Acapulco, Mexico Boat Tour: 2026 Prices & What's Included
Boat tours and boat rides in Acapulco, Mexico: glass-bottom boat to Roqueta Island from $210 MXN, snorkeling, private boats for groups and tips.
Quick answer: a boat tour in Acapulco, Mexico with Yates Dinka costs $210 MXN per person when you book online ($300 at the ticket booth). In about 1 hour on a glass-bottom boat you see the submerged Virgin statue, celebrity homes, a high dive at Punta Elefante and colorful fish, then reach Roqueta Island, where you can stay. With 45 minutes of guided snorkeling it’s $400 MXN online. Groups can also book a private boat, quoted on request.
We’ve been sailing Acapulco Bay as a local family business since 1989. This guide explains what each boat ride includes, what it costs and which one suits you, whether you’re traveling as a couple, a family or a group of friends.
How much is a boat tour in Acapulco? 2026 prices
| Boat ride | Price | Duration | Best for | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional glass-bottom boat tour to Roqueta Island | $210 MXN online / $300 at the booth | ~1 h + optional island stay | Families, couples, first-timers | yatesdinka.com |
| Traditional Tour + Snorkel | $400 MXN online / $550 at the booth | ~1 h 50 min (45 min snorkeling) | Anyone who wants to get in the water | yatesdinka.com |
| Private boat for groups, parties or special routes | Quote on request | Custom | Birthdays, companies, schools | FAQ |
| Ash-scattering ceremony at sea | Private; arranged directly | Custom | Families saying goodbye | yatesdinka.com/cenizas |
Money-saving tip: the online price at Yates Dinka already includes the web discount, up to 33% off. Two people on the Traditional Tour pay $420 MXN online instead of $600 at the booth. Book online and save →
Boat rides in Acapulco: what each one includes
1. Shared glass-bottom boat tour to Roqueta Island
This is Acapulco’s classic boat ride and the one we recommend for a first visit. You leave from the dock, cruise the traditional bay and watch the seabed through the glass floor. With Yates Dinka the tour includes:
- The submerged Virgin of Guadalupe, seen through the glass bottom.
- Celebrity and movie-star homes along the shore.
- A high dive at Punta Elefante, seen from the water.
- Colorful fish and live commentary from the crew.
- Life jackets for all ages, an onboard guide, background music and traveler’s insurance (what’s included).
Duration: about 1 hour of cruising, with an optional stay on the island. According to the official site, the last boat back from the island leaves at 5:00 pm.
2. Boat tour with snorkeling
If you want to swim, the Traditional Tour + Snorkel adds a stop of 45 minutes of guided snorkeling in calm water near Roqueta Island. Mask, snorkel, fins if needed and a life jacket are included. You don’t need to know how to swim. The minimum age is 7, and the last snorkel departure is at 2:00 pm. Note that snorkeling is never sold on its own; it always comes with the traditional tour. More in our Roqueta Island snorkeling guide.
3. Private boat for your group
Yates Dinka rents exclusive boats for groups, parties and custom routes (FAQ). You pay per boat, and the price depends on the date, time, duration and group size, so we quote it on WhatsApp. If your group prefers the shared tour, for every 10 people the 11th rides free.
Yates Dinka boat tour: key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Departure | Parque de la Reina dock, across from the Fort of San Diego, next to the Cruise Ship Terminal (Av. Costera Miguel Alemán) |
| Schedule | Mon–Thu 11:00 am–3:00 pm; Fri–Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm; departures every hour |
| Traditional Tour | $210 MXN online / $300 at the booth |
| Traditional + Snorkel | $400 MXN online / $550 at the booth |
| Kids | Ages 0–3 ride free on the Traditional Tour (max. 2 per paying passenger); snorkeling from age 7 |
| Parking | Municipal lot at Parque de la Reina, $50 MXN all day |
| Payment | Cash and credit/debit cards at the dock; online via Mercado Pago (MXN) |
| Food and drinks | You can bring your own at no extra cost (personal-size coolers only) |
| Bad weather | If the Port Authority closes the port, you reschedule for free and your ticket never expires |
| Contact | WhatsApp +52 744 402 5050 · Calls +52 744 187 3434 or +52 744 506 0608 |
Sources: yatesdinka.com, FAQ and terms.
How to choose your Acapulco boat tour
Traveling with kids
The Traditional Tour is the easiest choice. It’s short, kids 0–3 ride free and everyone wears a life jacket. Children love the glass floor and the diver. If your kids are 7 or older and like the water, the snorkel tour is the one they’ll remember.
Traveling as a couple
Take an early departure (10:00 or 11:00 am) and stay on the island. You can hike up to the Roqueta lighthouse, 115 m (377 ft) above the sea, with views of the whole bay (Wikipedia), and come back in the afternoon.
Traveling with friends
Take the Tour + Snorkel early, stay on the island for lunch and watch the La Quebrada cliff divers at night (shows from 7:00 to 10:00 pm, official site). Celebrating something? Ask us for a private-boat quote.
Arriving by cruise ship
Our dock is right next to the cruise terminal. See our Acapulco shore excursions guide.
What you’ll see on the bay tour
- The Virgin of the Seas: a bronze statue of the Virgin of Guadalupe, submerged since 1958 beside La Yerbabuena islet, off Roqueta Island (Archivo Tomás Montero; some sources say 1959). A replica replaced the worn original in 2002 (Wikipedia).
- Roqueta Island: a volcanic island about 1.8 km long, roughly 800 m from Caleta and Caletilla beaches, managed by the Mexican Navy since 1981 (Wikipedia).
- Celebrity homes from Acapulco’s golden age, right on the water.
- High dives at Punta Elefante, from an angle you can’t get on land.
Read our full Roqueta Island guide.
What guests say
We have 4.8★ on Google from over 1,000 reviews. A few real reviews shown on our website (translated from Spanish):
“They were very friendly from boarding and all the way through, and they applied my discount for booking a few days ahead.” (Gibran Martínez, Google)
“An incredible tour of the Acapulco of the stars, the Virgin under the sea and even live high dives.” (Hazel Calette, Google)
Tips for your Acapulco boat tour
- Book online. It’s cheaper than the booth and secures your time slot. Pick your date and time
- Arrive 20 minutes early. Boats leave on time; if you’re late, you’ll be moved to the next available departure (terms).
- Bring sunscreen, a hat and cash for the island (restaurants, chairs, umbrellas).
- Keep coolers small. Food and drinks are allowed, but large coolers that block the aisles are not.
- Never throw trash in the sea. It’s prohibited, and it protects the place you came to see.
FAQ: Acapulco boat tours
How much is a boat tour in Acapulco?
A shared glass-bottom boat tour to Roqueta Island costs $210 MXN per person online with Yates Dinka ($300 at the booth), or $400 MXN online with snorkeling ($550 at the booth). Private boats for groups are quoted on WhatsApp based on date, duration and group size.
How long is the boat tour to Roqueta Island?
The Traditional Tour lasts about 1 hour. The Traditional Tour + Snorkel takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, including 45 minutes in the water. You can stay on the island and return later; the last boat back is at 5:00 pm.
Where does the Yates Dinka boat leave from?
From the Parque de la Reina dock, across from the Fort of San Diego and next to the Cruise Ship Terminal on Costera Miguel Alemán. Parking costs $50 MXN for the whole day.
Do I need to book in advance?
It’s not mandatory, but booking online gives you up to 33% off and guarantees your time slot, especially on weekends and holidays. If you pay by bank transfer via WhatsApp, you must pay at least 24 hours ahead.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the authorities close the port or conditions are unsafe, your tour is rescheduled free of charge and your ticket stays valid.
Ready to set sail? Choose your date, pay online and save up to 33%. Questions? Message us on WhatsApp at +52 744 402 5050 or read the FAQ. · Calls +52 744 187 3434 / +52 744 506 0608
We also offer ash-scattering ceremonies at sea (page in Spanish).
Sources (October 2026): yatesdinka.com · Wikipedia (ES): Isla de la Roqueta · Archivo Tomás Montero · La Quebrada cliff divers
