Light Tour: Get to know Isla Mujeres on a Catamaran
An incredible catamaran trip from Cancun to Isla Mujeres
Available:Monday to Sunday, two departures: 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Duration:Between 6 and 7 hours.
Minimun Age:For all ages (for snorkeling, visitors must know how to swim, have at least 8 years old and in company of an adult. Recommended for adults up to 65 years).
Children:25% discount for children from 5 to 11 years old on the adult price.
*You must show your ID at the Embarcadero's ticket office.
- 7:00 a.m.7:00 amPick-up (only if included in your reservation
- 8:30 a.m.8:30 a.m.Check-in and boarding
- 9:00 a.m.9:00 a.m.Tour starts. Transfer to the reef and safety briefing
- 9:30 a.m.9:30 a.m.Snorkeling experience at El Meco
- 10:20 a.m.10:20 a.m.Transfer to the Perla Negra dock at downtown area
- 10:40 a.m.10:40 a.m.Descent at the Perla Negra dock
- 10:50 a.m.10:50 a.m.Box Lunch delivery
- 11:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.Free time at Isla Mujeres
- 2:15 p.m.2:15 p.m.Boarding at the Perla Negra dock for the returning trip
- 2:30 p.m.2:30 p.m.Transfer and party onboard the catamaran
- 3:45 p.m.3:45 p.m.Arrival to the Embarcadero pier
- 4:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.Access to the Scenic Tower
- 5:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.Transfer back to the hotel (only if included in your reservation)
- 10:00 a.m.10:00 a.m.Pick-up (only if included in your reservation)
- 11:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.Check-in and boarding
- 12:00 p.m.12:00 p.m.Tour starts. Transfer to the reef and safety briefing
- 12:30 p.m.12:30 p.m.Snorkeling experience at El Meco
- 1:20 p.m.1:20 p.m.Transfer to the Perla Negra dock at downtown area
- 1:40 p.m.1:40 p.m.Descent at the Perla Negra dock
- 1:50 p.m.1:50 p.m.Box Lunch delivery
- 2:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.Free time at Isla Mujeres
- 4:50 p.m.4:50 p.m.Boarding at the Perla Negra dock for the returning trip
- 5:05 p.m.5:05 p.m.Transfer and party onboard the catamaran
- 6:00 p.m.6:00 p.m.Arrival to the Embarcadero pier
- 6:15 p.m.6:15 p.m.Access to the Scenic Tower
- 6:45 p.m.6:45 p.m.Transfer back to the hotel (only if included in your reservation)
The tour includes
- Catamaran ride with music and ambiance, round trip from Cancun.
- Snorkeling tour at El Meco reef (minimum age of 8 years and requires to know how to swim).
- Box lunch
- Premium drinks on board.
- Fruit and cookies on board.
- Free time to explore Isla Mujeres.
- Access to the Scenic Tower.
- Return by ferry or catamaran.
Recommendations
- Wear cool clothing, a swimsuit, hat or cap, and sunglasses.
- Bring a towel and chemical-free sunscreen.
Important Information
- If you added transportation from your hotel, please confirm the place and time of pick-up.
- The minimum age for consumption of alcoholic beverages is 18 years old, and official identification is required.
- If you get by car, parking has a cost of 15 MXN per hour, or a fixed cost of 100 MXN per day if your stay is longer than 12 hours.
- For the snorkeling tour at the reef, the minimum age to participate is 8 years old and requires to know how to swim. Underage must be always in the company of an adult and it is mandatory to wear a lifejacket. Snorkeling activity is subject to weather conditions.
- Avoid touching the reefs or feeding the marine fauna.
- An adult must accompany minors.
- We ask you to follow all the indications of the crew for your safety and the safety of your family and friends.
- In bad weather, the authorities, through the Port Captaincy, will indicate if safe navigation is possible.
- To access the Scenic Tower, you must present your catamaran tour ticket. It is valid until 15 days after the date of the visit.
Online Price
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The Catamaran Light Tour departs from El Embarcadero by Xcaret
El Embarcadero by Xcaret located at the Cancun Hotel Zone Km 4.5 is the departing point for the Catamaran Light Tour to Isla Mujeres.
You can get there by public transportation, taxi or car (there is parking available at an additional cost).
FAQs about the Catamaran Light Tour
How and where to travel by catamaran?
- If you are enjoying your vacation in Cancun, you can take a fun catamaran tour to the wonderful Isla Mujeres. The boat leaves from the Embarcadero to Isla Mujeres by Xcaret and takes you on a 7-hour experience with snorkeling, music on board, snorkeling, premium drinks and free time on the island.
How long does the catamaran trip to Isla Mujeres take?
- The catamaran tour to Isla Mujeres has a duration of 7 hours. It includes:
- Catamaran ride with music and ambiance, round trip from Cancun.
- Snorkeling tour at El Meco reef (minimum age of 8 years and requires knowing how to swim).
- Box lunch.
- Premium drinks on board.
- Fruit and cookies on board.
- Free time to explore Isla Mujeres.
- Access to the Scenic Tower.
- Return by ferry or catamaran.
How safe is a catamaran?
- Totally safe! The captain and his crew are fully trained to make you spend a day of fun and confidence in high quality boats.