Boat tours in Tulum
Tulum looks different from the water. The most comfortable months are December to April, with highs around 86°F (30°C) and about 5 rainy days a month.
Photo: Gennaro Conte, CC BY-SA 4.0
Top boat tours in Tulum
Tulum: Snorkeling and Private Sailing TourFrom $61View 
Crystal Boat Trip and Snorkeling Tour from CozumelFrom $29View
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How to pick a good boat tour
- Decide between a shared boat (cheaper, fixed route) and a private charter (your pace, your stops).
- Ask whether the boat has shade. An open deck for three hours in summer is hard work.
- Morning departures usually have calmer water; afternoons can get windy and choppy.
- Check the cancellation rule for bad weather. Good operators rebook or refund if they cancel.
Tulum month by month
Averages for Tulum, Mexico, 1951–2010; sea temperatures offshore, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 85 (29) | 86 (30) | 88 (31) | 89 (31) | 90 (32) | 90 (32) | 90 (32) | 90 (32) | 89 (32) | 88 (31) | 87 (31) | 85 (29) |
| Low °F (°C) | 64 (18) | 65 (18) | 68 (20) | 70 (21) | 71 (22) | 73 (23) | 71 (22) | 71 (22) | 71 (21) | 69 (21) | 67 (19) | 65 (18) |
| Rainy days | 7 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 7 |
| Sea °F (°C) | 80 (27) | 80 (27) | 80 (27) | 81 (27) | 83 (28) | 83 (29) | 84 (29) | 85 (29) | 85 (29) | 84 (29) | 83 (28) | 81 (27) |
| Sunset (15th) | 6:29 pm | 6:48 pm | 6:59 pm | 7:08 pm | 7:19 pm | 7:31 pm | 7:33 pm | 7:19 pm | 6:53 pm | 6:26 pm | 6:09 pm | 6:11 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for boat tours in Tulum?
December to April. Expect highs around 86°F (30°C) and about 5 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are September and August.
What time is sunset in Tulum?
Sunset comes earliest in November, around 6:09 pm, and latest in July, around 7:33 pm. Pick a date in the planner above for the exact time.
Where can I book boat tours in Tulum?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
