A boat rental and a yacht charter can describe the same kind of private day on the water. For your Riviera Maya trip, the useful question is which vessel, route and package fit your group.
¿Cuál es la diferencia entre un barco y un yate?
Boat is the broader term. A yacht is a recreational vessel used for pleasure cruising or sailing; it can have engines or sails. Merriam-Webster’s definition of yacht includes both sailing boats and motor-powered cruising vessels.
The word yacht does not tell you how many guests are included, what activities are offered or what the trip costs. Read the actual vessel and charter details before comparing quotes.
Compare real yachts, not just labels
At H2OH, we have big boats. They’re called yachts. Our owned fleet gives you different spaces and guest capacities for family days, birthdays, bachelorettes and wedding groups.
Texas is a 60-foot yacht for up to 55 guests. Los Tres Piratas is a 47-foot yacht for up to 23 guests. Compare the photos, shade, seating and onboard features alongside capacity; length alone does not choose the right yacht for your celebration.
Maximum capacity is separate from the guest allowance included in a published base rate. A yacht listed for 55 guests does not mean its starting price includes 55 people. Enter your actual group size when comparing options.
Choose the experience before the name
- Two-hour sunset cruise: a private evening coastal cruise with time together aboard. It does not go to InHa; confirm the departure for your date if seeing the sunset is essential.
- Three-hour Xpu-Ha charter: a coastal yacht day for swimming, celebration and time aboard. Your captain confirms the route and swimming stops for conditions.
- Four-hour InHa snorkeling charter: includes cruising, time aboard and snorkeling when conditions allow. Four hours is the total charter duration, not continuous time in the water.
Captain and crew are included. Regular all-inclusive charters include meals and an open bar; Family charters include meals and non-alcoholic drinks without an open bar. Custom Series lets you select food, drinks and extras separately. Water toys and entertainment features vary by yacht.
Planning a yacht day from Tulum?
Searching for a boat rental or yacht charter during your Tulum stay? Compare H2OH Tulum yacht rentals and private charters. Every H2OH charter boards at Puerto Aventuras Marina. Arrange your journey from your hotel or villa using our directions and transportation information.
Compare the full total for your date and group, including additional guests, marina fees, transportation and optional extras. Arma tu día en yate to prepare your estimate, then confirm availability and the selected charter’s terms before booking.
