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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351 tours
Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga
★ 5.0 (691)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Rarotonga · Cook Islands

Eco Friendly Sea Scooter Turtle Tour in Rarotonga

1h 30mfrom USD $107
5 Hour Molokini Snorkel & Turtle Tour in Maui
★ 5.0 (214)
🐠 Water Activities
USA

5 Hour Molokini Snorkel & Turtle Tour in Maui

This five-hour Maui snorkeling excursion takes you to Molokini Crater and surrounding reefs aboard the No Ka Oi, a hybrid boat designed for both performance and stability. The crew—ocean enthusiasts passionate about marine life—keeps groups intentionally small so they can offer personalized attention both in the water and onboard. You'll encounter sea turtles, explore coral ecosystems, and return with a solid understanding of what lies beneath Maui's surface. The outfit has been running these trips since 2010 and brings a family-business ethos to every outing.

5 hoursfrom USD $189
Half day Eco Snorkeling small group Tour in Bora Bora
★ 5.0 (110)
🐠 Water Activities
French Polynesia

Half day Eco Snorkeling small group Tour in Bora Bora

This 3-hour small-group snorkeling trip takes you into Bora Bora's lagoon to explore shallow reefs teeming with tropical fish and coral formations. Your guide briefs you on technique and safety before you enter the water, then points out the best viewing spots while you swim at your own pace. The calm, transparent conditions make this ideal for spotting rays, schools of trevally, and reef dwellers without needing advanced skills.

3 hoursfrom USD $134
Scuba Diving Adventure WITHOUT CERTIFICATION! Try it today!
★ 5.0 (71)
🐠 Water Activities
Riviera Maya · Mexico

Scuba Diving Adventure WITHOUT CERTIFICATION! Try it today!

6 hoursfrom USD $172
30 minute Reef Scenic Flight
★ 5.0 (68)
🐠 Water Activities
Cairns & the Great Barrier Reef · Australia

30 minute Reef Scenic Flight

30 minfrom USD $328
Sandbank Snorkeling and Sunset Cruise
★ 5.0 (53)
🐠 Water Activities
Maldives

Sandbank Snorkeling and Sunset Cruise

This four-hour Maldives excursion combines underwater exploration at two reef sites with downtime on a pristine sandbank, ending as dolphins breach during sunset. You'll navigate calm lagoon waters with a trained guide, spot reef fish and coral formations, and have space to swim, sunbathe, or simply breathe in the island quiet. The boat crew follows World Travel & Tourism Council safety protocols, and all snorkeling gear is provided—though bringing your own mask reduces fit issues and discomfort.

4 hoursfrom USD $165
Snorkeling in Miyakojima- Fluent English! Small group!
★ 5.0 (52)
🐠 Water Activities
Okinawa · Japan

Snorkeling in Miyakojima- Fluent English! Small group!

2 hoursfrom USD $41
Waikiki Sunset Boat Cruise
★ 5.0 (45)
🐠 Water Activities
Oahu · USA

Waikiki Sunset Boat Cruise

1h 30mfrom USD $49
Build Your Private Charter: Snorkel, Stingrays, or Bio
★ 5.0 (42)
🐠 Water Activities
Cayman Islands

Build Your Private Charter: Snorkel, Stingrays, or Bio

Charter a private boat with up to seven others to explore the Cayman Islands' underwater world on your terms. Choose your own adventure: drift above stingray colonies, hunt for coral gardens, or pursue bioluminescent creatures depending on the season and your crew's interests. Your captain—a longtime island resident—steers toward lesser-known reefs and drop-offs that package tours miss. The full experience runs 2 to 4 hours, shaped entirely by what excites your group.

2 hours – 4 hoursfrom USD $500
Aruba 2-Tank guided Dive for certified divers / own equipment
★ 5.0 (41)
🐠 Water Activities
Aruba · Aruba

Aruba 2-Tank guided Dive for certified divers / own equipment

4 hoursfrom USD $109
Fiji’s Ultimate Snorkelling Trip - Ride & Slide
★ 5.0 (145)
🐠 Water Activities
Fiji

Fiji’s Ultimate Snorkelling Trip - Ride & Slide

This 4.5-hour catamaran adventure departs from Port Denarau and speeds through Fiji's Mamanuca Islands with multiple reef stops. The centerpiece is a rooftop inflatable slide that launches you directly into the water—a memorable entry point to explore coral gardens and tropical fish. Between snorkel sessions, paddle out on boards or relax on South Sea Cay's private beach. Gear, drinks, and a light meal are included.

4h 30mfrom USD $107
Jade Caverns and Mayan Village, lunch, snorkel Cozumel ATV Tour
★ 5.0 (63)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Cozumel · Mexico

Jade Caverns and Mayan Village, lunch, snorkel Cozumel ATV Tour

5 hoursfrom USD $79
Florida Keys Tiki Boat Tour Adventure
★ 5.0 (39)
🐠 Water Activities
Key West & the Florida Keys · USA

Florida Keys Tiki Boat Tour Adventure

2 hoursfrom USD $85
Early Morning Private Speedboat Tour to Komodo National Park
★ 5.0 (31)
🐠 Water Activities
Komodo · Indonesia

Early Morning Private Speedboat Tour to Komodo National Park

10h 30mfrom USD $500
Exclusive private full-day Dhow sail & snorkel Mnemba sandbank
★ 5.0 (30)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Zanzibar · Tanzania

Exclusive private full-day Dhow sail & snorkel Mnemba sandbank

9 hoursfrom USD $180
1 Hour Mangrove Kayak Tour
★ 5.0 (28)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Bonaire · Bonaire

1 Hour Mangrove Kayak Tour

1h 30mfrom USD $40
Early Morning Group Speedboat Tour to Komodo National Park
★ 5.0 (411)
🐠 Water Activities
Komodo · Indonesia

Early Morning Group Speedboat Tour to Komodo National Park

10h 30mfrom USD $129
2 Hour Big Island Reef Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Tour
★ 5.0 (19)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Big Island of Hawaii · USA

2 Hour Big Island Reef Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Tour

2 hoursfrom USD $88
Zanzibar: Amazing white sandbank & snorkeling with BBQ Lunch
★ 5.0 (19)
🐠 Water Activities
Zanzibar · Tanzania

Zanzibar: Amazing white sandbank & snorkeling with BBQ Lunch

4 hours – 6 hoursfrom USD $55
Half Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour
★ 4.9 (404)
🐠 Water Activities
Cairns & the Great Barrier Reef · Australia

Half Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour

5 hoursfrom USD $148
40 minute Reef Scenic Flight
★ 4.9 (84)
🐠 Water Activities
Cairns & the Great Barrier Reef · Australia

40 minute Reef Scenic Flight

40 minfrom USD $413
Private Speedboat to 2 Islands, Dolphin & Snorkeling_ Hurghada
★ 4.9 (67)
🐠 Water Activities
Egypt

Private Speedboat to 2 Islands, Dolphin & Snorkeling_ Hurghada

This 4-hour Red Sea speedboat trip takes you to two islands off Hurghada—Orange Bay and Abo Minqar sandbank—with stops for snorkeling and dolphin encounters. You'll cruise turquoise waters, explore coral reefs teeming with fish, and potentially swim with dolphins in open water. The boat provides shaded seating, snorkeling gear, and refreshments. Hotel pickups are included from central Hurghada, though some outlying resorts charge extra.

4 hoursfrom USD $60
Miyako Two Activities in Half Day SUP and Sea Turtle Snorkeling
★ 4.9 (16)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Okinawa · Japan

Miyako Two Activities in Half Day SUP and Sea Turtle Snorkeling

3 hoursfrom USD $72
100%PRIVATE Speedboat Trip– Dolphin House,Snorkeling,White island
★ 4.9 (90)
🐠 Water Activities
Egypt

100%PRIVATE Speedboat Trip– Dolphin House,Snorkeling,White island

Book a private speedboat for up to 8 people and explore the Red Sea your way. This four-hour excursion takes you dolphin-spotting in open water, then to vibrant coral reefs for snorkeling and a break on white-sand islands. Your own captain and guide steer the itinerary—no group departures, no rigid schedules. Hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, fresh fruit, and freshwater rinse showers are all built in. The multilingual crew (English, Polish, German) handles every detail so you focus on the water.

4 hoursfrom USD $52
3 Fun Dives in Racha Yai and Racha Noi for Certified Divers
★ 4.9 (15)
🐠 Water Activities
Phuket · Thailand

3 Fun Dives in Racha Yai and Racha Noi for Certified Divers

9 hoursfrom USD $147
40-Minute Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight from Cairns
★ 4.9 (874)
🐠 Water Activities
Cairns & the Great Barrier Reef · Australia

40-Minute Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight from Cairns

40 minfrom USD $176
El Cielo Cozumel Snorkel Private Tour Big Group + Food Drinks
★ 4.9 (22)
🐠 Water Activities
Mexico

El Cielo Cozumel Snorkel Private Tour Big Group + Food Drinks

A private three-hour snorkel trip around Cozumel's premier reefs—El Cielo, El Cielito, Palancar, and Colombia—all within the protected Coral Reefs National Marine Park. Your group of up to 11 travels on a dedicated boat with a bilingual crew, gear, and flotation vests included. After exploring multiple dive sites, head to San Francisco Beach for ceviche, guacamole, fresh fruit, and cold drinks served aboard. The operator brings 27 years of local experience.

3 hoursfrom USD $650
''Coral Coast Adventure: Biausevu Waterfall & Natadola Beach !''
★ 4.9 (21)
🚌 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
Great Barrier Reef Luxury Expedition Cruise cabin booking 7 days 6 night
★ 4.9 (10)
🐠 Water Activities
The Whitsundays · Australia

Great Barrier Reef Luxury Expedition Cruise cabin booking 7 days 6 night

7 daysfrom USD $3538
3 Point Snorkeling Safari
★ 4.9 (75)
🐠 Water Activities
Maldives

3 Point Snorkeling Safari

This 3-hour snorkeling tour departs from Hulhumale or Male and visits three reef sites across the Maldives, where reef sharks, sea turtles, eagle rays, and stingrays patrol vibrant coral gardens. Your certified guide serves as both spotter and safety net, helping you navigate the underwater landscape while pointing out details you might miss solo. All gear is provided, though bringing your own mask reduces leak risk and boosts confidence. The outfit prioritizes reef conservation and follows international safety protocols.

3 hoursfrom USD $100
Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling
★ 4.9 (1,907)
🐠 Water Activities
Rarotonga · Cook Islands

Half-Day Muri Lagoon BBQ Lunch Cruise including Snorkeling

4 hoursfrom USD $68
Mnemba Snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphins Trip
★ 4.9 (17)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Zanzibar · Tanzania

Mnemba Snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphins Trip

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom USD $80
Top Komodo Island Shore Tour for passengers of Cruise Ship
★ 4.9 (8)
🐠 Water Activities
Komodo · Indonesia

Top Komodo Island Shore Tour for passengers of Cruise Ship

2 hoursfrom USD $90
Whale watching 6 people half day
★ 4.9 (54)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Moorea · French Polynesia

Whale watching 6 people half day

4 hoursfrom USD $262
Dahab Snorkeling, Colored Canyon & Jeep Safari Tour from Sharm
★ 4.9 (23)
🐠 Water Activities
Sharm el-Sheikh · Egypt

Dahab Snorkeling, Colored Canyon & Jeep Safari Tour from Sharm

6 hoursfrom USD $23
Bora Bora blue lagoon excursion, snorkeling, lunch in heaven
★ 4.9 (22)
🐠 Water Activities
French Polynesia

Bora Bora blue lagoon excursion, snorkeling, lunch in heaven

This 5-hour Bora Bora lagoon tour takes you across the island's shifting turquoise waters aboard a comfortable boat with panoramic views. You'll snorkel in multiple spots teeming with manta rays, blacktip reef sharks, eagle rays, and dense coral gardens packed with tropical fish. The tour wraps with a beachside Polynesian barbecue where you'll eat with your feet in the shallows, sometimes spotting juvenile rays and sharks nearby.

5 hoursfrom USD $200
Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure
★ 4.8 (572)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Rarotonga · Cook Islands

Ariki Adventures: Premium Sea Scooter Turtle Adventure

2 hoursfrom USD $112
Whale Shark Encounter
★ 4.8 (6)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Palawan · Philippines

Whale Shark Encounter

1 dayfrom USD $50
Saint Anne Marine Park Private Boat Tour
★ 4.8 (45)
🐠 Water Activities
Seychelles · Seychelles

Saint Anne Marine Park Private Boat Tour

4 hours – 13 hoursfrom USD $554
Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour
★ 4.8 (197)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Rarotonga · Cook Islands

Private Rarotonga Turtle Tour

2 hoursfrom USD $368
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