The World’s 13 Best Snorkelling Trips with a Drink

1.Cagliari: Boat Tour with 4 Swim Stops, Snorkeling & Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,546 reviews · 3 hours · from $59Our pick

Join Nautisardinia in Cagliari for a three-hour shared RIB trip around Devil’s Saddle. A skipper such as Matteo, Giovanni, Pietro, or Alessandro chooses four swim stops based on sea conditions. You get snorkeling gear, water, a shower, and Prosecco, but no toilet or changing room on board.

“The tour was fantastic the guys running it were courteous helpful and friendly.we throughly enjoyed it and the sea was fantastic.The 4 locations to snorkel were fabulous”

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2.Naxos: Taormina Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 626 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Join Enzo or Tindaro for a two-hour boat trip from Giardini Naxos. You’ll cruise past Taormina, Isola Bella, the Blue Grotto, and several sea caves, then stop to swim and snorkel with fish. Prosecco, fruit, Sicilian sweets, music, and a lively crew make this as much a social outing as a sightseeing cruise.

“Enzo and Tindaro made the experience so much fun! i did this experience alone as a solo traveler but even within the 2 hours made friends so quickly with their amazing vibes, great music and the most beautiful clear water i’ve ever seen. 10 out of 10 recommend this experience. thanks for an awesome tour!!”

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3.Catania: Boat Trip with Aperitif, Prosecco and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 609 reviews · 5 hours · from $93

Set out from Blu Marina with a multilingual crew, often including Michele or Manuele, and sail past Ognina, the Ulysses Caves, and Aci Castello toward Aci Trezza. Swim, snorkel, or use a paddleboard, then share Sicilian meats, cheese, vegetables, homemade pesto, and Prosecco before returning to Catania.

“It was one of the best experiences! Everything was perfect! Totally recommend!”

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4.Private Aruba Snorkeling Excursion with Rum Punch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 507 reviews · from $140Top rated

Join Octopus Aruba for a private two-hour snorkeling trip aboard a 26-foot Bayliner. Your captain, possibly Lex, Boi, Boyd, Shaka, or Lux, can adjust the route for your group. Snorkel near Catalina Bay and Malmok, where shallow water may reveal turtles, coral, fish, urchins, and crabs.

“2 hrs goes by quick, we had a great time. Felt safe, hydrated, and informed about the area we snorkled.”

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5.Cagliari: Catamaran Tour, Swimming, Snorkeling, & Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 487 reviews · 3 hours · from $72

Join Alma Sailing Charter in central Cagliari for a three-hour catamaran trip with up to 12 people. Alma, Patrick, Laura, Paolo, or another bilingual crew member may guide you toward Cala Mosca, Cala Fighera, and the Devil’s Saddle, with swimming, snorkeling gear, floating tubes, local stories, and a prosecco toast.

“Amazing time at the waters, the boat is very new and chic. Amazing guides and captains, with drinks and food options.”

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6.Boat Tour at Devil’s Saddle: 4 Swim Stops, Snorkeling & Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $60

Cruise from Cagliari’s Molo Dogana to Cala Bernat, Calamosca, Cala Fighera, Devil’s Saddle, Marina Piccola, and Poetto. You’ll make several swim and snorkel stops, pass Grotta dei Colombi, use provided gear, and enjoy water, a glass of Prosecco, and local stories from an English-speaking skipper.

“This was a wonderful tour, would recommend it highly if you’re looking for something to do while visiting Cagliari! Alessandro was very funny and a great tour guide/captain.”

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7.Cagliari: Boat Tour with Snorkeling, GoPro & Sardinian Beer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 259 reviews · 3 hours · from $65

Set out from Cagliari Port with a small group of up to 10 people for three hours along the Devil’s Saddle coast. Guides such as Gabriele, Gabri, Francesco, and Frederica combine swimming stops, snorkeling gear, GoPro footage, local stories, music, soft drinks, and one Sardinian beer. Poetto Beach, Cala Mosca, and dolphin sightings may all feature.

“Very insightful views about the history of Sardinia, lovely hosts and was very well prepared with refreshments and snorkeling equipment. Would highly recommend!”

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8.Catamaran tour stops bathing and snorkeling toast with prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $73

Spend three hours on a small boat with Alma and her crew, cruising past Cagliari’s monuments, Cala Mosca, Grotta dei Colombi, and Sella del Diavolo. You’ll get about an hour to swim and snorkel, with equipment, floats, a prosecco toast, and a small taste of Sardinian products included. Groups are limited to 12.

“A wonderful excursion with Alma and her husband. The tour included history and facts about the area (and Prosecco). Safety, cleanliness and friendliness! Took us to great spots for taking a dip. I would book it again. Happy customers from Texas!”

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9.Cagliari Boat Tour by Maxi Rib – Wine and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 128 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48Best value

Set out from Marina Piccola at Poetto Beach for a two-hour maxi RIB trip along Sella del Diavolo, Calamosca, and Cala Fighera. Your skipper chooses one or two swim stops according to wind and waves. Snorkel gear and fuel are included, with one or two glasses of homemade white wine. Guides may include Emilio, Andrea, Francesco, or Marco.

“Emilio was the best skipper - had awesome chats and recommendations for us and took us to see some absolutely gorgeous views 100% worth the money”

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10.Cagliari 3 Hours Luxury Motorboat Tour – Wine and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $84

Spend three hours aboard a clean motorboat from Poetto Beach, cruising past Cala Fighera, Calamosca, Sant’Elia, and Sella del Diavolo. Your skipper, often Francesco or Ivan, provides snorkeling gear, local wine, and time to swim at several coves. The boat carries no more than nine people.

“Great time on the water! We booked a family cruise to see Cagliari from the water and swim and it did not disappoint!”

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11.Snorkeling Tour with meals and BBQs – Cocktail – Sunset⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · 7 hours · from $54

Join Chart and his family-run Coco Tip Adventures crew for a seven-hour Koh Tao boat trip limited to 20 people. Snorkel four spots, look for turtles and reef sharks, eat homemade Thai food, enjoy a BBQ and cocktail, and watch the sunset. Hotel pickup, equipment, water, and marine insurance are included.

“It was really amazing. The guide was really good and really good crew as well. The guides wife made insanely good dinner and good barbecue at the end of the night. Really great snorkelling spots with turtles and baby sharks and other beautiful fish. I can really recommend this tour. 10/10”

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12.VIP Morning Delight Champagne Sailing and Snorkeling with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $129

Join Black Pearl and Blue Melody for a three-hour morning sail from Hadicurari Fishermen’s Pier. Captain John and the crew take a maximum of 12 people to Malmok Beach and Catalina Bay for easy snorkeling, followed by lunch, champagne, and an open bar. You return to the pier around lunchtime.

“Very nice experience. The staff were very nice The lunch was perfect snorkeling was fun beautiful day on the boat”

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13.Champagne Reef, Bubble Beach and Scotts Head Snorkeling tour by boat in Dominica

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · from $89

Join a boat tour limited to eight people and visit Champagne Reef, Bubble Beach, and Scotts Head. Guides such as Britney and Selwyn point out fish, turtles, coral, and volcanic bubbles, while the crew provides gear, bottled water, and a snorkel vest. Cruise ship pickup can be arranged, with the tour returning after about three hours.

“Knowledgeable and friendly guides and a beautiful and healthy reef made this the best snorkel tour I've done. The champagne bubbles add a unique twist as well.”

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