Mexico · FOOD TOURS IN COZUMEL
Good food tours in Cozumel fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 11 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Meet Erin or Jerry in downtown Cozumel for a three-hour food tour by air-conditioned minivan. Taste Yucatecan and Caribbean specialties at five local stops, visit a market, and finish at a bakery with aqua fresca. Groups are capped at 12, with gluten-free requests accepted in advance.
“This was nice that the tour was only my husband and I. Our tour guide Erin was able to give us an informative introduction to the food history of Cozumel.”
Spend five hours aboard a 65-foot Fury Catamaran, snorkeling at Palancar Reef, swimming among starfish at El Cielo, and relaxing at Fury Private Beach. Guides lead the reef stop, then lunch, beer, margaritas, kayaks, paddleboards, and a floating water park are included.
“The staff were amazing. The snorkeling adventure was good but too crowded getting around reef and back on boat lots of fins to the face! We were fortunate to see sea turtles baracudas and some sting rays! Would recommend this excursion.”
Ride an e-bike through Cozumel with a local guide such as Gris, Johnny, Chris, or Milton. Visit churches, parks, monuments, and a black coral workshop, then stop for three tacos at Guisados. The 12-person limit keeps the outing personal, but city traffic and older bikes require care.
“This was so much more than your typical excursion. Gris, our guide, helped to immerse us in the culture of Cozumel. She was authentic and shared so much about what it was like growing up on this small island. The stops along the way were fantastic and the tacos were 10/10! We also wanted to go to a beach after we were done with our tour and she gave the best recommendation. We felt safe at all times and loved learning and seeing so much of this island that we’ve been to so many times, but never in this way. It was only a 10 minute cab ride from the…”
Tour Cozumel with a private driver-guide such as Sergio, Gerry, Alex, or Antonio. Visit a Maya chocolate factory, taste tequila, explore San Gervasio, stop at El Mirador, and relax at Palancar Beach. The schedule can often shift to suit your group, though ruin admission and lunch cost extra.
“Jerry did a wonderful job of making sure we made the most of our day with him. The vehicle was clean, cool and well supplied with drinks. We will definitely book with you again.”
Board a private boat at San Francisco Beach Club for a three-hour Cozumel outing with snorkeling at Palancar and Colombia reefs, starfish at El Cielo, and rays at El Cielito. Captains and guides such as Manuel, Alex, Ruben, Victor, and Charlie help families stay safe, then serve ceviche, guacamole, fruit, beer, soda, and water.
“Excellent Tour, Service, Food, Punctuality. Our guide Oscar and Captain Juanito very attentive. The reefs visited very nice.Auto-translated”
At Stingray Beach, Wendy, Lucy, and their team guide you through the Mayan roots of chocolate, from cacao nut to paste. You will make a small chocolate treat, taste seven or more Mexican chocolates, and pair them with red and white wine in an air-conditioned room overlooking the beach.
“It was interesting, educational, a nice variety of chocolate. She was very knowledgable. There was an absence of personal connection with the group.”
Join guides such as Reuben, Victor, Alex, Miguel, Oscar, or Juan on a small shared boat from San Francisco Beach. Snorkel Palancar and Colombia reefs, see starfish at El Cielo, swim with rays at El Cielito, then enjoy fresh ceviche, guacamole, fruit, and cold drinks.
“Very worthwhile. Easy getting to the meeting point at a beach club by jumping in a taxi at cruise port ($25 there, $30 back). The guides, Alex and Manwell were just great. Attentive and safe. The boat was very clean. It is a small boat so be aware of that if you're prone to seasickness (you might want to take precautions as it moves around a lot as you're speeding to several snorkeling destinations). We saw a turtle, lots of fish, starfish, little nurse sharks and the gauc and ceviche on the sandbar was an unexpected treat! We really enjoyed being on a small boat with fewer people.”
At SkyReef Beach Club, you’ll snorkel from shore near Cozumel’s protected reef park, then settle in with a welcome drink, food, tequila tasting, and a short massage. English service, gear, chairs, and umbrellas are included. Ask for Enrique and Miguel for attentive help.
“Beautiful reef, great service from waiters. I waited to get picked up, then i texted the tour operator who never responded, finally asked around the post area and paid $15.00 each way for taxi ride. Tequila tasting requires a tip. If you want to purchase a bottle the price ranges from $60.00 to $250.00. In addition, too much haggling. I was paying to be at a private venue and I was bombarded with people trying to sell me things. Not as relaxing as what I expected. There is no beach it is a reef.”
Meet Erin or another English or Spanish-speaking guide at MEGA, then ride between family-run eateries, a local market, and a bakery. You will sample street food and Yucatecan cooking, with food, drinks, transport, and dietary adjustments included.
“Geraldo was amazing- this is a Must-Do activity while in Cozumel. Authentic Mexican food, great guide and supporting small family businesses- not to mention the food was incredible!!! Highly recommend this tour!!!”
Start near San Miguel with a safety briefing, then use a sea scooter to explore Cozumel’s reefs, fish, rays, and possible wrecks. Guides such as Adolfo, Memo, and Nemo provide close support. Afterward, enjoy Mayan culture, homemade tequila and chocolate tastings, sauces, and lunch.
“Aldolpho was amazing. He made the excursion memorable and definitely in my top three of all time. He was patient and physically made sure that we didn't slip on any rocks getting in or out of our snorkeling area. He showed us how to use the sea scooter and kept a close eye on us for safety. Along the way. He pointed out fish and starfish. I swam through school's of fish 🐟 and meandered through the beach waters. Lunch was delicious. Too much fun for two oldies. If we can do this adventure (with Aldolpho's help), then so can you!”
Spend up to eight hours at San Francisco Beach Club in Cozumel with a lounge chair, umbrella, one meal, five drinks, Wi-Fi, kayaks, paddle boards, inflatables, and snorkel gear. You can add a 30-minute jet ski ride or 15-minute parasailing session for $80 each.
“The beach was clean and the employees were nice! We did the jet skis for an extra charge and I fell off far out in the water, but the guys running the jet skis were out there in no time helping me. I was really struggling to lift my weight onto the jet ski but the guy was so kind and helped pull me up and even checked on me back on shore. I'm so grateful for his help!”
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