MEXICO
The ones worth booking.
The 15 most popular sailing tours in Mexico right now. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Sail Cabo’s coast on a luxe 4-hour cruise with open bar, snorkeling gear, paddleboards, and a gourmet lunch near Santa Maria or Chileno Bay.
“Organized. Great service. Actual sailing. Great snorkeling. Whales up Close but captain didn’t harass them. ! Staff was fun and on point.”
Half-day catamaran from Cancun to Isla Mujeres with open bar, snorkeling, onboard lunch, and free time on the island, adults or family options.
“It’s a compact trip and they try to do a lot even on a stormy day. No cancellations or refunds, The staff were good but the experience was subpar. 2 hours at Isla Mujeres was definitely Not worth it. I would have preferred to have stayed on the boat but that wasn’t acceptable.”
Isla Mujeres catamaran with open bar, reef snorkeling, and Playa Norte beach club. Full day from Cancun with optional lunch.
“It was amazing, the activity was incredible and your guests were spectacular. I highly recommend! I know there’s a cheaper option of going to Isla Mujeres using the ferry but this was well worth the money. An incredible experience, we saw so many fishes whilst snorkel, it was great. I’d do it again!”
All-inclusive mega catamaran cruise from Puerto Vallarta to Yelapa waterfalls and snorkeling, with open bar and fajita lunch.
“This was one of the best boat and snorkeling trip we have ever taken in all of the years we have been coming to Puerto Vallarta.”
All-inclusive catamaran from Cancun to Isla Mujeres with snorkeling at El Meco reef, Playa Norte, beach club lunch, and open bar.
“Even in strong winds and high swell, the cruising was fine, and invigorating - about 4 hours of sailing overall and 4 hours of beach appreciation, with a surprisingly good meal. The catamaran Lady Laura has obviously seen many crossings, but is well suited to the voyage.”
Luxury catamaran whale watching from Cabo San Lucas with door-to-door pickup, onboard hydrophone for whale songs, drinks and snacks.
“Our guide provided lots of knowledge about whales. We were very fortunate to see alot of whales. They were fantastic and it was an amazing experience”
Sail Bacalar’s Laguna de los Siete Colores on a small-group cruise with two swim stops, fruit and beer, and English-speaking crew.
“Leo & Cami took my partner, I & another couple on a very enjoyable sail. Leo gave us plenty of information about the lake and how the locals work together to maintain its beauty. I recommend sailing over a motorised boat, much more pleasant experience. They tooks us to a few different spots to swim…”
Catamaran to Isla Mujeres with El Meco snorkeling, open bar, meal, and hotel-zone transport, plus free time on Playa Norte.
“Would not recommend this excursion. Staff were friendly and welcoming, however, snorkeling was an absolute nightmare. It should be written in the description that this Catamaran doesn't provide full life jackets or flippers. We were given a belt life jacket that wraps only around your waist when we told staff we need full jackets given…”
3-hour small-group sail in Bacalar’s Seven Colors Lagoon with cenotes, bird island, snorkeling gear, snacks and drinks.
“We traveled the Yucatan peninsula with friends snd decided to book a lagoon boat trip. The experience was unforgettable. We started st 8AM with some fog over the lagoon snd after half an hour the fog was over uncovering all the beautiful colors. Hugo and Valentin brought us to the Pirates canal for a swim…”
Cabo San Lucas sunset sailing for small groups with unlimited drinks and snacks, plus a prime look at El Arco and possible whales.
“Highly recommend this experience. Very intimate, only 6 other people with us. Angel and Mario were great!”
Small-group luxury yacht and snorkel in Puerto Vallarta with Majahuitas Beach, SUP gear, lunch, and an unlimited open bar.
“The crew was very accommodating, the food was delicious & the snorkeling location near the private beach was relaxing”
Private 55-ft yacht rental in Cancun for up to 15. Choose 1–8 hours for lagoon cruising, snorkeling, and Playa Norte time.
“Rafael, Francisco and Marisol were hands down the best! Great crew! Kept the drinks coming! Very informative! Great operators. You can tell they are very experienced! We will 100% book with them again. This yacht was perfect for 11 ppl. Plenty of space! Sound system was great! July 25th, 4pm sailing and perfect for sunset…”
Catamaran to Isla Mujeres with snorkel at Arrecife El Meco, Caribbean sailing, open bar, and optional hotel pickup. Dock fee extra.
“We were promised transportation from our hotel and back home. No one ever arrived to pick us up or bring us home And 2 we weren’t able to go snorkeling because of age restrictions. No where did it say that nor did anyone tell us soo we paid for 2 things that weren’t included.. snorkeling…”
Private 39-ft catamaran in Cozumel with El Cielo water time, snorkel gear, paddleboard, top-shelf bar, and lunch for up to 15.
“The MOST amazing excursion we have ever been on. Lucy and Saul made our experience one we'll never forget. The catamaran is beautiful and very well maintained, the food was exquisite, never ending drinks and nothing but excitement and fun the entire trip. We brought 14 people from ages 4 - 43 and every single…”
3-hour Bacalar lagoon sail with swimming, drinks, and cenote stops from Casa China in a small group with big views.
“Isaac was a terrific guide and we had a lovely time”
