Cozumel Sunset Private Catamaran: Swim & Sail

Anchor in a cove while the sun drops, then swim in water that stays warm after dark.

A private catamaran charter in Cozumel takes you from the marina to El Cielo and the northern shores, where you anchor in a serene cove to swim and watch the sunset. The boat carries a certified captain and crew, a charcuterie board with cheeses and meats, soft drinks and a premium bar stocked with vodka, tequila, whiskey, rum, wine and beer, plus snacks and a Bluetooth sound system. The 3-hour sail departs timed to the season so you catch the best light, and the start time may shift depending on the time of year.

The Experience

You arrive at the marina and board your private catamaran with a welcome drink already waiting. After a quick safety briefing, the captain sets sail on clear water toward the best sunset spots. The crew handles the navigation and the boat; you settle into the rhythm of the sail, sipping what you want from the premium bar—Absolut, Don Julio, Jack Daniel's, Bacardi, house wine, or cold beer—while the charcuterie board sits within reach: aged cheeses, cured meats, tapas, fresh vegetables, chips, crackers, nuts.

The boat anchors in a cove on the northern shores as the light starts to turn. This is when you can slip into the water if you want to—it stays warm even as the sun sinks lower—or stay on deck and watch the sky change color without moving. The crew stays aboard, the Bluetooth system plays what you ask for, and there is no schedule pressing you to leave. You have time to float, to talk, to sit with a drink and watch the horizon.

As the sun dips below the water, the captain turns the boat back toward the marina. The whole evening—from arrival to departure—takes 3 hours, but the timing shifts with the season to catch the best light each night. If you're arriving by cruise ship, tell the operator your ship's name and docking time; if the ship doesn't call port in Cozumel, you get a full refund. Let them know your favorite drinks ahead of time, and they'll stock them. Any dietary preferences or allergies go in the booking notes too.

What’s included

• A certified captain and crew to sail and navigate.
• a charcuterie board with cheeses, cured meats, tapas and fresh vegetables.
• soft drinks including Coca-Cola, Sprite, Squirt, water, pineapple and orange juice.
• a premium bar stocked with Absolut Vodka, Don Julio Tequila, Jack Daniel's Whiskey, Bacardi Rum, house wine and 48 beers.
• snacks of chips, crackers, peanuts and mixed nuts.
• WiFi and a Bluetooth sound system so you can play your own music.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Next Experience Travel

Is this one for you?Book this private charter if you want the boat entirely to yourselves with a dedicated crew; choose the shared sunset tour if you prefer meeting other travelers.

Top questions

Can I swim during the Cozumel sunset catamaran, or do we stay on the boat the whole time?

You can swim in the cove where the boat anchors—the water is warm and clear, and the crew stays aboard while you're in. Swimming is optional; you can also stay on deck and watch the sunset from the boat.

What drinks and food come with the private catamaran charter?

The charter includes a welcome drink, a charcuterie board with cheeses, meats, tapas and fresh vegetables, soft drinks (Coca-Cola, Sprite, Squirt, water, pineapple and orange juice), a premium bar with Absolut Vodka, Don Julio Tequila, Jack Daniel's Whiskey, Bacardi Rum, house wine and 48 beers, plus chips, crackers, peanuts and mixed nuts.

How long is the Cozumel sunset catamaran tour, and what time does it start?

The charter is 3 hours long. The start time varies depending on the time of year to ensure you catch the best sunset light, so confirm the exact departure time when you book.

I'm arriving on a cruise ship—do I need to do anything special to book this catamaran?

Yes, provide the full name of your ship and its docking time when you book. If your ship doesn't call port in Cozumel that day, you receive a full refund—no port, no pay.

Is the catamaran private, or will other groups be on board?

This is a private charter, so your group has the boat, captain and crew to yourselves for the entire 3 hours.

What's included in the premium bar, and can I request specific drinks?

The premium bar includes 4 bottles of your choice from Absolut Vodka, Don Julio Tequila, Jack Daniel's Whiskey or Bacardi Rum, plus 2 bottles of house wine and 48 beers. Let the operator know your favorite drinks when you book, and they'll have them ready.