Mexico · BOAT TRIPS IN PLAYA DEL CARMEN
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 boat trips in Playa del Carmen worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Private 48ft yacht from Puerto Aventuras to INAH reef and virgin beach. Snorkel gear, paddleboards, lunch, and drinks in 4 hours.
“Horrible trip. Boat was old and dated only went about 600 yards and docked in a crowded cove with 10 other boats”
Catamaran cruise from Maroma Beach with two reef snorkeling stops, hotel pickup, equipment, drinks, and free beach access for an easy Riviera Maya day.
“The staff was super friendly and energetic. Our tour guide in the water navigated us to some great sea life. Super knowledgeable as well”
Luxury sunset catamaran from Playa del Carmen with hotel pickup, open bar, and light dinner. Smooth sailing, great service, possible crowding.
“Such an amazing trip. The staff were wonderful. The charcuterie plate was incredibly good. Wholly recommend this company for anyone considering a sunset cruise”
ATV or high-speed Wave Runner or speed boat near Playa Maroma, with Maroma Beach access, pickup options, and small-group guidance for $85.
“No experience at all! A scam impression! Meeting time different from communicating so no activity and wasted day!Auto-translated”
Private 38-ft catamaran from Puerto Aventuras: calm Paamul Bay snorkeling, open bar, fresh seafood ceviche, and a crowd-free Caribbean day.
“So so so fun! Such a great crew! Renata and Pollo and the rest of the crew! Great food and atmosphere! Definitely recommend”
Half-day luxury catamaran near Tulum with an open bar, lunch, snorkeling gear, and paddleboards, plus pickup from select meeting points.
“We had a really super day- highlight was the snorkelling - if you are going definitely opt in to go snorkelling. Crew were super friendly and attentive”
Private 47-ft yacht snorkel and beach tour near Playa del Carmen, Puerto Aventuras, with open bar, snorkeling gear, paddleboard, and ceviche.
“We had an incredible time on the boat and can’t say enough good things about the crew. Daniel, Victor, and Alex took such great care of us from start to finish and made the entire day feel relaxed, fun, and effortless.”
Luxury catamaran sailing and snorkeling in Cozumel from Playa del Carmen, with open bar, lunch, paddleboards, and hotel pickup.
“The crew was awesome!! Lunch was good, cocktails flowed easily. The reef could have been better. 8/10”
4-hour private catamaran charter from Puerto Aventuras to Paamul Bay, with snorkeling, open bar, and lunch for up to 15.
“We had a group of 6 for a girls trip and this experience did NOT disappoint. Was the best thing we did on our entire trip to Mexico. Cannot recommend enough. Boat crew was extremely attentive and fun, food was wonderful and the boat was stunning.”
Private 42-foot Azimut yacht from Puerto Aventuras near Tulum, with In-Ha reef snorkeling, homemade ceviche, and unlimited drinks.
“The crew was absolutely amazing and so nice. They really went above and beyond,”
Private 4-hour Azimut yacht snorkeling from Puerto Aventuras with an open bar, ceviche lunch, and reef encounters with sea turtles and stingrays.
“Pablo made sure all of our requests were fulfilled and the captain Chris helped make it a memorable trip. The boat was lovely, the ceviche was delicious and the water was beautiful. I would 100% do that trip again.”
Private 40-foot catamaran from Puerto Aventuras to In-Ha Reef with snorkeling, ceviche, unlimited drinks, and a no-stress half day on the water.
“The boat was nice, the people were friendly, but the drinks were really poor quality, for the amount of money we paid, there was really bad alcohol and hardly any food. At the end we were asked to pay a US$260 tip. We prepared to pay some tip, but not $260! it was only 3+hours and we hardly interact with the crew. All they did was make a couple of drinks (we are not heavy drinkers) and a ceviche. We had to complain about the captain driving too fast. The service we got was not at all worth $260! Besides, they shouldn't be setting the amount of tip that we…”
Boat from Playa del Carmen to Punta Allen in Sián Ka'an: wildlife spotting, reef snorkeling, natural pool swim, and village lunch.
“Excellent guide, driver, and captains. Dolphins, a turtle, baby crocodiles, frigates, ospreys and nest, good snorkeling, good lunch. Highly recommended. Make sure you get the tour with less driving and more boat time. We drove less than 20 min from the biosphere entrance.”
Private 50-foot Azimut yacht tour in the Riviera Maya, snorkeling with sea turtles, ceviche lunch, and an open bar on a calm, crewed ride.
“We were a party of 11 & overall enjoyed ourselves. Crew made sure we were comfortable and very nice!”
4-hour private 44-foot catamaran from Puerto Aventuras to In-Ha reef, with snorkeling, open bar, lunch, and ceviche.
“Overall it was a good experience. There were just a few things that needed improving. There were ants in the kitchen area. I think it is time for extermination. The boat needs a little updating, but still comfortable. The food was good and plenty of it. The staff was nice and made sure we were taken care of. Also, it is important to say that prior to the trip, I communicated with the staff often and they responded promptly and was able to accommodate my requests.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
