If you want to enjoy an unforgettable customized tour of Cozumel aboard a Jeep Wrangler – then THIS is for YOU, because - as our delighted client, Kyle, says…
This is much more than just a Jeep Tour around the island
Imagine being in full control of your very own Jeep & Beach Adventure in Cozumel
But, no need to just imagine, because YOU will be in the driving seat – literally.
Because you can choose to either have the time of your life driving one of our almost-new Jeep Wranglers yourself (off road, too!), aided by your very knowledgeable native guide as navigator and co-pilot.
Or …
You can choose to relax and admire the stunning sights of our beautiful Cozumel island home while your highly skilled and experienced driver and guide follow the route and itinerary you personally chose before setting off on your memorable day of adventure.
And – if you do choose to drive – it will be a sheer joy, because our Jeeps are all fully automatic, with Auto Stick.
And that’s just one of the many reasons our Excursion is so popular among Cruisers visiting Cozumel…
What makes our Cozumel Jeep & Snorkeling Tour so unique?
YOU... Because we put YOU – our VIP guests - front and center
- So that’s why we invested in more expensive automatic transmission Jeeps to make it easy for you – in contrast to most of the other Jeep tours on the island, who offer only manual gear shift.
- And it’s why – despite our vehicles being able to carry up to five passengers - we insist on making your Jeep Tour TOTALLY PRIVATE and NEVER put you in the same vehicle with strangers – even if you are on your own.
- By contrast, some other Cozumel Jeep tours pack every seat, combining two or more parties in the same vehicle.
- Which means you being in the same vehicle with strangers and so with very little chance of your voice being heard, other than in a minor way, when it comes to deciding the details of your day, including your start time, where you go and how long you stay at the various different locations.
On your TOTALLY PRIVATE Jeep & Snorkeling Excursion, the day is yours to command...
So you can choose to be taken to wherever YOU decide, whether it is watching crocodiles, viewing our lighthouse and its fascinating nautical museum, snorkeling on the warm, crystal-clear water of the protected Cozumel Marine Park and marveling at the sheer beauty of the coral reefs and colorful fish that swim by.
Exploring a tropical jungle, visiting the amazing Mayan ruins or making your taste-buds somersault with glee at the mouth watering guacamole or seafood with plenty of ice-cold beers – and even seeing how tequila is made from the unpromising blue agave plant - and enjoy a taster or two of the finished result.
And, if you get stuck for ideas, our knowledgeable, Cozumel-born, guide will have plenty of suggestions that you’ll love.
And all this will only begin at the time you choose, which can be anything from 8.00 am to 1.00 pm any day of the week – including Sundays.
And the tour will run at the pace YOU decide, because this is a totally private tour, designed JUST for you and your party.
Which is exactly why Kyle said …
Kyle Feller
Beaufort, South Carolina
October 2024
It was MORE than just a Jeep Tour around the island!"
Our Family of six enjoys having our own personal tour guide so we can explore what we want to see! Alberto was very pleasant and knowledgeable of the island.
After a few minutes of talking in the morning, he quickly realized what we were interested in seeing and doing on the island and made for a very enjoyable and exciting day for us in Cozumel!
Alberto was a wonderful tour guide!! We enjoyed our Jeep drive from the port to the Punta Sur Park. The drive though the park was beautiful! The facilities are pristine.
The snorkeling was fantastic.
Our excursion group was small (only six people) and we had the whole beach to ourselves.
The lunch was authentic and delicious. I could have stayed with hammocks and swings at the lighthouse all day because the view was magnificent. This is a must when in Cozumel.
If you're looking to learn about the island and see all of its hidden jewels, I highly recommend this tour!
It was much more than just a tour around the island!
You'll be escorted by fully Licensed & English Speaking Guides...
Hola … my name is Alberto Novelo and – along with my brother, Jorge, and my cousin, Sandy and the rest of my family – I have great pleasure in welcoming you to my beautiful island of Cozumel where we have famously been providing the oldest & very best Jeep Private Tour services in Cozumel since 1998 (21 years), having a combined driving experience between us well in excess of 50 years.
What’s more, we are unique among all the Jeep drivers in Cozumel, being the ONLY Jeep hire business on the whole island possessing the highly sought after Federal Tour Guide License awarded by the Mexican Tourism Board.
This involves a highly challenging year-long process of certification. But it is your guarantee we possess the in-depth understanding of Mexican and Mayan culture, as well as having detailed knowledge of both our local museums and the archeological sites.
You’ll also be pleased to know your wonderful tour won’t be marred by a driver and escort who can only communicate in broken English. That’s because we all speak fluent English and hold an American English certificate ‘Test of English as a Foreign Language’ – unlike many other drivers in Cozumel.
Peggy Harrell
Los Alamos, Nuevo Mexico
October 2024
I was very surprised that our guide was this FRIENDLY Mexican from Cozumel and spoke PERFECT ENGLISH"
I was hesitant at first to book outside of Carnival, but had a good feeling about this company after I asked some questions via the Live Chat option.
All transactions were very smooth, easy to book online, paid via Paypal, and got my confirmation email immediately.
When we arrived in Cozumel, I was very surprised that our guide was this friendly Mexican originally from Cozumel and spoke plain English just like us. This guy was great!
We had a fun-filled day that included Snorkeling, tour and shopping at a Mayan village, Chips & Salsa and Drinks by the beach, Relaxing by the beach, lunch at an excellent authentic Mexican restaurant, and several other sightseeing stops along the way.
All this in the comfort of like-new Jeep Wranglers and breathtaking views driving along the island shores. There were six in our party (four adults and two children under ten).
The guide let us decide when we were ready to move on to the next stop.
This excursion and booking company highly exceeded our expectations!
Plus we saved over $150 by booking outside of Carnival!
‘Cozumel Off Road’ is a family-owned business...
So you’ll be escorted and driven by one of members of the family - not merely a disinterested employee, which is why we all strive to go the extra mile so you enjoy a superb day out.
And, unlike some private tour drivers, who hire vehicles on a daily basis, we own our vehicles, which are carefully maintained and valeted to the highest standards of reliability, safety and comfort.
And –as our delighted client, Jennifer Bauer from Pullman, Washington, remarked - “This was our favorite excursion”.
Jennifer Bauer
Pullman, Washington
October 2024
Forget cruise organized port excrusions"
We booked the Private Jeep Tour directly through their website, and we saved almost $200 compared to booking thru the Cruise.
We visited Cozumel as one of our ports on a Royal Caribbean cruise. We had 2 families of 4 adults and 5 children, ages 6-12.
This was our favorite excursion!
Alberto, our guide was excellent and gave us a wonderful tour of the island and a great restaurant on the east side of the island for authentic mexican food. I was particularly impressed with his command of English since he was born and raised in Cozumel. A true local.
We drove out to Punta Sur, which was gorgeous. We snorkeled at a great place and the snorkeling guide did a great job. Kept the group together. Started with a safety and instruction overview. Properly fitted for vests, masks and fins.
We got to see the largest star fish we've ever seen - 2 feet across. There was a great lunch served (choice of chicken, beef or fish fajitas) and lounge chairs to enjoy the beach at Punta Morena.
We only wished for more time.
There was a tequila tasting stop on the way back to the port, which we could have passed on it. However, even then, the kids loved the little petting zoo set up that was in the middle of this place.
I will book directly with these guys every time I visit Cozumel. If you are looking for a professional company to take you on a Private Jeep Tour, book with Cozumel Off Road, you won't regret it!
Our TOUR IN NUMBERS
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What sets us apart from other Jeep adventure tours in Cozumel?
Five very important aspects …
- We are a family owned business and all of our drivers are family members. This means we are far more motivated to make your day wonderful in a way no employee could ever be.
- We are unique among all the other Cozumel Jeep tour companies being the ONLY private hire drivers on the island possessing the coveted Federal Tour Guide License from the Mexican Tourism Board. This means you can be confident we have an unmatched range of knowledge about Mexican culture and the local archeological sites and museums.
- All drivers speak fluent English and we hold an American English certificate ‘Test of English as a Foreign Language’.
- Although our vehicles are designed to safely transport four or five passengers, we never fill the vehicle to capacity by putting you with another party. That means your party – no matter how small - will enjoy a TOTALLY PRIVATE tour. It also means we can give you a five star chauffeured service, the like of which you will never have experienced before.
- While other private tour companies will charge you to supply a cooler and water, you can enjoy our unique ‘Welcome Pack’ of a cooler with ice, beers, soft drinks and purified bottled water completely free of charge.
You're in GOOD COMPANY WITH US
All you need to do - Sit back, Relax & Enjoy yourself - because...
Your comfort is assured.
Your vehicle is a beautifully valeted and maintained Jeep Wrangler equipped with a CD Player (you get to choose the music!).
Depending on the vehicle’s size, we can transport either four or five passengers in great comfort.
But if your party is less than four – no worries – because we guarantee we won’t fill the empty seats with strangers.
This is a totally PRIVATE tour for you and your party alone.
So, even if there are only one or two of you, we would rather our bottom line took the hit rather than spoil your wonderful day.
And while other Jeep tour companies would charge you extra to supply a cooler and water, you can enjoy our unique ‘Welcome Pack’ of a cooler with ice, beer, soft drinks and purified bottled water completely free of charge.
For Snorkeling Rookies, Families or Adventure Seeking Travelers – WE ARE THE BEST OPTION…
… but don’t take OUR word for that – here’s what our happy clients say …
Scott Lenora
Ottumwa, Iowa
October 2024
Awesome way to see the island - Especially for first time snorkelers"
We came to Cozumel off Independence of the Seas for the day. We found our assembly point without any problems.
We began with snorkeling which no one in our group had ever done. We enjoyed it immensely. Our guide Alberto provided clear instructions and was very supportive during our time in the water. It was great fun.
I saw a lot of colorful fish when we were snorkeling. Punta Sur Eco Park has most amazing scenic views from atop the Celarain lighthouse.
Our visit to the eco park and then the tequila tour were informative and fun. Great opportunities for photos at the lighthouse.
We then drove our Jeeps to a beach resort for lunch and then on to a tour of the island. Finally, we were returned to the port with two hours to spare.
With a Family of 8, I like booking tours outside the cruise lines and research the companies thoroughly before I sign up.
The recommendations given by Cozumel Off Road were spot on and very accurate. Their email communications were easy to follow and very professional.
In summary, you feel comfortable in booking with this company ...you will enjoy your trip!
The JEEP EXCURSION OVERVIEW
The DEPARTURE HOURS
You choose the start time for your convenience
This is a totally private tour for you and your party alone (we NEVER combine two parties in the same vehicle). So you alone decide when you want to be met – which can be any time from 8.00 am to 1.00 pm, seven days a week.
If you are arriving on a Cruise ship, then allow 30 minutes from docking to cover any delay in embarkation.
If you are coming from Playa del Carmen, the Ferry ride to Cozumel lasts 30 minutes, and costs only $6usd each way. Ferries depart every hour both ways starting at 7am until 11pm.
Make sure to catch a Ferry at least 1 hour before your scheduled depart time.
Your tour lasts approximately 5 ½ hours.
The MEETING POINT
Meeting up to begin your memorable Jeep tour in Cozumel ISLAND
We meet at the Motor Lobby of El Cid La Ceiba Hotel (located directly next door to the Cruise Pier), a very well known Hotel by the Cruise Pier area.
Wherever you’re coming from, you’ll receive full directions with your Confirmation Email that will be instantly sent to you when you book your Jeep tour.
The PROGRAM
Here's what you can expect from this Awesome Excursion:
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Meeting up for your Jeep Tour
You’ll find our Meeting Point at the Motor Lobby of El Cid La Ceiba Hotel, located next to the Cruise Ship Pier.
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Private Beach Club (Optional Activity)
For some exciting shore snorkeling (you’ll be amazed just how much you’ll see so close to the shore).
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Punta Sur Park (Optional Activity)
With its beautiful private beach of virgin white sand, sightings of crocodiles in the beautiful triple lagoon complex Laguna de Colombia, and scenic views from the lighthouse and off-road driving (and don’t forget to ask to see the fantastic Mayan ruins).
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Punta Morena Beach Club (Optional Activity)
At Punta Morena Beach Club, you can enjoy an authentic Mexican lunch plus a relaxing beach break.
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Tequila Tour (Optional Activity)
The Tequila Tour will reveal how our world-famous alcoholic drink is produced. You are free to sample it. There are non-alcoholic drinks available for drivers, children, and non-drinking adults.
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A note about the Optional Activities
Due to this Jeep Tour being a Truly Private Tour, custom tailored to your wants and needs, the Tour Guide will suggest a Program to follow, but ultimately you decide what activities and places to visit during your Jeep Excursion.
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Back at the Meeting Point
Once the Tour is over, we’ll go back to our original Meeting Location at the El Cid La Ceiba Hotel (next door to the Cruise Pier) the Place where we first met you in the morning.
From here you can walk back to your Cruise Ship, or take a Taxi back to your Hotel is you’re staying in Cozumel.
As part of our Five star service - YOU will enjoy a truly Custom Jeep Tour just for you …
WE NEVER mix two parties in the same vehicle. That means there is no conflict between what YOU want to do and any other party’s demands.
What’s more, nothing is set in stone, so if - like Sarah Mowrey and her husband - you would rather do something else, you only have to say the word …
Sarah Mowrey
Walbridge, Ohio
October 2024
Not interested in the tequila factory or snorkeling so our guide let us pick what we really wanted to do"
We were met right at the Cruise Pier and had a great day. This was our first cruise and visit to Mexico, so we wanted a little bit of everything with culture, history, beach, water and food.
My husband and I aren't big drinkers so we were not interested in the tequila factory, but our guide, Roberto, was great at letting us pick what we wanted to do and giving us choices of activities.
Our guide, Roberto, was extremely attentive and accommodating the whole trip. I even wanted my husband to have some "authentic" huevos rancheros and he called ahead to the restaurant he was taking us to for lunch and had them prepare them special for us as they were not on the menu.
We went to Pueblo del Maiz and the San Gervasio ruins for history and culture, then to beautiful Punta Morena Beach Club and Tortugas for lunch.
Since neither of us really wanted to snorkel, he gave us time and space just to relax and enjoy the food, water and scenery.
Then dropped us back off at the Cruise Ship. It was an altogether great day. Thanks, Roberto with Cozumel Off Road!
You will be spoilt for choice as to where to go, but – fear not – because your driver, with his unmatched knowledge of the area is on hand to help you decide.
All too soon, your wonderful day will be over and you’ll be amazed at how much fun you’ve experienced and astonished by the amazing value you’ve enjoyed.
As a result, you will probably already planning your next trip with us, like so many others before you, who return again and again.
TOUR PRICING
You get all this – and much more for just...
Fortunately, we are a small, family owned business so, by booking direct with us, you cut out the middleman and instantly save approximately 40% compared with making a booking via your cruise ship.
And we trim the cost further by having all our bookings online, giving you the added benefit of being able to immediately see if your choice of tour date is available.
Per Person
$79
Adult or Kid
Children from three upwards are allowed to go snorkeling, provided they are closely supervised by a parent at all times.
What’s more - even if you are on your own - you will still enjoy exclusive use of the Jeep, but we will require payment of (2 X $79) = $158, being equivalent of payment for two adults.
Because our goal is your total satisfaction, we ONLY ever take ONE party on each tour – even if you are just one person - you don’t have to risk spoiling your trip of a lifetime by making compromises to accommodate the different choices of another party.
Immediately after your payment is processed you’ll receive a Confirmation Email with full directions to our meeting point, and all your Reservation details.
If you can’t print the Confirmation Email because you don’t have access to a printer, simply make a note of the directions and arrive at our meeting point with your passport or any other photo ID.
BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE
My Refund Policy has you covered:
- If you are coming to Cozumel via Cruise Ship, and your Cruise gets re-routed off Cozumel for any reason. I will give you a FULL REFUND.
- No questions asked.
The CLOCK IS TICKING
Although you will be able to enjoy the many advantages of dealing with a local family-owned business, it does have one severe downside.
Because we only have 5 Jeeps in total. 2 Jeeps seating five passengers and 3 Jeeps seating four passengers, making our total passenger capacity at only 22 passengers.
And each Jeep can only undertake one trip a day.
So, with most of our clients coming from the cruise ships, which bring in around 20,000 cruise visitors daily, we get booked up lightening fast seven days a week.
Which means you now have a crystal clear choice
You can either take your time to ‘think about it’ – only to come back later and find your choice of day has now been taken, so you either have to miss out completely or settle for a trip with another Jeep tour company, where you probably won’t enjoy the personal attention of a family member – maybe even have to pay extra for your beers, soft drinks and water – and struggle to understand your driver’s broken English and can’t be certain your snorkel mouthpiece hasn’t been used before!
OR
You can make the smart move and immediately decide about which day you want to take your tour on and instantly check if we are still available.
Then, once you’ve made your booking, you can relax, enjoying the warm feeling of knowing you’ve made a wise choice and start to plan your trip to make it a truly FIVE STAR memory that you’ll always cherish.
Sounds like it an easy choice to make, so I and my family are really looking forward to meeting you and showing you our wonderful island first hand!
Alberto Novelo
Cozumel Off Road
The EXCURSION SUMMARY
- Our Jeeps come with Automatic Transmission.
- All snorkeling gear is provided.
- Meeting Point is across the street from the Cruise Pier.
- Made-to-measure Private Jeep Tours. We are on your time and schedule. Our Itinerary is a suggestion and you can customize it as you wish.
- Yes, our Drivers speak English.
- Our Trips in 2-words: No worries.
TOUR PRICING
You get all this – and much more for just...
Fortunately, we are a small, family owned business so, by booking direct with us, you cut out the middleman and instantly save approximately 40% compared with making a booking via your cruise ship.
And we trim the cost further by having all our bookings online, giving you the added benefit of being able to immediately see if your choice of tour date is available.
Per Person
$79
Adult or Kid
Children from three upwards are allowed to go snorkeling, provided they are closely supervised by a parent at all times.
What’s more - even if you are on your own - you will still enjoy exclusive use of the Jeep, but we will require payment of (2 X $79) = $158, being equivalent of payment for two adults.
Because our goal is your total satisfaction, we ONLY ever take ONE party on each tour – even if you are just one person - you don’t have to risk spoiling your trip of a lifetime by making compromises to accommodate the different choices of another party.
Immediately after your payment is processed you’ll receive a Confirmation Email with full directions to our meeting point, and all your Reservation details.
If you can’t print the Confirmation Email because you don’t have access to a printer, simply make a note of the directions and arrive at our meeting point with your passport or any other photo ID.
Why should the best be reserved for others & not you?
Haven’t you worked hard to afford this trip to Cozumel and so don’t you deserve the best that is on offer?
Because we focus on giving you the highest possible personal experience, seamlessly delivered by our uniquely qualified and highly experienced fluent English speaking speaking drivers, we are strictly limited to only one trip per Jeep per day.
I’d hate for you to be disappointed and miss out on your chosen day, so I urge you to check availability right now, and then go ahead and book your Jeep Tour...
I’ll leave the last words to Robert Sullivan & Stacey Eckord …
Robert Sullivan
Forney, Texas
October 2024
Not only was this cheaper than anything the Cruise Line offered but we had a private tour with our own guide"
We loved this tour and our guide. It was my favorite activity that we did on our cruise. The tour guide was Alberto and he did everything he could to make sure our time was great. He went over the options for the tour and allowed us to choose where we spent more of our time. The beaches he took us to were pristine and very picturesque. He went out of his way to help my wife find a souvenir from the beach.
When we went into Punta Sur he talked to us about the Mayan culture and why they had such little doors. He was also very helpful spotting wildlife we may want to photograph there. The highlight at Punta Sur was seeing two crocodiles with teeth bared and mouth open warning us about what they were capable of.
The view from the top of the lighthouse is spectacular and should not be missed if you are physically able to climb the 100 or so stairs to the top.
After Punta Sur it was about lunch time. We went to a seaside restaurant and had some great tacos.
After lunch was the highlight of our day. Our guide took us into the ocean for snorkeling. We were able to see a puffer fish and stingray in addition to numerous other tropical fish.
The cost of this tour was far cheaper than anything the cruise line was offering through its excursion packages.
Not only was this cheaper but we had a private tour with our own guide. All around this was a great deal. I want to pass on my thanks to everyone that works for this company. Alberto, our tour guide, was a perfect guide. We could not have asked for more out of this experience.
Thanks again and next time we come to Cozumel we are booking this again.
Stacey Eckord
Purcellville, Virginia
October 2024
Such a High Quality Experience for such a Reasonable Price"
We do not like taking the excursions offered by our cruises so we look for local and personalized tour companies.
Cozumel Off Road was great in every way.
Their website, their responsiveness, and especially the driver/guide Alberto, who was just outstanding.
We had never done a private tour before and were a little apprehensive, but we had a great time and really enjoyed being able to set our own pace and the flexibility to spend more time with what we were most interested in.
My husband enjoyed the endless Mexican beer Alberto had on hand, and the Jeep allowed for such a great way to see the island.
The snorkeling was better than we could have imagined with so much to see so close to the beach.
We had the most beautiful drive along the ocean and we stopped along the way at breathtaking and interesting places.
I would highly recommend this tour company. Such a high quality experience for such a reasonable price.
Frequently Asked Questions
The meeting point for cruise passengers is located next door from the Cruise Pier at the Motor Lobby of El Cid La Ceiba Hotel. Please arrange to meet us a full 30 minutes after you are due to dock to allow time for you, and the hundreds of other passengers, to disembark.
The meeting point is located at Motor Lobby of El Cid La Ceiba Hotel, directly next door from the Cruise Pier. Please book your meeting time with us at least ONE HOUR after your ferry is scheduled to depart from Playa del Carmen.
The meeting point for cruise passengers is located next door from the Cruise Pier at the Motor Lobby of El Cid La Ceiba Hotel. You’ll receive full directions with your booking confirmation and any taxi driver will know exactly where to bring you.
You can check our website at any time, night or day, and get a constantly updated completely accurate picture of our availability.
But please note, that can change in a heartbeat.
So – if you see a slot you want – book it right away. Because – as you can imagine- with 80% of our bookings coming from the 20,000 weekly cruise visitors to the island, our very limited maximum capacity of just 22 seats daily a day tend to be taken up very quickly.
As you are coming by cruise ship, even though our meeting point is right by where you arrive, please set the time for us to meet you at least 30 minutes AFTER your scheduled docking time to allow for the delays in disembarkation (remember there will be plenty of other folks all trying to disembark at the same time!).
Fear not, you are our client for the day, so we won’t disappear if you’re a bit late!
You can meet us at any time from 8.00 am to 1.00 pm but please book your meeting time with us at least ONE HOUR AFTER your ferry is scheduled to depart from Playa del Carmen to allow for the crossing time, disembarkation and getting to our meeting point at the ‘Marti Sporting Goods Store’.
Fear not, if you a little late: you are our client for the day, so we won’t disappear if you’re a bit late!
NO. We run private trips only for a very good reason. As a private group, YOU have total control of the day’s program and timings. So just picture how that would change if you had to accommodate another party’s different preferences and timings?
No. Our very reasonable fees cover the day’s hire of the vehicle, driver and all his vast expertise and local knowledge, entry to the Punta Sur Park, hire of the snorkeling equipment and entry to the Cozumel Eco Marine Park plus the lunch.
But, if you choose to visit any attractions with an entrance fee, these are for you to pay. Also the small cost of your ferry or taxi ride are for you to carry.
In that very rare event, we would immediately issue you with a full refund.
No. We have a strict no alcohol policy for ALL our drivers (including my own family). However, we provide cold soft drinks and bottled water, so you won’t go thirsty!