4 Boat Tours in Tulum to Build a Day Around

1.Mayan Ruins & Sian Kaan Tour with Boat Ride and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 423 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $169Our pick

Visit the Tulum area’s Mayan ruins with guides such as Alondra, Niko, or Lea, eat a Mexican lunch, then cruise between Sian Kaan lagoons and float through clear mangrove canals. Choose the full tour with transfers or the shorter lazy-river option from central Tulum.

“We did the half day tour - choosing to go only to the Sian Ka'an Reserve and float down the canals. Alonzo was our fabulous guide - very friendly, helpful and we heard him speak 4 languages - maybe he knows more. The 'float' was the highlight our our week in Tulum, the water and air temperatures were perfect in the canal. We would highly recommend the tour and ask for Alonzo!”

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2.Private 40′ Bali Catamaran – Drinks & Food Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 348 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Top rated

Sail a private 40-foot Bali catamaran from Puerto Aventuras into the Mexican Caribbean for about four hours. Your group of up to 10 gets snorkeling gear, a gourmet lunch menu, snacks, desserts, and a premium bar. Bring your own music for a relaxed celebration at sea.

“Wonderful crew. Beautiful surroundings. Played our own music, had good food and drinks. Lovely way to end our Mexico trip. Highly recommend.”

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3.Sian Kaan Boat Trip Adventure with Lunch

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

Travel from Tulum into Sian Ka’an with guides such as Martin, Miguel, Lea, or Cristina, then explore lagoons, mangroves, reef waters, and Punta Allen by boat. Expect wildlife, a sandbar swim, lunch, and conservation-focused commentary, though wind may cancel snorkeling.

“Well what can I say? the only word is WOW! This trip was the best trip we have done, and we have done so many trips in out time all over the world but this cannot be topped. Our guides were absolutely amazing and full of knowledge. They made our trip feel very safe. We managed to see Crocodiles, Dolphins, Sea Turtle, many species of birds and not forgetting the Manatees. If you skeptical of booking because of the price please don't hesitate as its worth every single penny. Thank you for the most wonderful day.”

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

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

Spend four hours aboard a private Leopard 51 catamaran from Puerto Aventuras. You’ll sail to the Mexican Caribbean reef, snorkel with provided gear, enjoy chef-prepared food and an open bar, then relax with paddleboards, floaties, towels, and a mat float.

“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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