Tour operator
Scuba Cancún
A family-run PADI 5 Star dive centre at kilometre 5 of the Hotel Zone, founded by the first scuba instructor to teach in Cancún.
Cancún Sailing
A Cancún catamaran operator running full-day sailing trips to Isla Mujeres with snorkelling, a beach club lunch and an open bar, plus private charters.
At a glance
- Type
- Catamaran tours
- Area
- Cancún, Cancún, Mexico
- Official site
- cancunsailing.com
Good to know
- Catamaran sailing
- Snorkelling
- Beach club
- Open bar
- Private boats
Why we recommend it
Cancún Sailing runs days on the water between Cancún and Isla Mujeres. It runs catamaran tours from Cancún, and it is also one of the companies named by Wikipedia as running boats to the island, alongside Ultramar and Jetway. México Desconocido lists it among the authorised operators that take visitors to the protected bird sanctuary of Isla Contoy.
The main product is a full-day catamaran trip to Isla Mujeres. The day combines sailing with a snorkelling stop to see the reef life, time on the island for shopping, and lunch with local and international dishes at an exclusive beach club. An open bar runs on board, and one of the highlights is the spinnaker ride, in which guests hang from the boat's spinnaker sail.
For groups, the company charters private boats, and it quotes for events such as birthdays and company outings. Families are welcome: children aged five to eleven pay a reduced fare and infants up to five ride free, and booking online saves up to 20 per cent on the standard price.
Cancún Sailing suits couples, families and groups of friends who want a relaxed, all-in-one day at sea rather than a ferry crossing and a self-guided visit. It is a good choice for first-time visitors who want to see Isla Mujeres and snorkel without planning the logistics. If you prefer to explore the island independently, the public ferries run by Ultramar from Puerto Juárez, Playa Tortugas and Playa Caracol are the alternative.
The company's website does not list departure points or times on its home page, so confirm where and when to meet when you book. Ask, too, whether hotel transfers are included.
A day trip with Cancún Sailing can be combined with other sights linked to the island. The Manchones gallery of the MUSA underwater museum lies in the waters near Isla Mujeres, and the El Meco archaeological site on the mainland, whose people were linked to rituals on the island, is near the ferry terminals at Puerto Juárez. For a quieter, nature-focused day, ask about trips to Isla Contoy, where visits are limited to 200 people a day.
Cancún Sailing FAQs
What does Cancún Sailing offer?
Full-day catamaran trips to Isla Mujeres, private boat charters and event quotations.
What is included in the Isla Mujeres trip?
Snorkelling, time on the island, lunch at an exclusive beach club, an open bar and a spinnaker sail ride.
Do children pay less?
Yes, children aged five to eleven pay a reduced fare and children under five travel free.
Is there a discount for booking online?
Yes, booking online can save up to 20 per cent.
Can I book a private boat?
Yes, private boats are available for groups.
Does Cancún Sailing go to Isla Contoy?
México Desconocido lists it among the authorised operators for Isla Contoy.
Where do tours depart from?
Departure points are not listed on the home page, so confirm when booking.
What is the spinnaker ride?
An experience in which guests hang from the catamaran's spinnaker sail.