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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349 tours
Coral Island Private Boat Tour
★ 5.0 (57)
🐠 Water Activities
Phuket · Thailand

Coral Island Private Boat Tour

4 hours – 8 hoursfrom USD $661
3-Day Freediving Level 1 Course
★ 5.0 (55)
🐠 Water Activities
Bali · Indonesia

3-Day Freediving Level 1 Course

3 daysfrom USD $450
Guided Padi Discover Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers
★ 5.0 (54)
🐠 Water Activities
Aruba · Aruba

Guided Padi Discover Scuba Diving for Non-Certified Divers

2h 30mfrom USD $120
Small group Turtle Snorkel (18 people max): Sightings Guaranteed
★ 5.0 (54)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Oahu · USA

Small group Turtle Snorkel (18 people max): Sightings Guaranteed

2 hoursfrom USD $85
Roatan Reef snorkeling and tour.
★ 5.0 (52)
🐠 Water Activities
Roatan · Honduras

Roatan Reef snorkeling and tour.

4 hoursfrom USD $75
Private Half-Day Charter to Stingray City, Starfish Point and Snorkeling Tour
★ 5.0 (52)
🐠 Water Activities
Cayman Islands

Private Half-Day Charter to Stingray City, Starfish Point and Snorkeling Tour

This private half-day boat charter takes you to three of Grand Cayman's top marine destinations in 3.5 hours. Your guide captains a dedicated vessel to Stingray City, where you wade among southern stingrays in their natural habitat, then moves to Starfish Point to observe sea stars on the shallow seafloor. The tour concludes with a snorkeling session at a reef site where tropical fish school around coral formations. Routes are flexible—if you've done these stops before, request alternatives at booking and the operator adjusts the itinerary.

3h 30mfrom USD $750
Southern Tour, Snorkeling and relaxing, All-Inclusive Beach Villa
★ 5.0 (51)
🐠 Water Activities
Bonaire · Bonaire

Southern Tour, Snorkeling and relaxing, All-Inclusive Beach Villa

6 hoursfrom USD $150
Cebu: Scuba Diving Experience beach entry in Mactan
★ 5.0 (51)
🐠 Water Activities
Cebu · Philippines

Cebu: Scuba Diving Experience beach entry in Mactan

2 hoursfrom USD $45
Discover Scuba Diving in Cozumel
★ 5.0 (49)
🐠 Water Activities
Mexico

Discover Scuba Diving in Cozumel

Get certified or refresh your skills with a 2.5-hour scuba introduction led by Cozumel natives who prioritize personalized instruction over crowded groups. You'll use full equipment and work with a maximum of four divers per instructor, ensuring hands-on guidance throughout your descent. This family-run operation won't cancel if you're booking solo—you'll still get a dedicated instructor and the chance to experience that unmistakable moment when breathing underwater clicks into place.

2h 30mfrom USD $100
PADI Open Water Diver Course Hurghada – English & German &French
★ 5.0 (47)
🐠 Water Activities
Egypt

PADI Open Water Diver Course Hurghada – English & German &French

Earn your PADI Open Water certification in three days on the Red Sea near Hurghada. This beginner course runs in small groups with a multilingual instructor who teaches theory, confined-water drills, and open-water dives at a measured pace. You'll gain the skills and confidence to dive independently to 18 meters worldwide, with all gear, meals, and hotel transport included.

3 daysfrom USD $466
Half Day Tour lagoon discovery marine fauna flora small group
★ 5.0 (47)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Moorea · French Polynesia

Half Day Tour lagoon discovery marine fauna flora small group

4 hoursfrom USD $163
Private snorkeling with 23ft Sea Ray in San Miguel de Cozumel
★ 5.0 (47)
🐠 Water Activities
Mexico

Private snorkeling with 23ft Sea Ray in San Miguel de Cozumel

This five-hour private charter takes you out on a 23-foot Sea Ray to Cozumel's best snorkeling spots. You'll have the boat and crew to yourself, with full access to the Caribbean's clearest reefs. Meals and drinks are prepared fresh on board, and all snorkeling gear is provided. It's a straightforward way to see what lies beneath without fighting crowds.

5 hoursfrom USD $765
Boat Tours to Stingray City North Sound and Grand Cayman
★ 5.0 (47)
🐠 Water Activities
Cayman Islands

Boat Tours to Stingray City North Sound and Grand Cayman

Explore Grand Cayman's marine landmarks aboard a private 31-foot vessel captained by a certified professional. This flexible tour (2–8 hours) visits Stingray City North Sound, coral reefs, Starfish Point, and Bio Bay, with routes customized to match your group's pace and interests. The air-conditioned boat includes snorkeling gear, fresh water, and onboard facilities, making extended time on the water comfortable whether you're a couple seeking tranquility or a family ready for active exploration.

2 hours – 8 hoursfrom USD $850
Private Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Snorkeling
★ 5.0 (46)
🐠 Water Activities
Big Island of Hawaii · USA

Private Kealakekua Bay Captain Cook Snorkeling

3h 30mfrom USD $1541
Guided Shore Dive for Certified Divers with Scubaçao (1 tank)
★ 5.0 (46)
🐠 Water Activities
Curacao · Curacao

Guided Shore Dive for Certified Divers with Scubaçao (1 tank)

3 hoursfrom USD $120
Private Dinner Cruise On Vip Yacht Sharm El Sheikh
★ 5.0 (45)
🐠 Water Activities
Egypt

Private Dinner Cruise On Vip Yacht Sharm El Sheikh

Spend an evening aboard a private yacht anchored in Sharm El Sheikh's Red Sea waters, where your group enjoys a seafood dinner with live music and decorated table settings. This 4.5-hour cruise departs with hotel pickup and returns you afterward, making it ideal for marking birthdays, anniversaries, or romantic getaways without the crowds of group tours.

4h 30mfrom USD $450
Day Sailing Adventure in the Florida Marine Sanctuary
★ 5.0 (45)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Day Sailing Adventure in the Florida Marine Sanctuary

3 hoursfrom USD $120
Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkel | Small Group Experience
★ 5.0 (45)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Big Island of Hawaii · USA

Kona Night Manta Ray Snorkel | Small Group Experience

2 hoursfrom USD $150
Full day 7hours- beach bbq, snorkel, Iguana island, half moon bay pine cay, Fun!
★ 5.0 (44)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Turks and Caicos · Turks and Caicos

Full day 7hours- beach bbq, snorkel, Iguana island, half moon bay pine cay, Fun!

7 hoursfrom USD $2800
Bali ATV Quad Bike With Blue Lagoon Snorkeling
★ 5.0 (42)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Bali · Indonesia

Bali ATV Quad Bike With Blue Lagoon Snorkeling

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom USD $84
Half Day Hike at Arikok National Park & Snorkel
★ 5.0 (41)
🐠 Water Activities
Aruba · Aruba

Half Day Hike at Arikok National Park & Snorkel

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom USD $115
Unlimited Guided Snorkeling Tour for Beginners Plus
★ 5.0 (40)
🐠 Water Activities
USA

Unlimited Guided Snorkeling Tour for Beginners Plus

Gabriel's Ohana runs small-group snorkeling trips at Olowalu Reef in Maui where you set the pace—stay in the water 1 hour or 3, whatever suits you. Built for nervous swimmers and first-timers, the guides offer hands-on support, fitted life vests with secure leg straps, and equipment calibrated to keep you afloat and comfortable while exploring the reef. Experienced snorkelers find plenty of territory to cover too.

1 hour – 3 hoursfrom USD $85
Florida Keys Sunset Cruise with Champagne Toast and Seafood
★ 5.0 (39)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Florida Keys Sunset Cruise with Champagne Toast and Seafood

2 hoursfrom USD $65
Cave Kayaking or tubing, Ziplines and Altun Ha V.i.V.
★ 5.0 (39)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Belize

Cave Kayaking or tubing, Ziplines and Altun Ha V.i.V.

This 8.5-hour tour combines three distinct Belizean adventures: exploring the pre-Columbian ruins at Altun Ha, flying through the canopy on ziplines, and paddling or tubing through limestone cave systems. Departing from Belize City, Caye Caulker, San Pedro, or San Ignacio, you'll travel by air-conditioned minivan with a local guide, enjoy a traditional rice-and-beans lunch with stew chicken, and return equipped with all necessary gear. The itinerary balances cultural history, adrenaline, and subterranean exploration in one full day.

8h 30mfrom USD $249
Okinawa: Scuba Diving Tour with Wagyu BBQ Lunch and English guide
★ 5.0 (39)
🐠 Water Activities
Okinawa · Japan

Okinawa: Scuba Diving Tour with Wagyu BBQ Lunch and English guide

7 hoursfrom USD $315
Exclusive Private Sailing Tour in Beautiful Curacao
★ 5.0 (39)
🐠 Water Activities
Curacao · Curacao

Exclusive Private Sailing Tour in Beautiful Curacao

4 hoursfrom USD $299
Half Day Private Sun and Snorkel exploring the Turks and Caicos
★ 5.0 (38)
🐠 Water Activities
Turks and Caicos · Turks and Caicos

Half Day Private Sun and Snorkel exploring the Turks and Caicos

4 hoursfrom USD $1599
Northshore ocean adventure and circle islandJeep Tour- Guaranteed to see turtles
★ 5.0 (38)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Oahu · USA

Northshore ocean adventure and circle islandJeep Tour- Guaranteed to see turtles

8 hours – 10 hoursfrom USD $700
Kayak Adventure in Cancun
★ 5.0 (38)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Cancun · Mexico

Kayak Adventure in Cancun

2 hoursfrom USD $47
Private Stand up Paddle Lesson and Tour (for 1 or more paddlers)
★ 5.0 (37)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Oahu · USA

Private Stand up Paddle Lesson and Tour (for 1 or more paddlers)

2 hoursfrom USD $129
2 Tank Cozumel Reef Boat Dives
★ 5.0 (37)
🐠 Water Activities
Mexico

2 Tank Cozumel Reef Boat Dives

This five-hour boat excursion takes you to Cozumel's premier reef sites for two guided dives among schools of tropical fish, rays, and sharks. The island's coral walls and sandy slopes create diverse habitats—you'll encounter turtles, eagle rays, barracudas, and over 500 fish species alongside intricate sea plants. Scuba gear and a midday meal are included. The experience suits divers of varying experience levels, though medical clearance is required if you have cardiovascular concerns or answer yes to the PADI questionnaire.

5 hoursfrom USD $176
Roatan Night Snorkel Adventure
★ 5.0 (37)
🐠 Water Activities
Roatan · Honduras

Roatan Night Snorkel Adventure

1h 30mfrom USD $55
VIP Speed Boat To Dolphins & Orange Island & Snorkeling –Hurghada
★ 5.0 (36)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Red Sea · Egypt

VIP Speed Boat To Dolphins & Orange Island & Snorkeling –Hurghada

4 hoursfrom USD $65
Private Speedboat Tour From Hurghada
★ 5.0 (35)
🐠 Water Activities
Egypt

Private Speedboat Tour From Hurghada

This 4- to 8-hour private speedboat adventure cuts across the Red Sea's clearest waters, targeting marine life and coral gardens. You'll chase dolphin pods, drop anchor at two separate snorkeling zones teeming with reef fish, and beach on a quiet island for sunbathing and rest. The boat carries snorkeling gear, fresh fruit, water, and soft drinks, making it a self-contained escape from Hurghada's shore.

4 hours – 8 hoursfrom USD $180
Private Airport Transfer to Sandals Royal Resort, Coral Estate.
★ 5.0 (35)
🐠 Water Activities
Curacao · Curacao

Private Airport Transfer to Sandals Royal Resort, Coral Estate.

1 hourfrom USD $270
LUXURY PRIVATE Catamaran Bora Bora : Half-Day Trip
★ 5.0 (34)
🐠 Water Activities
French Polynesia

LUXURY PRIVATE Catamaran Bora Bora : Half-Day Trip

This half-day catamaran excursion takes you across Bora Bora's lagoon aboard a 46-foot performance sailing vessel designed for both speed and comfort. The four-hour outing combines recreational sailing with snorkeling in warm shallow waters, plus drinks and light bites served from a floating bar setup. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, making this an accessible option for couples, families, and groups seeking an afternoon on the water without logistical fuss.

4 hoursfrom USD $1732
Bloo Lagoon Snorkeling East Bali Includes Transportation & Lunch
★ 5.0 (34)
🐠 Water Activities
Bali · Indonesia

Bloo Lagoon Snorkeling East Bali Includes Transportation & Lunch

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom USD $65
Big Game Fishing charter and Snorkeling trips Bonaire
★ 5.0 (34)
🐠 Water Activities
Bonaire · Bonaire

Big Game Fishing charter and Snorkeling trips Bonaire

4 hoursfrom USD $520
Key to the Sea Parasailing- Private Charter
★ 5.0 (34)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Turks and Caicos · Turks and Caicos

Key to the Sea Parasailing- Private Charter

1 hourfrom USD $974
Key West Private 6-Person Sandbar & Snorkeling Charter
★ 5.0 (33)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Key West Private 6-Person Sandbar & Snorkeling Charter

4 hoursfrom USD $749
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