
easy
4–6 hours
Basic fitness—comfortable walking on sand and swimming short distances; no strong currents required
Step off a low sandy shelf into crystalline Caribbean water and meet Yucab Reef within sight of shore. SkyReef blends easy shore snorkeling with a bite of local culture—a tequila tasting, a short massage, and the kind of slow, sunlit hours that make a day on Cozumel feel effortless.
The first thing you notice on arrival at SkyReef is how the water refuses to be ordinary: it shoves turquoise up the shoreline like a bright, insistent invitation. Chairs and umbrellas line a low sandy shelf; beyond them the sea flattens into a glassy corridor and then drops where Yucab Reef begins—coral gardens visible from the surface, fish darting as if swapping secrets.

Morning hours (8–11am) usually offer the best visibility and gentler currents for shore snorkeling.
Protect corals by applying reef-safe SPF before arrival and wearing a rashguard to reduce the need for reapplication.
Snorkel gear is provided but a personal mask that fits well will deliver better visibility and comfort in shallow reef zones.
Wear water shoes for the entry/exit; some approaches are rocky and slippery when tides are low.
Cozumel was an important stop for the Maya and later became a focus for marine conservation; the island’s reefs are now protected in designated marine park zones.
The nearby reefs are part of protected marine areas—use reef‑safe sunscreen, avoid standing on coral, and respect local no‑take rules to minimize impact.
Better fit and clearer vision than rental masks, especially for underwater photography.
Protects skin from UV and prevents chemical damage to coral.
summer specific
Useful for rocky entries and walking along the shoreline comfortably.
Sun protection between swims and reduces chafing from equipment.
summer specific