The 6 Best Boat Tours in 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

Spend four private hours aboard a 48-foot yacht from Puerto Aventuras, with Captain Francisco and a host-led crew guiding your group to the INAH reef and a quiet beach. Snorkel, paddleboard, eat fresh ceviche and guacamole, and enjoy an open bar for up to 14 people.

“Horrible trip. Boat was old and dated only went about 600 yards and docked in a crowded cove with 10 other boats”

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

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

From Maroma Beach, you sail by catamaran to two snorkeling sites with an English or Spanish-speaking crew. Guides such as Carlos, Nato, Juan Carlos, and Luciano have helped guests spot marine life. Gear, water, soft drinks, and beer after snorkeling are included, but bring cash for the $15 marina fee.

“The beach was clean and not crowded. I would have liked other beer options. But, snorkeling and the staff were good.”

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

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

Board a luxury catamaran at Puerto Aventuras Marina for a two-hour sunset sail along the Riviera Maya coast. You’ll get hotel pickup, an open bar, fruit and charcuterie, and attentive bilingual crew. Named crew members have included Paola, Martin, Mario, and Celine, though staffing can change.

“The whole trip was wonderful. They pick you up at your hotel and take you to a beautiful beach. After getting on the boat there was an open bar with great drinks and plenty of room to walk around and enjoy the gorgeous sights and refreshing ocean breeze. The staff was excellent and we met some wonderful new friends onboard. We would definitely do this again; it was perfect.”

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4.ATV or Speed Boat or Wave Runner with Beach Club In Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 315 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

At Playa Maroma, choose an ATV route through mangroves, rainforest, and beach, or drive a Wave Runner or Speed Boat in a guided coastal caravan toward the Great Mayan Reef. Your English or Spanish guide provides safety instructions, equipment, and beach access.

“No experience at all! A scam impression! Meeting time different from communicating so no activity and wasted day!Auto-translated”

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

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

Spend about four hours aboard a luxury catamaran near Puerto Aventuras, with snorkeling, paddleboards, lunch, and an open bar. The crew, including guides such as Matt, Clemente, Matteo, and Güero, keeps the mood lively. Pickup uses nearby meeting points around Tulum, not always your hotel door.

“Great activity and crew. Thank you Jose, Isaac & George! We will be definitely be back. Great organization and communication.”

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6.From Puerto Aventuras: Share Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · from $125

Sail for four hours from Puerto Aventuras on a 65-foot catamaran, snorkel at the INAH reef with guides, then enjoy a BBQ lunch and open bar. The shared boat may hold more than 10 people, so confirm group size before booking. Spanish, English, and German support is available.

“BEWARE! We drove an hour to get to this activity and they turned us away saying they had a private party? They didn’t even bother to look at our reservation or even offer us any help as to why or how to rebook or even seem to care in the slightest just walked away from us. Just crazy!”

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