5H private 50′ Yacht All-Inclusive from Tulum & Playa del Carmen

The best part of this five-hour cruise is the mix of private yacht time and easy ocean fun. You leave Puerto Aventuras aboard a 50-foot Azimut, snorkel near turtles and reef fish at In-Ha, then finish at shallow La Bocana with ceviche, music, and drinks.

I like the fresh shrimp and fish ceviche, plus the freedom to stay aboard if you do not want to snorkel. I also like having a restroom, towels, life jackets, and an open bar included. The main consideration is space: a group of 13 found the yacht less comfortable than expected, so I would aim for 10 people or fewer if you want room to spread out.

Key points to know before you book

• In-Ha is the main snorkeling stop: Calm, clear water brings chances to see turtles, tropical fish, rays, and reef life.
• La Bocana is the relaxed finale: Its shallow water works well for floating, eating ceviche, listening to music, and enjoying the last part of the cruise.
• Your group gets the yacht to itself: The private setup avoids the crowded feel of a large shared boat.
• Fresh food is prepared aboard: Shrimp and fish ceviche, chips, snacks, and other requested meals are part of the experience.
• The open bar runs throughout the trip: Tequila, rum, vodka, Mexican beer, soft drinks, juice, and bottled water are included.
• Plan for extra costs: Transportation to Puerto Aventuras is not included, and the dock fee is $20 per person.

A private yacht day from Puerto Aventuras

This tour begins at the Riviera Elite marina office on Avenida Bahia Yanten in Puerto Aventuras, between Tulum and Playa del Carmen. From there, your private group boards an Azimut yacht and heads north along the Riviera Maya coast.

The private format changes the mood. You are not joining a large party boat with a fixed social scene and strangers around you. You can settle into your own rhythm, play music, eat when you like, and choose how much time to spend in the water.

The crew handles the practical work. They serve drinks and food, provide snorkel equipment and life jackets, and help guide you around the reef. On one especially praised outing, the crew included Luis, Arianna, Eddie, and Pollo, with the group singling out their friendly service and cooking. Crew assignments can vary, so treat those names as a useful example rather than a guarantee.

The boat has a restroom, which matters on a five-hour outing. Towels are supplied too, so you can swim without packing a wet beach towel for the ride home.

The hour-long cruise to In-Ha

The first leg takes about an hour. That may sound like a long transfer to the first activity, but it is part of the experience. You get time to settle into the yacht, enjoy the coastline, order a drink, and let the crew prepare the first snacks and ceviche.

The pace is deliberately easy. This is not a quick run from one activity to another. You spend much of the day on the water, with the boat itself serving as the setting for lunch, conversation, music, and sunbathing.

The coast can be choppy when the weather turns. One family found the sea rough enough to make one passenger feel unwell, although the crew helped him recover. If you are prone to motion sickness, this is worth considering before booking. The tour requires good weather, and poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund.

Snorkeling at In-Ha

In-Ha is a semi-sheltered reef area with calm, clear water. It is the most active part of the day, and the main reason to bring people who want more than a scenic cruise.

You can expect to swim with sea turtles, colorful tropical fish, and other reef life. Some groups have also seen rays and large numbers of fish. The crew can swim out with you and point out what to look for, which adds confidence once you are in the water.

I would not treat this as a formal beginner snorkeling lesson. One group found that first-time snorkelers needed to teach themselves before getting comfortable. If anyone in your party is new to snorkeling, help them with the mask, fins, breathing, and basic water confidence before leaving shore.

You do not have to enter the water. The yacht remains available for anyone who prefers to sunbathe, sip a drink, eat snacks, or simply watch the swimmers. That flexibility is useful for mixed groups, especially when some people want reef time and others would rather stay dry.

Snorkel equipment and life jackets are included. Towels are also provided, but you should still bring sun protection and any personal items you need for comfort. The supplied information does not specify whether reef-safe sunscreen is required, so ask the operator before departure if that matters to you.

Ceviche, snacks, and the onboard bar

Food is more than an afterthought here. The crew prepares shrimp and fish ceviche aboard the yacht, along with chips and other snacks. The kitchen can also handle vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary needs if you explain them when booking.

Past groups have also enjoyed guacamole, aqua chile, and burgers. One family specifically praised the guacamole and ceviche, while another group enjoyed burgers prepared by the crew. These details suggest that the food can go beyond a basic packaged lunch, but you should request particular dishes in advance rather than assume they will appear automatically.

The open bar includes tequila, rum, vodka, Mexican beer, bottled water, soft drinks, and juice. That is a strong value point for a private charter, since drinks can quickly add to the cost of a day on the water.

Still, unlimited alcohol deserves some common sense. You will be moving around on a boat, swimming near a reef, and spending hours in the sun. Eat first, drink water, and keep a sensible balance if you plan to snorkel. The minimum drinking age is 18.

La Bocana, the shallow-water finale

After the reef stop, the yacht moves to La Bocana. The water here is shallow and clear, making it less about active snorkeling and more about relaxing in the sea.

This is where you can eat ceviche in the water, have another drink, and enjoy music from the boat. The description of this stop as a finale party is fair, but the tone depends on your group. Your private party can make it lively, quiet, musical, or simply lazy.

La Bocana works well because it gives the day a second kind of water experience. In-Ha is for swimming and spotting marine life. La Bocana is for standing or floating in shallow water with lunch in hand. That contrast keeps the half-day from feeling like one repeated swim stop.

If you do not want to enter the water, you can remain aboard. The crew continues to serve drinks and food, and the yacht offers a comfortable base for watching the rest of your group.

The cruise back to Puerto Aventuras

The return is a slow cruise to the marina, with time to keep using the open bar and take in the Riviera Maya coastline. By this point, you have already finished the main activities, so the ride back feels less like transportation and more like a final hour aboard a private boat.

That matters when you compare this trip with a short snorkeling excursion. You are paying not only for time in the water, but also for the yacht, crew, food, drinks, and private setting over roughly five hours.

Fishing is also offered during the cruise. The boat can troll along the route, and anything you catch may be prepared onboard with the chef’s family sauce. Fishing is an optional extra activity rather than the core purpose of the trip, so I would book this primarily for snorkeling and the yacht experience.

How much space do you really get?

The yacht is described as a private 50-foot Azimut, and the private setup is one of the strongest reasons to choose it. Your group controls the atmosphere, and the crew can focus on your needs instead of managing a large mixed crowd.

Group size still matters. A group of 13 felt that the boat would have been more comfortable with 10 or fewer people, even though the capacity was presented as up to 15. That is useful advice. Fifteen may be possible, but possible and pleasant are not the same thing.

For a family or group of five to eight, the yacht should feel much more generous. An eight-person group found the boat clean and comfortable, with plenty of appeal in having the whole vessel to itself. At 11, the experience can still work well, but you should expect a more social, less spacious day.

Before booking, count everyone who will be aboard, including children and adults who may not snorkel. The private price is often easier to justify when divided among a larger group, but the comfort level may improve as the group gets smaller.

Who gets the best value from this charter?

I would recommend this for families, birthday groups, couples traveling with friends, and anyone who wants a special half-day at sea without joining a crowded boat. It is particularly useful for mixed groups because snorkelers and non-swimmers can enjoy the same outing.

The food and open bar improve the value for groups that would otherwise spend extra on lunch and drinks. The private yacht also gives you a more personal setting than a standard shared excursion.

This is less suitable if your main goal is a long, serious snorkeling session. About an hour is spent reaching In-Ha, and the day includes cruising, eating, drinking, and La Bocana. You get a broad leisure experience rather than maximum time at one reef.

It may also be a poor fit for someone who dislikes boats, gets seasick, or wants a tightly scheduled program with lots of instruction. The crew can assist in the water, but the outing is built around relaxed enjoyment, not a formal snorkeling class.

Transport, dock fees, and practical costs

Transportation to Puerto Aventuras is not included. The price varies according to your exact location, so check the pickup cost before you compare the total with other yacht charters.

There is also a $20 dock fee per person. This is easy to overlook because it is separate from the tour price. Add it to your budget at the start, especially for a large family or group.

The meeting point is Riviera Elite: Yachts in Tulum and Playa del Carmen, at Av. Bahia Yanten Manzana 33, Lot 9, Local 12, Puerto Aventuras, Quintana Roo 77750. The tour ends at the same marina.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability. Children and young adults under 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult. Service animals are allowed, and the meeting point is near public transportation.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside 24 hours are not accepted for a refund. Since the tour depends on good weather, the operator offers another date or a full refund if conditions force a cancellation.

What to bring for a better day

The operator supplies snorkel gear, life jackets, towels, food, drinks, and fishing gear. I would still pack a few basics:

• Reef-friendly sun protection
• A swimsuit and dry change of clothes
• Sunglasses with a strap
• A hat that will stay secure in the wind
• Any medication you may need
• A waterproof phone pouch

Ask about dietary needs when you book. Vegetarian and vegan meals are available, but advance notice is important. If you want a particular lunch item, such as burgers, make that request early rather than waiting until you board.

Also set expectations within your group. The crew is there to serve and assist, but you will get more from the day if everyone understands the basic snorkeling plan and is comfortable sharing the yacht’s space.

Should you book the private Azimut yacht?

Book this tour if you want a polished half-day on the Caribbean with your own group, fresh food, drinks, and two different water stops. The strongest features are the private boat, friendly crew service, onboard cooking, turtle snorkeling at In-Ha, and the freedom to make La Bocana as quiet or festive as you like.

I would choose it for a group of eight or fewer, or for a larger party that values privacy more than personal space. Before paying, confirm transportation, add the $20 per-person dock fee, disclose dietary needs, and ask about the day’s weather.

Skip it if you want the cheapest possible snorkeling trip, a formal lesson, or a full day focused only on reef time. For everyone else, this is a well-rounded yacht outing that makes the boat, the meal, and the sea part of the same experience.

FAQ

Where does the yacht tour begin?

The tour begins at Riviera Elite: Yachts in Tulum and Playa del Carmen, located at Av. Bahia Yanten Manzana 33, Lot 9, Local 12, 77750 Puerto Aventuras, Quintana Roo, Mexico.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the Puerto Aventuras meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The yacht experience lasts approximately five hours.

Is transportation included?

No. Private transportation is not included. The price varies depending on your exact pickup location.

Is there an additional dock fee?

Yes. The dock fee is $20 per person.

What food and drinks are included?

The tour includes shrimp and fish ceviche, chips, other snacks, and an open bar with tequila, rum, vodka, Mexican beer, bottled water, soft drinks, and juice. Other lunch requests can be made in advance.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkel gear, life jackets, and towels are provided. Fishing gear is also available.

Can children join the tour?

Yes. Children and young adults under 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult. The minimum drinking age is 18.