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

5.0 (58 reviews)5 hCozumelAdventureWildlife & natureFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 1:40 pm, 2 h 50 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 1 h 50 min to spare.

Safety margin
Ship in portGetting ashore (20 min)Safety margin (1 h)All aboard 4:30 pm
  1. 8:00 am
    Ship docks in Cozumel20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
  2. 8:20 am
    Leave the pierThis tour meets at the pier
  3. 8:30 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 5 h. Latest sensible start: 10:20 am.
  4. 1:30 pm
    Tour ends10 min back to the pier
  5. 1:40 pm
    Back at the gangway2 h 50 min before all aboard
  6. 4:30 pm
    All aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours

Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.

Our verdict

This tour fits a typical Cozumel call (8:00 am–4:30 pm). It runs 5 h; ashore by 8:20 am, you can start by 8:30 am and be back at the gangway around 1:40 pm — 1 h 50 min to spare on top of a 1 h safety margin.

Rule of thumb: it keeps the safety margin as long as all aboard is 2:40 pm or later. Even a short 7:00 am–2:00 pm call works.

The operator picks up at the cruise port (it is on their pickup list), so the trip to the start point is part of the tour. We allow 10 min to walk off and find the pickup; look for the ground-transportation area outside Punta Langosta.

Among the 400 Cozumel shore excursions we track, this is about average in length (the median runs 4 h); 90% of them fit a typical call.

Computed from the tour's published duration, the distance from the cruise pier to its start point and the typical Cozumel call. Adjust your ship's times above to recheck.

About this tour

Ride your own single or double automatic ATV (no driver's license needed) into the jungle to discover Jade Caverns. This is a Cenote over 60 million years old connected to underground rivers and the ocean, here you will learn about the history of the Cenote and Mayan traditions of the place, also you can choose swim or jump from 20 ft hill to the water!.

Then you will visit a Mayan Village to explore a 900 years old mayan ruin and one of the oldest catholic temples of the continent! We will finish the visit of the town with a hand made organic tequila tasting.

Then we will take the transportation to the beach, you will snorkel with your guide to explore coral gardens and see a big variety of fishes around the shore, and because you are in México, we know you look for a real Mexican food, so lunch is included at the end of the snorkel.

The lunch is made by locals with locals products to give you the best food experience. Finally transportation is included to back to the cruise or hotel

Max 20 per group English, Spanish

What's included

  • Mexican Lunch at the beach. You can choose: Chicken fajitas, Pastor tacos or fish tacos (drink is not included). Mexican lunch is NOT GLUTEN FREE, if you are vegetarian they can cook Veggies fajitas
  • Cold Bottled Water & Beers on the ATV Tour.
  • On the ATV tour: Helmets (kid's and adult's size) and Googles, Life jacket, Starlink wifi
  • Pick Up & Drop Off on your Cruise Port, Resort, Airbnb, Condominium or Residence in Cozumel
  • At the beach: 1 non alcoholic welcome drink, full snorkel gear (fins, snorkel mask, life vest)
  • Area to storing backpacks or personal items, or if you prefer we have ATV rack fasteners.
  • Once you book the tour, our reservation team will be in touch with you to coordinate your pick-up at the cruise, resort or AIRBNB. PLEASE DOWNLOAD WHATSAPP ON YOUR PHONE TO GET BETTER COMUNICATION :)
  • Single or Double ATV (we will text you to ask the ATVs you need) minimum driving age: 13 years old

Not included

  • In México tips for a tour guide are not included in the tour prices or services, your guide will do everything to make you have fun! At the end of the tour tips are welcome
  • Mayan Land Use TAX ($20 USD per person)

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Jade Cenote
    Cenote Jade (Jade Caverns): A Hidden Jungle Oasis Escape the crowds and dive into the breathtaking Jade Caverns in the historic village of El Cedral. Marvel at the stunning rock formations and swim in the waters of this ancient Mayan sanctuary. It’s more than just a swim—it’s an immersive journey into the island’s wild heart. The cenote is a natural formation that is more than 60 million years old. We will explain the history of the place to you, you will learn about the importance of cenotes in the Mayan culture and you will be able to have fun jumping into the water from a 20-foot natural platform.
    20 minAdmission included
  2. 2
    El Cedral
    We will stop to walk around the Mayan town, visiting a 900-year-old Mayan Temple and I will explain the fascinating history of the place, most of the townspeople are of Mayan descent, they produce black coral jewelry, finally I will show you one of the oldest Catholic churches in Cozumel.
    20 minAdmission included
  3. 3
    Stop 3
    Adventure & Pure Relaxation at Skyreef Looking for the ultimate island escape? Explore the hidden wonders of the sea with our guided snorkeling tour, then fuel your body with a conscious lunch: delicious organic fajitas bursting with local zest. At Skyreef, nature meets gastronomy for an authentic, refreshing, and eco-friendly getaway.
    1 h 30 minAdmission included

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
This is the meeting point for all travelers coming on ferry from Playa del Carmen.
This is the meeting point for all travelers coming on ferry from Playa del Carmen.
From the cruise pier
Meets at the pier
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point

Good to know

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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