Private Catamaran Charters in Jamaica: the 7 Best Days on the Water

1.3.5hr Private Catamaran Cruise with Snorkeling, DJ, Bar, Food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews Our pick

Take a private 3.5-hour catamaran cruise from Freeport, Montego Bay, for up to 10 people. Expect snorkeling gear, mimosas, rum, tequila, vodka, beer, two hors d’oeuvres, packaged snacks, and a DJ. Captain CJ and DJ Quan are names associated with especially strong service, though crew assignments may vary.

“Our crew from Aristo Kat Tours were phenomenal!!!! We loved every part of our experience. The snorkeling experience was good. The Lifeguard was patient and very helpful. The DJ was a vibe!!!”

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2.Sail Away in Montego Bay on a Private Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews

Sail Montego Bay’s coast aboard a private catamaran for up to 12 people with Captain Peter and the Gypsy Sails crew. Swim, snorkel, play your own music, and enjoy an open bar, fruit, Jamaican patties, smoked marlin dip, and the Tipsy Gypsy cocktail.

“Sailing on the catamaran was the highlight of our time in Jamaica. Capitan Peter and his crew were excellent. Would highly recommend!!”

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3.Negril PRIVATE CHARTER Catamaran (rate for 21 persons)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $2,800

Charter a private catamaran from Negril for about four hours, with snorkeling gear, unlimited drinks, and stops at coral gardens, sea caves, and Rick’s Café. Captain TJ and Amanda are noted for warm service and careful planning. Negril pickup is included, with added fees from selected resorts and Montego Bay.

“Absolutely perfect day on the catamaran with our family. Amanda was the tour operator who communicated with us very well. Timely and friendly staff to make the day perfect. Amanda even made the invites for the rest of our family to send out to which was a great extra touch ❤️”

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4.Negril Private Day Tour: ATV Ride, Party Catamaran & Ricks Cafe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $150Best value

Travel from Montego Bay to Negril in private air-conditioned transport, ride an ATV through Green Island, then board a shared party catamaran from Seven Mile Beach. Expect snorkeling, music, rum and vodka mixes, and a stop at Rick’s Cafe for cliff jumps and sunset views. Kimani and Demar are among the guides named in guest feedback.

“We had a great time on the tour. We did ATV, which was my first time, and then afterwards we did the push carts. Our tour guides were Kimani and Demar! They were awesome, really nice guys, they shared good information with us and even gave us some tips healthy foods.”

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5.Private Tour to Negril w/ Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 6 hours · from $253

Travel privately from Montego Bay with Odaine Delight Tours to Negril’s Seven Mile Beach, Margaritaville, a snorkeling catamaran, and Rick’s Cafe. Expect a long road journey, a party boat with rum punch, reef time, cliff jumping, and flexible pickup from Rick’s Cafe.

“Although I think the tour description could be more detailed all the surprises were good surprises for the most part. The catamaran cruise included free rum punch and snorkeling equipment was provided. We were given over an hour to snorkel on the reef and ended up seeing a large spotted Eagle ray which was a highlight of our trip. Ricks cafe is not what it sounds like at all. It’s a cliff divers paradise in paradise with a Vegas pool party vibe. We had a wonderful time jumping and lounging in the pool. Tip for travelers would be to take advantage of having a private driver on the long 2…”

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6.Montego Bay Private Afternoon Catamaran Open Bar and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Set sail from 2 Kent Ave at 3:00 pm for a three-hour private catamaran cruise. You’ll snorkel in Montego Bay Marine Park, enjoy Red Stripe, rum punch, snacks, reggae, Jamaican dance lessons, and a ladies’ foot massage before returning to shore.

“We’ve used Boat Trips Punta Cana before and had an amazing experience, so when we saw they also operate in Jamaica, we knew we had to book with them—and they did not disappoint!”

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7.2.5hr Private Catamaran Cruise with Snorkeling, Bar, Food

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Sail privately from Montego Bay Yacht Club for 2.5 hours with up to 10 people. Aristo Kat Tours provides snorkeling gear, rum punch, beer, soda, water, snacks, two light bites, music, and time near Doctor’s Cave Beach. Bring your own towel and plan gratuity separately.

“Amazing Crew!! It was 18 of us and they made sure we all had a great time! I would recommend this experience to everyone.”

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