Hip Hop Sessions is the adults-only party cruise with guest DJs, an open bar and champagne
showers. Every departure compared: what you drink and eat, the cash fee at the pier and the no-refund rule.
What's in, what's extraDrinks, food, dock fee and tips spelled out
Real guest ratingsLive Viator & Tripadvisor figures
Know the rules firstNon-refundable, 18+, check-in an hour early
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Choose your hip hop boat party
The original Cancun party in the centre, with the same Hip Hop Sessions format in Cabo San Lucas
and Punta Cana beside it. Same open bar, DJs and champagne showers; different sea, pier and days.
The original Hip Hop Sessions party: three hours off Cancun's Hotel Zone with guest DJs, an open bar, champagne showers and a swim stop when the sea allows.
What's included
Open bar of well rum, tequila, vodka and beer, plus sodas, water and juice
Guest DJs (hip hop, R&B, Afrobeats), party hosts and games
Champagne shower and professional photos
Snacks and a sandwich; swim stop weather permitting
Not included: $10 cash dock fee, tips, transport. Non-refundable
Every Rockstar party is for adults 18 and over (bring photo ID). In Cancun and Cabo, add a
$10 per person dock and conservation fee paid in cash at the pier, plus tips. The Isla Mujeres cruise and Coco Bongo
cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
What you actually get
Three hours off the coast: the boat is the destination.
Hip Hop Sessions is a floating party, not a sightseeing trip. In Cancun you board at the Caribbean Carnival
pier beside the Playa Tortugas ferry terminal, but the boat does not go to Isla Mujeres: it cruises the Hotel
Zone coast, drops anchor for a swim when the sea allows, and spends the rest of the three hours on the dance
floor. Guest DJs play current hip hop, R&B and Afrobeats, hosts run games and twerk contests, and
champagne showers are a fixed part of the show.
The open bar is well rum, tequila, vodka and beer, and the food is a snack: a sandwich in Cancun,
tacos in Cabo. Premium bottles cost extra. The two things that catch people out are on the booking page, not
the boat: the ticket is non-refundable and cannot be changed, and the boat leaves on time with no
refund if you are late.
$10
Cash, per person, at the pier in Cancun and Cabo: the marina
dock and conservation fee that is not in the online price.
Open barGuest DJsChampagne showerSwim stop
Cancun's Hotel Zone: the party cruises this coast and returns to the pier.
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Can I cancel?
No. All Rockstar listings are final sale, with no changes; only the operator can cancel, for weather or low numbers.
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What do I pay on the day?
The $10 cash dock fee in Cancun and Cabo, tips for the crew, any premium bottles and your taxi.
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How strong are the drinks?
Shots flow nonstop, but the mixed drinks are well spirits and some guests find the punch sweet or weak.
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Who might skip it?
Anyone who wants a sightseeing or snorkel day, quiet time on the water or a ticket they can cancel.
The day
How a boat party day unfolds
About four hours from check-in to the pier, based on the Cancun noon party. Cabo and Punta Cana run to the same rhythm.
01
Check in at the pier
Show your voucher and ID, pay the $10 cash dock fee and get your wristband.
11 AM
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Sail and turn up
The DJ starts as the lines come off; shots and the open bar start soon after.
12 PM sharp
03
Anchor and swim
When the sea allows, the boat anchors and you jump in, with life jackets on board.
Mid-cruise
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Champagne and back
Games, the champagne shower and a last dance, then back to the same pier.
Getting to the pier, tickets and ages, the rules on board and what to bring: one tab each.
Cancun: Caribbean Carnival pier next to the Playa Tortugas ferry terminal, Blvd. Kukulcan km 6.5, Hotel Zone.
Cabo: Cabo Escape Tours dock, Muelle del Cabo, in the marina behind the Breathless hotel.
Punta Cana: Playa Bibijagua in Bávaro; a smaller boat may shuttle you out to the party boat.
Transport is not included on any listing: take a taxi and leave a buffer.
Check in an hour early (11 AM for a noon party); the boat departs on time and late arrivals are not refunded.
Adults only: 18 and over on every listing; the Miami listing's ticket band starts at 21.
One adult price per person; up to 10 tickets per booking on Viator.
Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be changed, so book once your dates are fixed.
Cancun and Cabo add a $10 cash dock and conservation fee at the pier.
Dress code: beachwear.
No smoking on board; guests report that e-cigarettes and vapes were allowed in Cancun.
Outside drinks and bottles are not allowed; premium bottles are sold by the operator.
Not advised for pregnant guests or anyone with back or heart problems; not wheelchair accessible.
Photo ID and your voucher.
US dollars in cash for the dock fee, tips and extras.
Swimsuit, cover-up, sandals, sunglasses and a hat.
Reef-safe sunscreen and a waterproof phone pouch.
A hand fan or cooling towel, and motion-sickness tablets if you need them.
IncludedOpen barWell rum, tequila, vodka and beer, plus sodas, water and juice, all you can drink.
IncludedGuest DJs and hostsHip hop, R&B and Afrobeats, with games and twerk contests.
IncludedChampagne showerThe signature moment of every Hip Hop Sessions party.
IncludedPhotosA photographer on board; you get the pictures through a QR code or link.
Weather permittingSwim stopThe boat anchors for a swim in Cancun and Punta Cana when the sea allows.
Extra costBottles and the dock feePremium bottles are sold separately; the $10 dock fee is cash at the pier.
Where the party starts
Cancun boat party pier
Caribbean Carnival pier, Playa Tortugas
Blvd. Kukulcan km 6.5, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico
The Cancun party boards at the Caribbean Carnival pier, right next to the Playa Tortugas ferry terminal
on the lagoon-and-sea strip of the Hotel Zone. Most Hotel Zone resorts are a short taxi ride away; from
downtown, allow longer. Arrive at 11 AM for the noon party (3:15 PM for the 4 PM party), have your voucher,
photo ID and $10 cash ready, and expect to wait a little before boarding.
4.8★★★★★ 2,020 reviews · Rockstar Hip Hop Sessions, Cancun live Viator & Tripadvisor figure
★★★★★
From start to finish the energy was high and the vibes top tier. The music was current, not that old hip hop from decades ago. The staff was incredible, the host kept the party going nonstop. The shots never stop, so pace yourself.
★★★★★
The music, drinks, and vibes were flowing! Check in was easy, they provided us tacos and the views were great. It was hot, so be prepared for that! I always add a hip hop boat party to the itinerary in various cities, it never disappoints.
★★★★★
We had a great time on the boat. Staff was great! We had read the reviews prior to booking and all the reviews you read are real and accurate. Just as a heads up, there is no smoking on the boat but electronic vapes were allowed.
★★★★★
Staff was great, DJ was on point, drinks were flowing! The best party boat in DR! We will definitely be back for the turn up!
★★★★★
Literally as soon as the boat departs from the dock is when the party starts. Soon after we're taken to the famous arch, where we take photos. I definitely had a good time.
★★★★★
The staff was great, left on time, got back on time, with drinks and snacks like promised. No complaints.
★★★★★
The entire crew was amazing! The music was great and just the right amount of fun. Safety was never an issue. Please don't get on here if you cannot handle your alcohol. Feel free to enjoy the ocean by jumping off the boat if you're feeling up for it.
★★★★★
The music was great and so were the vibes! The drinks were good and the amazing bottle girl made sure to keep giving shots. I recommend sitting on the upper level as it is more fun!
★★★★★
Had the best time for my birthday! You will not regret this experience. The boat ride was nice as well.
Still going?
Keep the night going
The boat is back by mid-afternoon. Take a nap, eat a proper dinner, then do Cancun's most famous
night out.
Coco Bongo Gold Member VIP Night Out
★ 3.9 · 253 reviews · 5 hours
The boat is back at the pier by mid-afternoon. If you still have energy at night, Coco Bongo is Cancun's famous show nightclub, ten minutes down the Hotel Zone. The Gold Member ticket adds skip-the-line early entry, a seat for the acrobatic show and an open bar, and unlike the boat party it cancels free up to 24 hours before.
Rockstar Boat Party Hip Hop Sessions has become one of the most booked party cruises in Mexico and
the Caribbean, with more than 2,000 reviews for the Cancun boat alone. Here is what the ticket buys, what it
costs once you add the extras, and how to make the most of three hours on the water.
Who runs it, and where
The parties are run by Rockstarcrawls, a nightlife company that also organises bar and club crawls, under the
Hip Hop Sessions name. The original sails from Cancun's Hotel Zone, and the same format now runs from the marina in
Cabo San Lucas, from Playa Bibijagua in Punta Cana on Saturdays, from Coconut Grove in Miami and from Marina
Vallarta in Puerto Vallarta. Cancun also has an Old School edition on Thursdays and, in some seasons, a 4 PM party
on Sundays. Every version is adults only.
Guest DJs play hip hop, R&B and Afrobeats from the moment the boat leaves the pier.
What it really costs
Viator lists the Cancun and Cabo parties from $105 per person and Punta Cana from $95 in 2026; the operator's own
site shows $99.99 for Cancun and Cabo. Then add the extras: a $10 per person dock and conservation fee in cash at the
pier in Cancun and Cabo, a tip for the crew, your taxi both ways and anything beyond the well drinks. A couple
should budget roughly $260 to $280 for the afternoon before any bottles. The price on Viator is a few dollars higher,
and in exchange you get one checkout, the full review history and Viator's customer support if something goes wrong.
The honest small print: the ticket is non-refundable and cannot be changed, transport is not
included, and the boat leaves on time. Book once your dates are fixed, save the pier in your maps, and plan to be
there an hour early. If you need a ticket you can cancel, pick the Isla Mujeres party cruise instead.
What the party is like
Think of a club at sea in the middle of the day. The DJ starts as the lines come off, hosts pass round shots,
run games and twerk contests, and the champagne shower is the big moment. In Cancun and Punta Cana the boat
usually anchors for a swim, with life jackets on board; in Cabo, guests describe cruising past El Arco. The
complaints are consistent: the food is a snack, the punch can taste sweet or weak, there is little shade, and on
some days the boat spends a long time anchored close to shore. The praise is just as consistent: the crew, the
hosts and the crowd make the afternoon.
The swim stop is weather permitting; life jackets are on board.
Making the most of it
Eat properly before you check in, wear your swimsuit under a cover-up, and bring photo ID, cash in US dollars,
reef-safe sunscreen and a waterproof phone pouch. Claim a spot on the upper deck if you want to be in the middle of
it, drink water between shots, and scan the photographer's QR code before you leave. Celebrating? Tell the hosts:
birthdays and bachelorettes are a big part of the crowd.
ID, cash, sunscreen and a waterproof pouch: the boat party kit.
Straight answers to what partygoers ask most about the Rockstar Hip Hop Sessions boat party.
What is the Rockstar Boat Party Hip Hop Sessions?
It is an adults-only daytime party cruise run by Rockstarcrawls under the Hip Hop Sessions name: about three hours on a party boat with guest DJs playing hip hop, R&B and Afrobeats, party hosts, an open bar of well drinks, champagne showers, snacks and photos. It runs in Cancun, Cabo San Lucas, Punta Cana, Miami and Puerto Vallarta. See the parties.
How much does the Cancun hip hop boat party cost?
From $105 per person on Viator in 2026; the operator's own site lists $99.99. On top of either, you pay a $10 per person marina dock and conservation fee in cash at the pier, plus tips. Transport to the pier is not included. See the ticket and price guide.
Can I cancel or change my boat party ticket?
No. Every Rockstar Hip Hop Sessions listing is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason, and the boat leaves on time without refunds for late arrivals. The operator can cancel for bad weather or low numbers. If you need flexibility, the Isla Mujeres party cruise cancels free up to 24 hours before.
What days does the hip hop boat party run?
In Cancun the operator lists Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 12 PM, with the Old School edition on Thursdays and a 4 PM party on Sundays in some seasons. Cabo sails Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday at 12 PM; Punta Cana sails on Saturdays. The Viator calendar shows the live dates.
Where does the Cancun boat party leave from?
From the Caribbean Carnival pier next to the Playa Tortugas ferry terminal, Blvd. Kukulcan km 6.5 in the Hotel Zone. Check in at 11 AM for the 12 PM party, or 3:15 PM for the 4 PM party. The boat returns to the same pier.
Is food included on the boat party?
Only snacks. In Cancun that means a sandwich; in Cabo guests describe three tacos. Several reviewers call the food basic, so eat a proper meal before you check in.
What drinks are included in the open bar?
Well (house) rum, tequila, vodka and beer, plus sodas, water and juice, served all you can drink. Premium bottles cost extra. Bring cash in US dollars for extras and the dock fee.
What is the minimum age, and do I need ID?
Guests must be 18 or older on every listing, and the Miami listing's ticket band starts at 21. Bring a photo ID, because this is an open-bar event.
Do you get to swim on the boat party?
Usually, in Cancun and Punta Cana: the boat anchors for a swim stop with life jackets on board. It is always "weather permitting", and some Cabo guests report that swimming was not allowed on their day.
Is the Rockstar Boat Party worth it?
For a crowd that wants hip hop, dancing and nonstop shots, most guests say yes: the Cancun party rates 4.8 from 2,020 reviews. The common complaints are the basic food, sweet well drinks, the heat and a boat that mostly anchors near the coast. Read the honest review.
What should I wear to the hip hop boat party?
Beachwear is the dress code: a swimsuit under a cover-up, sandals or slides, sunglasses and a hat. Bring sunscreen, a waterproof phone pouch, cash and ID. See what to wear and bring.
Is transportation included?
No. Every Rockstar listing excludes transport, so take a taxi or a Hotel Zone bus to the pier in Cancun, and allow time: late arrivals are not refunded.
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