15 Snorkeling in Montego Bay That Fill a Jamaican Morning

1.Reggae Catamaran and Snorkeling Open Bar Cruise Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 453 reviews · from $125Our pick

Cruise Jamaica’s north coast from Montego Bay on a lively catamaran with hotel pickup, reggae music, snorkeling near Doctor’s Cave Beach, an open bar, fruit, pastries, and appetizers. This is an 18-plus party cruise, not a quiet sightseeing trip. Bring sunscreen, a towel, swimwear, and dry clothes.

“The Reggae Catermaran was wonderful. We really enjoyed it. The drinks was great they were on time. We stopped at margaritaville. To swim. The weather was wonderful.The staff was great. I highly recommend this tour for everyone . It was too short. I wish it was longer, 5 hours. The water was blue.”

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2.Family Fun-Snorkeling with Lunch Stop from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $110Top rated

From Montego Bay, your private air-conditioned ride takes you to a speedboat and a coral reef site known for clear water, fish, and helpful guides. Expect a short lesson, about 60 minutes in the water, and a choice of Jamaican lunch stops. Wayne, Wane, Duran, Levy, Dan, and Randy are among the guides praised for friendly service and careful support.

“We did the snorkeling tour with a 9am pickup without the lunch option. Great communication from our driver and everything went smoothly. The tour originates from a gated private arena and everyone was very friendly and welcoming Read more”

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3.Boatride & Snorkeling then Margaritaville Hipstrip Activity

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $40Best value

You’ll be picked up at your Montego Bay resort, fitted with snorkeling gear, and guided through clear water filled with coral and fish. Afterward, Ramon or another dedicated driver takes you to Margaritaville on the Hip Strip for food, drinks, and shopping. Guides such as Randy, Duran, and Aldrich help keep the water time safe and fun.

“We had a great experience from beginning to end. The driver was friendly and the snorkeling instructor was knowledgeable and patient. It was so much fun! We didn’t feel rushed and would do it again”

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4.Catamaran Party Cruise and Snorkeling in Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · from $134

Join a lively catamaran cruise from Bogue Road in Montego Bay for about three hours of swimming, snorkeling, music, snacks, rum punch, and coastal views. You get snorkeling gear, bottled water, alcoholic drinks for those 18 and older, and private transportation. Expect a social boat setting rather than a quiet sailing trip.

“Amazing experience! My group had a blast! We partied, we snorkeled and got pics! I was glad we stopped at Margaritaville too because were able to party more! The beef patties were a 10/10 and the rum punch punched back!”

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5.Party Catamaran and Snorkeling Tour in Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $105

Spend about four hours off Montego Bay with Rapsody Tours and Flickystourja Limited. You’ll receive transport, snorkeling gear, guidance in the water, music, drinks, snacks, and coastline views. The boat is built for social fun rather than quiet sailing, and weather can shorten the snorkeling stop or send the group to Margaritaville.

“The crew was amazing! Drinks kept coming, lights snacks and refreshments were served. Snorkeling was a great experience! There were guides for beginner Snorkelers and swimmers. I felt safe the entire time I was off the boat. Margaritaville was clean, fast service and friendly staff. Overall this was an amazing experience. Thank you!”

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6.Reggae Family Catamaran Cruise with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 9 reviews · 3 hours · from $125

Cruise Jamaica’s north coast aboard a family catamaran, stop at Marine Park for snorkeling, then head to Margaritaville for water trampolines and sea play. Your English-speaking crew provides drinks, pastries, fruit, appetizers, and reggae music. Hotel pickup and return are included, but Margaritaville food and drinks cost extra.

“Fue la peor experiencia que he tenido reservando una actividad. No solo la cancelaron sino que no me avisaron y me enteré el mismo día cuando estaba esperando en el lobby del hotel que me fueran a buscar y fue porque yo llamé, no porque me avisaron. Una vergüenza. No los recomiendo.”

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7.Bamboo Rafting, Catamaran Party Cruise and Snorkeling in Jamaica

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $104

Spend 7 to 9 hours exploring Jamaica from river to reef. Bamboo rafting on the Great River includes a limestone foot massage, then an open-bar catamaran cruise adds snorkeling, music, and a sunset stop at Rick's Café. Pickup, transport, fees, and an English-speaking guide are included. Guides may include Marvin, Romeo, or Javel.

“Marvin was an excellent tour guide! He was enjoyable and very friendly! I would definitely be visiting Jamaica again and when i do, I would definitely book through Island Treasure Tours! Thank you!”

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8.Catamaran Party Cruise and Snorkeling from Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $260

Cruise from Montego Bay on a small-group catamaran with private hotel transfers, a DJ, Jamaican beef patties, an open bar, and borrowed snorkeling gear. Swim near Doctor’s Cave Beach, then stop at Margaritaville for its slide, inflatable course, and optional lunch at your own expense. Afternoon cruises do not allow children.

“With the little rain I had on my day this was a greatttt experience thank u so much ..the boat was vibes..snorkeling was fun and an experience for me the coral reef was beautiful under water wish I had a pic of that..margaritaville is very pricey but also a cool vibe the slide was fun food was good ..overall I had a great catamaran experience”

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9.Party Catamaran Cruise with Open Bar and Snorkeling Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $180

Spend about three hours aboard a shared party catamaran from Montego Bay, with a DJ, dancing, open bar, light snacks, and a snorkeling stop near a coral reef. Private hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Morning departures suit families, while afternoon sailings are for adults only.

“Nothing but fun , the boat ride was a big vibe !!, me and my girls were turnt up , our driver waited patiently on us and took care of us while drunk , book them”

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10.Snorkeling and Shopping in Montego Bay with Hotel pickup

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 7 reviews · from $85

Meet your pickup in Montego Bay for a one-hour guided snorkeling trip with safety gear, an English-speaking guide, and complimentary phone video. The outing suits beginners and non-swimmers, then continues to the Hip Strip for sightseeing and shopping. This private activity is priced at $85 per person and takes about 90 minutes.

“Private pick up was great just make sure you reach the driver before hand, the snorkeling was perfect something quick to do with my 11 year old son who likes quick rides”

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11.Montego Bay Catamaran Cruise and Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 5 reviews

You’ll be picked up at your hotel, driven to a luxury catamaran, and guided along Montego Bay’s coast by an English-speaking crew. Swim and snorkel from the boat, relax on the front nets with reggae and soca music, then stop at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville for waterslides and water toys before returning to your hotel.

“All activities were spectacular! Our driver was awesome and all of the staff on the catamaran were phenomenal! We saw so many fish and had an amazing experience!”

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12.Bamboo Rafting, Catamaran Party Boat & Snorkeling In Montego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews · from $120

You’ll begin at Lethe Estate on a handcrafted 30-foot bamboo raft, then board a catamaran for snorkeling, music, appetizers, and an open bar in Montego Bay. Your guide shares Jamaican culture along the Great River, while private air-conditioned transport links the stops. Plan for cash at Lethe and note that lunch is not included.

“Make sure you bring plenty of cash for the bamboo rafting the little "bar" only accepts cash or cash app. They charge $9 per beer. It's a rip off and they are not nice if you don't buy anything. They have other bars you can stop at on your short adventure also cash only.”

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13.Half Day Catamaran Party Boat, Snorkeling and Hip Strip Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 5 reviews · from $175

Sail Montego Bay aboard a Dreamer Catamaran with reggae and Soca music, snacks, snorkeling equipment, and a swim stop in the Marine Park and harbor. The 3-hour outing starts at 2:00 pm, includes private air-conditioned transportation, and accepts up to 20 people. The Hip Strip element and extras such as photos or foot massages should be confirmed before booking.

“This was the start of My Birthday party!!! I was late, they was kind enough to wait for us to get there and when I stepped out the car, the Birthday wishes were non-stop. The Music going and coming was fire 🔥🔥🔥🔥 and the cruise crew was Energetic and pleasant. The Vibe Was Definitely Right!!!💯💯💯🎉🎉🎉🎊”

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14.Customize Snorkeling with Option shopping Lunch & Stop local food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $65

Meet your driver at your Montego Bay hotel, ride in air-conditioned comfort, then join a local guide and captain for a short reef snorkeling trip. Equipment, transport, taxes, and a group of no more than 15 are included. Lunch costs extra, and shopping or local food stops depend on the arrangement you book.

“Very simple snorkelling trip. Quiet with no bells and whistles. Exactly what we wanted. Our driver, Marvin, was friendly and happy to chat about island life. The boat pilot was very quiet but helpful and got us to the snorkelling site safely. SnoRead more”

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15.Snorkeling in Montego Bay with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $133

You’ll ride from selected Falmouth, Trelawny, or St. James pickup points to Montego Bay for about 30 minutes of snorkeling, guided in English. Expect warm water, coral formations, tropical fish, and possible sea turtles, followed by transport back. The private group format adds flexibility, but confirm pickup details carefully.

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