Private Catamaran Charters in Mexico: the 14 Best Days on the Water

1.Lagoon 39ft Private Catamaran 5hr – El Cielo Full Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 600 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) Our pick

Spend five hours aboard a private Lagoon 39 catamaran from Cozumel’s Fonatur Marina. Your captain and crew plan the day around snorkeling, El Cielo, paddleboarding, and sandbar time, while serving lunch, snacks, and top-shelf drinks for groups of up to 15.

“Had an amazing time at El Cielo with the family. Saw lots of fish, rays and barracuda. These guys are first class and do a great job from the equipment, to the food, safety and making sure the experience is enjoyable. Thank you Hugo, Diego, and Captain Edwin for making amazing memories.”

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2.Private Catamaran from Cancun to Isla Mujeres for up to 13 People

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 497 reviews · 4 to 7 hours (approx.)

Sail from Marina Las Perlas toward Isla Mujeres on a private catamaran with snorkeling gear, an open bar, and a crew that can shape the day around your group. Fernando, Willy, Victor, and other guides have earned praise for attentive service. Choose a four-hour outing or allow up to seven hours for more time afloat.

“The group had a great time! Very attentive crew and the snorkeling was fantastic. They were very accommodating and we all enjoyed ourselves”

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

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

Charter a private 40-foot Bali catamaran for up to 10 people from Puerto Aventuras. Spend about four hours sailing toward the Mexican Caribbean reef, snorkeling with provided equipment, and enjoying a gourmet lunch, premium bar, and your own music in a relaxed group setting.

“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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4.Premium Isla Mujeres Tour by Private Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 336 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Sail from Playa Tortugas to Isla Mujeres aboard a private catamaran for up to 14 people. You’ll snorkel near El Meco, explore the island, and enjoy an open bar on the return. The crew can tailor the day, though food, port fees, and comfortable seating require attention.

“I will start by saying that the experience was fun, but being put under pressure to write a good review for a trip advisor, prior to leaving the excursion, left a very sour taste in our mouths. To start with, the boat is just ok. It’s not anything great. There is not much seating other than the net. The seating that is available, is not very comfortable. I would not recommend this for older adults or anyone with any kind of mobility issues. We chose the option to get food included with the tour. This really just involved getting walked to a restaurant on Isla Mujeres that had a buffet.…”

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5.Private Catamaran Escape for 2–6 Guests: Celebrate Your Way

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 321 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Spend 3.5 hours on a private Cabo boat with up to six people, stopping at the Arch, Lover’s Beach, Medano Bay, and Pelican Rock. Guides such as Alex, Hacho, Gustavo, Alan, and Max have helped create relaxed outings with snorkeling, wildlife watching, music, drinks, and time to swim.

“Outstanding overall experience. Alan and Balto made sure we had a great time. I highly recommend this tour for any group type.”

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6.4H Private 38’Catamaran All-Inclusive in Tulum & Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend four hours aboard a private 38-foot catamaran from Puerto Aventuras, sailing to calm Paamul Bay for snorkeling and a fresh seafood lunch. The crew, including Captain Pollo, Renata, Angel, and others, serves ceviche, guacamole, cocktails, and soft drinks for your group.

“So so so fun! Such a great crew! Renata and Pollo and the rest of the crew! Great food and atmosphere! Definitely recommend”

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7.Private Catamaran from Cancun to Isla Mujeres | For up to 25 ppl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 236 reviews · 4 to 7 hours (approx.)

Charter a private catamaran from Marina Las Perlas for 4 to 7 hours. Snorkel at Manchones Reef and the underwater museum, swim at Playa Norte, enjoy the open bar, and add Isla Mujeres time on the longer outing. Crews may include Miguel, Victor, Cesar, or Bob.

“A+ trip! Turquoise blue water! Awesome having a private boat be being with a crowd. Would definitely go again.”

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8.Cabo San Lucas All-Inclusive Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours aboard a private Papillon Yachts catamaran in Cabo San Lucas. Your crew handles drinks, lunch, and gear while you snorkel, paddleboard, kayak, swim, or relax near El Arco, Playa de los Amantes, and Medano Beach. Whale trips run from December through March.

“High school graduation celebration trip with Moms and Sons. We had a wonderful time on the catamaran and the staff were amazing. Thank you for a memorable time! Jenelle H.”

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9.Isla Mujeres Premium Tour in Private Catamaran with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 193 reviews · 7 hours 15 minutes (approx.)

Spend about seven hours on a private catamaran from Cancun to Isla Mujeres. You’ll snorkel at El Meco, swim at Playa Norte, eat a Mexican buffet, enjoy an open bar, and sail back at sunset. The boat holds up to 14 people, but the snorkeling stop may include other boats.

“Arriving, they took our new snorkel tubes to give us used ones. They had no lifeguards for children, when it came to snorkeling they took us with other boats, world of people. The beach club sells it as exclusive, but nothing to see. The beach they take us to is public and dirty. The meeting point inside a jewelry store to force the sale. Drinks in the fatal catamaran. In the end they push to tip.Auto-translated”

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10.Private Catamaran Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 170 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Take a four-hour private catamaran trip from Casa China Bacalar through the Lagoon of Seven Colors. Swim at the Pirate Canal, visit three cenotes and ancient stromatolites, enjoy guacamole, fruit, beer, and natural drinks, then pause at Isla de los Pájaros.

“daniel was an amazing guide!! Thank you so much :)!! I would recommend it to anyone, even if we did jetski tour by ourself before”

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11.Private Catamaran Snorkeling Cruise in Los Cabos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.)

Sail privately from Cabo San Lucas with your own group, stopping at Santa Maria Bay near the arch and a sea lion colony. Crew members Danny and Lonny are known for attentive service, while snorkel gear, paddleboards, a floating pad, snacks, and an open bar keep the outing easy and social.

“Had a wonderful time on our private tour. Snorkeled, saw whales and the sites and enjoyed drinks and a meal on the water. Danny was great and helped show us some cool rock cliffs. The crew were great with the kids!!”

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12.Private Catamaran from Cancun to Isla Mujeres | For up to 30 pp

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 144 reviews · 4 to 7 hours (approx.)

Charter a private catamaran from Marina Las Perlas to Cancun’s underwater museum and Isla Mujeres. You’ll have snorkeling gear, an unlimited open bar, a spinnaker, and a crew focused on your group. Plan for four to seven hours, with lunch and hotel transfers arranged separately.

“We were a group of 24 and this was the highlight of our trip to Cancun. I was able to arrange ground transportation and food service directly with the catamaran company. Snorkeling, complimentary drinks were first class.”

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13.Private Eco-Tour on a Recreational Catamaran with Kayaks Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend three hours on Bacalar’s Seven Colors Lagoon aboard a private recreational catamaran, with kayaks, swimming stops, fruit drinks, snacks, and three beers per adult. Guides such as Diego, Armando, and Daniel can tailor the pace and steer you toward calmer parts of the lagoon.

“Diego and Armando gave a wonderful private tour of the lagoon and took us to some of the more secluded parts away from the larger boat groups. Diego had a lot of knowledge of the area and was able to explain a lot about the lagoon and the area of Bacalar. Fabulous time and because it was a private tour we could go at our own pace. The lagoon itself is lovely to swim in, especially on a hot day!”

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14.Private Catamaran Bachelorette Party – 51′ Leopard

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend four private hours aboard a 51-foot Leopard catamaran from Punta Sam with a captain, hostess, chef, premium open bar, chef-prepared food, snorkeling gear, paddle boards, floats, and bachelorette accessories. Crew names vary, but Mariana receives repeated praise for her service.

“The best time ever! Mariana is amazeballs. Food is delicioso!!!! Staff is accommodating and so friendly. Can’t wait to come back!”

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