Evening on the water
Sunset Cruises
Golden hour on the Caribbean, drinks in hand.
There’s no better way to end a day in the Riviera Maya than from the water. As the sun drops over the Caribbean, the light turns gold, the breeze cools, and the whole coastline glows.
Your private yacht heads out in the late afternoon so you’re anchored in the perfect spot as the sky lights up. Pour a drink, put your music on, and watch the colors change with the people you came with.
It’s the easiest kind of celebration — no reservation lines, no crowds, just your group, the crew, and an open deck. Bring a speaker or let the crew set the mood.
Sunset charters run year-round and suit everything from a romantic two-person sail to a full-deck party. Tell us the vibe and we’ll match the boat.
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Yachts for a sunset cruise
Guest reviews
What guests say about sunset cruises
We rented a boat for a 3-hour sunset trip for a group of 14, and it ended up being one of the absolute highlights of our entire trip. Everyone had such an amazing time, we were genuinely so happy and impressed with the whole experience. The service was fantastic, the food was delicious, and the drinks were great. The crew deserves a huge shoutout, they were incredibly friendly, attentive, and just super fun to be around. They really made the experience special. We got to watch a beautiful sunset, swim in the sea, use paddleboards, and even go snorkeling. On top of that, we were able to do karaoke! The boat itself was excellent, and everything was very well organized from the start. The booking process was clear and straightforward, with no hidden costs, which we really appreciated. Overall, we had an unforgettable time and would absolutely do it again. Highly recommend!
This was our second outing on a private yacht with Playa Yachting. It did not disappoint! Both times the crew was phenomenal, the boat was fabulous, food was so tasty and the drinks flowed! We played music, enjoyed snorkeling where we saw colorful fish, stingrays, and turtles, played games in the water and on the boat and even spent some time just chilling out. I love that this is a private outing instead of being on a boat with 25 other strangers. We plan to make this an annual trip! Thanks for the amazing time!
Incredible experience. We had the yacht to ourselves (6 of us) and the ceviche and guacamole/ chips were large delicious portions. The crew was amazing- friendly, and there to help us with anything we wanted or needed. The sunset was beautiful and we had a speaker to play music. Also got to snorkel and see stingrays! Playa Yachting staff were friendly and communicative. We will be back!
Absolutely catered to our every need. The crew was completely professional and I don’t have a single complaint about this trip except to say that I wish it could have lasted forever. It was truly the highlight of my trip to playa del Carmen. Food was delicious, drinks flowed freely and everyone had a blast.
An incredible catamaran trip! The guide and captain were incredibly helpful and made sure everyone had a great time. The beach club is perfect for relaxing or continuing the party. All in all, a beautiful trip on the Caribbean Sea. I'll definitely be back.
How much fun can you have in one day. Thanks for an amazing day. Cruising on a yacht with great tunes, weather, people and a great vibe. Cant recommend it enough :)
We had a phenomenal experience with Playa Yachting to celebrate my bachelorette! If you are traveling to Cancun/Tulum and are looking for a luxury yacht experience, I truly could not recommend them more. The crew took such great care of our group of 13 girls and were fun, attentive, safe, and professional. After leaving the Cancun Marina, we journeyed to Isla Mujeres (about 45 min) where we anchored and were able to get in the water to lounge/swim. The rental included a lily pad and we also added two jet skis, which you are able to ride after anchoring. During the trip you are able to connect to their professional sound system via Bluetooth to play whatever music you like. We made a Spotify playlist for the weekend so just played that but there was also a space on the top deck for a DJ to set up if that’s something you want. The bartender on board kept our cups full with cold and tasty cocktails (best spicy margs I’ve ever had?) and we actually couldn’t stop talking about how good the chef made lunch was. Our booking included the following appetizers: fresh shrimp ceviche, grilled salmon bites with mango salsa, tuna crudo, plate of tropical fresh fruit, as well as chips & guacamole. In addition we selected 6 entrees from their menu: chicken tacos, grilled steak, fish, & shrimp with veggies, chicken nuggets with fries, & loaded nachos. Not only were they able to work with our multiple food allergy & restrictions, but the food was truly so fresh and delicious. It ended up being one of the best meals of the weekend. Our total journey was about 4 hours. We almost added another hour because we were having such a good time. All in all: crew, service, food & drink, safety & vibes were 10/10! Will definitely be booking again next time we are back in the area.
We recently rented a luxury catamaran out of Puerto Aventuras near Playa Del Carmen, and the experience exceeded every expectation we had. One thing that immediately stood out was that the yacht looked exactly like the photos online — which is rare these days. The boat was immaculate, luxurious, and clearly very well maintained. What really blew us away was the crew. We were greeted by four crew members including the captain, stewardess, bartender, and chef, all waiting for us the moment we stepped onboard with drinks in hand and a beautiful fresh fruit plate ready to go. From the very beginning, the level of service was absolutely incredible. The captain walked us through several options for the day, including visiting nearby reefs and relaxing at a sandbar. Based on the weather, we decided to spend some time snorkeling around the reef before heading to the sandbar for the rest of the afternoon — and it turned out to be the perfect itinerary. Every single detail throughout the day was top-tier. I honestly have never been catered to like that in my life. The crew anticipated everything we needed before we even had to ask. My entire group agreed this was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience and one we’ll never forget. If you’re considering booking a yacht charter in the Riviera Maya area, I would not hesitate for a second to use this company again. They are professional, attentive, and genuinely committed to providing an unforgettable luxury experience.
This was our group’s favorite experience in our trip to Playa del Carmen, Mexico. We cannot stop talking about our boat day! It started with a last minute need for a shuttle which Miguel- the gentleman organizing the boat for us- got us promptly and for an unbeatable price. The shuttle dropped us off at the best coffee shop ever where we had some pre boarding snacks and drinks (highly recommend the monkey)! Miguel was ready and waiting for us upon arrival but allowed us enough time to do all the eating we wanted. Then, we got to our beautiful boat where we were met with tasty welcome drinks and the 3 best staff members money can buy. Our Captain Victor had us smooth sailing the whole four hours while Maximilian poured up the best drinks and Masquerita made the absolute best ceviche with a fresh fish and sandwiches we’ve ever had in our lives! We had the opportunity to fish and snorkel while we snacked. We had so many laughs and great conversation with the staff. Overall, the responsiveness, friendliness, and fun that this company provided for us was unmatched- especially with our group’s last minute needs and changes. I would recommend this tour company to anyone and will be using them again my next time in Quintana Roo!
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