Sea Turtles

Whale Sharks

Neighboring Islands

Natural Ponds

Holbox

Chartering in Cancun

Cancun is one of the most popular Caribbean hotspots for winter charters. From Cancun it is possible to cruise the Riviera Maya coastline or sail to Isla Mujeres and spend the day lounging at Playa Norte. Or, for a longer cruise, you can take your yacht charter in Cancun and sail to Holbox and Cozumel, which are considered some of the most picturesque areas for diving and exploring by boat.

Cancun, Mexico, is on the Yucatán Peninsula and is known for its beaches, numerous resorts and amazing nightlife. Its beachfront Zona Hotelera houses all of its high-rise hotels, nightclubs, shops, such as La Isla, and restaurants — we recommend the Japanese restaurant Tora.

Your YachtLife charter specialist will be able to help you plan your bespoke itinerary, so the below should be considered as inspiration for your yacht charter in Cancun. We also have created a seven-day Riviera Maya yachting itinerary you may enjoy.

Enchant Yourself with Sea Turtles

Cancun’s beaches are some of the best spots in the world to see sea turtles. The beaches there serve as one of Mexico’s turtle nesting places. From May through October, female turtles come ashore every night to dig nests and lay dozens of eggs. From July through December, the eggs hatch and the babies swim out to sea.

Swim with Whale Sharks

If you travel here between June and September, there’s a good chance you’ll be able to swim with whale sharks. The Yucatán coast near Cancun is a world-famous spot for swimming with whale sharks. These sharks are the largest fish in the world and, despite being sharks, the adults are docile and harmless to humans; the younger sharks are extremely playful.

Explore Neighboring Islands

The advantage of a yacht charter in Cancun is that you are easily able to access nearby islands like Isla Mujeres. On your cruise to Isla Mujeres, make sure to snorkel at MUSA, an underwater museum with over 500 sculptures by six artists. The museum’s main goal is to encourage the growth of coral and replenish the once existing habitat of tropical marine life. 

As you arrive at Isla Mujeres, enjoy lunch at Marbella for the best seafood on the island. Later, take a walk through town, where you will be able to go shopping before returning to Cancun.

Swim in Cancun’s Natural Ponds

As you cruise the Riviera Maya’s coast, you will find that it is dotted with natural ponds, known as cenotes, formed from collapsed limestone. Drop anchor and go for a swim or snorkel to explore these impressive natural structures as you explore the nearby islands and beaches.

Visit Holbox

A more distant cruise would be from Cancun to Holbox, where you will find the Instagram-famous hammocks in the water. As you arrive, head to Raíces for one of the best seafood lunches in town. Spend the afternoon basking in the sun in crystal-clear waters.

Yachting in and around Cancun will be an experience not to be missed and will make for lifelong memories for you and your guests. Enjoy this part of the world as it was meant to be seen — from the water.

How to Charter a Yacht in Cancun?

Chartering a private yacht in Cancun should be simple and stress-free.

Whether we are working with you to create the perfect itinerary or procuring water toys or provisions, at YachtLife, we do our absolute best to ensure your yacht charter in Cancun will be one to remember.

We focus on the smallest details so you can focus on what matters most — enjoying your Cancun charter vacation.

If you are looking to charter tomorrow or planning your next vacation, YachtLife is here to help you find the perfect yacht for any occasion.

Go to our website or mobile apps (Android and iOS) and browse our hand-selected inventory of yachts to charter in Cancun. View photos, specs and pricing, and reserve without having to call a broker.

If you have any questions or need help planning, our team of professional yacht brokers is more than happy to assist in finding the perfect yacht for your charter vacation.