Paradise Catamarans
Paradise Catamarans
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At Paradise Catamarans, we're in the business of creating memories to last a lifetime. The Riviera Maya is our home, and we'll treat you to an experience you won't find anywhere else. Whether you're looking forward to a snorkeling charter in the warm waters of the Caribbean or a private sunset cruise under tropical skies, we promise you an adventure to remember.If you want the Mexican Caribbean all to yourself, there's no better place to escape than aboard our 46-foot catamaran for a private charter. Snorkel, swim, or sit back and soak up the sun - it's your tour. We specialize in weddings, family reunions, memorial services, corporate events, and other special occasions.
Puerto Morelos, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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Ryan S
4 contributions
Mar 2020 • Friends
First I'd like to say that if I could give everyone at Paradise Catamaran 6 stars out of 5, I would.
We went on an evening sunset sail with a group of 38 adults for a pre-wedding celebration and had an amazing time.
From ease of booking and helping with changes that inevitably come with a large group, all the staff were quick and ready to accommodate.
The transport to and for the marina was punctual and comfortable; the drivers were safe and friendly.
Once on the boat (quite spacious and comfortable for our entire group) the crew was incredible at making us feel at home and getting us settled on our way. Between making sure we were comfortable, guiding us snorkeling, feeding us delicious snacks (the guacamole is out of this world), keeping the fun music going and keeping our drinks topped up we couldn't have asked for more but somehow they managed to give it; decorating the boat with some flowers, a small ceremony with rose petals, sparkling wine and cake to top off our return to the marina.
A huge thank you from our whole group to everyone at Paradise, we can't recommend them highly enough.
We went on an evening sunset sail with a group of 38 adults for a pre-wedding celebration and had an amazing time.
From ease of booking and helping with changes that inevitably come with a large group, all the staff were quick and ready to accommodate.
The transport to and for the marina was punctual and comfortable; the drivers were safe and friendly.
Once on the boat (quite spacious and comfortable for our entire group) the crew was incredible at making us feel at home and getting us settled on our way. Between making sure we were comfortable, guiding us snorkeling, feeding us delicious snacks (the guacamole is out of this world), keeping the fun music going and keeping our drinks topped up we couldn't have asked for more but somehow they managed to give it; decorating the boat with some flowers, a small ceremony with rose petals, sparkling wine and cake to top off our return to the marina.
A huge thank you from our whole group to everyone at Paradise, we can't recommend them highly enough.
Written March 2, 2020
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Dear CapnSmith,
Thank you for your kind review. We're humbled by your kind words of praise and encouraged to continue providing our guest with the type of service that both my wife and I like to enjoy when we travel.
We couldn't be more proud of our crew. Mexican hospitality is known around the world and they're amazing ambassadors not only of our company, but of Mexico and especially of our beautiful Riviera Maya.
We strive to provide a high-end experience, but with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. A catamaran is obviously not a house, but we definitively try to make our guests feel like home.
Again, thank you for your great review. We're looking forward to hosting you sometime in the near future.
Kind regards,
Alex & Irene Edelmann
Paradise Catamarans
Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the things that you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore, Dream, Discover.
Mark Twain
Written March 4, 2020
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MNSnowtravelers
Maple Grove, MN12 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
We just finished a family vacation at the Waldorf Cancun. We had 2 adults and 2 teen girls who wanted to go on a catamaran and snorkel tour. We had a very difficult time finding an excursion that offered quality snorkeling on a catamaran that was not a 9+ hour trip to Isla Mujeres. We did not plan on booking a private tour because of the expense, but it was worth every penny. Paradise Catamarans operates out of Puerto Morales at the El Cid Marina. It was very convenient to our resort and much closer than the Marina north of Cancun where most of the tours originate. We booked a 4-hour private tour and sailed to a beautiful reef south of Puerto Morales. We had about 40+ minutes of snorkeling and swimming and the snorkeling was fantastic. Our host and snorkel guide, Maria was so much fun and knowledgeable about the ocean and the species of fish around the reef. Everything was included within the price, i.e. nice snorkel equipment to use, wonderful drinks and exceptional food, i.e. fresh fruit, guacamole, ceviche and tortilla chips. Maria even served as our DJ and played music that the girls wanted to listen to. The rest of the crew, Enrique (Captain) and Jonathon (Deck Hand/Bartender), were also superb and made sure that everyone was safe. Jonathon made outstanding unlimited cocktails. There was no rush to the trip whatsoever and no clock watching. We had a beautiful sunset sailing back to the Marina. We normally would not splurge for such an expensive tour, but it was worth every penny that we paid for it. We highly recommend that you consider Paradise Catamarans if you want outstanding service and a quality snorkeling experience. We also want to thank Reinaldo for arranging our tour and answering all of our questions. Finally, Paradise also provided transportation to/from our resort; the driver Omar was fabulous. He arrived early to our resort to pick us up and was waiting for us upon arrival to the marina. This tour was the highlight of our vacation and it will be a wonderful memory for all of us. Thank you so much Paradise Catamarans; we couldn't be happier with our experience!
Written April 12, 2024
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Jonathon M
3 contributions
Jul 2020
Let me just start by saying I do not think there is enough great things to say about Paradise Catamarans. I traveled to Mexico for my wedding. We had a group of 20 people join us. Our guests ranged from 70 years old to 6 years old so we had a wide range.We wanted a private boat for our group to hit the sea and do some snorkeling. They arranged transportation to pick us up at the resort and that was on time and good. Once there we were greeted warmly. We learned this was actually the first private charter they had since Covid shut down the tourism. Gama Balcazar was our host and he was very friendly. He introduced us to the crew and the safety procedures and then we we were off. It was a nice peaceful ride to the reef for snorkeling. The boat was pristine, had plenty of sitting space, and had 2 bathrooms to use. Once to the reef we geared up. They had sanitized, single use snorkels to use to adhere to Covid safety procedures. The guide took the group of and the reef was very beautiful, saw a lot of fish, and it lasted 30-45 minutes in the water. After out of the water they started serving beer, rum punch, and other drinks. All of this was absolutely amazing but here is the best part. So they knew it was our wedding trip and they really went above and beyond. First they brought out a bottle of champagne so we could have a champagne toast. Gama said a few words and they were very heartfelt and loving (afterwords we joked that we just got married). But wait there is more, next they had a basket of rose petals for our guests to have a handful and throw into the ocean because it represents the current of love and is an tradition of sailors. This was all so touching but then they brought out a cake for us. It was unbelievable the hospitality and love we were shown. Every single one of our guests had an amazing time. I cannot recommend Gama and Paradise catamarans enough. There are no words to describe how they made us feel. Last thing I will say is this YOU NEED TO DO THIS!! Thank You Paradise!!
Written August 4, 2020
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Orlando C
2 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
I had a fantastic time on the Pacific Breeze catamaran with our friends. We booked a 12-person private catamaran for 4 hours, which included a delicious catered meal of fajitas and a snorkeling excursion on the reef. The boat was spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped, with plenty of snacks and drinks. The crew was friendly, professional, and attentive, especially Franklin, who helped me with my snorkel when I had some trouble getting back to the boat.
The snorkeling was the highlight of the trip. We saw a lot of amazing marine life, such as a ridley sea turtle, a moray eel, and colorful fish and corals. The water was clear and the reef was stunning. It was an unforgettable experience that I highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun and relaxing adventure in Cancun.
Thank you Paradise Cataramans for making our trip so memorable!.
The snorkeling was the highlight of the trip. We saw a lot of amazing marine life, such as a ridley sea turtle, a moray eel, and colorful fish and corals. The water was clear and the reef was stunning. It was an unforgettable experience that I highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun and relaxing adventure in Cancun.
Thank you Paradise Cataramans for making our trip so memorable!.
Written December 31, 2023
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Angela W
Princeton, New Jersey, United States17 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
Amazing experience from start to finish. The crew were so friendly and treated us like royalty! We booked the trip as part of my bachelorette weekend and were given a free upgrade to a larger boat. It was clean, spacious, and thoughtfully decorated! During the snorkeling trip, Maria and her partner helped keep the group together, giving information to everyone about the coral and helping anyone who was struggling. The snacks and drinks were tasty, and the surprise at the end was so memorable and heartwarming.
Coordination was smooth too as we received a detailed email upon booking and someone called the day before to go over logistics. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a relaxing, unforgettable day out on the ocean!
Coordination was smooth too as we received a detailed email upon booking and someone called the day before to go over logistics. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a relaxing, unforgettable day out on the ocean!
Written September 1, 2022
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Hi Angela! Thank you taking the time to write your review! It is very much appreciated. We're glad your group had a great time snorkeling with Maria and had an amazing experience on board from start to finish. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us and we are honored you chose us for your adventure out at sea. We hope to see you soon!
Written September 5, 2022
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MadeleineCNY
NYC area82 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Paradise Catamarans departs from the El Cid Marina, tucked into an elegant resort complex on the south side of Puerto Morelos.
Reinaldo, El Capitan, Maria and Lusiano were all magnificent, as was the unexpected upgrade to the larger of their two catamarans! Reinaldo was super helpful arranging our trip for the best possible conditions. Maria is studying for a graduate degree in marine biology and was both a warm and well-informed hostess, chatting with us about the area’s history, ecology and marine life. Lusiano’s drinks and the light supper their chef prepared were just the perfect accompaniment to sunny afternoon! And the captain raised the sails and made use of the light breeze to navigate around the reef and coastal areas south of Puerto Morelos toward Punta Maroma. The view of the sun setting over the water was a lovely way to end the experience. Gracias to all!
Reinaldo, El Capitan, Maria and Lusiano were all magnificent, as was the unexpected upgrade to the larger of their two catamarans! Reinaldo was super helpful arranging our trip for the best possible conditions. Maria is studying for a graduate degree in marine biology and was both a warm and well-informed hostess, chatting with us about the area’s history, ecology and marine life. Lusiano’s drinks and the light supper their chef prepared were just the perfect accompaniment to sunny afternoon! And the captain raised the sails and made use of the light breeze to navigate around the reef and coastal areas south of Puerto Morelos toward Punta Maroma. The view of the sun setting over the water was a lovely way to end the experience. Gracias to all!
Written March 21, 2022
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Julianne C
Minneapolis, MN7 contributions
Jan 2022
We booked the Paso Doble catamaran for the second day of our 5 day trip to Playa Del Carmen, and everything passed my expectations. First, the communication leading up to our trip was outstanding. The team answered all my questions and accommodated us when we had to change the number of people we had. We also were not completely sure about the weather and they were very open to adjusting our date. We did not need to, but having the option was awesome!
Everything went very smoothly for final payment, getting on the boat, and the crew was amazing. Frank was awesome, hilarious, and super knowledgeable when he took us out snorkeling. We opted to go to a closer reef closer to the marina, but it was still amazing!
I would say the highlight of the whole thing, though, was the lunch and especially the ceviche. When I say this is the best ceviche I have ever had in my life, I am not exaggerating. The drinks were terrific too and constantly flowing which my group loved. We had a terrific time just hanging out on the boat especially the nets in the front where you could sit over the water.
Omar picked us up from our hotel and drove us back. Make sure to request him for your transportation needs - he was great!
I give this trip 1000/10 and cannot recommend paradise catamarans enough.
Everything went very smoothly for final payment, getting on the boat, and the crew was amazing. Frank was awesome, hilarious, and super knowledgeable when he took us out snorkeling. We opted to go to a closer reef closer to the marina, but it was still amazing!
I would say the highlight of the whole thing, though, was the lunch and especially the ceviche. When I say this is the best ceviche I have ever had in my life, I am not exaggerating. The drinks were terrific too and constantly flowing which my group loved. We had a terrific time just hanging out on the boat especially the nets in the front where you could sit over the water.
Omar picked us up from our hotel and drove us back. Make sure to request him for your transportation needs - he was great!
I give this trip 1000/10 and cannot recommend paradise catamarans enough.
Written January 26, 2022
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Hello again! Thank you so much for this great review and the kind words! It means a lot to us that you had an amazing experience. That is what we wish for you every time you come on board with us. Smooth sailing and high quality service is what we're all about. Our ceviche is something else isn't it? Our esteemed Chef Hugo makes it and one could argue that it is the 8th world wonder. All jokes aside, we are truly honored that you chose us for your trip and we hope to have you on board in the near future. The staff will be happy to hear that you rated us 1000/10. Hope to see you soon!
Written January 27, 2022
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Amanda
Hollis Center, ME7 contributions
Mar 2022 • Friends
We had an amazing time on the Paso Doble! From booking the trip through Alex and then meeting the crew - each were wonderful. However, the standout is Maria! She is truly a treasure! Knowledgeable, personable, funny and smart. She is passionate about the ocean, it’s resources and wildlife and it truly shows in her spirit and the way she talks about what she loves. The seas were a bit choppy, but we felt very comfortable with either proceeding or rescheduling to a different day. Though it was choppy and two of our party are known to occasionally get seasick, Maria asked before we left the marina and gave each of us little tricks of the trade to help prevent seasickness! It worked, as both people felt great after the trip. The crew worked hard to make sure we always either had a drink in hand or were offered one and the food!? The ceviche was DELICIOUS! This was a last minute trip for our group of 6 and we are all super happy with everything! The price, location, crew, cruise, and food! 10/10 would recommend and will definitely book again next time we’re in the area! You will NOT regret going with the company and it’s wonderful crew!
Written March 19, 2022
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Holly P
2 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Ok. I have to say this was one of the best boat ride I have ever been in my life!!! Aldrin was simply amazing showing us all around, explaining the boat, the rules and took us on an amazing tour of the reefs! Eduardo drove the boat Iike a BOSS (super smooth ride let me tell y’all) and Andy makes a mean margarita. Honestly If you have the means, do this tour. It will soothe your soul. You can play music and enjoy the fish and the sunset! We had amazing FRESH AF ceviche, Pico de gallo and some bomb guac. Guys. Do this. If you have a group around 20 people y’all will have a dope time for real. There’s so much space on the catamaran and the vibes are amazing. Book it. You won’t be sorry!!
Written November 10, 2022
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Laura K
O'Fallon, MO22 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
We had such an amazing time! We hosted a group of family and friends for a destination wedding the next day. The crew was so friendly and informative. The snorkeling was great but some of us just stayed on the boat and that was fun too. The snacks were very tasty and we never wanted for drinks - even with the crew climbing out to us in the netting so we wouldn’t have to get up. They decorated the boat with flowers and even got us a special cake. I just can’t say enough about how great they were and how much we enjoyed it. I’ll admit I was a little nervous booking a private charter “on my own” and not with one of the big tour companies. But Paradise Catamarans was so communicative with me ahead of time and they had great reviews so I took the leap. So glad I did. They even worked with me to adjust our timing to be more convenient for us. I just can’t recommend them enough. It was PHENOMENAL.
Written May 16, 2022
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tamtamlovesu
Los Angeles, California
hi, how long was ur sail? and was it budget friendly?
Written October 4, 2019
Hola, vamos un grupo de 12 amigas del 4 al 9 de mayo y quisiéramos rentar un tour privado uno de esos días entre el 5 , 6 o 7 de mayo.
Me podrían mandar una cotización y descripción de sus servicios para ver si se puede contratarlos?
Gracias
Claudia Pérez
Written March 1, 2019
Buenas tardes, Claudia:
Gracias por tu interés en nuestros servicios.
Todos nuestros charters son privados y salen desde la marina de Puerto Aventuras. Generalmente son por cuatro horas e incluyen hielo, aguas, refrescos, jugos, barra libre nacional, snacks, equipo y guías de snorkel.
Para un grupo de hasta veinte personas, el costo es de mil doscientos dólares, más IVA. Usamos el tipo de cambio del día de la página del SAT.
El día 7 de mayo ya está reservado, pero todavía tenemos el 5 y el 6 disponibles.
Para reservar puedes entrar al link de nuestra página de TripAdvisor que se encuentra debajo de las fotos a mano derecha.
Por favor, déjame saber si tienes alguna pregunta adicional.
Saludos cordiales,
Alejandro Edelmann
Written March 4, 2019
Hola, este domingo celebro 40 años, me encantaria invitar 50 amigos aprox a un tour de catamaran. En que consiste el tour, cuantas horas, en cuanto esta? Te explico mi plan y me comentas si es posible: llevo comida, bebidas en el catamaron, esnorqueleamos en la recife y nos regresamos por la tardecer. Vivo en Tulum desde 20 años, todos mis amigos son hoteleros de la zona deTulum, asi que les quiero ofrecer una experiencia unica. Ojala me puedes ayudar, gracias!
Written September 20, 2018
Buenas tardes, TikiTikiJ:
Gracias por pensar en nosotros para éste evento.
Tengo entendido que ya estas en contacto con Reinaldo, de nuestra oficina de reservaciones, pero por favor déjame saber si podemos ayudarte en algo más.
Saludos cordiales,
Paradise Catamarans
Written September 20, 2018
Hello we are coming down to stay at unico 2087 July 16 thru 20 there will be four adults.. we were thinking about using one of the day that we will be there to charter a cat for the day.. can you tell me what you offer
Written July 9, 2018
Remember to check the ocean conditions on the day of. We had 2-3 metre swells and half the people got super sick and it was the most expensive, worst snorkelling I've ever had the displeasure of suffering though.
Written July 10, 2018
Hello we are coming down to stay at unico 2087 July 16 thru 20 there will be four adults.. we were thinking about using one of the day that we will be there to charter a cat for the day.. can you tell me what you offer
i am not a robot
Written July 9, 2018
Good morning Trent,
Congratulations on your decision to visit our beautiful Riviera Maya.
We conduct all of our trips as private charters, so you won't share the catamaran with other guests. We offer two, four and six hour private charters.
The two hour charters are designed to enjoy our incredible sunsets from the water, but does not include snorkeling.Total cost for four guests is between $700 and $824 depending on food and drink options.
The four hour charter involves a 40 to 50 minute trip to the Inah Reef, where we stay altogether for 90 minutes snorkeling, swimming and enjoying your options of food and drinks. We then bring the sails up (if the wind is strong enough) and enjoy a 90 minute return trip back to the marina. Total cost for four guests is between $1,050 and $1,174 depending on food and drink options.
The six hour charter is pretty much the same as the four hour charter, but gives you an additional stop for swimming and jumping in the water. It's perfect for those that can't get enough fun in the water. Total cost for four guests is between $1,575 and $1,699 depending on food and drink options.
Good luck with your trip plans!
Written July 12, 2018
Hi, Sharon. What would you like to know about this attraction? hi my son is getting married in the now sapphire hotel riviera meya mexico on the 11th of june what would it cost to do the 3.30 to 7.30 cruise please there will be 25 to 30 people for the 13th june thanks Sharon evans
Written May 16, 2018
Hello, what would you charge for a boat tour of the coast along Puerto Aventuras to Akumal Area for two people. We don’t drink alcohol. We would like at least 2 stops for snorkeling. Thanks Kali
Written April 2, 2018
Hello Kali:
Thank you for your interest in our catamarans. We offer a 6 hour charter that matches your request.. We sail to two snorkeling spot, however we do not sail as far as Akumal. The base charter price for this charter is $1,575 usd. For more information we invite you to visit our website where you may find more information on our different charters we offer.
Written April 4, 2018
My fiancé and I are interested in chartering a catamaran four hour morning tour for our 27 wedding guest at the end of May. We have children who would be part of this group and we know they would not eat the sandwiches offered on your meal plan (unfortunately they're very picky eaters). Are the parent's of the children allowed to bring some snacks for the kids?
Written February 5, 2017
Hello Christina:
Congratulations on your wedding, we are so happy to hear that you are interested inn celebrating your wedding activities with us on board. You can most definitely bring snacks along for the young ones not a problem. If you would like to know more about us, you can visit us at our website. Thank you.
Written February 6, 2017
Anna W
Tonawanda, New York
Hello we are staying at The grand maya Rivera and I was looking for a 4 hour catamaran. Do you service this hotel? How much would the trip be? Where would it go? What is the maximum of people you could take on a boat? Can people fish if they wanted to? Thank you
Written January 2, 2017
Hi Anna:
Thank you for taking interest in our catamarans. We have 2 catamarans for you to choose from, The Paso Doble which as capacity for up to 50 pax and our luxury catamaran Pacific Breeze which has capacity for up tp 80 pax.
Depending on how many people you have in your group determine the price. We are located in Puerto Aventuras and operate in the surrounding area. We also have fishing poles however we do not specialize in fishing. I hope this helps answer some of your questions. We also invite you to visit our website where you can find more information on us, thank you.
Written January 3, 2017
What is the minimum age for your tour? Also, what is the biggest difference between your am cruise and the 6 hour snorkel cruise?
Written December 8, 2016
Hi Elizabeth:
Thank you for contacting us, let me get to your questions, we do not have any age limit onboard our catamarans, all ages are welcome. On our 6 hour charter we take you to snorkel in 2 different snorkel sights, (weather permitting). I hope this helps answer your questions. You can also visit our website to find more about or services and different charters.
Written December 8, 2016
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