Great trip from booking to finish.
Chose CozumelH2O based on reviews and that they could match our port schedule and diverse group interests. Was not aware that would be a major decision criteria when I first started looking for a shore excursion.
There were 7 of us. 3 snorkelers, 3 learn to scuba, and one certified diver. We were joined by two other snorkelers. CozumelH20 was able to bring this diverse group on a single boat and make everyone happy.
As advertised we were able to take a quick cab ride from cruise terminal to the CozumelH20 site. We got a single VAN type cab for the 7 of us. Cost $20 for all with tip. There were a couple of cabs at the dock when we returned. So getting back to port was easy.
Met at CozumelH20 at 10AM. Filled out some paper work and then we were off. Snorkel folks learned from their guide while Miguel covered intro to Scuba with the three of us “Scuba learners”. Stopped at first site to “test” scuba skill basics. It was a shallow area, just over our heads to test basics. From there took small ride to first dive site. And then to second site – Santa Rosa wall. It was a blast. Saw some great coral formations, a very long, bright green moray eel, a couple of the Eagle Rays, etc. I have snorkeled a bit in the Caribbean before, but scuba is much cooler – and less effort.
Miguel has a calm confidence that pulls you in. A good teacher that obviously enjoys what he is doing. He had us rookies diving in no time and was very patient. He let my son (the certified diver) explorer further a field than the rest of us, but kept an eye on him as well.
The snorkelers also told me that they had fun and saw lots of sea life. All thumbs up from what I can tell. My wife experienced some sea sickness while snorkeling (kind of strange since she never gets sea sick – but true). They made her comfortable on deck while the rest of us continued to dive.
Provided bottled water, fresh (very fresh – love the pineapple) fruit, and cake as snacks. I believe the cake may have cured my wife’s sea sickness.
If/when in Cozumel again, I would book a dive with CozumelH2O again. Great team spirit.
Malta821
