15 Island Hopping Sailing Trips in Mexico to Build a Day Around

1.Adults Only or Family Friendly

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,418 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a catamaran with lunch, an open bar, snorkeling when conditions allow, and free island time. Choose a family-friendly or adults-only departure, but confirm the exact boat and pickup details. Guides such as Enrique, Christina, Judy, and Abraham have earned praise for attentive service.

“Enrique and the crew made our Isla Mujeres trip unforgettable on 2/9/26! From drink service to local tips, they waited on us hand and foot. Great food, even better vibes—pure paradise. 10/10, ask for this team! 🌊🍹🌞”

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2.Catamaran with Open Bar, Snorkeling and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,848 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $59

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres with a lively crew, national open bar, a short reef snorkel, Playa Norte time, and optional buffet lunch. Guides such as Juam, Ivet, Luis, and Romando have earned praise for keeping the day friendly and well organized, though the dock fee and crowded snorkel stop deserve attention.

“A really fun day out. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. Really fun vibe. Would highly recommend.”

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3.All Inclusive Isla Mujeres Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,232 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $83

Spend about eight hours sailing from Cancun to Isla Mujeres with Caribean Golden Tours. You get drinks, snacks, snorkeling gear, a buffet lunch, Playa Norte, island free time, and a sunset return. Expect lively music and a party-boat mood, plus a $20 dock fee per person.

“We were told to arrive at 9.30 for 10am trip. It was like a cattle market and we didn't leave until nearer 11. Uncomfortable trip. Not enough seating, netting damaged so couldn't sit on it. Spent hours sitting on hard deck. On the way back we decided we would sit inside to be comfortable but there were children sat there even though we booked adult only. On the plus side the staff were very friendly and constantly asking if you want drinks. Edwardo was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was not the experience we were hoping for lack of seating our backs were hurting very uncomfortable even if they supplied…”

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

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

Sail from Playa Tortugas to Isla Mujeres on a shared catamaran with a guided El Meco reef snorkel, national open bar, buffet meal, music, and downtown free time. Crew members such as Javier, Sergio, and Joel have earned praise for friendly service, though weather, crowded water, and inconsistent transport can affect the day.

“The boating, snorkel, and island experience was good. The boat crew was amazing and friendly. But my largest complain is for the “SAT company”. Their communication and shuttle team is horrible. The pick up time initially gave a large window of 7am-9am. I spent a week messaging them every day asking for the time with no respond. In the middle of the night before, they decided to message me that pick up time is 9:05am with such a little notice. For the shuttle back, they were initially 30 minutes late. After the driver arrived, he had us sit in the shuttle for another 30 mins. We kept telling him that…”

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5.Isla Mujeres Catamaran, Open Bar & Optional Buffet and pick up

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 628 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $39

Spend about eight hours sailing from Cancun to Isla Mujeres, snorkeling at a protected reef, relaxing at a beach club, and exploring the island. Choose a larger 50-person boat or a smaller premium option, with hotel transfers, lunch, and drinks varying by package.

“Tour canceled due to weather, didn't refund after stating they would. Beware! Check weather, was windy and canceled tour.”

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6.Private Catamaran from Cancun to Isla Mujeres for up to 13 People

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 497 reviews · 4 to 7 hours (approx.) Top rated

Take a private catamaran from Marina Las Perlas to Isla Mujeres with snorkeling gear, an open bar, and a flexible route. Crews such as Fernando, Willy, Victor, and Maya have helped groups choose reef stops, swimming time, and a visit to Playa Norte. Confirm boat capacity before booking.

“Fernando was a great host! We are a family of 5, and we snorkeled, relaxed on the boat with a few drinks, and stopped at Isla Mujures for 50 minutes. It was a great day.”

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7.Isla Mujeres luxury catamaran with premium open bar and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 491 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $125

Sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres on a catamaran with an open bar, snacks, snorkeling, and lunch at Zama or IXI beach club. You’ll get free time downtown and guidance from crew members such as Mike, Grace, and Omar, with hotel pickup available from Cancun and Riviera Maya.

“The crew was excellent. Definitely worth the little higher cost for this particular experience as opposed to the $40-$70 options.”

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8.Cancun Half-Day Sailing Catamaran Cruise to Isla Mujeres

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 417 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Sail from Playa Langosta to Isla Mujeres on a five-and-a-half-hour catamaran trip with bilingual guides, reef snorkeling, an open bar, chips, guacamole, salsa, and free time downtown. Guides such as Carlos, BAM, Panda, and Abraham have earned praise for keeping the boat lively and helping people feel safe.

“HORRIBLE TOUR ! Unorganized !!! Lots of miscommunication. They tried to offer us a tour we didnt book upon arrival- saying it was a complimentary upgrade. All it was , was longer time in Isla. Our 4.5 hour tour would have been the 8 hour”

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9.Premium Isla Mujeres Tour by Private Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 336 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Sail from Playa Tortugas to El Meco reef and Isla Mujeres on a private catamaran for up to 14 people. You get snorkeling gear, drinks, island time, and an open bar on the return. Ask for Jesus, also called Chickenin, if available, and bring money for the $25 port fee and lunch.

“Amazing. Stop looking and just book. These guys are awesome. If you can request anyone I would 100% ask if you can request the crew mate Jesus(chickenin) he made everyone on the boat feel comfortable and cared about the entire time. He even walked and called a taxi for us to go back so it was safe and legit.”

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

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

Spend about eight hours aboard a Cancun catamaran with snorkeling, a Mexican buffet, open bar, beach-club access, and time in Isla Mujeres town. Hotel pickup is offered, but budget an additional $45 per person for the dock and reef fee. The afternoon departure serves lunch late.

“You guys quote some price on the page and when pay it in full then you come out with a different price. After paying you guys, you still left a balance due on the customer because you put them in a situation where they have nothing to do except to pay you. Dissatisfied service”

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11.Private Catamaran from Cancun to Isla Mujeres | For up to 25 ppl

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 236 reviews · 4 to 7 hours (approx.)

Sail from Marina Las Perlas to Isla Mujeres aboard a private catamaran for up to 25 people. Snorkel at Manchones Reef and the underwater museum, swim at Playa Norte, enjoy an open bar, and choose a four to seven-hour route with guides such as Miguel, Victor, or Bob.

“We did this boat trip with 2 almost 4-year-olds and my husband with significant back issues. The crew and captain were so accommodating and wonderful with all of us. We loved the day.”

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12.Isla Mujeres Sailing tour from Riviera Maya

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 28 reviews · from $16Best value

You’ll sail from Cancun to Isla Mujeres aboard a catamaran with snorkeling gear, guides, an open bar, spinnaker activity, buffet lunch, and beach-club access. Crew members including Chencho and Lalo have earned praise for friendly service, but transportation, crowd size, and extra fees require careful planning.

“Excursion provider could not find a ride which was included in the excursi9n and failed to notify Viator of the cancellation. I need my money back. On top of that, ai had to contact them to find out they couldn't pick me up.”

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13.Isla Mujeres on luxury catamaran with snorkel, open bar and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $130

Sail from Marina Cancun to El Meco for snorkeling near underwater finger sculptures, then enjoy free time on Isla Mujeres. The six-hour trip includes hotel transport, lunch, premium open bar, and a maximum of 25 people. Contact the operator on WhatsApp with your hotel details after booking.

“Lunch is just a sandwich and apple. It is overpriced for what is offered. U would recommend either change price or enhance the "lunch". Staff is polite, credits to Fernando, but the girls are there only to take and sell photos to you.”

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14.Full-Day Sailing Trip to Mujeres Island from Playa del Carmen

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 23 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $130

Sail by catamaran from Cancun to Isla Mujeres after pickup in Playa del Carmen. Snorkel near Manchones reef and underwater statues, eat at a beach club, and enjoy an open bar. Crew quality varies, and some departures offer golf-cart time on the island.

“This is really for people that just want to drink and have booze cruise: really busy, not relaxing, scenery is full of people and you are rushed along the way. Food is not very good and snorkeling really just jump in water and listen to guide say move along ... meaning they are just checking boxes that you visited a place to take an insta picture and then move along. As for transportation from Playa - it’s very long (1.5hr) each way. Wouldn’t recommend this one. Go diving”

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15.Snorkeling in Isla Mujeres, Luxury Sailing- PRIVILEGE

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 22 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $122

Sail from Playa del Carmen toward Isla Mujeres for a guided snorkeling stop, an onboard brunch with vegan and gluten-free choices, and time at Playa Norte. Your catamaran group can have up to 15 people. Snorkel gear, lunch, drinks, and port fees are included, but a $5 tax and photos cost extra.

“My boyfriend and I were on catamaran 12 with Bryan, captain Rene and photographer mirisol. We had an amazing time snorkeling, swimming and then on Isla mujeres. The boat was sparkling clean, even the bathrooms, lunch was really good and the whole crew was super attentive and fun. They made the trip worth it. Mirasol got the best pictures of us- we wound up purchasing them at the end. You can use a credit card if you wish to purchase. We also tipped the crew on our card because I couldn’t find a working ATM on Isla mujeres, but cash is probably better if you have it. On the island,…”

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