129
Introduction Shore Dive with Scubaçao (2 dives)
★ 5.0 (23)
🐠 Water Activities
Curacao · Curacao

Introduction Shore Dive with Scubaçao (2 dives)

5 hours – 6 hoursfrom USD $190
Private Snorkeling excursion on a Polynesian Outrigger
★ 5.0 (23)
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Moorea · French Polynesia

Private Snorkeling excursion on a Polynesian Outrigger

3 hoursfrom USD $515
Private Boat Island Hopping & Snorkeling in Turks & Caicos 4Hrs
★ 5.0 (23)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Turks and Caicos · Turks and Caicos

Private Boat Island Hopping & Snorkeling in Turks & Caicos 4Hrs

4 hoursfrom USD $1199
North Shore Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson
★ 5.0 (23)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Oahu · USA

North Shore Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson

2 hoursfrom USD $80
7 Hour Private Catamaran Sail, Snorkel and Beach BBQ Grace Bay, Providenciales
★ 5.0 (22)
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Turks and Caicos · Turks and Caicos

7 Hour Private Catamaran Sail, Snorkel and Beach BBQ Grace Bay, Providenciales

7 hoursfrom USD $5320
Snorkeling Tour at the Great Barrier Reef of Belize
★ 5.0 (22)
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Belize

Snorkeling Tour at the Great Barrier Reef of Belize

This 90-minute snorkeling trip shuttles you to one of Belize's premier coral reef sites, where you'll explore vibrant underwater formations and tropical fish. Departures run every 90 minutes throughout the day, so you can slip this into your itinerary without hassle. The tour accommodates beginners and experienced snorkelers alike, with all gear provided and competitive pricing that beats other island operators.

1h 30mfrom USD $60
LUXURY PRIVATE Catamaran Bora Bora : Full-Day Trip
★ 5.0 (22)
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French Polynesia

LUXURY PRIVATE Catamaran Bora Bora : Full-Day Trip

This six-hour private catamaran voyage explores Bora Bora's lagoon aboard a modern sailing yacht with a full bar and shaded deck space. You'll glide across crystalline water, spot tropical fish and marine life, and enjoy drinks while taking in unobstructed views of the island's volcanic peaks and coral gardens. Hotel transport, a trained crew, snacks, and beverages are included, leaving you free to simply watch the scenery shift as the boat moves through the lagoon.

6 hoursfrom USD $2785
Boat Excursion in Florida Keys with Snorkeling Equipment
★ 5.0 (22)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Boat Excursion in Florida Keys with Snorkeling Equipment

4 hoursfrom USD $700
Private Marine Wildlife Adventure with Underwater Photography
★ 5.0 (22)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Moorea · French Polynesia

Private Marine Wildlife Adventure with Underwater Photography

3 hoursfrom USD $950
3 days diving 6 dives
★ 5.0 (22)
🐠 Water Activities
Egypt

3 days diving 6 dives

This three-day diving program takes you to Sharm el-Sheikh's premier reef sites—Tiran Island and Ras Mohamed—with six dives spread across multiple outings. You'll dive in small groups capped at six divers per instructor, traveling by air-conditioned minivan from your hotel. The boat itself offers generous deck space for resting between dives, a shaded salon, and a relaxed pace suited to both discovery and seasoned divers.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom USD $186
North Okinawa: Private Kayak & Snorkel Adventure
★ 5.0 (22)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Okinawa · Japan

North Okinawa: Private Kayak & Snorkel Adventure

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom USD $158
Moorea Coral Planting Eco Tour Restore the Reef
★ 5.0 (22)
🐠 Water Activities
Moorea · French Polynesia

Moorea Coral Planting Eco Tour Restore the Reef

2 hoursfrom USD $80
Private Half Day Dolphins and Snorkeling in Mnemba
★ 5.0 (21)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Zanzibar · Tanzania

Private Half Day Dolphins and Snorkeling in Mnemba

3 hoursfrom USD $115
Breathwork and Ice Bath by the Ocean
★ 5.0 (21)
🐠 Water Activities
Oahu · USA

Breathwork and Ice Bath by the Ocean

1 hourfrom USD $39
''Coral Coast Adventure: Biausevu Waterfall & Natadola Beach !''
★ 5.0 (20)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Fiji

''Coral Coast Adventure: Biausevu Waterfall & Natadola Beach !''

This eight-hour tour combines cultural immersion with tropical scenery across Fiji's Coral Coast. Start with a village visit and traditional kava ceremony, tour a local school, then hike through rainforest to Biausevu Waterfall. Lunch follows at Bravi Handicraft & Cafe before heading to Natadola Beach, known for its wide golden sand and calm waters. Round-trip transport and meals are included; horse riding at the waterfall is optional and paid separately.

8 hoursfrom USD $171
Romantic Dive for beginners in Bora Bora (2 people) with Video
★ 5.0 (20)
🐠 Water Activities
French Polynesia

Romantic Dive for beginners in Bora Bora (2 people) with Video

Start your diving journey in Bora Bora with a two-hour beginner dive designed for couples. A certified instructor walks you through every step before you descend to explore vibrant reef fish and coral gardens. A videographer documents your dive both above and below the waterline, capturing your first underwater moments. You'll surface with a black pearl memento and a personalized video—tangible records of discovering the lagoon's quieter side.

2 hoursfrom USD $469
Snorkeling and Swimming at Orange Bay Island
★ 5.0 (20)
🐠 Water Activities
Hurghada · Egypt

Snorkeling and Swimming at Orange Bay Island

8 hoursfrom USD $35
Luxury Yacht in Paradise and snorkel by Isla Mujeres
★ 5.0 (20)
🐠 Water Activities
Cancun · Mexico

Luxury Yacht in Paradise and snorkel by Isla Mujeres

1 hour – 6 hoursfrom USD $293
Kohola Whale Watching Excursion
★ 5.0 (20)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Big Island of Hawaii · USA

Kohola Whale Watching Excursion

3 hoursfrom USD $160
The great snorkeling adventure at the Riviera Maya private tour
★ 5.0 (20)
🐠 Water Activities
Cancun · Mexico

The great snorkeling adventure at the Riviera Maya private tour

7h 30mfrom USD $510
Private Sky Snorkeling Tour
★ 5.0 (20)
🐠 Water Activities
Mexico

Private Sky Snorkeling Tour

This 4.5-hour private snorkeling expedition takes you to three premier reef systems off Cozumel's coast: Palancar, Arrecife Colombia, and a sea turtle sanctuary. Certified guides lead small groups to coral formations teeming with tropical fish and marine life. The boat includes snorkeling gear, refreshments, and a lunch of ceviche with fresh sides. Adults only; you'll need your own transport to Marina Caleta.

4h 30mfrom USD $436
Build Your Private Charter: Reef Fishing, Snorkel, Stingrays
★ 5.0 (19)
🐠 Water Activities
Cayman Islands

Build Your Private Charter: Reef Fishing, Snorkel, Stingrays

Charter a private boat for 2 to 5 hours in the Cayman Islands and design your own reef adventure. Fish the shallow flats, drop anchor at coral gardens for snorkeling, or wade through stingray-filled shallows—your captain adjusts the itinerary based on conditions and your interests. Local guides steer you toward productive fishing grounds and lesser-known snorkel sites while keeping the operation low-impact on the marine ecosystem.

2 hours – 5 hoursfrom USD $700
Exclusive Private Sunset Dhow Sailing Tour in North Zanzibar
★ 5.0 (19)
🐠 Water Activities
Zanzibar · Tanzania

Exclusive Private Sunset Dhow Sailing Tour in North Zanzibar

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom USD $110
Reef Discovery Luxury Private Snorkeling Lagoon Tour
★ 5.0 (19)
🐠 Water Activities
French Polynesia

Reef Discovery Luxury Private Snorkeling Lagoon Tour

Explore Bora Bora's lagoon aboard a private boat tailored to your group's pace and preferences. Your naturalist guide adjusts the route based on conditions, your interests, and energy levels throughout the 3.5-hour excursion. Whether you're celebrating a milestone, traveling with family, or exploring with friends, you'll receive personalized attention from the crew while snorkeling pristine reef systems and spotting tropical marine life.

3h 30mfrom USD $899
Great Blue Hole and Lighthouse Reef Atoll Snorkel Adventure
★ 5.0 (18)
🐠 Water Activities
Belize · Belize

Great Blue Hole and Lighthouse Reef Atoll Snorkel Adventure

12 hoursfrom USD $250
Isla Mujeres Rush : Catamaran Snorkeling and BUFFET in Beach Club
★ 5.0 (18)
🐠 Water Activities
Cancun · Mexico

Isla Mujeres Rush : Catamaran Snorkeling and BUFFET in Beach Club

8 hoursfrom USD $90
Private Boat Tour of Flagler's Famous Bridges from Big Pine Key
★ 5.0 (18)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Private Boat Tour of Flagler's Famous Bridges from Big Pine Key

1 hourfrom USD $400
Private Luxury Catamaran Tour to Stingray City and Snorkel
★ 5.0 (18)
🐠 Water Activities
Cayman Islands

Private Luxury Catamaran Tour to Stingray City and Snorkel

This four-hour private catamaran charter explores Grand Cayman's North Sound aboard a 39-foot luxury vessel accommodating up to 15 guests. You'll navigate three distinct stops: the barrier reef's densest coral formation for snorkeling, Stingray City's shallow sandbar to observe Southern stingrays in their habitat, and Starfish Point to encounter red cushion sea stars. The crew customizes your route to avoid crowded tour zones, with snorkel gear and safety equipment supplied. End at a beachside restaurant for refreshments overlooking turquoise water.

4 hoursfrom USD $2250
Sabre Sunset Cruise with BBQ Dinner & Drinks
★ 5.0 (18)
🐠 Water Activities
Fiji

Sabre Sunset Cruise with BBQ Dinner & Drinks

Sail the Mamanuca Islands aboard the 78-foot catamaran Sabre for a 2 hour 15 minute sunset cruise departing from Port Denarau, Fiji. The evening centers on watching the sky shift colors over Nadi Bay while a chef-prepared BBQ dinner and open bar—soft drinks, local beer, house wine, and arrival champagne—keep you fed and content. The crew keeps things relaxed with live music. Round-trip coach transfers from Nadi, Denarau, Vuda, and Wailoaloa hotels are included.

2h 15mfrom USD $84
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