There are a variety of tours through the mangroves of Laguna Nichupté that end with a snorkeling trip out to the coral reef. You can either pilot your own jet ski or cruise on a boat.

Those new to snorkeling or traveling with young children may prefer a boat tour like the one AquaWorld offers to its private island, "Isla Paraiso". After going through the jungle by boat, you spend the rest of the day on a man-made island with change rooms, a restaurant and rest area. Food and drinks along with snorkeling equipment and a guided tour to the reef is included in the price. Aquaworld also offers a jungle tour where you drive your own speedboat through the mangrove jungle, stopping off at the ocean to snorkel the reef. The 2.5-hour trip includes use of a two-person speedboat, snorkeling gear, soft drinks and lockers at the marina. Contact Aquaworld at (9) 885-2288, Blvd. Kukulcán, Km 15.2.

Barracuda Marina. Blvd. Kukulcán, Km 14. Tel: (9) 885-3444 offers a jungle tour on jet skis. You follow a guide through the mangroves, exploring the plant life and most interesting places in the lagoon. You continue to the ocean where you can snorkel or just relax on the beach. The 3 hours trip includes drinks and beer. Reservations are recommended.