Yacht charter Mexico unfurls across two radically different seas — the glittering Caribbean turquoise of the Riviera Maya and the dramatic indigo drop‐offs of the Sea of Cortez — offering guests everything from powder‐sand cenote swims near Tulum to breaching humpbacks off Los Cabos. Over 30 yachts operate across Mexican waters, from sleek 68′–98′ motor yachts built for fast Caribbean island‐hopping, to 100′+ superyachts with full toy garages, helipads, and zero‐speed stabilisers, and 55′+ luxury catamarans whose shallow drafts slip into the mangrove lagoons of Isla Mujeres and the hidden coves of Espíritu Santo. The Caribbean side runs November through April under reliable 26–29°C trade winds, while the Pacific coast peaks from November to May when grey whales migrate into Magdalena Bay and yellowfin schools ignite the Gorda Banks.
Daily rates start from $3,300/day on a luxury catamaran and from $4,900/day on a modern 68′–78′ motor yacht, plus Mexican VAT of 16% and a 30–35% APA covering fuel, provisions, and dockage. Mexico’s signature advantage is sheer geographic range – no other country lets you trade Caribbean reefs for Pacific whales within a single fortnight.
Dive deeper into marinas, weather windows, and the best cruising grounds on both coasts in our comprehensive Mexico destination guide.
Plan your voyage with curated Mexico charter itineraries linking the Riviera Maya, Cozumel, Los Cabos, and the wildlife‐rich Sea of Cortez.
The grid above showcases over 30 yachts available for Mexican charters — 68′–98′ motor yachts, 100′+ superyachts, and 55′+ luxury catamarans — with weekly rates starting from approximately $23,000 on a catamaran and $34,000 on a modern motor yacht, plus 16% VAT and the standard 30–35% APA. Use the filters to narrow by yacht type, guest capacity, overall length, or daily rate, and once you’ve shortlisted a handful of favourites, Boatcrowd’s charter specialists can coordinate marina reservations, provisioning, immigration clearance, and a bespoke itinerary across either coast.
For peak‐season charters over Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter, eight to twelve months’ lead time is strongly recommended — the most desirable yachts commit early on both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts. Shoulder‐season bookings in June or September can often be arranged three to four months ahead at more competitive rates.
The base rate covers the yacht, its professional crew, insurance, and standard equipment including the tender, snorkelling gear, and water toys. Fuel, provisions, beverages, dockage, and excursions are funded through the Advance Provisioning Allowance, typically set at 30–35% of the charter fee, with any unspent amount refunded at the end of the trip. Mexican VAT of 16% is added on top.
In practical terms, no — the transit via the Panama Canal is well beyond a standard charter window. Most guests choose one side per trip: Cancún and Cozumel for Caribbean reefs and cenotes, or Cabo San Lucas and La Paz for the wildlife‐rich Sea of Cortez, and return later for the other coast.
A motor yacht in the 78′–90′ range typically sleeps eight in four en‐suite staterooms, with a spacious salon and a flybridge built for long sunbathing days. Luxury catamarans of 55′–62′ offer an equally comfortable layout with wider beam and easier shallow‐water access — your Boatcrowd broker can match the ideal platform to your group’s pace and style.
