We understand that sometimes things happen and we can’t always have fun on a yacht in the Caribbean, which is why we allow cancellations for tours with at least 14 days advance notice (14 days from the departure date).

If you simply do not show up or cancel with less than 14 full days notice before the departure date we cannot issue a refund on your deposit.

Our tours are mostly booked two months, five months or even a year in advance. With such short notice, we will have an almost impossible task of filling the time slot we’ve been holding for you.

The fantastic news is that we have a 100%, no-fuss inclement weather refund policy. If the conditions are unsuitable or unsafe for a day at sea we offer a full refund, no questions asked.

We will make every attempt to reschedule your trip, but cruise ship guests are out of luck. If your trip is canceled due to weather, we will refund your deposit the same way it was paid. We do not normally cancel due to rain unless it’s an all-day rain. It is normal in the tropics to get showers some days.

It is a private tour so you can do about anything, but the normal routine is: we depart the marina headed south to the reef barrier and make a snorkel away from the crowds and big groups. After snorkeling we will get closer to the sand bar or private beach for some beach time in a beautiful place called “El Cielo”, there you can see starfish in the deeper area. Then it’s time for lunch and a beautiful swim. Everyone will be able to get down from the boat and the water will be on your waist, so kids can be safe and enjoy an amazing day. Here we will prepare ceviche, snacks, and drinks for you to enjoy. We recommend taking your music so you enjoy your favorite tunes. After spending here your day we will make a slow return to the marina to finish your trip.

This is entirely up to you! Coming down for a trip next year, but love to plan in advance? No problem. Are you more of a seat-of-your-pants traveler? No problem.

It should be noted that the closer to the date you wait to book the more likely it will be that the boat you want could be booked up. Best practices suggest you book as soon as you know you’re going to come on the tour.

We accept all credit cards and will be happy to assist you over the phone or WhatsApp to place your reservation. You can pay directly thru the website, or to our PayPal account. You do not need a PayPal account yourself to use your credit card and pay.

We take deposits of 30% to hold your date and the balance in cash upon arrival (Mexican pesos or USD accepted).

Balance payments the day of the trip with credit cards have a 4.3% commission.

We are happy to provide you with a full-refund if your cancellation is made at least 14 days prior your trip. If port is close or we have an all day rain we will also cancel trying to move your reservation to the next available day or place a full refund if needed.

If you are traveling with family, big kids, little kids or just friends, the tour will adapt to your needs.

Boats are a way to relax, swim, party, explore or just enjoy the view. Cozumel has so much to offer and everyone just loves cruising thru the blue waters. We will take you to the nicest spots, away from the crowds and always looking to surprise you with locations, service and quality food and drinks.

Renting a private boat will create the perfect atmosphere for your day and we will make sure everything is perfect.

We need everyone staying on the island to contact us after you arrive in Mexico and let us know how to contact you. Hotel name, room numbers, private villas phone numbers and contact information are important. This way if there is any change on plans or weather conditions are not suitable we can let you know beforehand.

Everyone is responsible for their own transportation to the marina. Taxis are reasonable and available everywhere, It is illegal to transport tourist by any other means than a taxi in Cozumel. Our office is located in Marina Fonatur, 3 minutes away from the cruise piers and 10 min away from downtown.

If your hotel has an available pier we will be happy to pick you up at the pier of your hotel. Some hotels have a fee for using the pier, this you will need to pay directly to the hotel.

Most of the things needed for a perfect day are already on board but we recommend you to pack for your snorkel excursion like you would for a day at the beach.

1. Towels
2. Swimsuit
3. IMPORTANT – Eco friendly Sunscreen (regular sunscreen affects the reef and kills coral so please help us getting a bio friendly sunscreen)
4. Hat
5. Sunglasses
6. Camera (make sure you’ve got lots of storage on your media card)
7. For very young children, we suggest that you might want to bring a swim vest that your child feels comfortable wearing. (We also have on board)
8. If you have your own snorkel gear, and feel more comfortable with it you are welcome to bring it! However, we do provide sanitized quality snorkel gear and flotation devices free of charge.
9. We have an MP3 player on board, but recommend you bring and plug yours.

One of the most harmful things to marine life are sunscreens, oils, and sunblocks. We don’t think of it, but when we swim in the water these oils come off and settle on the coral reefs and other marine life, and in volume can almost act like an oil slick in the water, creating damage to the delicate ecosystems. The reefs are suffocated, and sunscreens are one of the biggest causes of bleaching to our reefs, and the death of much of the world’s coral. Oxybenzone, a common ingredient in sunscreens, has even been shown to feminize fish.

We have organic sunscreen for sale at the office if needed.

Help us save the world.

We do not ask for a tip, we feel our service will speak for itself and any tip will be greatly appreciated by the captain and crew.

This is totally up to you and how much you enjoyed the trip. Everyone has a different policy on tipping and anything will be graciously accepted.

FYI, some people think because the area is poorer, that the cost of living is less. This is not the case as almost everything is more expensive here, and the income level is much less on average, so tip as if you were on a tour in the States.

There will be taxis available, if needed we can have one waiting for you if you are on a cruise ship with a tight schedule.

We will ask if you require a taxi near the end of the trip, so we can arrange them.

We live off of our reputation, and the more people knows about us, the better. Word of mouth goes a long way so please tell others, we want people to live a unique experience and know what we do.

We have had a lot of people find us on TripAdvisor, so that would be a great spot to leave a review under Deluxe Private Boat Tours.

If there is something you think we could improve on, please let us know.

We are as kid friendly as it gets! Think about it: sea turtles, thousands of reef fish, safety gear, a happy, fun environment with great staff. The trip is so action packed your kids won’t want to leave.

We have a really cool playlist huge library and the ability to connect any device to our sound system. We highly recommend you bring your iPod or Cellphone to listen to your tunes and feel at home.

Bluetooth connection is available on all our boats.

We have top quality snorkeling gear including the latest life vests which are much less restrictive and lighter weight than the traditional type you may be used to.

We sanitize all of our gear before every single tour. Walk around our boat when you arrive, and you’ll see just how tidy we are!

If you have your own snorkeling gear you’d like to bring, you’re more than welcome to. We can even stow it away while underway and get it for you when you’re ready to hit the water.

Your tour will include different drinks and we will be happy and ready to serve you.

Maybe you have a special bottle of your favorite liquor or wine, and the answer is YES you are welcome to bring anything you want on board. Ask about our premium upgrades or check out the bottle service list at the time you place your reservation.

We have enough life jackets on-board for all passengers. While you are not required to wear one underway, it’s entirely up to you. We can help you and ensure that any small children have proper life jackets on as well.

We keep a list of every guest for the tour. Just show us the proof of purchase on your phone.