Cancun Yacht Rentals Mexico46 Ft Yacht Rental Cancun: The Private 46-Foot Yacht From Marina Sunset Lagoon
This 46 ft yacht rental cancun listing is the cheapest private boat in the comparison of Cancun yacht rentals, at $250 for the whole boat. Cancun Yacht Rentals runs it from Marina Sunset Lagoon with a captain and crew included, for 1 to 6 hours and up to 15 guests. It carries 4.8 from 340 verified reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. The low price comes with a short list of inclusions, so read on to see what you actually get, what you pay at the dock, and which travellers should pick a different boat. Compare it with the other yacht rentals in Cancun.
About This Tour
Cancun Yacht Rentals offers a private 46-foot yacht with captain and crew from Marina Sunset Lagoon. You choose 1, 2, 3, 4 or 6 hours. The $250 price is the from-price for the whole boat, up to 15 guests, and the final price depends on the option you pick.
The crew helps you snorkel and serves drinks, and you can play your own music over Bluetooth. Bottled water and 3 bags of ice are on board. Bring your own food and drinks or order catering ahead, because soda, alcohol and food are not in the price.
From $250 per group, up to 15 guests. Never divide it per person. The final price depends on the option you pick.
1 to 6 hours. Pick 1, 2, 3, 4 or 6 hours when you book.
Restaurante Caminos at the entrance to Marina Sunset Lagoon, where a representative waits. Show the digital ticket and a photo ID at check-in.
46 ft private yacht, maximum 15 guests. All ages, infants on an adult's lap. Strollers allowed, service animals allowed.
Dock fee for Cancun Bay, amount not stated in the listing, and the Viator API lists extra charges of $14. Gratuities, soda and alcohol are also not included.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. The tour can be cancelled for bad weather.
Check Dates and Availability
Starting times are shown when you check availability, and the price changes with the duration you pick. Cancel free up to 24 hours before departure.
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Quick answer Price, hours and what to know
This private 46-foot yacht costs from $250 per group, takes up to 15 guests, and leaves from Marina Sunset Lagoon with captain and crew included. A dock fee for Cancun Bay is paid on top, and the listing does not state the amount. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before departure.
Key takeaways
- See what the price covers and the cash fees in What the Price Actually Covers.
- Follow the day hour by hour in What the Day Is Really Like.
- Want a bigger boat with more gear on board? Compare the 55ft Luxury Yacht Charter.
- Not sure this is the right boat? Check Who This Charter Rules Out before you book.
What the Price Actually Covers
The listing keeps inclusions short, so here is exactly what you get, what you do not, and what you may hand over in cash on the day.
Included
Every rental comes with a captain and crew. Bottled water and 3 bags of ice are on board, and the crew helps you snorkel and serves drinks and catering ordered beforehand. Use of snorkeling equipment is listed as an inclusion, and you can sync your own music over Bluetooth.
Strollers and service animals are allowed.
| Line | In the price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Captain and crew | Yes | Included on every rental |
| Bottled water and 3 bags of ice | Yes | Served by the crew |
| Snorkeling equipment | Yes | Crew helps you snorkel |
| Bluetooth music | Yes | Connect your own playlist |
| Soda and alcohol | No | Not included, bring your own |
| Food | No | Bring your own or order catering ahead |
| Dock fee, Cancun Bay | No | Paid separately, amount not stated |
| Gratuities | No | At your discretion |
What You Pay on the Day
The dock fee for Cancun Bay is not in the price and the listing does not state the amount. The Viator API lists extra charges of $14. Tips for the crew are extra, and so are any drinks and food you do not bring yourself.
Arrive at the marina with your digital ticket and photo ID, which are mandatory at check-in.
The From-price Rule
$250 is the from-price. The same boat is offered at 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 hours and the price depends on the option, so check the option price before you book.
Sources: CONANP, Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun y Punta Nizuc, Wikipedia, Cancun
Private yachts moored in a Caribbean marina. Taken at Marigot Bay, St Lucia. Photo: Paul Harrison, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
What the Day Is Really Like
The listing names one stop, Cancun Bay, and leaves the route to the crew. Here is how the day runs from the stated details.
Check-in at the Marina
Meet at Restaurante Caminos at the entrance to Marina Sunset Lagoon, where a representative of Cancun Yacht Rentals waits. Present the digital ticket confirmation and a photo ID, which the listing calls a mandatory requirement during check-in. Guests are generally advised to arrive 15 to 20 minutes before departure at the marina.
Starting times are not fixed in the listing, so confirm yours when you book.
Out of the Marina and Onto the Bay
The listing names one destination, Cancun Bay. The captain and crew customize each rental, so tell them what your group wants within the hours you paid for. The listing does not promise Isla Mujeres or Playa Norte, and any route beyond the bay depends on the sea and the port.
Swimming, Snorkeling and Music
The crew helps you snorkel and the snorkeling equipment is included. Life vests are mandatory in the Cancun and Isla Mujeres marine park, so wear one in the water. Between stops you can play your own playlist over Bluetooth while the crew serves the bottled water, ice and any catering you ordered ahead.
In the Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun y Punta Nizuc marine park, visitors must not touch species, must not feed fish and must not anchor in seagrass beds.
Food and Drinks
Nothing is served beyond water and ice unless you order catering before the trip or bring your own. You can bring your own drinks and food on board. Soda and alcohol are not included.
Back to the Dock
The trip ends at Marina Sunset Lagoon, the same marina you started from. The listing states no return time, so work backwards from your departure time and the duration you booked. The dock fee is paid on top of the price and tips for the crew are at your discretion.
Who This Charter Rules Out
The low price fits some groups well and others badly. These are the stated limits and the alternatives.
Groups Over 15
The boat caps at 15 guests, and the listing link names 15 PAX. For a bigger boat with a paddle board and floating mattress on board, look at the 55ft Luxury Yacht Charter, which takes up to 20.
Anyone Expecting a Set Itinerary to Isla Mujeres
The only named stop is Cancun Bay, and the listing does not promise Isla Mujeres or Playa Norte. If the island run is the point of the day, the Isla Mujeres Private Yacht spends 4 hours on that route with hotel pickup, and the Private Yacht Rental 2 to 6 Hours sends its 4 and 6-hour options to the island with snorkeling for up to 8 guests.
Travellers Who Want Food and a Bar Included
Soda, alcohol and food are not in the price. You bring your own or order catering ahead. If you would rather have it all on board, the 55ft Yacht with Food and Drinks includes seafood dishes, a full bar and fees and taxes in the price.
Check-in Rules
Photo ID and the digital ticket are mandatory at check-in at the marina, so carry them. All ages sail and infants sit on an adult's lap. No wheelchair access is stated.
The tour suits all fitness levels.
Weather and Cancellations
The tour can be cancelled for bad weather. Cancun gets about 1,340 mm of rain a year and the Atlantic hurricane season runs 1 June to 30 November, so build slack into a tight schedule. Free cancellation runs up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
The Hotel Zone shore that most Cancun yacht rentals cruise past. Photo: G.Mannaerts, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Getting There and What to Add
Marina Sunset Lagoon sits in the Cancun Hotel Zone area. Public transport options are available nearby according to the listing, and there is plenty to do around the bay before and after your slot.
Reaching the Marina
Meet at Restaurante Caminos at the entrance to Marina Sunset Lagoon. One directory places Marina Sunset at kilometer 5.5 of Boulevard Kukulcan, so follow signs for the marina and confirm the spot with the operator. In the Hotel Zone the route number does not matter because Boulevard Kukulcan is a single road.
R-1 links Puerto Juarez ferry terminal with the Hotel Zone and R-2 links Avenida Kabah with the Hotel Zone, and both stop at Playa Tortugas. No parking is named in the listing, so ask the operator when you confirm.
Before or After the Charter
If your charter leaves you time, the Hotel Zone piers run ferries to Isla Mujeres every 1 to 2 hours from 8:00 to 18:30 with a 25 to 30 minute crossing, and the guide to the ferry to Isla Mujeres covers fares and timetables. Playa Norte on that island is a few minutes on foot from the terminal, with shallow water you can wade a long way out into. The Cancun underwater museum lies offshore with around 500 sculptures a few meters down, best seen on a dedicated snorkel or dive trip.
The Nichupte Lagoon behind the Hotel Zone has its own boat tours, and the Maya port site of El Meco, about 8 to 9 km north of downtown, opens 8:00 to 16:30 with entry about 145 pesos for foreigners. Read the Playa Norte guide if you plan to tack the island onto your day.
Hour by Hour on the Water
The listing states no fixed clock times, so starting times are confirmed at booking and the steps below follow the order of the day.
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Start
Meet at Restaurante Caminos
Arrive 15 to 20 minutes early at Restaurante Caminos at the entrance to Marina Sunset Lagoon. Show your digital ticket and photo ID, which are mandatory at check-in.
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After check-in
Board and leave the dock
The captain and crew welcome you on the 46-foot yacht and settle the route around Cancun Bay within the hours you booked. Connect your phone over Bluetooth if you want your own music.
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First stretch
Cruise Cancun Bay
The listing's named stop is Cancun Bay. The crew serves bottled water over ice and the yacht works the bay while your group settles in.
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If you swim
Snorkel stop
The crew helps you snorkel and equipment is included. Wear the life vest, which is mandatory in the marine park, and stay off coral and seagrass.
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As booked
Swimming and drinks
The crew serves any catering you ordered ahead, and you can eat and drink what you brought.
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End
Back to Marina Sunset Lagoon
The yacht returns to the same marina. Pay the dock fee if it is still due, tip the crew if you are happy, and the day ends where it started.
Where It Wins and Where It Does Not
A short honest read before you book.
What we genuinely like
- The lowest private price in the catalog, from $250 per group, with 4.8 from 340 verified reviews
- Captain and crew included on every rental, plus bottled water, 3 bags of ice and snorkeling equipment
- Five duration options from 1 to 6 hours, so you can buy only the time you need
- Bring your own food and drinks, or order catering ahead
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
The honest downsides
- The $250 is a from-price, so the option you pick sets what you pay
- The dock fee for Cancun Bay is extra, the listing does not state the amount, and the Viator API lists extra charges of $14
- No soda, alcohol or food included, so a longer day means planning a cooler or a catering order
- The only named stop is Cancun Bay, with no promised run to Isla Mujeres or Playa Norte
- Photo ID and the digital ticket are mandatory at check-in, so arrive at Restaurante Caminos with both
Who it's NOT for: Anyone who wants a guaranteed Isla Mujeres itinerary, a stocked bar or food included should book a different charter.
Questions About This 46-Foot Yacht
How much does this 46 ft yacht rental in Cancun cost?
The listing price starts from $250 per group, covering the whole boat for up to 15 guests. The options run 1, 2, 3, 4 or 6 hours and the final price depends on the one you pick. The dock fee for Cancun Bay is paid separately.
Where do I board the yacht?
At Restaurante Caminos at the entrance to Marina Sunset Lagoon, where a representative waits. Bring the digital ticket and a photo ID, which are mandatory at check-in. See all Cancun yacht rentals in the comparison.
Is Isla Mujeres included in the route?
Not as a promise. The listing names only Cancun Bay, and any longer run depends on the hours you booked and the sea and port conditions. For a boat built around the island, see the Isla Mujeres Private Yacht listing.
What should I bring on board?
Bring your own food and drinks because soda, alcohol and food are not included, plus money for the dock fee and tips. Bottled water, 3 bags of ice and snorkeling equipment are provided. Pack sun protection and check the best time to visit Cancun for wind and rain patterns.
Can I cancel if the weather turns?
Yes. Cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure for a full refund, and the operator can cancel the tour for bad weather. Bad weather is one of the limits listed in Who This Charter Rules Out.
Is this boat big enough for my group?
It takes up to 15 guests, and infants sit on an adult's lap. If you have more people or want more deck space, the 55ft Luxury Yacht Charter takes up to 20 with a paddle board and floating mattress on board.
Can we play our own music?
Yes, you can sync your own music by Bluetooth during the trip, and the crew serves your drinks while it plays.
Prices, availability and terms are set by the operator and confirmed at checkout.
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