The 9 Best Speedboat & Jet Ski Tours in Cancún

1.Reef Snorkeling & Jungle Speedboat Adventure with Mayan Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,208 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59Our pick

Drive your own two-person speedboat through Cancun’s Nichupte Lagoon, pass mangroves, snorkel over reef habitat, and watch a Mayan ceremony at Puerto Maya. Guides including Juan, Fabio, and Captain Fox lead the activity in English. Allow for extra marine park, transport, photo, and drink fees.

“Juan was our tour guide and was really informative and funny. Fabio also did a great job teaching us to snorkel while being safe.”

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2.Cancun speedboat and snorkel tour: shared speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,444 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $59

Drive a shared two-person speedboat through Nichupte Lagoon, then snorkel for about 30 to 40 minutes at Punta Nizuc. Guides such as Jorge and Carlos provide clear instruction and help beginners in the water. Bring cash for the $20 marine fee.

“Carlos was a fantastic teacher and guide. Would highly recommend taking this tour. Get to drive a boat, snorkel and be a part of a group that plays together.”

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3.Jet Ski Rental in Cancun for 2 People

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 295 reviews · 30 minutes to 4 hours (approx.)

Ride a jet ski for up to two people from Sunset Marina with instruction from guides such as Jorge and Mayra. Choose a short 30-minute outing or a longer rental, but confirm whether your route uses the lagoon or open sea. Bring cash for the $14-per-person dock fee.

“This was awesome, I was scared because I don’t know how to swim however once we got started I began to relax and that made it much better, I would definitely do it again , the staff was excellent I would recommend to family and friends.”

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4.Jungle Tour Adventure with Speedboat and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 3 hours · from $50Best value

Drive your own speedboat through Cancun’s Nichupté Lagoon, snorkel at Punta Nizuc, and join a staged Mayan ceremony at Puerto Maya. The three-hour tour includes gear, snacks, drinks, lockers, and guides in English or Spanish. Expect a lively mix of culture, speed, and reef time.

“Best Snorkeling Experience Ever I’ve snorkeled before, but this was by far the best! The water was so clear, and we saw tons of fish. The speedboat ride was exciting and made the trip even better. A fantastic experience!”

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5.Waverunner in Nichupte Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 108 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour · from $60

Drive a well-maintained Yamaha Waverunner through Cancun’s Nichupte Lagoon after a safety briefing in English or Spanish. Choose 30 or 60 minutes on the water, with a life jacket and locker included. Bring swimwear and allow extra time for the $20 dock fee.

“The supervisors and staff were highly attentive. It was a very enjoyable experience.”

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6.Cancun Jetski and Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 104 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Drive a jet ski through Nichupte Lagoon’s mangroves, continue into the Caribbean, and spend about 30 minutes snorkeling near El Meco Reef when conditions allow. Guides such as Danny, Daniel, Manny, and Manuel lead small groups of up to three jet skis. Bring ID and $20 cash for the marina fee.

“We had a lovely experience! We booked two to a jet-ski, my partner and I on one, and my parents on another. The event description had all relevant information, easily laying out what was included and what was not in clear language, where to go and when. Our check in host discussed options for our excursion, as we were traveling during the seaweed season and their usual snorkel option was overgrown. He offered us an alternative, and it was amazing! Our guide Manuel was friendly, helpful, and took us to some amazing spots. My only quibble would be that we would have liked more time at the blue water, and…”

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7.3 in 1 Jungle Speedboat and Snorkeling in Cancun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $65

You drive your own small speedboat from Marina Chac Chi to the Mayan Reef, snorkel with a guide, then cruise Nichupté Lagoon’s mangrove channels. The 2.5-hour trip includes gear and bilingual attention. Noel is a frequently praised guide, though assignments can vary.

“Noel the best guide! We had so much fun and even saw a turtle while snorkeling. The water was super clear and the boats were fun and easy to drive.”

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8.2 in 1 Parasail Cancun and Jet ski

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 93 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130

At Playa Tortugas, pair a parasail flight up to 260 feet with a 30-minute jet ski ride across Cancun’s Caribbean waters. Expect a small group, English service, bottled water, and coastal views toward the Hotel Zone and Isla Mujeres. Bring $20 for the dock fee and allow extra time for transfers between activities.

“We are so glad we did this excursion on our trip! It was cheaper and better than what was offered at our resort. The staff was all super friendly and accommodating. The marina was much closer to our hotel than on past excursions, giving us plenty of time to get back and have dinner. I'm not sure about the reviews calling it a scam. They were up front about hotel pick-up time and were available via live chat when the driver was a few minutes behind schedule. This was a very fun trip, and we would gladly book with total snorkel again!”

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9.Speedboat and snorkel tour: Single Passenger Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $110

Take the wheel of a single-passenger speedboat in Cancun, following a bilingual guide to coral reefs and the Cancun Underwater Museum. No boating experience is needed. Arrive 30 minutes early, bring dry clothes, and budget an extra $20 cash dock fee per person.

“Great experience! I went on my own which was a little scary but the guide was very helpful and I was right behind him + it was a very small group with only one other boat. Once you get used to it, the boat is very easy to drive and you can quote fast! Loved it! Snorkelling was a bonus”

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