CocoCay in depth: beach club, balloon and snorkel

A full day on the private island: beach club, tethered balloon flight, reef snorkelling and a quiet afternoon at South Beach.

ExploraGo Team

Published on October 20, 2026

Duration: 7 to 14 hours
Budget: Premium
Best for: Couple
Style: aventura
Season: Year-round

Stops

1
transporte
CocoCay Pier
20 min · Included · According to the cruise itinerary
The north pier puts you straight onto the island; on a long day like this it pays to start early and carry water.
Tips
Bring a refillable bottle and reef-safe sunscreen.
Leave the big towel on the ship and travel light.
Take care
The sun is intense for most of the day.
The all-aboard time is announced on board and is usually strict.
Walk · 20 min
2
actividad
Coco Beach Club
150 min · Access at extra cost · According to club booking
Beach club at the eastern end with a pool, spacious loungers and dining service; it is booked separately from the general pass.
Tips
Book ahead if you travel in high season.
The pool area is usually quieter than the beach.
Take care
Walk-in access can close when occupancy is high.
Walk · 8 min
3
mirador
Up, Up and Away
30 min · Flight at extra cost · Subject to wind conditions
Tethered balloon that rises above the island; on clear days you can see the ship, the reef and the outline of the Berry Islands.
Tips
Ride early, when the wind is usually steadier.
Keep your phone on a lanyard.
Take care
Flights stop in strong wind or storms.
Not suitable for anyone afraid of heights.
Walk · 8 min
4
naturaleza
Reef snorkel area
120 min · Gear at extra cost · Daytime, with favourable tide
Shallow reef with colourful fish and sunken remains; the water is usually clearest early and around low tide.
Tips
Wear a life vest even if you swim well.
Do not touch the coral or rest on the rocks.
Take care
There can be current at the edge of the reef.
Stay out when a caution flag is flying.
Walk · 18 min
5
naturaleza
South Beach
150 min · Free access · Open during the day
End the day on the southern beach, with wide sand and gentler current; ideal for a walk before returning to the pier.
Tips
Walk west for a different view of the island.
There is a bar by the beach for a last drink.
Take care
Allow at least twenty minutes to get back to the pier.