Our most recommended things to do in Punta Nizuc

Cancun: Jungle Tour Adventure with Speedboat and Snorkeling

1. Cancun: Jungle Tour Adventure with Speedboat and Snorkeling

Explore the colorful marine life and clear blue waters of the Cancun jungle on this guided water adventure. Get your adrenaline pumping on a speedboat ride around Nichupte Lagoon, and slow the pace down with peaceful snorkeling over the underwater statues at the Punta Nizuc coral reef. Get fitted with a lifejacket and snorkeling equipment at the marina before learning how to operate the speedboat safely. Board your two-seater speedboat to explore the Nichupté Lagoon, which is rich in mangrove vegetation. Navigate through the mangrove jungle as your guide points out the most interesting fauna and flora to ensure that you discover all this unique area has to offer. After around 35 minutes, arrive at the Mayan Coral Reef at Punta Nizuc. See some of the Musa statues that form an underwater museum, where you will have the opportunity to swim and snorkel. After 30 minutes, return your speedboat to the marina.

Cancun: Paradise Snorkel at Reef and Underwater Museum

2. Cancun: Paradise Snorkel at Reef and Underwater Museum

Board a motorboat and enjoy a ride out to Punta Nizuc reef where a floating platform is waiting for you. From here, plunge into the crystal-clear waters and discover a reef full of corals to admire the stunning underwater world. The shallow waters provide a calm sheltered snorkel site so beginners can learn the basics of snorkeling. Enjoy hopping in and out of the water at your own pace. The platform makes it easy for kids and adults to access the water. Refresh yourself with a cold drink or beer available on the platform before diving back in to explore the MUSA, Cancun Underwater Art Museum. If the weather allows it, you can see 16 statues under the water including the ‘The Garden of Hope’, ‘Timebomb’, and ‘The Last Supper'.

Cancún: Shared Speedboat & Jet Ski Rental with Snorkel Tour

3. Cancún: Shared Speedboat & Jet Ski Rental with Snorkel Tour

Enjoy a full-day adventure with this jam-packed combo tour. All in one day, you can experience the famous Jungle Tour Adventure and rent a jet ski for 30 minutes. During your Jungle Tour, you'll also get to drive your own speedboat and snorkel at Punta Nizúc. And the best part, this tour is eligible for people without any boating experience.  Ride on 13 ft speedboats and jet skis that are easy to drive, safe, stable and completely suitable for first time boaters. You will be taught how to navigate (you steer the wheel just like a car) your own speedboat and jet ski. For the speedboat portion of the day you will follow a highly-trained tour guide as they demonstrate to you the beautiful mangrove canals and Punta Nizúc bay. The snorkelling activity will be taking place at the beautiful Punta Nizúc coral reef, which is part of the second biggest coral reef barrier in the world, a site known for its incredibly clear water, coral reefs and underwater museum.

Cancun: Subsee Explorer Ride

4. Cancun: Subsee Explorer Ride

Come and enjoy an adventure in the SubSee Explorer, a mix between a yellow submarine and a glass-bottomed boat. Depart for Punta Nizuc Reef on a fast boat. Once you are there, board the SubSee. The air-conditioned ride is narrated in English and Spanish and points out the different coral reef species, marine life, and the exotic fish you'll see on the ride. You will also be able to see part of the Cancun Underwater Museum which combines art with nature in the form of incredible life-sized statues. This tour is a great choice for kids or non-swimmers who want to explore the underwater world.

Cancun: Speedboat Mangrove Jungle & Snorkel Tour

5. Cancun: Speedboat Mangrove Jungle & Snorkel Tour

Admire the local sea life on this amazing snorkelling tour from Cancun. You will receive a warm welcome and instructions from the guide before you set off towards Punta Nizuc. As you navigate through the winding channels, sit back, enjoy the beauty of nature, and look out for the local wildlife. The lagoon is home to many creatures such as leopard frogs, iguanas, white turtles, and crabs - it is a jungle out there after all. The Mesoamerican reef is the second largest reef in the world, presenting a variety of places to snorkel in Cancun. Emerge from the luscious Mangroves into the Caribbean and the turquoise waters will take your breath away. As you snorkel on the Punta Nizuc reef, you will see why this area is famous for its abundance of sea life, fish, and astounding coral reef formations. The team of snorkel guides will point out things not to be missed and will also be on hand to assist beginners.

Cancun: Speedboat, Snorkeling & Mayan Ceremony

6. Cancun: Speedboat, Snorkeling & Mayan Ceremony

Drive a speed boat in the Nichupté Lagoon, snorkel in search of colorful fish, and taste Mayan snacks on this jungle tour of Cancun. See replicas of sculptures of Mayan gods and goddesses, and immerse yourself in the culture by performing ceremonies with Mayan warriors. Start the experience by exploring a place surrounded by Mayan warriors. Walk down a recreated Mayan Path, with replicas of Mayan stelae, temples, and gods. Cross hanging bridges and take photos with the Mayan characters along the way. Observe a huge Mayan calendar and learn about the solar cycles from a guide. Participate in various ceremonies and traditional dances with the Mayan warriors for a deeper appreciation of the culture. Then, hop on board your own speedboat and drive it along the mangroves of the Nichupte lagoon. Dive into the depths of the reef and discover a marine world while you snorkel surrounded by colorful fish. Gaze in awe at the forms and shapes of the great coral reef barrier. Before finishing the adventure, savor the Mayan snack of salbut (fried puffed corn tortillas) with fresh flavored waters.

Cancun: 2–Hour Speedboat Experience

7. Cancun: 2–Hour Speedboat Experience

Take a speedboat adventure and a snorkel tour in Cancun in one.  Drive a two-passenger speedboat across the mangrove forest in Nichupte Lagoon, and then go to a great snorkeling spot in Punta Nizuc to take a look at the colorful marine life in the Caribbean. Avoid the repetitiveness of the many snorkel tours in Cancun, as you captain your own speedboat to the marine reef.  Arrive at the reef to enjoy the wonder of snorkeling with beautiful tropical fish for about 45 minutes. Then hop back in your speedboat for a zippy ride back through the mangroves to the marina. 

Cancún: Guided Jungle Tour by Speed Boat with Snorkeling

8. Cancún: Guided Jungle Tour by Speed Boat with Snorkeling

With our spectacular Jungle Tour Cancun trip, you can become a sea captain and drive your own Speed Boat for a day. Jungle Trip Adventure, an adrenaline-pumping, speed boat and snorkel guided tour, is Cancun’s most popular water activity. The journey begins on our private docks in Marina Sunrise’s hotel zone. You will then travel out up to 20 miles per hour while following one of our skilled instructors who will show you the best of both worlds: driving fast on top of beautiful Caribbean crystal blue water and snorkeling in it on the Mayan Reef. Our speed boat and snorkeling tour also includes a visit to Punta Nizuc's stunning shallow-water coral reef, commonly known as The Great Mayan Reef. There, you will witness a section of the musa underwater museum exhibit (only intermediate swimmers are permitted) surrounded by a variety of colors and sizes of fish.

Cancun: Tequila Tasting & Shared Speedboat Adventure Combo

9. Cancun: Tequila Tasting & Shared Speedboat Adventure Combo

Prepare for an unforgettable vacation in Cancun, where thrilling adventures and tantalizing flavors await. Our Cancun Tequila Tasting and Shared Speedboat Adventure Combo offers a perfect fusion of fun and taste, creating the ultimate vacation experience. Begin your journey by discovering the art of tequila-making and the process behind its creation. But that's just the beginning. Hold on tight as you embark on an exhilarating ride through Cancun's mesmerizing mangroves. Feel the adrenaline rush as you cruise through the stunning natural beauty surrounding you. The adventure continues as you dive into the crystal-clear waters of Punta Nizuc reef. Here, an array of exciting adventures awaits, from snorkeling alongside colorful fish to witnessing mesmerizing coral formations. It's an underwater paradise waiting to captivate your senses. Get ready for a vacation like no other, where unforgettable memories are created. Unleash your inner adventurer and experience the thrill of Cancun's nature and flavors combined. This is your chance to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Speedboat at the Nichupte Lagoon

10. Speedboat at the Nichupte Lagoon

Experience the best tour to live a fast marine experience. Enjoy a ride in the Nichupte lagoon and its mangrove channels on board a fast boat in which you'll observe fish, birds, mangrove and perhaps even crocodiles! Snorkel the second biggest coral reef of the world in Punta Nizuc.

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What people are saying about Punta Nizuc

Overall rating

4.6 / 5

based on 259 reviews

Highly recommended for a family activity. Very professional guides. The boat ride is just amazing especially as it goes into the narrow water path. The snorkeling part was good but I had higher expectations as to the different types of fishes.

Such a fun excursion..the boats are pretty fast and easy to drive. The guide was fun and the snorkling was cool as well. We even came across a stingray.. You will definitely enjoy yourself. Jimmy was our guide and he was great

We had a great time on this excursion! The staff was very good with instructions and also a lot of fun! Snorkeling was amazing and it was the perfect amount of time! Would definitely recommend.

So much fun but you don't go through deep terrain like the picture might seem. You simply go through this small brush in the water pretty fast and head right out into snorkeling.

Amazing, we loved everything from the ceremony to the speed boat journey. Really recommend.