Nat Geo Day Tour: Unveiling the Importance of Cancun’s Reef Restoration
Excursions & day trips

Nat Geo Day Tour: Unveiling the Importance of Cancun’s Reef Restoration

4.2/5
Excellent
Based on 20 reviews
from
84.00
Free cancellation
Language: Spanish, English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Why you’ll love this…
  • Sail along Cancun's coast accompanied by marine specialists, identifying bleached corals, learning about reef restoration, and supporting sustainable tourism.
  • Snorkel Cancun's coastal wonders to learn about sustainable marine practices and how you can contribute to the restoration of our natural environment.
  • Uncover the relationship between human activity, global warming, and the delicate local fauna as you discover part of one of the world's largest coral reef systems and see the effects of bleaching firsthand.
  • Connect to the National Geographic-sponsored Pristine Seas project, inspiring you to protect the last wild places in our oceans.
  • Tuck into a burrito lunch served onboard as you cruise the turquoise waters of Cancun's coast.
What to expect

Explore the wonders of the Mesoamerican Reef System on this exclusive National Geographic Day Tour. Led by marine specialists, you will have the unique opportunity to snorkel and witness the impact of humanity on the reef and see coral bleaching. This is followed by an insightful talk on actionable steps for reef restoration.

Setting sail when the waters are at their calmest, you'll venture to two different reefs, each affected by bleaching due to global warming, water pollution, and microplastics. Visit the reef known as “El Meco”, which boasts the youngest corals, making it a particularly special attraction.

The boats used for the tour are certified by Blue Flag for sustainable tourism, ensuring your voyage aligns with eco-conscious practices. Along the way, you'll also get to know the local fauna and savour a delicious burrito lunch.

During this tour, you will be inspired to protect these marine ecosystems, which is the aim of the National Geographic-sponsored Pristine Seas project. This project has carried out expeditions to Banco Chinchorro, a significant part of the Mesoamerican Reef System. This project's work underscores the importance of safeguarding marine environments from human influence while protecting the last wild places in our oceans.

By joining this tour, you will engage with the vital importance of preserving and protecting the precious Mesoamerican Reef System. See for yourself the marvels of the ocean and gain a profound understanding of coral reefs and their critical role in the biosphere.

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What's included
  • check Catamaran cruise
  • check Admission fees
  • check Soft drinks
  • check Guide
  • check Lifejacket
  • check Snorkeling
  • check Lunch
What to remember
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Not suitable for guests with poor health
  • Not suitable for guests with cardiac or respiratory problems
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Provider
TUI MEXICANA SA DE CV
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.2/5

Based on 20 reviews from verified customers

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  • Rayson

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Very hard to pick any bad points, excellent day and amazing guide (Abraham) very well organised. A day for the memories.

  • Thorster

    From United States of America - July 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

    The guide was very knowledgeable and engaging and tried to take us to see as much as possible but it was extremely rough in the sea. I’m a fairly goo ...

  • Brooke

    From United States of America - June 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Great day over all … but when being dropped off by bus there was no guidance or signs as to where to go and then it was carnage when you got to the ch ...

  • StS

    From United States of America - May 2025

    Solo traveler

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Interessante Schnorcheltour mit 2 anderen Teilnehmern- sehr gut. Meine Erwartungen zu den Informationen über den Erhalt und die Aufbauarbeit der Riffe ...

  • PatrickW

    From United States of America - April 2025

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    The presentation was cut short as the projector stopped working. We were told that the reef is a symbiotic relationship between the coral building ani ...

  • Diana

    From United States of America - April 2025

    Traveled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    3/5

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