Group catamarans on the Riviera Maya for 12-25 guests — Akumal turtle bay + Cozumel reef, captain & crew included, from $2,200.
Key takeaways — Catamaran Rental in Tulum: Sailing and power catamarans 50-75ft for group day-charters in the Riviera Maya from Puerto Aventuras Marina. Most-booked: Akumal turtle bay full-day, Cozumel reef crossing, Tulum coast sunset.
Transparent catamaran rental pricing in Tulum. All rates include captain & fuel.
| Vessel | Capacity | Price / Day | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Catamaran 50-60ft | 12-18 guests | from $2,200 | Akumal half-day, families |
| Sailing Catamaran 65-75ft | 18-25 guests | from $2,900 | Cozumel full-day, mid-size groups |
| Mega Catamaran 80ft+ | 20-25 guests | from $3,600 | Multi-stop, celebrations, weddings |
All rates include captain, fuel, and safety equipment. Food and beverages extra.
Tulum has no marina — Puerto Aventuras (25 minutes north) does, and that's where every catamaran charter departs from. The geographical opportunity here is unique: the catamaran fleet can reach Akumal Bay's turtles, Cozumel's coral reef, and the Tulum ruins coast all from the same departure point. Few Caribbean destinations let you combine eco-tourism, world-class snorkeling, and Mayan archaeology in a single day on the water — Tulum's catamarans are built specifically for that.
The 50-65ft power catamarans handle the Cozumel channel crossing well even on windy days. The 65-75ft sailing catamarans are slower across the channel but more comfortable for full-day groups (better saloon, full bar, more bathroom capacity for 20+ guests). Most charters run with a captain plus mate or hostess, all bilingual Spanish-English. The catamarans here are smaller fleet than Cancún but more curated — captains know the specific reef passes, turtle-feeding zones, and coastal cenote entries.
Pricing here is approximately 20% lower than Cancún catamarans for similar vessel sizes — reflection of Puerto Aventuras' smaller scale (handles a fraction of Cancún's marina volume). The trade-off is a more curated experience with longer transfer times from Tulum hotels. The reward is a Riviera Maya day-charter that connects three completely different experiences with a single platform.
Three signature Riviera Maya routes from Puerto Aventuras — each plays to catamaran-specific advantages.
30 minutes south. Resident green sea turtles graze the seagrass year-round; visibility is best in the morning. Catamarans anchor at the bay and tender guests into protected swimming areas — better swim platforms than monohulls.
60 minutes east across the channel. World-class reef snorkeling at Palancar or Columbia. Catamarans handle the channel chop better than smaller vessels — flat ride for guests prone to motion sickness.
45 minutes south. The only Mayan archaeological site directly on the Caribbean coast — catamarans anchor offshore for the iconic photo angle. Combine with Akumal in the morning for a full-day route.
2-3 hours along the Tulum coast at the magic hour. Catamarans set up the sound system and bar for a celebration cruise. Popular for proposals and milestone birthdays.
Power catamarans (50-60ft, 12-18 guests) start at $2,200/day. Sailing catamarans (65-75ft, 18-25 guests) from $2,900. Mega catamarans (80ft+) from $3,600. All include captain, crew, fuel, and safety equipment. Cozumel marine-park fees, food, and beverages are extra.
Tulum has no deep-water marina — the closest is Puerto Aventuras, 25 minutes north of central Tulum by car. Most catamaran charters include a coordinated transfer from Tulum hotels. The marina has full yacht-services on-site (provisioning, fuel, customs).
Yes. The crossing from Puerto Aventuras to Cozumel is approximately 60 minutes by power catamaran across the channel. The crossing can be choppy on windy days (typically afternoon) — morning departures are smoother. Catamarans handle the channel comfortably from 50ft and up.
Yes — the 65-75ft sailing catamarans are the most-booked vessel for bachelorette charters in the Riviera Maya. The flat upper deck creates a natural dance floor, the saloon doubles as a changing room, and the slower sail pace lets the celebration breathe. Better suited for relaxed celebrations than fast party scenes.
November through April has the calmest seas, clearest visibility, and lowest rainfall. June through October is hurricane season — September is typically the wettest month. We monitor weather closely and offer reschedule flexibility for storm days.
Message us on WhatsApp at +1 (954) 890-0266 with your date, group size (12+), and preferred route. We respond within 2 hours and coordinate the Puerto Aventuras marina entry, captain, and Tulum-hotel transfers.
From $2900. Captain & crew included. Same-day availability for most dates. We respond on WhatsApp within 2 hours.