SNORKELING · SAILING AND YACHT SNORKEL TRIPS IN MEXICO
Every trip has one free morning too few. These 15 sailing and yacht snorkel trips in Mexico justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide over breakfast and get on with it.
Sail from San Jose del Cabo toward Santa Maria or Chileno Bay on a small luxury boat capped at 16 people. Snorkel, paddleboard, watch for whales, enjoy shrimp and ceviche, and ask for pickup details before departure.
“Service and experience was good. It would have been better if we actually put up the sails and tools advantage of the wind on the way back in the afternoon”
Cruise south from Puerto Vallarta on Chica Locca’s spacious mega catamaran with breakfast, lunch, snacks, premium drinks, snorkeling, kayaks, paddleboards, and a possible onboard massage. Swim at Playa Chica Locca, visit Yelapa’s waterfall, and choose between lively music or a quieter upper deck.
“Bring a hat it gets hot - you need nothing but your bathing suit sun screen and a towel. They give you everything - we had such a good day. Well worth every dollar we spent”
Join Cabo Sailing Ocean Adventures at 9 a.m. for a three-hour yacht trip with snorkeling, lunch, towels, gear, and an open bar. Cruise past El Arco and Lover’s Beach, with crew members such as Angel, David, Javier, or Mario often leading the outing. Whale sightings are possible in season.
“Fantastic sailboating experience. First hour we snorkeled, it was great! We saw thousands of fish. Then we sailed to the arch for pictures. After that we sailed around the bay drinking and eating lunch, chips and salsa. And as a bonus we saw 2 humpback whales. In total 3 hours, 9-12pm. Would do this again!”
Cruise Puerto Vallarta’s Bay of Banderas on a Leopard catamaran limited to 40 people, then snorkel, paddleboard, and swim near Majahuitas Cove. Expect an attentive crew, lunch, and an open bar, with possible stops near Los Arcos and the Malecón. Guides may include Juan Luis, Diego, Alex, or Victor.
“This was a fantastic excursion. Highly recommend the yacht and snorkel tour. The crew was extremely attentive and catered to everyone cheerfully and helpfully. I went on September 13, 2025 and the captain was John Luis. His whole crew was top notch. The photographer captured great pictures too.”
Cruise Cancun Bay aboard a private 46-foot Sea Ray yacht for two, four, or six hours. Bring your own drinks, use the included snorkel gear, and choose Isla Mujeres and Playa Norte on longer trips. The yacht holds up to 15 people and includes a restroom, crew, ice, soda, and water.
“Everything was amazing. The photographer was icing the cake. The captain and his crew were attentive very accommodating. We are referring them to our friends and family. See you next summer!”
Set out from Puerto Aventuras on a private 47-foot yacht with Captain Francisco, Valerie, Lester, or another assigned crew. Snorkel a reef, relax at a cove or beach, eat fresh ceviche or fajitas, and enjoy an open bar for up to 15 people.
“We had the best time! Felix, Francisco, and Valerie took great care of us and made sure we had lots of fun. Snorkeling was super fun - we saw a turtle and stingray!”
Sail from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel aboard a catamaran for snorkeling, swimming, paddleboarding, lunch, and an open bar. Bilingual crew members such as Hugo, Diego, Russell, and Arturo have earned strong praise, but ferry transfers, early pickups, and limited shore time require patience.
“Our group of 10 had the best day! Russell and his crew did an outstanding job; they kept the drinks flowing, the food was delicious, and the snorkeling views were beautiful!”
Spend 3.5 hours on a solar-powered catamaran from Cabo Marina, passing the Arch and Lover’s Beach before snorkeling near Santa Maria Beach. Gear, a Mexican taco buffet, and unlimited domestic drinks are included. Expect a lively boat ride, ocean access, and a group of up to 50 people.
“This was the best part of our trip. We would have stayed on the catamaran all day. The staff was fun and super attentive. I would say this a wonderful company if you are looking for fun and relaxation with great food and plenty to drink. We also saw many whales!!”
Take a private three-hour sail from Cabo San Lucas for up to four people. Your crew, including captains such as Gabriel, David, or Caesar, can tailor the outing around El Arco, snorkeling at Pelican Rock, swimming, paddleboarding, or relaxed sailing with drinks and snacks.
“We were able to take this sail boat out for a 3 hour excursion for a very reasonable price - $800 for 4 people. It included a full bar and a light lunch of sandwiches and chips. We went the last few weeks of whale watching season and they told us that there was a 60% chance that we wouldn’t see whales. We were so pleasantly surprised. Seeing whales so close was INCREDIBLE! Having a private boat meant we didn’t have to snorkel earlier in the day (the water was too cold). The crew kept our drinks full of rum punch at our request. We did end up snorkeling for…”
Sail Cabo San Lucas aboard the EcoCat, a multimillion-dollar catamaran, for roughly two hours of Arch, beach, and Pacific coastline views. Choose the daytime snorkeling departure or sunset cruise, with unlimited drinks, music, optional hotel transport, and a lively crew.
“Loved every second! The crew was awesome, kept us with a cup full! The views were awesome! Wish the snorkeling part was a little longer, but we had fun! We are just water people it was great!”
Set sail from Marina La Bonita with a group capped at 18, then snorkel Puerto Morelos National Marine Park with a certified guide. Jose, Ulises, Arturo, and other crew members may assist, followed by a ham and cheese baguette, fruit, chips, and an open bar.
“Me, my husband and our 6 year old daughter loved the tour. The boat was very clean and spacious (there were 2 other guests). The crews were professional and very nice. We sailed out on the catamaran and switched to a smaller boat for snorkeling. When we got back to the catamaran, we were offered boxed lunch, ham and cheese sandwich, quite delicious. We then sailed for about another hour before heading back. Definitely recommend this tour!”
Spend about three hours aboard a private 42-foot sailboat from Cabo San Lucas. Snorkel at Pelican Rock, cruise past El Arco, Lover’s Beach, and the sea lion colony, then sail back with lunch, snacks, and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. Crews have included Ivan, Jesus, Gary, Pedro, Jaisther, and Edwin.
“An amazing experience sailing the Sea of Cortez and snorkelling amongst the fish. Ivan and Jesus made sure we had the very best afternoon, helping us with our 2 1/2 year old grandson (who was a bit seasick!) and ensuring we oldies were able to get off and on the boat safely into the water! A really thoughtful touch was the cake for our daughters 40th birthday and the food, margaritas and beer were all perfect! Thank you Ivan and Jesus, today was a very special day for all of us!”
Charter a private 46-foot Sea Ray from Cancun’s Sunset Marina for up to 15 people. Choose two, four, or six hours, cruise the bay, or reach Isla Mujeres for snorkeling and Playa Norte. Ice, soft drinks, water, and snorkeling gear are provided. Bring your own food and alcohol.
“The yacht was really nice and clean. However the men on the boat didn’t follow any covid rules like I was told they would before booking. They captain was in his nose the entire time and never washed his hands. And one guy was literally in my face so close you would have thought he was trying to kiss me then he proceeds to put his hands on my face to take my mask off. As a group of women we felt extremely uncomfortable. I’m a easy person to please if they didn’t wanna wear mask cool but stay out of our face!”
Spend four hours aboard a private yacht from Cabo San Lucas, visiting the Arch, sea lion colonies, and either Santa Maria or Chileno Bay. Crew members may include Lewis, Jorge, Eli, Sergio, Maya, Leo, Alejandra, Janet, or Abby. Snorkel, paddle board, fish, swim, and enjoy drinks, snacks, towels, and gear.
“We rented the private yacht for our group of 8. The boat was in great shape and was plenty big for our groups size. The crew was awesome, very knowledgeable, attentive, and accommodating. We wanted to add an extra hour on the boat (an extra $100 an hour) to do more sightseeing and they accommodated our request. It was an awesome day at sea and one of our best days on our trip in Cabo.”
Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a 37-foot catamaran, snorkel with provided gear, enjoy chips, guacamole, salsa, and an open bar, then spend about two hours on the island. Guides such as Carlos, Felipe, Joel, and Antonio are known for attentive help.
“The crew was great and we had a great experience. Felt very safe and the crew was very knowledgeable.”
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