Cozumel Catamarans

Cozumel Catamarans charters a named fleet rather than a generic pool of boats, which means you know before you pay what you are stepping onto. Five vessels cover groups from six up to fifteen, all on private four-hour charters to the southern reefs and sandbars.

What The Trip Includes

Charters are customisable, with private chefs, premium open bars, water toys and paddleboards available as add-ons, and access to the secluded beach destinations that shore-based tours cannot reach. The standard destinations are El Cielo, El Cielito, Palancar Reef and Columbia Reef.

Boat And Group Size

Five catamarans, all quoted for four hours: the 36ft La Yoya for ten guests from $1,250; the 39ft Lida for fifteen from $1,800; the 39ft Sophia for fifteen from $1,800; the 40ft Candela for fifteen from $1,900; and the 40ft Van Dutch for six from $1,350. The company puts the effective cost at roughly $130 per person depending on group size and vessel.

Good To Know

The Van Dutch is the outlier: fewer people, more boat, and worth considering for a couple or two couples who want space rather than capacity. Because charters are private, the crew can time the El Cielo stop around the cruise ship arrivals or work around a partner's dive schedule.

Getting There

Charters run out of Cozumel to the southern reefs. Confirm the departure marina and boarding time with the office when you book, as it varies by vessel.