Cancun Bay: Private Yacht Charter & Isla Mujeres Snorkel

Summary

Private yacht cruise in Cancun Bay or Isla Mujeres with snorkeling and flexible hours

You’ll cruise Cancun Bay on a private yacht with friendly local crew, sipping cold drinks as you glide toward Isla Mujeres or stay close to shore. Snorkel gear’s included if you want to jump in at Playa Norte—or just lounge on deck and let the sea air do its thing. It’s relaxed, unhurried, and honestly kind of addictive.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I wasn’t sure if chartering a private yacht in Cancun would feel awkward or over-the-top. But the second we stepped onto that 46ft SeaRay—bare feet on sun-warmed fiberglass, crew handing us cold Cokes—I just grinned. Our guide, Luis, had this easy way about him; he pointed out pelicans gliding above the bay and asked if we wanted music or just the wind (we picked both). There’s something about moving across that turquoise water that makes you forget what time it is. Or maybe I just didn’t care.

We’d chosen the 4-hour option so we could get to Isla Mujeres and actually snorkel. The water near Playa Norte was so clear I could see my own toes when I dangled them off the side. I’m not much of a swimmer but Luis handed me a mask and said, “Just float—don’t think.” He was right. I drifted over these little flashes of silver fish, sunlight flickering everywhere. At one point my friend tried to ask for more ice in Spanish and totally butchered it—Luis laughed so hard he almost dropped the tongs. That felt good; no pressure to be perfect here.

There were moments when everything went quiet except for the slap of waves against the hull. Even back in Cancun Bay, before we docked, I caught myself thinking how rare it is to feel that free—even if just for a few hours. So yeah, booking a private yacht charter in Cancun isn’t something I do every day, but now I get why people keep coming back for this.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private yacht cruise in Cancun Bay

• Board luxury 46ft SeaRay yacht
• Cruise near Cancun Bay waters
• Enjoy views of Caribbean turquoise waters
• Return to dock after 2-hour trip

Top questions

How long is the private yacht tour in Cancun?

You can choose between 2, 4, or 6 hours for your private yacht charter.

Does the tour include snorkeling at Isla Mujeres?

Yes, snorkeling at Isla Mujeres is included with 4- or 6-hour options; not available on 2-hour trips.

What’s included with the Cancun private yacht rental?

The tour includes ice, Coca-Cola (4 liters), 15 bottles of water, use of snorkeling equipment, and full crew service.

Is hotel pickup provided for this tour?

The listing mentions pickup coordination through reservation messages; confirm during booking.

Can infants join the private yacht charter?

Yes, infants are allowed but must sit on an adult’s lap; strollers are permitted too.

Are service animals allowed on board?

Service animals are allowed during your private yacht charter in Cancun.

Does the 2-hour trip go to Isla Mujeres?

No—the 2-hour trip stays within Cancun Bay and does not go to Isla Mujeres or include snorkeling.

What’s included

Your day includes a private yacht rental with full crew service (choose from 2-, 4-, or 6-hour options), plenty of ice-cold Coca-Cola and bottled water for everyone onboard, plus use of snorkeling gear if you’re heading out to Isla Mujeres—just coordinate your schedule ahead of time with their reservation team before setting sail from Cancun Bay.