Cozumel

Private Jeep Excursion in Cozumel with Lunch and Snorkeling

Badge of ExcellenceCozumel, Mexico
  • 5 to 6 hours
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Discover the jungle and beaches of Cozumel with just your family and friends on this private self-operated Jeep tour. Follow your guide from a separate vehicle and drive into a national park to learn about the local geology and Maya history. Continue to white-sand beaches for snorkeling and enjoy a delicious lunch. Leave the routine tours behind and design your own itinerary to include activities that suit your interests.
  • Drive a Jeep into the Maya jungle and learn about its flora and fauna
  • Snorkel and enjoy a beachside lunch at a beach club
  • Create your own itinerary with the help of a knowledgeable guide
  • A private tour means a personalized experience

What's Included

  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Local guide
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Use of Snorkeling equipment
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks at restaurant

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

MEETING INSTRUCTIONS: For this Cozumel Custom Private Jeep and Snorkel Excursion with Lunch your meeting point will be the following, depending on your cruise terminal: If your ship arrives at Punta Langosta Cruise Terminal: Please meet your guide just outside Hooter's Restaurant at the Punta Langosta Mall. If your ship arrives at the International Pier SSA: Exit your terminal and cross the street. Turn right on the sidewalk, your guide will be waiting for you at the Mayan Pyramid By Mayan Plaza. If your ship arrives at Puerta Maya Cruise Terminal: Please exit your cruise terminal and walk out to the street. turn left on the sidewalk and keep walking approximately 1/2 block use the crosswalk and meet your guide At The Mayan Pyramid at Mayan Plaza (in front of Puerta Maya cruise ship terminal). For guests staying in a Hotel, your shore excursion guide will pick you up right outside of your resort security booth. For guests coming from Playa Del Carmen by Ferry we pick them up at the end of the ferry pier beside the birds Monument.

What To Expect

Punta Sur Eco Beach Park

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

El Mirador

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Chankanaab Reef

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

Papito's Beach Club & Restaurant Bar Cozumel

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

San Gervasio Mayan Archaeological Site

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

Mercado Municipal

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

El Cedral

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

Mr Sanchos Beach Club Cozumel

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please know that booking with 2 or 3 pax tour guide goes in the the jeep with guest for personal and interactive experience
  • Please know that guests must drive the vehicle outside of town (approximately 10 minutes)
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age to drive is 18 years
  • Minimum age to drink alcohol is 18 years
  • Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • It is recommended that you bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and sunglasses
  • A valid driver's license is required for anyone wishing to drive the Jeep
  • Jeeps are Manual transmission (Automatic only by request)
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Reviews

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As good as we could have hoped. Jerry is the MAN!!!!
Kevin_D, Apr 2024
First things first. Gerardo (Jerry) our guide was incredible. He made the excursion a huge success. Super props to Jerry!!! 10 out of 10 stars!! Booking was easy and instructions were clear and easy to follow. We went from the port to the Meeting place without issue. It took 5 minutes to get there. Jerry was there early waiting for us when we arrived a bit early. He was very friendly and helpful right from the start. He asked what things we wanted to see and do on our excursion. We had an idea of what we wanted to do, but asked for his advice. He was very helpful and honest about our options. We chose to visit some Mayan sites, some beaches and to snorkle for a short time. We (4 of us) got into a nice jeep with Jerry driving. I was concerned with this initially because I was led to believe that we would have our own jeep. I also thought that we might be crowded. I am so happy that it ended up being this way. Being in the same vehicle with Jerry and getting to listen to his wealth of knowledge was awesome. We would have missed out on so much had we been in a different vehicle. Jerry took us to some amazing Mayan sites. The best part about these sites was Jerry's passion, excitement and knowledge. He shared tons of details, personal experiences and facts about everything that we saw. Jerry explained Mayan culture and how the impact of that Culture is still visible in Cozumel and other areas of Mexico to this day. We spent hours visiting different sites hearing the details and history of these sites and the associated culture of the Mayan people. This was the highlight of the excursion. We also visited the highest point on Cozumel with great views, had a delicious lunch and did some snorkeling near the resort where we had lunch. This was an amazing 5.5 hours and was worth every penny. On the excursion were my wife and I (Late 50's) and my daughter and son in law (mid 20's) We were all equally impressed with Jerry and the excursion as a whole. We would do it again in a heart beat. If you do this excursion, which we highly recommend, ask for Jerry!!!
Huge Disappointment
Annette_W, Apr 2024
Pick up time was 9am and at 10:30 we were able to have a security guard assist us in finding our tour company. Company was finally contacted ( no numbers on the app were being answered) tour company was able to send a employee of another company at 11:30 to lead us (3 couples) to our jeeps. We had 3 reservations and were supposed to have 3 vehicles and tour the island. We were given 2 jeeps and one was driven by the tour operator. We were supposed to have water and beer provided. We had none. After an hour drive to the gulf side of the island (which is stunning) we stopped for a photo opp and swim if we wanted. We really just wanted something to drink (we had been waiting since 9am and it's now 12:30 and we were extremely thirsty and hungry) we asked to be driven to our food spot which was another 30 min drive. Our guide (from another company) tried his best to deal with 6 grumpy hot adults. After a good lunch and drinks we were feeling better and went and snorkled and did a tequila tasting. We were done so we drove back to the meeting spot. We appreciated the young guide doing his best to salvage a situation not of his doing. What we do not appreciate is XERO apology from the original tour company and nothing from Viator. 2 1/2 hours shorted, nothing to drink (it was hot) and paid for 3 vehicles and got 2.
Awesome day
Trimaine_A, Mar 2024
To be clear this is a private trip that will include a driver for you and your booked guest only. I booked for myself and 2 kids, so 4 of us total in a jeep. It is what you make of it. The ocean was a bit rough so we didn’t snorkel and Julio was amazing and made the trip customizable. We asked to stop and get some fruit from the street vendors and so he did. I recommend looking up a few places close to your port that you would like to see. Overall the trip was great. Julio was knowledgeable and the food was delicious.
A great day on Cozumel with Julio
Robert_L, Mar 2024
We had great fun on our day trip to Cozumel with our guide Julio Cesar. We met Julio near the ferry and he asked how we'd like to spend the day. We said we birdwatch, enjoy hiking and are looking forward to snorkeling. Julio planned the day around that. We hopped in his jeep and went to Buena Vista ranch and from there he took us on a hike to see some Maya ruins, several caves and to some good birding spots. He was knowledgeable and patient and always answered all our questions. After the hike we had a drive by the ocean, then lunch near the snorkel shop. We snorkeled for an hour and saw many wonderful fish. I was worried we might be overrun by cruise ship day-trippers but we were not. The were only a few others in the water with us. We were dropped off back at the ferry. Julio also offered some good recommendations for dinner on Cozumel. We ate overlooking the sunset then caught the ferry back to the mainland.
A Great Experience!
Parresh_M, Mar 2024
Bibi was a wonderful tour guide! She was informative, flexible and took us to places known only to locals. A great experience!
Great Experience!
Melissa_C, Mar 2024
This was a great experience. Our guide was Jonathan, and he was wonderful, engaging, and knowledgeable. We were able to customize our experiences, and chose the Mayan Ruins, ATV through the jungle, and Jade caverns. These excursions did cost extra. The lunch was nothing to write home about, but it wasn’t horrible. As other reviewers have said, make sure to bring plenty of cash.
I selected hotel pick-up...
sonya_m, Mar 2024
I selected hotel pick-up and I had to get there by myself the nect morning when I got a call. Also I asked for french speeking guide and didnt had. Once I got the Cozumel, I waited 45 minutes to get pick-up in a rundown Jeep. If I had known, I would have cancelled it. The guide was nice and wanted to please us.
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Theres always two side of the story now my side: You booked a tour that its place in cozumel and your hotel its in riviera maya how can we pick you up if its not our location. You know that cozumel its an island and to get to you we have to cross the sea of course we cant!! we only do pick ups in hotels in the island not in mainland. even we gave pick you up at the ferry terminal that comes from playa del carmen , and i even called you and give you the option to cancelled with full refund as per the french guide has health issues and the jeep its in great condition its a 2 door open jeep like how a jeep supposed to be in an island. so im sorry for your miss understanding and please call us first and we can work something out
Great tour with best guide!
Zebra_W, Mar 2024
Great tour of the island with various interesting locations. Gerry, our guide was very knowledgeable about all of the places he took us. He knew his stuff. The Cedral Caverns were the highlight of the day. Our lunch at the snorkel stop was super good. Enjoyed the entire day! Recommended for sure!
Not as described
Donna_B, Mar 2024
Carlos was a good guide. Food at lunch was good. Tequila tasting informative We did not get what was advertised. Certainly not worth money paid
Private Cozumel Jeep Tour with Snorkeling
Mark_I, Feb 2024
Jonathan was an excellent guide. Pretty much did whatever we wanted to during the day. Snorkeling on the west side of the island was wonderful. Highly recommend this excursion.
Not as advertised
Reginald_J, Feb 2024
Hello, we would like to share our review of the jeep excursion that we took yesterday, February 10. I think the first thing is that to get to the location to meet the driver was not the easiest to decipher but we did make it there and the driver waited for us. This review is not necessarily about the driver, but it is about the overall experience of the excursion. The first thing is that the vehicle that was not only horrible and not something we would choose to pay to ride in, but it was in terrible shape as well. The seats were broken to the point where I had to squeeze past the passenger seat to get to the backseat, which ended up continually being painful for me as a female. My husband could not sit in the back and trade with me because if I couldn’t get through it, he was not going to get through it. I am an average size woman, but I would feel even more terrible for any female trying to get into that backseat that is not built like a child. Secondly, the vehicle had seatbelts that did not work the interior was extremely dirty and extremely uncomfortable. The driver did his best to try to give us history of Cozumel, but who could hear him for the massive amount of wind that was going through the car. He had no headset to make sure that everyone in the car could hear what he was saying, so I basically was lost as far as receiving information for the entire trip. Additionally, you could tell that the driver was uncomfortable placing us in a vehicle, because what was advertised was a four-door Jeep that looked newer, looked more comfortable, and had options as it relates to how much air we wanted flowing through the vehicle. This trip cost us a lot more than just money and we want you to consider Giving us a full refund. The place where we went to eat was also not as described it was OK the food was just OK but the beach was not a beach at all. It was a rocky area that had nowhere if anyone wanted to just lounge in the sand. Nothing that this company advertise was what it was supposed to be, and we feel that our money was basically stolen. I also have pictures to back up what I’m saying about the cleanliness of the jeep and the unsafe nature of not being able to put on a seatbelt. I will be posting this on mini sites just to make sure that no one else has to go through this. I will also reach out to friends and family who either run or have contacts within the travel agency world to also let them know not to get deceived by this company. The tour guide Julio was great however.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hello Reginald, The jeep its in great condition for 2 guests the jeep its a yellow 2 door if you guys were 4 guests of course we will give you a 4 door as its more comfortable but all the 4 doors that day were busy and we never thought it was hard for you to get in and out and remember you booked for a jeep tour and the jeeps are rough normally even the four doors are not that comfortable theyre are jeeps, About the beach area its actually for snorkeling if you wanted a beach area we could have stop at the other side of the island that theres beaches everywhere the restaurant stop its for your lunch and snorkel of course have to be in a coraly area( not rocky) its coral that where the reef is so you can enjoy the snorkel. we dont deceive anything the tour its private and the great thing about this tour you can pick and do whatever you want. as my opinion the only real complaint its more about the jeep and you trying to get a free tour. what we will do we will take it to management and see what we can do for you.
Would Do This Again
Karen_L, Jan 2024
Bibi, our guide, was amazing. She gave us options, we chose two and had a blast. She is very knowledgeable, fun, and funny.
Great experience
Imad_A, Jan 2024
Great way to see this gorgeous island our guide Aly was very friendly and helpful and an excellent driver, the view from Punta Sur lighthouse was amazing
Enjoyed the tour
Justin_V, Dec 2023
It ended up being a private van tour instead of a jeep tour, but in the end was probably better than being jammed into a jeep with no A/C. Our guide, Goku, was very knowledgeable of the area, super friendly, and he took great care of us. We really enjoyed the relaxing ride around Cozumel and seeing the different sights.
Nice staff but Photos are not accurate
Ayden_R, Nov 2023
Although the staff was nice for the most part and helpful , the photos did not match the type of jeep we entered.In fact none of the pictures matched our actual experience, it was uncomfortable and we felt rushed by the tour guide to wrap things up.
Never showed up or called
Scott_C, Nov 2023
Booked a private tour with pickup at the hotel. No one showed or called. When I was finally able to track someone down they said the jeep for us was in the shop. Unbelievable they never bothered to call or try to make other arrangements. We ended up renting a jeep and traveling the island ourselves.
Response from Host, Nov 2023
Hello as i did explained you we were going to get you but the jeep got a flat tire, on the way we had to changed it and we called but was no answer, im sorry for that issue with the jeep and of course we refund you all back as per was a jeep problem
Fun day on the island
Karen_B, Nov 2023
We had a fantastic day exploring the island with our tour guide Miguel. Stopping at “Welcome to Miami” for the best mojitos we have ever had was a great refreshing break in between activities. I definitely recommend this experience.
Cozumel jeep adventure
Alfredo_V, Nov 2023
The tour was amazing. Carlos (the tour guide) made it a great trip!!! We had enough time to look all the beautiful views of Cozumel, try a mojito ,go snorkeling, and a very good lunch at the beach resort. I will recommend this trip to anyone!!! is worthy!!!
Best driver!
Kylie_S, Aug 2023
Arturo was absolutely amazing. He took us to such a beautiful locations and recommended great places to eat in things to see. We absolutely loved our driver Miguel.
Great experience!
Sarah_R, Aug 2023
We loved the tour of the island and off-roading in the jungle! Visiting beautiful places off the beaten path was an incredible experience.
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