Riviera Maya
5-night round-trip sailing from Miami
Underwater exploration and sun-drenched mezcal tasting in Mexico
The Riviera Maya is a dreamer’s gateway to Cozumel, Playa del Carmen and Tulum. Arriving from Miami at 9 am and departing late with an additional day and night spent at The Beach Club at Bimini, you’ll have plenty of time to see each port from every sun and moonlit angle.
Riviera Maya • 5 Nights
Sailing on Scarlet Lady
Day 1
Miami
Departs at 05:00 PM, All aboard 2 hrs before departure
Day 2
Sailing
At sea
Day 3
Cozumel - Playa del Carmen
08:00 AM - 08:00 PM, local time
Day 4
Sailing
At sea
Day 5
Beach Club at Bimini
08:00 AM - 07:00 PM, local time
Day 6
Miami
Arrives at 06:30 AM
The Virgin Voyages Experience
From captivating coasts to laid-back island vibes, the exclusively adult cruise vacation of your dreams is here.
Terminal V at PortMiami
Uniting the energy of Miami with nautical nods to the history of sailing, we’re infusing our own terminal with the same incredible ethos as our ships.
Hassle-free embarkation
Pre-upload your travel docs to the Virgin Voyages app, get Ready to Sail before leaving home, and make boarding a (sea)breeze in just a few minutes.
Late stays and overnights
No more rushing from A to Sea. Our itineraries feature late stays and overnights, so you can explore it all from morning to night (and morning again).
Exclusive access to The Beach Club at Bimini
From beach bonfires to private cabanas and floaty pool parties — all in a resort-like experience where you can actually let your salty hair down.
The places you'll go
Miami
From the Wynwood art scene to the world-renowned shores of Miami Beach, the Magic City is a perfect collision of relaxation and cultural exploration.
Cozumel - Playa del Carmen
Balancing sunlit mornings and effervescent nights out is par for the course on the eastern shores of Quintana Roo.
Beach Club at Bimini
Besides exploring the islands’ incredible biodiversity, relax at our private beach club experience, Virgin Voyages Beach Club at Bimini.
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Atlantis Submarine Expedition
Cozumel - Playa del Carmen
This aquatic venture takes you to part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System — one of the largest living structures on the planet. You’ll get a fish-eye view of tropical marine life, lobsters, rays, sharks, and turtles, then head to Cozumel’s famed wall — a vertical descent plunging you down 100ft. Experience some real aquanaut feels while gazing out of large port holes to view the Felipe Xicotencatl, an incredible wreck that is now home to an assortment of breathtaking species and coral.
Energy Level
Duration
Type
Highlights
- Discover the Chankanaab Reef, which is part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System — one of the largest living structures on the planet
- Plunge down Cozumel's famous underwater wall — 100ft below sea level
- The submarine route explores the biggest dive wreck in the area, the Felipe Xicotencatl, a 154ft long ship sold to the Mexican Navy
- Explore a wreck that is now home to dozens of fish, sponges, and soft corals out of oversized portholes
- This Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
- Sailors must be able to safely navigate backwards through a 12 step ladder with handrails
- This tour is not suitable for pregnant Sailors
- This tour is weather dependent
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
Bacalar Seven Colors Lagoon
Costa Maya
Hop on a boat ride through the famous Bacalar (aka Seven Colors) Lagoon—where the crystal-clear waters and white limestone bottom cause the water to morph into varying shades of turquoise, cobalt blue and deep indigo. You’ll visit two technicolor cenotes—La Isla de los Pájaros and El Canal de Piratas—and learn about the real pirates of the Caribbean who once cruised these waters. Wrap up this colorful day by tasting some local Mexican food.
Energy Level
Duration
Type
Highlights
- Narrated scenic drive to Bacalar (aka Seven Colors) Lagoon
- Boat ride through the Seven Colors Lagoon
- Visit two cenotes—La Isla de los Pájaros and El Canal de Piratas
- Learn about the real Pirates of the Caribbean and finish the day tasting some local food
- Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
- This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors
- This Shore Thing is not advisable for Sailors over 250 lbs
- Approximately 1.5 hour drive to/from Bacalar
- Sailors prone to motion sickness should take precautions prior to this Shore Thing
- Seaweed may be present near the beach due to wind and/or sea conditions
- Please keep in mind that the lagoon's tones of blue are weather/season dependent
- Lunch is included
- This Shore Thing is weather dependent
- Gratuities are included
- This Shore Thing does not operate on Wednesdays — the Scenic Raft Experience is recommended as an alternative
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
Sapona Shipwreck Swim and Snorkel
Beach Club at Bimini
The SS Sapona Shipwreck is one of the most famous shipwrecks in Bimini—shrouded in occult lure and fascination. On this experience, you’ll learn the history of the Sapona before jumping in the water and swimming through its cargo hold and engine bay—all the while witnessing the gorgeous corals and various marine life that have made the ship their home.
Energy Level
Duration
Type
Highlights
- Experience the beautiful corals and various marine life
- Swim and snorkel through the cargo hold and engine bay
- Learn the history of the famous SS Sapona Shipwreck
- Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
- Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate
- This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors
- This Shore Thing is weather dependent
- Gratuities are included
- Sailors prone to motion sickness should take precautions prior to this Shore Thing
- Masks, fins and snorkel included
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
Wild Dolphin Safari in Bimini
Beach Club at Bimini
Twist, twirl, dive, do the robot, and watch as Bahamian dolphins follow suit. (Maybe the robot is a stretch.) Accompanied by a guide, you get to experience Bimini’s dolphins while honoring their natural space. Connecting with these curious mammals can be transformative and exhilarating. Remember, this encounter takes place on the animals' turf in their home environment — so while no sightings can be guaranteed, you are guaranteed to enjoy the alluring Bahamian surroundings.
Energy Level
Duration
Type
Highlights
- Enjoy a relaxing day on the Bahamian waters where wild dolphins are known to travel
- Connect with these curious and playful marine mammals who often mimic human behavior by dancing and playing
- Dolphins are known to swim solo, in pairs, or in a pod of 2 or more
- When spotted in their natural habitat, you'll be given the green light when to jump in and swim with the dolphins
- Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed
- Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
- This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors
- Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate
- Masks, Fins & Snorkel Included
- This Shore Thing is weather dependent
- Gratuities are included
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
Kayak Tour for Two
Beach Club at Bimini
All aboard a tandem kayak for this magnificent tour through the natural world. From the beach, you’ll paddle out to the banks of the Bimini Isles. Weave through lush, over-water trails and over warm, shallow water teeming with marine life including conch, stingrays, and a variety of tropical fish. Never kayaked before? No problem—you’ll receive instructions from your guide on how to maneuver your kayak.
Energy Level
Duration
Type
Highlights
- A guide will give you instructions on how to maneuver a tandem kayak
- Board your own kayak and travel in a group to exciting aquatic destinations
- Paddle through above-water Caribbean trails and shallow, sandy shores
- Relax in the shallows and see if you can spot some marine life own their own turf
- Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
- This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors
- The price is per kayak for up to 2 Sailors
- Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate
- A change of clothes is recommended
- This Shore Thing is weather dependent
- Gratuities are included
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
An ocean of opportunities calling your name.
There’s nothing more liberating than having the freedom of charting your own course. No pre-assigned seating, no fixed schedules, no limited options, no nonsense — just a shipload of opportunities to rejuvenate your body and transform your soul.
WANDERLUST SATISFIED
Riviera Maya
With world-renowned diving and proximity to Tulum’s eclectic nightlife, Cozumel and Playa del Carmen are undisputed gems of the Caribbean. Diving through bright coral reefs and a stones throw from Tulum — the rich eco-tourism and cultural diversity of the entire isle makes for a bucket-list must.
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Rest Your Head
These are the spots you might be calling home. Whether you prefer coffee (or cocktails) overlooking the waves, or waking up late in your own cocoon, we're holding space for you.
Always Included Luxury
We’ve taken care of all the details — so all you have to do is kick back and have the relaxing vacation you deserve. Everything below is included.
All Food
From refined dining to relaxed casual, all of our 20+ eateries featuring menus curated by Michelin star chefs are yours to enjoy.
Essential Drinks
Stay hydrated with still and sparkling water, non-pressed juices, sodas, teas and even drip coffee.
Wifi
Browse, post, and stay connected with wifi — whenever you want, and wherever you are on the ship.
Tips
We've taken care (of taking care) of your servers, so we cover the gratuities for your onboard experiences.
Group Fitness Classes
Yoga, meditation, cycling, HIIT classes, and more — all your group fitness classes are covered.
Shows & Entertainment
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