Riviera Maya · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS

The 15 Best Boat Trips on the Riviera Maya

80 tours  ·  from $16 a head

Half of this coast only makes sense from the water. The 15 below run from a two-hour reef snorkel to a full day under sail with lunch aboard, each priced and clear about how much swimming time you really get.

4 hours - Private 48ft Yacht all inclusive in Tulum and Playa del Carmen - The cruise to the INAH coral reef
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4 hours – Private 48ft Yacht all inclusive in Tulum and Playa del Carmen

1.4 hours – Private 48ft Yacht all inclusive in Tulum and Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 443 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Our pick

Review of Playacht’s private 48-foot yacht from Puerto Aventuras, with snorkeling, a beach stop, lunch, drinks, paddleboards, and optional Tulum pickup.

“This crew was so attentive, we felt like we were celebrities. Francisco, the Captain extraordinaire, Ronald, the 5 star chef, and William, the Man with the Plan, Concierge to solve any problems—which there were none! These gents were very knowledgeable of the area and the weather conditions so we felt safe with whatever recommendations they gave us for swimming and snorkeling. The food was freshly made (on the boat) and outstanding! Guacamole, shrimp ceviche and chicken fajitas with some lightly charred tortillas…yum!!! It was a perfect compliment to the unreal scenery around us. 10/10 recommend!”

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Catamaran Cruise in Riviera Maya With Snorkeling & Beach Club - Two reef stops with an attentive water guide
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Catamaran Cruise in Riviera Maya With Snorkeling & Beach Club

2.Catamaran Cruise in Riviera Maya With Snorkeling & Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 440 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $85

Review of Riviera Maya’s Maroma catamaran cruise, with guided reef snorkeling, drinks, hotel transfers, beach access, costs, and practical tips.

“The snorkeling tour itself was good and we had a good time. Unfortunately the $10 credit per person for the Maroma Beach Club was not valid as the facility told us that they do not honor the credit with the snorkeling tour. They do for other tours but not snorkeling.”

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Riviera Maya Luxury Sunset Sailing plus Light Dinner and Open Bar - What the two-hour sailing feels like
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Riviera Maya Luxury Sunset Sailing plus Light Dinner and Open Bar

3.Riviera Maya Luxury Sunset Sailing plus Light Dinner and Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 424 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $109

Review of Riviera Maya’s two-hour sunset catamaran cruise, with hotel transfers, open bar, light dinner, service notes, and booking advice.

“We've experienced several catamaran sunset cruises. This was "ok" at best. Nothing special. The boat, a nice catamaran, was small and cramped for 30 people. It's suited for 15-20. The cabin area below was cramped. Food was limited. The charcuterie board that the crew served was so-so. The meats and cheese had little flavor. The bread was stale. The only crackers served were Ritz. The best aspect of this cruise is that the crew served drinks regularly. They told us nothing about the area - only safety precautions and crew introductions at the beginning, and a "thank you" and long-winded pitch for tips at the end. When booking for boat…”

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Tulum: Mayan Ruins & Sian Kaan Tour with Boat Ride and Lunch - Walking Through the Mayan Archaeological Zone
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Tulum: Mayan Ruins & Sian Kaan Tour with Boat Ride and Lunch

Private 40' Bali Catamaran – Drinks & Food Included - The four-hour Coast & Fun route
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Private 40′ Bali Catamaran – Drinks & Food Included

ATV or Speed Boat or Wave Runner with Beach Club In Riviera Maya - ATV route through mangroves, rainforest, and beach
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ATV or Speed Boat or Wave Runner with Beach Club In Riviera Maya

4H Private 38'Catamaran All-Inclusive in Tulum & Playa del Carmen - Food, cocktails, and the rhythm of the afternoon
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4H Private 38’Catamaran All-Inclusive in Tulum & Playa del Carmen

DIVA 60ft Elite Italian Yacht Experience in Cancun - What the price means for a group of 15
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DIVA 60ft Elite Italian Yacht Experience in Cancun

8.DIVA 60ft Elite Italian Yacht Experience in Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 286 reviews · 1 to 8 hours (approx.)

Charter Cancun’s 60-foot DIVA yacht for a private Caribbean cruise, with snorkeling, Isla Mujeres, drinks, crew, and flexible hours.

“Anselmo, Marisol and Anthony did a wonderful job of taking care of all of us. They were very attentive to our needs and were super kind and friendly! The boat was very clean. We had a wonderful day on the water!”

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From Tulum: Sian Kaan Boat Trip Adventure with Lunch - The 45-minute ride from Tulum
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From Tulum: Sian Kaan Boat Trip Adventure with Lunch

9.Sian Kaan Boat Trip Adventure with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 283 reviews · 10 hours · from $254

Review of the Sian Ka’an boat trip from Tulum, with wildlife, snorkeling, lunch, practical costs, transport, and honest advice.

“Kenia and Ursula were amazing guides! I had the best day ever and saw so many beautiful creatures in their natural habitat. Kenia was so good about teaching us about the nature, fun facts and why conservation is so important. She really made this experience 10/10 for me.”

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Half-Day Luxury Sailing Experience in Tulum with Open Bar - Meeting at Súper Akí and getting to the marina
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Half-Day Luxury Sailing Experience in Tulum with Open Bar

10.Half-Day Luxury Sailing Experience in Tulum with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 250 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $149

Review of Tulum’s half-day luxury catamaran tour with snorkeling, paddleboards, lunch, open bar, transport, and practical booking advice.

“The positive. The tour operator (Clement) and staff is what made this cruise exceptional. They were informative, helpful, energetic and fun. Views were gorgeous, snorkeling was fun, food was great and drinks were on point. I would say that this was the highlight of my trip to Tulum and definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing boat/catamaran ride. The negative. It was our first day in Tulum and so getting to the meeting point was a little difficult for us. Instead of assist us with how to get there we were berated and disprespected by whoever operates the Paradise Adventours CUSTOMER CARE Whatsapp AND CUSTOMER CARE Viator accounts…”

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4 hours snorkel & beach tour - Private Yacht 47 ft - Fresh lunch and an open bar that suits a celebration
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4 hours snorkel & beach tour – Private Yacht 47 ft

11.4 hours snorkel & beach tour – Private Yacht 47 ft

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 249 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Review of Playacht’s private 47-foot yacht tour from Puerto Aventuras, with snorkeling, beach time, lunch, open bar, and paddleboarding.

“Francisco, Valérie and Felix were wonderful guides. I went with my 3 sister and 4 nieces, ages 32 to 69. We were treated like royalty. Felix showed the best spot to see the fish and we spotted a turtle and stingray. For me it was a trip of a lifetime.”

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Cozumel Luxury Sailing & Snorkeling with Lunch and Open Bar Onboard - Crossing from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel
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Cozumel Luxury Sailing & Snorkeling with Lunch and Open Bar Onboard

12.Cozumel Luxury Sailing & Snorkeling with Lunch and Open Bar Onboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 244 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Cozumel catamaran sailing review: snorkeling, lunch, open bar, paddleboards, ferry logistics, costs, and practical booking advice.

“The trip itself was wonderful. The logistics surrounding the trip were a little ridiculous. For an 8:30 departure from the dock, we were picked up at our hotel at 6:30AM and driven to a ferry a few miles down the road (when there was a ferry RIGHT NEXT to our hotel). We stood around waiting to sign in for ferry tickets, stood around waiting to board the ferry, and stood around waiting to board the catamaran. It seems like we could have all gotten another hour of sleep instead.”

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Tulum: Leopard 51′ Yacht with Gourmet Dining & Water Toys - Four hours of Caribbean coast and reef time
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Tulum: Leopard 51′ Yacht with Gourmet Dining & Water Toys

13.Leopard 51′ Yacht with Gourmet Dining & Water Toys

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 239 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Review of Tulum’s private Leopard 51 yacht cruise with reef snorkeling, chef-prepared food, open bar, and water toys for up to 10.

“Wonderful experience from start to finish. The staff were anticipatory of needs and professional in every sense of the word. The concierge service worked with my clients directly to determine their preferences. VIP in the truest sense. I look forward to working with them again.”

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4H Lux 40' Catamaran All-Inclusive in Tulum and Playa del Carmen. - Lunch, ceviche, and the open bar
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4H Lux 40′ Catamaran All-Inclusive in Tulum and Playa del Carmen.

14.4H Lux 40′ Catamaran All-Inclusive in Tulum and Playa del Carmen.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 218 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Review of a private 40-foot catamaran from Puerto Aventuras to Paamul, with snorkeling, beach time, ceviche, lunch, and an open bar.

“This is an incredible excursion. I honestly cannot speak highly enough of Vicki and her crew for taking care of our every need and making sure we had the best experience! We took this trip as part of my best friend's bachelorette trip with 6 women all together, and we felt safe and secure. Water's were choppy that day, as Vicki made sure we were aware of, and our bride got seasick. The crew made sure she was comfortable and gave us options to move to calmer water, which we did and had a blast! The drinks were delicious, especially the Palomas Vicki makes :) and the ceviche was so…”

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4H 42' Azimut Yacht All-Inclusive from Tulum & Playa del Carmen. - Ceviche, snacks, and an open bar
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4H 42′ Azimut Yacht All-Inclusive from Tulum & Playa del Carmen.

15.4H 42′ Azimut Yacht All-Inclusive from Tulum & Playa del Carmen.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 213 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Cruise a 42-foot Azimut from Puerto Aventuras to In-Ha for reef snorkeling, fresh ceviche, open-bar drinks, and a private four-hour escape.

“The service was amazing! The food was delicious, the drinks were flowing, and the crew was always helpful and attentive. This host Vicky was phenomenal! She was so much fun and so helpful. I would come back!”

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