If you've come this far, it's a sign that you should come and relax for a few days in one of the most popular beaches in Mexico, Playa del Carmen. It is home to music festivals, the famous Fifth Avenue and its restaurants, but above all, it is a tourist-friendly and natural port located in the Caribbean Sea where its waters are of a turquoise colour. You will want to be on one of these white sandy beaches just by looking at it in pictures.

Without a doubt, it is a destination you must visit to enjoy most of the water activities. Here you can find activities such as snorkelling or even parasailing, but one of the activities you must do is to go for a ride on a boat or yacht, that's right! This is a ride you will never forget because you can find different options such as a public catamaran or even renting a luxury yacht.

What are the best boat tours in Playa del Carmen?

• Catamaran tour of Playa del Carmen: Although the most reliable and accessible option for everyone is aboard a catamaran since you can go for a ride from 2 to 7 hours along the entire coastal area. It is worth mentioning that some of these boats or activities have the option of taking you around the Riviera Maya, and bringing drinks on board and this is sure to make the moments even more special. There are even catamarans that offer guided tours to Isla Mujeres, an area beyond Cancun that is worth getting to know.

But don't just stay on the boat! You're in the Caribbean, where the waters are clearer than crystal and where a great variety of tropical marine species live, so jump on one of these boats and snorkel in one of the reefs where the catamarans make an obligatory stop so you can enjoy the whole ocean. In addition to this type of activity, you can find other options such as kayaking or stand up paddle, but that will depend on the boat you decide to take.

We must give an honourable mention of the boat rides in Playa del Carmen. In most of these boat rides, the captain will give you a small tour of the places of interest that will pique your interest in Mayan settlements. You will be able to observe some Mayan settlements like the archaeological zone located 10 minutes outside the city. This place was an ancient Mayan city whose view is directly facing the ocean, which is visible from the catamaran's point of view...we are talking about Tulum.

Now that you know what to look for and where to find it, it is time for you to enjoy a proper holiday on a boat trip in the Riviera Maya, a very worthwhile experience.

• Playa del Carmen Yacht Charter: Considered the jewel in the crown, this type of activity is of premium quality since you can rent it for something more private for a limited number of hours or simply for a tour to Islas Mujeres, you decide, at the end of the day nobody will take away the ride and even more in a luxury yacht; these boats are designed mainly for parties since they have all the necessary comforts on board for the party, or you can also do more family-oriented activities such as walking and snorkelling.

These units can accommodate up to 15 people depending on the one you pick and can tour the entire Riviera Maya area if you wish to. In addition, some yachts have an open bar and the price is already included in the offer. There are also small tours around the reefs and Mayan archaeological sites. Besides, most of these boats provide all the equipment to participate in different water sports in case you feel like swimming for a while in the Caribbean Sea. It is that simple - travelling on a luxury yacht in the Caribbean will never go out of fashion, especially with the tropical climate and its turquoise waters.

It is time for you to give yourself this luxurious ride on a yacht over Playa del Carmen, where you will be able to travel as much as you want, with whoever you want. What's more, drinks and food are included onboard!

Playa del Carmen is undoubtedly a great place to visit. It is just an hour's drive from Cancun and another hour's drive from Tulum which makes it the perfect place to visit if you are in Quintana Roo. Let's not forget that just 30 minutes away by boat is the island of Cozumel, where it is also a must if you decide to go on a boat trip from the coast.

This is an experience that we recommend you do with family and friends at any time of the year, be it summer or winter. So if this is what you desire, desire and plan your holidays well or let yourself go with the flow by taking a boat ride along the Riviera Maya.

Enjoy it now!