Sea Ray 44ft from $1,350 (4h). Isla Mujeres, Isla Contoy, whale shark tours & fishing. Captain, fuel and ice always included. From couples to groups of up to 65 guests on our largest catamaran.
Cancún private boat charter quick facts: Sea Ray 44ft (13 guests) from $1,350 (4h). Catamarans (up to 15 guests, more on request) from $1,750–$6,430. All rates include captain, fuel and ice. Isla Mujeres transit: ~20 min. Isla Contoy, and whale shark tours (May–Sep) available. Book via WhatsApp: +1 (954) 890-0266.
A shared ferry to Isla Mujeres costs $15–20 per person round-trip and drops you on a crowded pier. A private Nauty 360 lancha puts you and your group on the water on your schedule — detour to Isla Contoy, stay as long as you like.
The practical math: shared ferry to Isla Mujeres runs $15–20/person one-way, so $30–40 round-trip. For a group of 8 that is $240–320 with no control over schedule, stops, or time on the island. A private Sea Ray 44ft for up to 13 guests runs $1,350 for 4 hours (about $104/person) with a SEMAR-certified captain, flexible scheduling, and snorkel stops wherever the reef looks good. Break-even with shared catamaran tours lands around 12 guests. At 15+, private wins on price AND experience.
| Vessel | Capacity | 4 Hours | 6 Hours | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Ray 44ft | 13 guests | From $1,350 | From $1,600 | Isla Mujeres, snorkel |
| Azimut 48ft | 13 guests | — | From $2,430 | Premium cruising |
| Pershing 56ft | 15 guests | — | From $3,640 | VIP, grupos |
| Azimut 85ft | 20 guests | — | From $5,850 | Ultra-lujo |
| Catamaran 37ft | 15 guests | From $1,750 | From $1,950 | Grupos, eventos |
| Catamaran 40ft | 15 guests | From $1,850 | From $2,120 | Grupos, eventos |
| Catamaran 43ft | 15 guests | From $3,930 | From $4,690 | Grupos grandes |
| Catamaran 70ft | 15 guests | From $5,650 | From $6,430 | Ultra-lujo, eventos |
All rates include SEMAR-certified captain, fuel, safety equipment, and cooler. Food and beverages extra. Snorkeling gear available on request.
Cancún's Caribbean coast packs four completely different day-trip experiences within 90 minutes of the marina. Here's what each one delivers — and which vessel works best.
20 minutes by private lancha from Cancún. Coral reef snorkeling, translucent water. The most-requested destination for good reason — visibility hits 15–20 meters on calm days.
The open waters off Isla Contoy and Isla Mujeres. Nauty 360 private charters go to the whale shark feeding zones at 6 AM. SEMAR-certified captain always included. Season: May through September.
Combine stops: cruise to Isla Contoy for a beach break, then explore the MUSA underwater museum on the return. With a private boat, the route is yours. The captain advises based on sea conditions and tide — you make the final call.
Explore the Tulum coast by private boat — Akumal turtles, Sian Ka'an Biosphere & cenote snorkeling. 90 min south of Cancún. Captain included from $1,350/charter.
Six operational facts that actually affect your day on the water — gathered from local captains and direct experience at the Cancún marinas.
The sea is calmer from May to November. The Caribbean waters around Isla Mujeres can still get choppy in the afternoon. Early morning departures (7–8 AM) consistently have calmer seas than afternoon launches. Your captain will advise.
We confirm your departure time and meeting point on WhatsApp. Most departure points are a short taxi or Uber from the Hotel Zone.
SEMAR (Secretaría de Marina) regulations require life jackets for all passengers. Reputable operators like Nauty 360 carry certified gear for every guest — if a charter doesn't, walk away.
Charter operators in Cancún typically quote in USD for international visitors. If you prefer to pay in Mexican Pesos (MXN), confirm the exchange rate at booking — rates fluctuate significantly week to week.
Water, soft drinks and beer are included on every boat, and several catamarans include a full bar (see each boat); food is not included. You can bring your own food and drinks.
The captain's tip is optional.
Private boat rentals in Cancún start from $1,350 for a 4-hour charter aboard the Sea Ray 44ft (up to 13 guests), or $1,600 for 6 hours. Catamarans start from $1,750 (4h, up to 15 guests). For whale shark tours (Jun–Sep), a dedicated private tour is available from $2,500 for up to 10 guests. All charters include captain, fuel, taxes and a cooler with ice.
Yes. Whale shark season in Cancún runs May through September. Nauty 360 operates private charters to the feeding zones off Isla Mujeres and Isla Contoy. Hotel pickup starts at 6 AM, with the boat departing the marina between 7:00 and 7:30 AM. Outside of May-September, whale sharks are not present in these waters.
Isla Mujeres is approximately 20 minutes by private lancha from Cancún. On a private charter you depart when your group is ready, set your own stops, and return on your schedule - no ferry timetable to follow.
December through April is dry season with excellent visibility and no hurricane risk - ideal for Isla Mujeres day trips and snorkeling. May through September brings whale shark season. Hurricane season runs June through November. We don't cancel for light rain. A charter is only cancelled when the maritime authority raises a red flag for bad weather — then you choose: a 100% refund or a new date.
All charters include a SEMAR-certified captain, fuel, safety equipment (life jackets, first aid), and a cooler. Snorkeling gear is available on request. Water, soft drinks and beer are included on every boat, and several catamarans include a full bar (see each boat); food is not included. You can bring your own food and drinks, or arrange catering as an add-on.
Book online in about 3 minutes on the reservations page: pick your boat and date and see live availability, then pay the deposit (50%, or 100% if departure is 3 days away or less) and your booking is confirmed on the spot. We then coordinate your departure time and meeting point with you on WhatsApp. Questions? WhatsApp us at +1 (954) 890-0266 and we reply within 2 hours.
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