SNORKELING · SAILING AND YACHT SNORKEL TRIPS IN MEXICO
Every trip has one free morning too few. These 10 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!”
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