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🏝️ Cozumel Ferry Day Trip

Hop the 40-minute fast ferry from Playa del Carmen's pier and spend the day snorkeling, driving the island loop or beach-clubbing on Cozumel.

Mutengo

$18–$31

Kutanga

Full day (self-guided)

Muvhuro

year-round

Yakanaka

Everyone

Chii chaungatarisira

Winjet and Ultramar fast ferries depart every 30-60 minutes from the pier at Calle 1 Sur
Crossing takes 30-45 minutes; first boats ~7am, last return ~10-11pm
Round trip $18-31 USD adult (Winjet cheaper ~500 MXN RT; Ultramar Premium ~$31 RT); kids ~$20-26 RT
On-island: rent a Jeep/scooter for the east-side loop, Chankanaab park, Playa Mia, beach clubs, or snorkel tours from the marina
Buy one-way tickets in each direction to stay flexible on operator and time
Walk-on only — no cars; taxis meet every arrival

💵 Kuongorora kwemitengo: Winjet ~$12 one-way/$25 RT; Ultramar ~$16 one-way/$31 RT; everythingplayadelcarmen confirms $18-24 typical RT band

Zvakanakira kuziva

Expect to pay between $18 and $31 USD per person depending on the operator, group size, and what is bundled in. For reference: Winjet ~$12 one-way/$25 RT; Ultramar ~$16 one-way/$31 RT; everythingplayadelcarmen confirms $18-24 typical RT band.

Plan for Full day (self-guided). Times vary slightly by operator and pickup location, and hotel pickup adds transfer time at each end.

No — this runs year-round in Playa del Carmen. December–April brings the driest weather and biggest crowds; September–October is quietest with the best prices.

It suits first-timers, families, and groups alike — no experience needed.

Bring comfortable shoes, a hat, cash in small bills for souvenirs, and your passport or ID for ferry check-ins.

Tours run rain or shine — bring a light poncho in season; only ferry-dependent trips reschedule when the crossing is closed.

A day or two ahead is usually enough outside holiday weeks, and booking direct often lets you pick the exact departure time you want.

Many operators include round-trip transport from Playa del Carmen hotels or a central meeting point on 5th Avenue; others charge a small supplement or are self-drive. We confirm pickup details with your booking request before you pay anything.

Winjet and Ultramar fast ferries depart every 30-60 minutes from the pier at Calle 1 Sur Crossing takes 30-45 minutes; first boats ~7am, last return ~10-11pm Round trip $18-31 USD adult (Winjet cheaper ~500 MXN RT; Ultramar Premium ~$31 RT); kids ~$20-26 RT

kubva $18–$31 USD

Tinya pano kuti uwane ruzivo nezvekugara kwako, uye isu tichakurukura neoperator kuti uwane nzvimbo dzaunogona kugara uye kuti uwane mutengo wakachipa.