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

Sustainability & Conservation

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

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£73.00

Free cancellation

Language: Spanish, English

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Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours

Entrance fees included

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Based on our commitment to sustainable tourism, all National Geographic Day Tours meet the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria, and a portion of the proceeds from these tours goes back to the National Geographic Society to fund research and sustainable programs around the world.

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

Catamaran cruise
Admission fees
Soft drinks
Guide
Lifejacket
Snorkeling
Lunch

What to remember

Please inform us of any dietary restrictions you may have at the time of booking, such as vegetarian, gluten-free, etc
Please note, this is an exclusive tour and requires a minimum of 15 participants to go ahead. If the minimum isn't met, the tour will need to be rescheduled
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

Great

3.9 /5

Based on 19 reviews from verified customers

L
Linda
Verified booking
1
6 September 2025
Unable to comment as trip cancelled sadly due to numbers
R
Rayson
Verified booking
5
11 July 2025
Travelled with family
Very hard to pick any bad points, excellent day and amazing guide (Abraham) very well organised. A day for the memories.
T
Thorster
Verified booking
3
5 July 2025
Travelled as a couple
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 good swimmer but found it hard going. Sea wasn’t that clear so visibility wasn’t great
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PatrickW
Verified booking
3.8
25 April 2025
Travelled as a couple
The presentation was cut short as the projector stopped working. We were told that the reef is a symbiotic relationship between the coral building animals and zooxanthellae but not told why the reeds are under threat or how they get stressed. Once in the water it was very choppy and there was current and other groups so it was difficult to work out where we were supposed to be even with the leader shouting. The second stop was even rougher and current stronger. Not good for first time snorkelle
B
Brenda
Verified booking
4.2
21 March 2025
Travelled as a couple
Abraham the guide was excellent and gave a fascinating talk on the coral reef and fish in the sea. Looked after us well on the boat and gave ongoing chats about turtles etc as we saw them. Well worth the money especially compared with cost of other excursions.
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StS
Verified booking
3.8
5 May 2025
Solo traveller
Interessante Schnorcheltour mit 2 anderen Teilnehmern- sehr gut. Meine Erwartungen zu den Informationen über den Erhalt und die Aufbauarbeit der Riffe wurde nicht erfüllt. Leider nur mit englischem-spanischem Guide. Die angesteuerten Schnorchelplätze waren sehr interessant und sehenswert.

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