Top 6 Catamaran Snorkeling Cruises in Cancun

1.Catamaran with Open Bar, Snorkeling and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,848 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $59 per person Our pick

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a lively catamaran with a national open bar, a short reef snorkeling stop, Beach Club access, and free island time. Guides such as Ivet, Luis, Juam, and Romando have helped make the day fun and well organized. Hotel transfers and buffet lunch depend on your selected option.

“I enjoyed this trip. We had a great guide Juam and driver Augustin. Juam was very informative and funny. Allbeit a very enjoyable tour.”

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2.Isla Mujeres Catamaran Tour with Snorkel, Open bar and Transport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,275 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $85 per person

Sail from Playa Tortugas to Isla Mujeres on a catamaran with a guided El Meco reef snorkel, buffet meal, national drinks, music, and free time downtown. The trip runs about 6 to 8 hours, carries up to 40 people, and can include hotel pickup in Cancun's Hotel Zone. Snorkeling depends on weather and is not permitted for children under eight or adults over 60.

“We joined the catamaran tour to Isla Mujeres and it was absolutely fantastic. Everything was very well organized from start to finish. The staff, led by Javier, were super friendly, fun, and always made sure everyone was having a great time. With party music, open bar and a delicious buffet, the latin atmosphere on board was relaxed and full of energy. The snorkeling was unforgettable, crystal clear water, lots of colorful fish and a stunning view of the reef. The sea was simply breathtaking.”

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3.Catamaran to Isla Mujeres Snorkeling Tour with Open Bar and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 279 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $37 per person Best value

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a catamaran with certified guides, snorkeling, an open bar, Mexican buffet lunch, beach-club time, and a short visit to downtown. Guides such as Fernando, Pancho, Alex, and Daphne have earned praise for keeping the trip lively and organized. Hotel pickup is available, but the $45 dock and reef fee is extra.

“Our experience was great aboard Star Blue Three. Alex was very proactive and knowledgeable and always made sure everything was fine with us. The buffet had various options and a good taste. They also picked us up in the lobby on time.”

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4.CATAMARAN to Isla Mujeres, Snorkel & Beach Club by Xcaret

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 205 reviews · 7 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $74 per person

Spend nearly eight hours sailing from Cancun to Isla Mujeres with Grupo Xcaret. You will snorkel at El Meco Reef, relax at Zaza Yacht & Beach Club, enjoy either a box lunch or buffet with drinks, visit downtown Isla Mujeres, and ride Cancun’s 80-meter Scenic Tower. The minimum age is eight.

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5.Isla Mujeres Day Tour with Catamaran, Snorkeling & Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 157 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89 per person

Sail from Marina Las Perlas to Isla Mujeres on a bilingual catamaran tour with reef snorkeling, drinks, buffet lunch, and free time downtown. Expect a lively group setting, a short snorkeling session, persistent vendors, and about two hours to explore. Premium bookings add hotel transport.

“The tour guides were awesome, the snorkeling is definitely NOT for beginners . Isla mujeres was awesome with clear blue beach water. The shops are a little overpriced and gotten overcharged . Overall awesome and fun experience”

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6.Catamaran with Snorkeling and North Beach, Isla Mujeres

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49 per person Top rated

Spend about six and a half hours sailing from Cancun to Isla Mujeres, with guided snorkeling at Arrecife El Meco, certified bilingual staff, an open bar after snorkeling, and three hours to explore the island. The group is limited to 30 people, but reef and port fees add $30 per person.

“It's relaxing experience, the tour guys did very good job and they were friendly, I definitely recommend it.”

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