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Sailing Paradise: From Cancun to Isla Mujeres on Xcaret's Catamaran

December 12, 2023

My experience on the new Xcaret Xailing tour: Catamaran from Cancun to Isla Mujeres

A few days ago, I went with my friends to explore the new Xcaret tour that departs from the Cancun Hotel Zone Pier to Isla Mujeres. I'll tell you every detail of our experience on the Catamaran Prime Tour.

Check prices and what's included here: Catamaran by Xcaret.

Let's start by getting to know the tour's destination, one of my favorites in Mexico: Isla Mujeres.

Isla Mujeres - Magical Town

Isla Mujeres, located in the Mexican Caribbean, is a tropical paradise that captivates its visitors with its natural beauty and relaxed charm. Surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise waters , the island offers white sandy beaches , perfect for enjoying sunny days by the sea.

Its name, "Island of Women," is derived from pre-Hispanic goddess statues fishermen found on the island in honor of Ixchel, the moon goddess and fertility goddess.

In addition to its cultural history, Isla Mujeres attracts marine life enthusiasts with snorkeling and diving opportunities to explore vibrant coral reefs and diverse underwater ecosystems.

In addition to its beaches, the charming center of the island, with cobblestone streets and colorful houses, invites travelers to stroll and discover local shops, restaurants, and markets full of crafts.

Isla Mujeres is a tranquil retreat away from the hustle and bustle, where visitors can enjoy the serenity of its natural landscapes and the warmth of its local culture, making this island an unforgettable destination in the heart of the Mexican Caribbean.

Catamaran Journey from Cancun to Isla Mujeres

The meeting point to start the tour is at "El Embarcadero," located in the Cancun Hotel Zone, on Boulevard Kukulcán at kilometer 4.5.

From this same place, ferries also depart for the Cancun-Isla Mujeres route. You can get all the information about that service here: Ferry to Isla Mujeres routes and schedules .

In addition to providing services such as parking, restrooms, ATMs, and ticket booths, El Embarcadero features a souvenir shop where you can buy items that could be beneficial for your journey to Isla Mujeres, including swimsuits, towels, hats, caps, sandals, and more.

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We embarked on the Xcaret Xailing tour aboard a catamaran, and I'll now explain what makes it unique.

A catamaran is a watercraft, whether sail or motor-powered, with two parallel hulls connected by a crossbeam framework. Its design provides exceptional stability and efficiency in the water, reducing resistance and allowing higher speeds than single-hull vessels.

Catamarans are popular in the Mexican Caribbean for recreation and tourist trips, offering a smooth and comfortable experience in calm seas. Their versatility makes them ideal for various water activities, from relaxing sunset cruises to day trips for snorkeling or fun parties on board.

First Stop: Snorkeling on the Reef

Once on board, the first activity we did after enjoying our refreshing welcome drink was gearing up to explore the coral reef. The guides provided us with a life jacket, a full-face mask, and fins (optional) and explained how to use them.

For those experiencing this for the first time, let me explain:

What is snorkeling?

Snorkeling is a recreational water activity that involves swimming on the water's surface equipped with a mask, breathing tube, and fins. Participants observe fascinating marine life while breathing through the tube, keeping their faces submerged.

This practice allows exploring coral reefs , colorful fish, and other underwater ecosystems in an accessible way without heavy diving equipment. Snorkeling is a popular experience to appreciate marine beauty in a relaxed manner and is suitable for people of all ages.

In this tour, we were divided into groups of 10 people per guide and swam gradually through different reef areas in El Meco , between Cancun and Isla Mujeres.

You may also be interested in:  The fish you can see while snorkeling on the coral reef .

Second Stop: Beach Club in Isla Mujeres

After returning to the catamaran, drying off, and refreshing ourselves with delicious premium drinks, we prepared to disembark at a beautiful beach club in Isla Mujeres.

As we approached the island, a dreamlike tropical view appeared, full of palm trees and a beach with calm waters, perfect for resting and having a good time.

We had free time to take advantage of according to each person's preferences. The activities available for enjoyment include:

· Buffet lunch 

· Open bar

· Access to the pool

· Relaxing on sun loungers

· Strolling along the beach 

· Entering the sea

· Using bathrooms and showers

· Taking advantage of the beautiful spots for a photo session

We found that the time given was perfect for enjoying all the amenities. Undoubtedly, it is a very cozy and relaxing space.

Upon returning to the catamaran, the crew offered us a variety of freshly prepared drinks, including mojitos, mezcalinas, Palomas, micheladas, and more. We continued the journey through the dazzling colors of the Caribbean Sea towards our next activity.

Third stop of the tour: free time to explore Isla Mujeres

Our next stop was to explore Isla Mujeres freely. The guides explained several things we could do, such as visiting the island's most popular beaches, buying souvenirs at the local markets, and walking through its colorful streets, among many other options.

We decided to explore the island by walking through its picturesque downtown streets and reaching the viewpoint with a beautiful sea view. We also headed to the beach to enjoy the white sand full of shells, seashells, and ocean waves.

Return to Cancun

After strolling and enjoying this beautiful Magical Town, snorkeling in the Caribbean Sea reef, and enjoying the beach club, it's time to return to Cancun.

Tip: The tour guides explained that we could decide whether to stay longer on Isla Mujeres, return on one of Xcaret's ferries at a time that suits us best, or return on the catamaran.

If you choose to return on the catamaran with the tour, the atmosphere becomes lively on board, as there is a party, dancing, music, and drinks for those who prefer it.

If you want to buy this tour, you can do so through the website at this link: Get a quote for your Catamaran Prime Tour ticket .

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A New Addition to the Xcaret All-Fun Inclusive Offerings…

Grupo Xcaret has announced a new addition to their All-Fun Inclusive offerings–a catamaran cruise !  My understanding is that the catamaran leaves from La Casa de la Playa (the resort immediately to the north of Hotel Xcaret Arte), but right now I can’t seem to find out more information about the details.  The new catamaran cruise is for all guests of Hotel Xcaret Mexico, Hotel Xcaret Arte, and La Casa de la Playa, all Grupo Xcaret properties.

Here’s a short list of current All-Fun Inclusive offerings:

• Veleo Xailing (the new catamaran cruise)
• ferry to Isla Mujeres which leaves from the western edge of Cancun’s Hotel Zone
• complimentary roundtrip airport to hotel transportation
• complimentary access to the following parks and attractions (no reservation required):  Xcaret, Xplor, and Xenses
• complimentary access to the following parks and attractions (advance reservation required):  Xavage, Xplor Fuego (Xplor Park at night), and Xel-Ha.
• complimentary tours/excursions (advance reservation required):  Xenotes, and Xoximilco (a night excursion featuring the music of Mexico while riding on a boat–famous for overdrinking since it’s an open bar on beer and tequila, you also get dinner for free).

Some of the original excursions are not offered anymore (I went to Chichen Itza for free when I stayed at Hotel Xcaret Mexico), but the very popular Xenotes tour seems like it has taken its place.  I also took advantage of doing the Xoximilco excursion at the time and personally did not like it due to the mandatory group games which occurred while the boat was traveling from one performance point to another, but that is just me, others may enjoy such entertainment.  I also went to Xcaret Park several times during my Hotel Xcaret Mexico stay, it is a huge park with much to offer vacationers.  If you want to read more about my Xcaret Park experience, click here to read my blog post about it.

Keep in mind that All-Fun Inclusive offerings means you get free roundtrip transportation to the park or event as well as free admission.  If the setup is the same, I was even allowed a free lunch and non-alcoholic drinks (at a specific park restaurant) when visiting Xcaret Park.  At the time there was a separate admissions area just for Hotel Xcaret guests, so look for that when you arrive at the parks.

I welcome the new catamaran excursion since I always insist on taking one when cruising the Caribbean or visiting Hawaii, it’s one of my favorite things to do.  Since I will be staying at Hotel Xcaret Arte in March, I will be contacting the resort about a week ahead of arrival and make my reservation–hopefully there will be space and I can document the event to share with you.

If anyone has taken this new Grupo Xcaret All-Fun Inclusive addition, let us all know how it went and what was involved.  Thanks, and I will see you in Cancun!

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Hotel Xcaret Arte: The Ultimate Guide *Start Here*

If you are considering a trip to Hotel Xcaret Art e, or just trying to find some more information, you’ve come to the right place!

When planning a trip for our family of 6 (myself, husband, 2 young adult kids, and their 2 significant others), it’s a fun challenge to find a destination that will suit everyone’s taste. My travel style is typically go-go-go, but I recognize the value of travel that includes some true vacation down time!

For New Year’s 2023, I was looking to splurge on something special. We are at the point where all 6 of us can put away some food and drinks, so I was leaning toward all inclusive, and just looking for the right one. These were my criteria:

• Activities, preferably no additional charge, to break up the pool/beach time
• Great food (something all inclusive resorts are NOT known for)
• Gorgeous pools and resort grounds
• Culture/location – most resorts are not the *best* place to get a feel for the culture of an area, so I was specifically looking for a resort that puts culture front and center.

Why Hotel Xcaret?

A little background:.

Once I started reading about Xcaret (the “X” is pronounced “Ish” – you will see the “X” a lot!), I got more and more excited. It was exactly what I was looking for. The Xcaret complex is about 8 miles south of Playa del Carmen , so about 1 hour and 15 mins from the Cancun airport (more with traffic, and there’s usually traffic). It consists of 3 hotels: Hotel Xcaret Mexico (the OG), Hotel Xcaret Arte (adults only), and La Casa de las Playas (also adult only, this is a recently opened ultra high end option). Hotel Xcaret Arte was our resort of choice, and will be the primary focus of this series (although we were fortunate to enjoy aspects of Hotel Xcaret Mexico as well).

1. The Activities

There are also 3 different “eco-parks” on the main campus: Xcaret Park , Xplor/Xplor Fuego , and Xenses . And this leads us to the main thing that set Hotel Xcaret apart from other all inclusive resorts – they are also what they refer to as “all-fun” inclusive. There are the 3 parks near the resort (a shuttle runs approx. all day every day on a 20 minute circuit between the hotels and parks): Xcaret, Xplor, and Xenses. In addition to the nearby parks, there are many other options to keep you busy (at no extra charge!!) You can take a catamaran or ferry to Isla Mujeres (Xailing), you can do a Mexican “floating fiesta” ( Xoximilco ), you can tour Chichen Itza ( Xichen ), and much more! See my post delving into the available parks and activities in depth ( Hotel Xcaret Arte: Time for Adventure – the Activities and Excursions ).

2. The Food

Great food and drink are super important to our family, especially on vacation! Xcaret kept coming up as I searched for the elusive resort that boasts quality delicious food. The consensus is that while Hotel Xcaret Mexico ‘s food is delicious, Hotel Xcaret Arte (to no surprise, as it is adults only), is for a more sophisticated palate.

Arte has restaurants requiring reservations ( Tah Xido , Kibi Kibi , Encanta , C hino Poblano , Xaak – this one is an additional cost) and restaurants that don’t ( Cayuco , Arenal , Cantina VaIPy , Apapachoa , Mercado de San Juan ). They also have poolside service, room service, food carts, and various bars/walkup cafes. And the best part, it’s not quantity over quality. It’s easy to see that the staff takes pride in their food craftsmanship!

3. The Resort/Grounds

For the portion of our trip we weren’t eating great food or doing fun activities, we were hoping to be served drinks in a tropical paradise. Hotel Xcaret Arte checked that box too! For lounging by a body of water, you have ample pools (including rooftop pools at all the casas except La Paz ), Coves and rivers throughout the property (with fish!), and of course, the beach. It should be noted that if the beach is your #1 criteria, Xcaret may not be the best bet. We only went down to the beach once during our stay – we were more than happy enjoying the unique cove/river environment. It’s a small beach, but there is bar service and some chairs if that’s your preference! We were happy mainly enjoying the view of the turquoise ocean from the rooftop pools.

4. The Culture/Location

Xcaret has outings to both Tulum and to Chitzen Itza with tour guides to explore the ruins of the incredible Mayan civilization. The main park, Xcaret Par k, has its own ruins as well. Everywhere you look at the resort, Mexican culture is front and center. The treats left daily in our room were all handmade Mexican candies in locally handmade woven containers (I love my collection!). Other assorted snacks in the room throughout our stay are made locally as well. There is an emphasis on Mexican art throughout the property and in the rooms themselves. The casas represent different art forms and have workshops for each: Musica (music), Diseno (design), Artistas (art/painting), Piramide (pottery).

Once I determined that Hotel Xcaret Arte had absolutely everything I wanted, I started working on making it happen! This is NOT a budget resort, but in my opinion, it was worth every penny. If you come across a deal, don’t hesitate to grab it and go have an amazing time!

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HOTEL XCARET ARTE

MEXICAN ART STAYS IN YOU

Discover an artisan Mexico, that has captured through generations its history and culture in looms, paintings, clay pieces and symphonies, creating a unique marvel just in front of the Caribbean Sea that fusions a natural and artistic Mexico. Hotel Xcaret Arte opened its doors on July 1, 2021. Its 900 hotel suites pay tribute to great Mexican artists, and its unique concept will transform the hotel industry. Come and live art from its inception. We are Mexico, we are art.

HOTEL XCARET ARTE ALL-FUN INCLUSIVE ™

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The All-Fun Inclusive™ resort concept of Hotel Xcaret Arte is strengthened with 5 workshops with exclusive artistic activities : dancing, pottery, weaving, painting and literature. The adrenaline and inspiration continue with unlimited access to the most iconic and loved parks in Cancun and the Riviera Maya : Xcaret, Xel-Há, Xplor, Xplor Fuego, Xoximilco, Xenses, Xavage and Xenotes.

XCARET XAILLING

Enjoy the magic of Isla Mujeres, its beaches, picturesque atmosphere, and the warmth of its people with Xcaret Xailing. As a guest of Hotel Xcaret Arte, transportation to Cancun and the ferry to the island are included.

SUITES IN OUR ALL-INCLUSIVE

We believe in creating and living the artwork, in being part of a whole, generating experiences in an environment without rush. This magical trip starts where you will rest in carefully curated suites in a handmade way, where Mexican decor and different organic amenities that will pamper you in this adults-only experience (for young adults older than 16 years old) 900 hotel suites inspired by local and national artists.

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Spacious rooms with awe inspiring design, views and contact with nature.

CASA DEL DISEÑO

Located in front of the Caribbean Sea, Casa del Diseño offers the best in artistic and natural wealth of Mexico. Ideal for those who treasure contemplation moments in a relaxed, original and spontaneous environment. An experience that is built in the Textile Workshop and in the open space activities, that will allow you to enjoy paradise in any way you wish to live it.

CASA DE LOS ARTISTAS

A private experience for those whose look for exclusiveness. Thanks to its proximity to the beach and our inlets, Casa de los Artistas will give you postcards that seem to be created over a canvas. The only Casa with its own library, Painting workshop access and invitation to the Kibi-Kibi restaurant under the care of chef Roberto Solís .

CASA DE LA PIRÁMIDE

With amazing views to our river and Xpiral pyramid, Casa de la Pirámide will wrap you in the majesty of the temples and old cities, and its Pottery workshop will take you to that time. From its rooftop, you will be able to lose your view in the blue of the Caribbean and the green shades of the Mayan jungle.

CASA DE LA MÚSICA

A concept that will make you dance literally and metaphorically in the Latin Dance Workshop. In Casa de la Música you will find your own rhythm and you will dance with ease and trust to live in your own house. The terraces in the suites will become balconies to surprise you with a full sensorial experience.

CASA DE LA PAZ

The peace that you will find while connecting with yourself and the nature will become the new luxury. Casa de la Paz will give you the gift of silence and tranquility that very few places have. Its benefits in Muluk Spa and its suites with volcanic stone bathtub in the terrace are the starting point to purify yourself in the paradise in front of you.

CASA DEL PATRÓN

Where the art comes to life. This Casa will be the scenario of different local, national and foreign artists. Here you can find the Convention Centers and halls that will host concerts, award ceremonies, congresses and other events that will be recorded in National’s Art History. The restaurants of our Gastronomic Group and the Cafeteca will be a meeting point at Casa del Patrón .

Smells and flavors that will delight these gastronomic pieces, where each menu is a chapter, and the full story is the debut created altogether by Alejandro Ruiz, Roberto Solís, Paco Méndez, Jonatán Gómez Luna, Miguel Bautista and Luis Arzapalo. We invite you to taste the Mexican gastronomy , from an honest offer from these flavor artists, that form part of the Gastronomic Group of Hoteles Xcaret .

SPA & WELLNESS

Ancient wise men where alchemists. They created, experimented and healed themselves in connection with the deepest parts of Mother Earth. In Muluk Spa , you will live a personalized experience from the moment of your introduction to the Salón del Alquimista. Then, with the helping hand of our therapists team, you will enjoy a customized mental and sensorial rest.

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Hotel Xcaret Arte is an adults-only (young adults ages 16 and up), all-inclusive getaway set in the exotic jungle of Riviera Maya. With 900 suites, nine restaurants and 10 bars, as well as a relaxing spa, each guest will find their personal paradise. This All-Fun Inclusive package includes access to the eco park and tours, as well as transfers, to make sure each guest enjoys adventure and action. Whether relaxing on the beach, pampering in the spa or ziplining through the jungle, guests can find their idyllic vacation and discover the true essence of Mexico at Hotel Xcaret Arte.

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Enjoy astounding catamaran tours to Isla Mujeres with Xcaret Xailing

Enjoy Isla Mujeres and discover the incredible underwater world with the Xcaret Catamaran Light Tour . Spend an unforgettable day and explore the wonders of El Meco reef, enjoy an open bar on board, and explore the picturesque streets and beautiful beaches of Isla Mujeres.

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Relax on heavenly beaches or venture through the charming streets of this iconic destination in the Mexican Caribbean. For you to enjoy at your own pace, we offer the option to return to Cancun on our comfortable ferry. Discover Isla Mujeres with freedom and style!

In the Catamaran Prime option, embark on an unparalleled experience, immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters of El Meco Reef during an unforgettable snorkeling experience, and enjoy an exclusive beach club with a buffet and open bar.

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All-fun inclusive®, all our package inclusions, plus.

• Unlimited à la carte dining*
• WiFi resort-wide
• 24-hour room service
• Concierge service
• Xcaret Xailing to Isla Mujeres*
• Xunset Party & Lovers Catamaran tours*
• Unlimited access and transportation to all Grupo Xcaret parks and tours: Xcaret, Xel-Há, Xplor, Xplor Fuego, Xoximilco, Xenses, Xavage and Xenotes*
• Access to 5 artistic Casas including workshops* (Painting workshop exclusive for Casa de los Artistas guests)
• Daily eco-friendly activities
• Arts and crafts
• Cultural activities*
• Yoga classes*
• Non-motorized water sports*
• Nightly entertainment

*Restrictions apply/subject to availability.

All room categories include:.

• Balcony or terrace with a hammock
• King-size bed or 2 queen-size beds
• Full bathroom with rain shower and Jacuzzi tub
• Designer bath amenities
• Flat screen TV
• Nespresso® machine
• Sitting area with sofa bed
• Pillow menu
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• Bathrobes and slippers

Featured room categories:

• Suite Garden (occupancy: max. 4)
• Suite River (occupancy: max. 4)
• Suite Ocean View (occupancy: max. 4)
• Swim Up Ocean Front (occupancy: max. 3)
• Suite River Spa (occupancy: max. 3)
• Swim Up Garden (occupancy: max. 4)

Additional room categories available.

• 10 restaurants including 2 buffets; 8 à la carte options (Contemporary Japanese, Mexican, Mexican comfort food, Mexican/Asian, Oaxacan, Yucatan/Lebanese, vegan, tasting experience)
• Café and candy boutique
• 10 bars including 4 rooftop bars
• 20 infinity pools
• Beach, river, coves and ecological reserve
• Fitness facilities

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Nuestro concepto All-Fun Inclusive hace de la hotelería una muestra sensible de la riqueza artística y la sostenibilidad de México, a través de:

Un homenaje a los mejores artistas mexicanos. Sofisticadas suites con vistas a la naturaleza, inspiradas en artistas nacionales y regionales, orgullosos custodios de la cultura de México.

GASTRONOMÍA

Experiencias culinarias por el mejor Colectivo Gastronómico del país conformado por:

• Paco Méndez
• Jonatan Goméz Luna
• Alejandro Ruiz
• Roberto Solís
• Luis Arzapalo
• Miguel Bautista

Es el lugar más icónico de México que a través de espectáculos y presentaciones exhibe lo más representativo de nuestro país. Te encenderá el corazón e invitará a colmarte de arte e historia. Lunes a sábado de 8:30 a.m. a 10:00 p.m. *Este parque no requiere reservación. Súbete al shuttle cuando quieras, cuantas veces quieras.

Los ríos más largos del mundo se unen con el mar para formar una espectacular caleta, hogar de distintas especies marinas y terrestres. Un escenario vivo, de impactante belleza natural. Martes a domingo de 8:30 a.m. a 6:00 p.m. *Este parque requiere reservación. Nuestro concierge se encargará de coordinar tu visita.

Un lugar que te invita a explorar la selva maya desde las alturas y hasta su interior. La oportunidad de emocionarte en una tierra de aventura y de refrescarte en pasajes subterráneos de película. Lunes a sábado de 9:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. *Este parque no requiere reservación. Súbete al shuttle cuando quieras, cuantas veces quieras.

Xplor Fuego

Es la evolución hacia una aventura nocturna. Un mundo completo para ser descubierto a través del resplandor del fuego y la luz de las estrellas. Un reto nocturno que te llenará de adrenalina y felicidad. Lunes a sábado de 5:30 p.m. a 11:00 p.m. *Este parque no requiere reservación. Súbete al shuttle cuando quieras, cuantas veces quieras.

Un lugar extravagante y singular, donde lo imposible es posible. Volar sin alas, escuchar con las manos, subir cuando en realidad estás bajando y otras paradojas de la ilusión convertidas en realidad. Lunes a sábado de 8:30 a.m. a 6:00 p.m. *Este parque no requiere reservación. Súbete al shuttle cuando quieras, cuantas veces quieras.

Xenses Horario Nocturno

Un gigantesco Rehilete te da la bienvenida a Xenses en su horario nocturno, un parque fuera de lo ordinario en donde la imaginación no tiene límites. De lunes a sábado de 6:00 p.m. a 11:00 p.m. *Este parque requiere reservación. Nuestro concierge se encargará de coordinar tu visita.

Una fiesta mexicana llena de color, alegría y tradición. Cantar con el mariachi, bailar con el grupo norteño y brindar con tus amigos y familia serán los recuerdos a bordo de nuestras hermosas trajineras. De lunes a sábado. Registro a partir de las 7:00 p.m. Último embarque 8:30 p.m. Fin de recorrido a las 11:00 p.m. Sujeto a cambios por disposición oficial. *Este parque requiere reservación. Nuestro concierge se encargará de coordinar tu visita.

El único parque de aventura con rafting y 5 emocionantes actividades más que te harán sentir lleno de adrenalina. No importa si te consideras un aficionado o un aventurero por vocación, en Xavage tendrás la oportunidad de probar nuevas y divertidas experiencias. Lunes a sábado de 8:30 p.m. a 5:00 a.m. *Este parque requiere reservación. Nuestro concierge se encargará de coordinar tu visita.

Un recorrido por cuatro cenotes. Todos diferentes, todos especiales y cada uno en sincronía con el ambiente te invitan a vivir la grandiosidad de esta tierra y de sus aguas sagradas y ancestrales. Lunes, martes, miércoles y viernes; transportación entre 8:00 a.m. y 10:00 a.m. *Este tour requiere reservación. Nuestro concierge se encargará de coordinar tu visita.

XCARET XAILING

Ferry a Isla Mujeres y transportación redonda al Embarcadero Isla Mujeres by Xcaret en la Zona Hotelera de Cancún.

CATAMARÁN XUNSET PARTY Y LOVERS

Dos nuevos tours en catamarán de Xcaret Xailing diseñados para que disfrutes una increíble experiencia en alta mar durante la puesta de sol. Contempla un atardecer en Xunset Lovers mientras escuchas sax en vivo, o disfruta de Xunset Party, una fiesta con DJ a bordo. Ambos incluyen barra libre y canapés. Horario: 18 h a 20:30 h Xunset Lovers lunes y Xunset Party miércoles y viernes. Informes y reservaciones con Concierge.

Transportación Redonda

A todos nuestros parques y al Aeropuerto Internacional de Cancún (CUN) *Servicio exclusivo para clientes con llegada confirmada al aeropuerto de Cancún el día del check-in en el hotel. Según las regulaciones del aeropuerto, este servicio no está disponible para aquellos que no llegan con un vuelo confirmado.

Ven a gozar de este concepto de turismo sostenible único en el mundo creado para cumplir con la misión de Grupo Xcaret: Hacer más feliz al planeta contagiando nuestro gran amor por México.

CATAMARAN to Isla Mujeres, Snorkel & Beach Club by Xcaret

• Round trip from Cancún to Isla Mujeres. Optional returning by Ferry.
• Light option: Box lunch, premium beverages and fruits
• Prime option: Buffet with Open Bar at the beach club.
• At Beach club, loungers, palapas, swimming pool, showers, Wi-Fi, lifeguard
• Free time to visit to Isla Mujeres downtown
• Guided snorkeling at the reef with equipment.
• Entry/Admission - Cancun
• Entry/Admission - Zona Arqueologica El Meco
• Entry/Admission - Torre Escénica
• Parking Fees
• Embarcadero Isla Mujeres, by Xcaret., Blvd. Kukulcan 4, Kukulcan Boulevard, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico Sea Terminal "Embarcadero by Xcaret" Km 4.5 de la Zona Hotelera in Cancún offers: Parking Lot, Taxi, Wi-Fi area, ATM, Bellboy, Toilets. Tour Schedules Catamaran Round Trip: 1st departure 9:00 a.m. to 15:00 hr, 2nd departure 12:00 to 18:00 hr
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Not recommended for travelers with back problems
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• Alcoholic beverages are only offered to 18 years old and above.
• Minimum age: 8 years old
• Maximum age: 79 years old
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 90 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
• Zona Arqueologica El Meco

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• You'll start at Embarcadero Isla Mujeres, by Xcaret. Blvd. Kukulcan 4, Kukulcan Boulevard, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico Sea Terminal "Embarcadero by Xcaret" Km 4.5 de la Zona Hotelera in Cancún offers: Parking Lot, Taxi, Wi-Fi area, ATM, Bellboy, Toilets. Tour Schedules Catamaran Round Trip: 1st departure 9:00 a.m. to 15:00 hr, 2nd departure 12:00 to 18:00 hr See address & details
• 1 El Embarcadero Cancún-Isla Mujeres Stop: 25 minutes - Admission included See details
• 2 Zona Arqueologica El Meco Stop: 45 minutes - Admission included See details
• 3 Zaza Yacht & Beach Club Stop: 90 minutes See details
• 4 Isla Mujeres Stop: 4 hours See details
• 5 Torre Escenica Stop: 45 minutes - Admission included See details
• You'll return to the starting point

• Eric R 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Easy, convenient, frequent and reasonably priced ferry Great experience, very easy, with frequent and timely departures to and from mainland Cancun and Isla Mujeres, less than 30 minutes travel time. My only constructive feedback would be to make it a little bit more clear which lines to get into when leaving Isla Mujeres, there was more than one line there for various things. Read more Written February 28, 2024
• Travelaround2222 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Waste of time and money Xcaret catamaran skip it. 2.5 hours of idling and going 2 kilometers to sit for an hour and inhale diesel fuel. No sails. Perfect weather. Read more Written February 14, 2024
• Heremerald 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great, but to short! Very nice, would have been great if the wind hadn’t been so bad.We decided to leave the island much sooner than we wanted to in order to get back the Cancun safely. Read more Written February 10, 2024
• karenaX3415HB 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Awesome ride!! Either on deck in the open air or inside with air con, this was a fantastic ride both ways, both days. Super friendly & helpful staff always with huge smiles. We went to Isla de la Mujeres then a week later, back to Cancun. If waiting, try the port restaurant, they plays great tunes and have amazing pizza!! 🍕🍹🍺 Read more Written February 7, 2024
• JetSkiRacr1 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Fast and easy but 1 way only shuttle Boat is nicer than average. Shuttle ride was quick and easy from outside Fiesta Americana Coral Beach. I should have read the small print. The return shuttle wasn't included. The few $$ we save we spent on a cab back. So it cost the same as the other company overall. No big loss. They took credit cards so I went with them. Read more Written September 5, 2023
• Gazpacho16 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great comfort and amazing views! We took the air-conditioned ferry boat return trip to Isla Mujeres with Xcaret Xailing. Tickets included admission to the XCARET rotating tower as well. We enjoyed beautiful bird-eye views from the top and took some amazing pictures! Highly recommend this transport and sightseeing activity. It was well worth it! Read more Written August 1, 2023
• Tracy R 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Nice trip Quick and easy booking online. Downloaded my ticket and off we went. Clean and comfortable. The outdoor decks filled up quick. If you want those seats, be early. Read more Written July 25, 2023
• yaya_1515 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles Look for an actual ticket booth! Ok so I’m writing this review in the hopes of saving the ones reading this money lol So the ferry itself was beautiful, smooth ride and the schedule is right on the dot. But when you arrive, if you’re walking here like we did because it was really close to our resort , that’s when you have to watch out. When you walk in there is a little information booth to your left and a small desk on your right… avoid them if you want to save some money. So my husband thought that’s where we had to buy the tickets for the ferry, and he asked the lady in the booth and she said “ the desk behind you, that’s where you buy them” so we turn around and when we asked how much the tickets were he said told us the price in pesos but after we paid we calculated in dollars and was around $30 bucks per person. I thought to myself, that’s pretty pricey ☹️ So we make our way down the hallway and go down the staircase and low and behold the actual ticket booth was right there 😩 only $11 bucks per adult and like $7 bucks per kid. So I went back up there and asked him why he charged us so much if the tickets were much cheaper downstairs. He went ahead to tell me that it included the sky ride which we were never asked if we wanted to do that. So yeah lost money there and didn’t even end up doing the sky ride because it didn’t interest us. Morale of the story, go to the downstairs area and pay at the actual ticket booth, it has a big convenience store next to it & buy your tickets there if you’re not interested in the sky ride thingy. Read more Written July 25, 2023
• Destination789867 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great time Great time and service. Two hour tour with different people from around the world. Just the right amount of people not too crowded. Thank you. Read more Written July 17, 2023
• Vidar A 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Xmooth Xailing Professional, modern and comfortable. Can’t see why more people don’t go with Xcaret in stead of Ultramar, which seems more crowded and have smaller boats. Read more Written July 11, 2023
• Joken1234 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Terrible company Employees here are liers!! We paid for a rountrip shuttle to go to the ferry to isla mujeres but once we got back from Isla mujeres , they never picked us back to drop us back to the hotel.. We had to Walk 8 Kilometers. I would not recommend this terrible company!!!!!! Read more Written July 9, 2023
• GK360 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Excellent What a great experience on this ride to and from Isla Mujeres for a day trip. We walked up to the ticket booth on the Cancun side - no line - boarded the ferry about 15 minutes before departure time. Clean, comfortable and professional. There is open-air seating out front and air-conditioned seating inside. We rode inside on the way to Isla and rode open-air out front on the way back to Cancun. So enjoyable. Skip the overcrowded "yellow and blue" ride - take Xcaret to Isla. Read more Written June 27, 2023
• Bill P 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Excellent service at the best price on a newer ship Purchased Tickets online (received a discount) for round trip from Cancun to Isla Mujeres the night before. Arrived at terminal 30 minutes before 9AM trip. No line at ticket counter, Showed the pleasant young lady my code on my phone and she gave me the tickets. Very easy. Be aware that you have to scan your tickets before getting on to the ferry. Look for a Blue terminal outside of the gift shop and line up there. Plenty of seating options. Outside on the back deck with shade, inside with AC and nice clean comfortable seats or outside on the bow in full sun. The return trip was just as simple. On Isla Mujeres, they have you line up in the shade in a que which makes it easy. Read more Written May 21, 2023
• 504mindyv 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful! Such a great part of our trip! Really great staff! We danced, we laughed, we got great photos taken, & we enjoyed the drinks & snacks. Highly recommend! Read more Written March 20, 2023
• David_MTL_514 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Fun ferry Fun ferry to get to isla mujeres Please beware if you’re in the hotel zone it’s not next to the coco bongo ferry station, that’s for another company called ‘ultramar’. You’ll need to head towards the city of cancun and get off where the pirate theme boats/look out tower is. Read more Written March 19, 2023

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