Snorkeling in Isla Mujeres: Luxury Catamaran with Open Bar

Sail, snorkel and explore Isla Mujeres at your own pace

A 5.5-hour sailing trip from Cancun to Isla Mujeres aboard a state-of-the-art catamaran, with snorkeling in warm Caribbean waters, a light lunch served onboard, and free time to walk the island's beaches and markets. Choose between an adults-only or family-friendly experience, both with a fully stocked open bar and bilingual staff. Pickup from most Cancun and Riviera Maya hotels is included.

The experience

The catamaran departs Cancun and heads across turquoise water toward Isla Mujeres, a journey that frames the whole day. You snorkel in the warm, crystalline waters offshore. The gear is provided, and weather permitting, you'll spend time underwater before the boat turns back toward the island. Once at Playa Norte, the famous beach on Isla Mujeres, you have free time to move at your own pace: walk the colorful streets, browse the local craft markets, or simply stay on the sand and swim.

A light lunch is served onboard while you're still on the water, and the open bar runs throughout the day: drinks are included, not something you order and pay for separately. The bilingual staff handles the logistics, so the only thing you're managing is how you want to spend your hours on the island. On the return sail back to Cancun, you can relax under the sun with a drink in hand as the catamaran crosses the Caribbean.

You can book this as an adults-only departure or a family-friendly one. The itinerary and inclusions stay the same, but the crowd and atmosphere shift with your choice. Children as young as 4 can board the catamaran, though water activities like snorkeling require a minimum age of 8. A life jacket is provided for safety. Pickup from your hotel is included in the price, though the exact time depends on where you're staying in the Cancun area.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from Cancun and Riviera Maya.
• snorkel gear and life jacket.
• a light lunch served onboard.
• a fully stocked open bar with drinks throughout the day.
• free time to explore Isla Mujeres beaches and markets.
• bilingual professional staff.

Options for this experience

2 options

Suitable for FamiliesGuide in English or Spanish · 08:30, 11:30 and 14:30Capacity of 34 guests, lasting 5 hours and 30 minutes, with an unlimited drinks bar and lunch served aboard

Only for Grown-upsGuide in English or Spanish · 08:30 and 11:30Capacity of 70 guests, lasting 5 hours and 30 minutes, with an unlimited drinks bar and lunch served aboard

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30, 11:30 and 14:30

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 to 80 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 70

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “The time is the hour when the boat leaves, so you need to be at the marina 15 minutes before that hour to check in on time.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 40

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical level

Operated by Cancun Adventures

Is this one for you?Pick the adults-only departure if you want to sail and snorkel with other adults. Choose family-friendly if your kids are joining you.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years). Under 4: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

What's the snorkeling like on the Isla Mujeres catamaran trip?

You snorkel in warm, crystalline Caribbean waters offshore before the boat reaches the island, with top-notch snorkel gear provided. Weather conditions determine whether the reef is accessible on the day you go, and reef access is also subject to age and physical condition guidelines set by the Harbor Master's Office: participants must be between 8 and 60 years old.

How much time do I get to explore Isla Mujeres itself?

The trip is 5.5 hours total, and once you arrive at Playa Norte on Isla Mujeres, you have free time to explore the island at your own pace: walk the beaches, visit the local markets and shops, or relax by the water. The catamaran departs at a set time for the return journey, so you'll know when to head back to the boat.

Is lunch and drinks included on the Isla Mujeres catamaran?

A light lunch is served onboard, and the open bar is fully stocked throughout the day with drinks included in your ticket price. Souvenir photos are available to purchase if you want a memento of the trip.

How does pickup work for the Isla Mujeres sailing tour?

Hotel pickup from most Cancun and Riviera Maya hotels is included in the ticket price. The exact pickup time depends on your hotel's location, so you'll receive your specific time when you book.

What's the difference between the adults-only and family-friendly departures?

Both departures follow the same itinerary (snorkeling, lunch, time on Isla Mujeres, and the return sail with the open bar), but the adults-only option creates a quieter atmosphere without children, while the family-friendly departure welcomes families with kids age 4 and up. Choose whichever suits the vibe you're looking for.