Drive Your Own Speedboat Through Mangroves & Snorkel the Reef
Get ready for one of Cancun’s most exciting and popular activities. Drive your own speedboat through the winding mangrove channels of Nichupté Lagoon and snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean Sea.
This adventure combines speed, nature, and marine life in one unforgettable experience.
Drive your own 2-person speedboat through jungle mangroves
Explore the scenic Nichupté Lagoon waterways
Snorkel at Punta Nizuc reef and underwater museum area
Discover tropical fish and coral formations
Guided tour with full safety instructions
Perfect for couples, friends, and adventure seekers
The tour combines a high-speed boat ride with snorkeling in one of the most beautiful reef areas near Cancun.
Duration: Approximately 2 to 2.5 hours
Location: Cancun Hotel Zone (Nichupté Lagoon & Punta Nizuc)
Activity Type: Adventure + Snorkeling
Boat Capacity: 2 per speedboat
Departure Times: Multiple daily departures (morning & afternoon)
This is a half-day activity, making it perfect to combine with other plans during your stay.
Shared speedboat for two people
Bilingual guide (English & Spanish)
Snorkeling equipment and life jacket
Snorkel tube (new and yours to keep)
Bottled water
Safety briefing and supervision
Medical insurance during the activity
The tour provides all essential equipment and guidance, making it accessible even for beginners.
1. Arrival & Check-In
Arrive at the marina and check in approximately 30 minutes before departure.
2. Safety Briefing
Learn how to operate the speedboat and follow safety instructions from your guide.
3. Jungle Speedboat Ride
Drive through the mangrove channels of Nichupté Lagoon:
Follow your guide through scenic waterways
Enjoy the natural surroundings and wildlife
4. Snorkeling Experience
Stop at Punta Nizuc reef to:
Snorkel in clear Caribbean waters
Observe tropical fish and coral
Explore underwater sculptures (subject to conditions)
5. Return to Marina
Head back through the lagoon to complete your adventure.
The snorkeling portion typically lasts around 30–40 minutes depending on conditions.
DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTIVITY
Our starting point is located opposite the JW Marriot hotel at the K.M. 14.6 of the Hotel Zone. The duration of the tour is 2 hours and 15 minutes approximately. The journey starts at our Jungle Tour Adventure marina from where the boats will leave to discover the mangrove canals of the Nichupte lagoon and snorkel at the beautiful Punta Nizuc (between 30 to 40 minutes approximately) which has the underwater museum MUSA **. (Attached the promotional video and photographs)
We have plenty of experience offering our services to large groups and guarantee their satisfaction in an organized manner. Our fleet consists of 54 boats in double occupancy that can provide a service of up to 90 people per departure. The entire fleet is in perfect condition and maintenance is provided to the engines and equipment continuously, so it is very unlikely that any of our customers experience a technical failure in their boat.
SCHEDULES
We have 4 schedules for the convenience of your customers 9 am, 11 am, 1 pm and 3pm. The duration of the activity is 2 hours and people are scheduled 30 minutes before to check in and receive the snorkel equipment.
IT INCLUDES
Bilingual guide (English and Spanish) which will provide the necessary instructions to carry out the activity
Lifejackets
Snorkel equipment
Snorkel tube new which your clients can stay as a souvenir
1 Bottled water per person
Drive a shared-speedboat 2 people per boat (one person drives first and the other back)
Snorkel in the sub-aquatic museum (subject to availability) **
Medical insurance in case of emergency
DOES NOT INCLUDE
Transportation
Photography and video of drone
PRICES
The public price that is of $ 69 USD kids $45 per person plus $ 12 USD dock fee.
RESTRICTIONS:
** Subject to weather conditions and swimming ability.
These are the Add-ons available for this tour. You will be able to add them to your order in your Shopping Cart.
Note: Price per adult drops when the more adults you are. Kids prices remain the same, no matter how many. Infants are free. (Child rate is based on age or height as set out by the park). 13 people max per vehicle regardless of ages. 14 people (including infants) or more, will require 2 or more vans and the rates will change. Feel free to email us with any questions.