5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel
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Is 5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel worth booking?
5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel is a 5-hour experience in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, from $1632 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 131 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (131)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $1632 per person
Treat yourself to a day of luxury during this 5-hour, private yacht tour. Make stops at two gorgeous snorkel locations. Both are sheltered reef areas: In-Ha and La Bocana. Hop in the water and swim in the turquoise Carib
What you get
- Lunch
- Towels
- Snorkel gear and life jackets
- Restroom onboard
- Open Bar w/ unlimited drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
About this experience
Treat yourself to a day of luxury during this 5-hour, private yacht tour. Make stops at two gorgeous snorkel locations. Both are sheltered reef areas: In-Ha and La Bocana. Hop in the water and swim in the turquoise Caribbean sea with turtles and colorful fish. You'll also get to enjoy snacks, open bar, a ceviche lunch (or lunch of your request in advance) and an attentive and friendly crew that will serve you the entire tour! What else is unique, is if you'd like, you can troll fish on this tour as well. Anything you catch can be prepare fresh onboard for you! Another unique feature is our last stop is more of a cut-loose finale stop. You can jump in the shallow water, enjoy your cocktails and lunch there and we'll get your favorite tunes going. It's great tour for a group of friends or a celebration of a special occasion. And one of the best ways to experience paradise!
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Towels
- Snorkel gear and life jackets
- Restroom onboard
- Open Bar w/ unlimited drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
- Dock fee
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Playa del Carmen
We meet all travelers on the marina at Plaza Grand Marina, there's a Laundry and a couple of pharmacies, we'll see you at the entrance or inside the plaza at Dímelo bar. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure time.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We meet all travelers on the marina at Plaza Grand Marina, there's a Laundry and a couple of pharmacies, we'll see you at the entrance or inside the plaza at Dímelo bar. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure time.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Riviera Elite
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian/Vegan options (and other dietary restrictions) available. Please advise at time of booking.
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years old.
- Children and young adults under 18 years old must be accompanied by at least one adult.
- You can access the boat with a wheelchair but you will not be able to do water activities unless it meets our safety requirements.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 131 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
131 verified traveler reviews for 5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Morning on private yacht
Amazing trip out with the crew. Luis was a super host along with the crew Pinelo, Jamie and Axel.
Response from the operator: Thanks Dan! Luis, Pinelo, Jamie and Axel are a fun crew to have on the water. Really glad the private yacht tour out to the In-Ha reef treated you well. Hope to have you back in the Riviera Maya soon!
via Tripadvisor
Great crew, but options would have been nice.
So the boat and crew were lovely. Food was very good. However due to bad conditions we literally just motored to an area off a hotel beach for some fun. No snorkelling at all. The onto a place near the launch point to join other boats for a drink. My complaint is that if the conditions didn’t allow for the tour as advertised, we could have been contacted and moved dates.
Response from the operator: Thanks for the kind words about the boat, crew and food, and for the honest feedback on the rest. Sorry the conditions didn't cooperate that day, that's not the trip anyone hopes for. We hear you on wanting a heads up ahead of time and we've shared your notes with the team. If you're back in Puerto Aventuras, get in touch with us directly and we'll see what we can do about getting you out to the In-Ha reef.
via Tripadvisor
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Amazing Experience with Riviera Elite Boat Tours!
We had the most incredible 5-hour boat tour with Ramon and his amazing crew at Riviera Elite Boat Tours! From beginning to end, everyone was incredibly friendly, attentive, helpful, and genuinely committed to making sure we had an unforgettable experience. The boat ride was fantastic, the food was delicious, and snorkeling through the beautiful coral reefs was absolutely breathtaking. 🤿🐠🌊 The crew made everything feel easy, safe, fun, and completely relaxing—which is exactly what you want when you’re spending the day on the water! Ramon and his team truly went above and beyond. Their hospitality and attention to detail made the entire experience feel special. It was easily one of the highlights of our trip and an experience we’ll be talking about for a long time. If you’re looking for an amazing boat tour with a wonderful crew, gorgeous snorkeling, great food, and five hours of pure paradise, book Riviera Elite Boat Tours. You will not regret it! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thank you, Ramon and crew, for such an unforgettable day! 💙🌴⚓️
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful review! We're thrilled that Ramon and his crew made your 5-hour private yacht charter one of the highlights of your trip. Ramon and the team will be delighted to hear how much you appreciated their attentive hospitality, from making you feel safe and relaxed to serving delicious food and creating a fun day on the Caribbean Sea. We're especially happy you enjoyed snorkeling the beautiful In-Ha reef and experiencing the incredible marine life of the Riviera Maya. Your enthusiastic recommendation means so much to our entire team. Thank you for choosing Riviera Elite, and we'd be delighted to welcome you back for another unforgettable Riviera Maya yacht charter!
via Tripadvisor
Scalleywags are the best!
The scalleywags were amazing!! We had so much fun and were provided everything we needed!! Can’t wait to come back and do it again with the same crew!
Response from the operator: Same crew, same reef, just say the word! The Scallywags will be thrilled to read this. In-Ha is one of our favorite stops and it's even better with a group that's up for it. Thanks so much, see you next time.
via Tripadvisor
10/10 experience!
We had an absolute blast! Our guide, Luis, was phenomenal—super knowledgeable, engaging, and made the whole experience unforgettable. Aban, Charly, and Payo were equally amazing, attentive, and personable, ensuring everyone in our group was well taken care of from start to finish. You can really tell this team cares about giving guests the best possible time. I would 100% recommend this tour to anyone and will definitely be booking with them again. Thank you all so much for a fantastic memory! ¡Nos lo pasamos genial! Nuestro guía, Luis, fue fenomenal: superpreparado, ameno e hizo que toda la experiencia fuera inolvidable. Aban, Charly y Payo fueron igualmente increíbles, atentos y muy amables, asegurándose de que todos en el grupo estuviéramos bien atendidos de principio a fin. Realmente se nota que a este equipo le importa que los visitantes tengan la mejor experiencia posible. Recomendaría este tour al 100% a cualquiera y definitivamente volveré a reservar con ellos. ¡Muchas gracias a todos por crear un recuerdo tan fantástico!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your incredible review! We're truly grateful for your kind words and thrilled to hear that Luis, Aban, Charly, and Payo made your private yacht charter such an unforgettable experience. We'll be sure to share your compliments with the entire crew—they'll be delighted to know their knowledge, hospitality, and attentive service made such a lasting impression. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed your time exploring the In-Ha Reef, and knowing you would recommend us and plan to return is the highest compliment we could receive. Thank you for choosing Riviera Elite for your Riviera Maya yacht charter, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable adventure on the Caribbean Sea! ¡Muchísimas gracias por compartir una reseña tan increíble! Nos llena de alegría saber que Luis, Aban, Charly y Payo hicieron de su paseo en yate privado una experiencia verdaderamente inolvidable. Compartiremos sus amables palabras con todo el equipo, quienes estarán encantados de saber que su profesionalismo, atención y hospitalidad dejaron una impresión tan especial. Nos alegra mucho que hayan disfrutado de su visita al arrecife In-Ha, y saber que nos recomendarían al 100% y que planean regresar es el mejor reconocimiento que podríamos recibir. Gracias por elegir Riviera Elite para su tour en yate por la Riviera Maya. ¡Será un placer recibirlos nuevamente para otra aventura inolvidable en el Mar Caribe!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 46
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 77
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Playa del Carmen.
How much does 5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel cost?
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Prices start at $1632 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Playa del Carmen usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Playa del Carmen is not rushed.
Is 5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 131 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Playa del Carmen, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel?
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Around 46 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Playa del Carmen can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Playa del Carmen and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 5-Hour Private 40' Yacht 2-Stop Tour to In-Ha reef with Food, Drinks & Snorkel start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Playa del Carmen within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Playa del Carmen?
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On Outty we rank every Playa del Carmen experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include VIP Chichen Itza Private Tour, VIP Tulum Private Tour, Chichen Itza Private Tour VIP. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Playa del Carmen?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Playa del Carmen?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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