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Cruises visiting Mazatlan

Quietest
Jul-May
Busiest
Dec-Mar
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334+ upcoming port calls

Best time to visit: Jul-May (fewer ships)

Avoid: Peak winter weekends (crowded port days)

Based on 183+ sailings and upcoming visits • Updated daily

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Use the congestion calendar to compare timing first, then bring price into the decision once you narrow the right visit window.

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Best cruises that visit Mazatlan

These sailings rank first because they visit Mazatlan while also showing stronger-than-typical pricing, healthy availability, and current value signals.

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Holland America

Koningsdam • Holland America

11 Night Mexican Riviera & Sea Of Cortez

Dec 8, 2026 → Dec 19, 2026 • San Diego ↔

Lowest in 180 days $808 below typical ↘
$884 · $80/night · great deal · ↓48% below typical
Royal Caribbean International

Voyager of the Seas • Royal Caribbean International

8-night Mexican Riviera Loop via Catalina Island & Cabo San Lucas

Nov 5, 2026 → Nov 13, 2026 • Los Angeles ↔

Lowest in 180 days $461 below typical ↘
$483 · $60/night · great deal · ↓49% below typical
Royal Caribbean International

Serenade of the Seas • Royal Caribbean International

7-night Mexican Riviera Loop via Ensenada & Cabo San Lucas

Feb 28, 2027 → Mar 7, 2027 • San Diego ↔

Lowest in 180 days $275 below typical
$529 · $76/night · great deal · ↓34% below typical
Royal Caribbean International

Navigator of the Seas • Royal Caribbean International

7-night Mexican Riviera Loop via Ensenada & Cabo San Lucas

Dec 10, 2027 → Dec 17, 2027 • Los Angeles ↔

Lowest in 180 days $473 below typical
$669 · $96/night · great deal · ↓41% below typical
Royal Caribbean International

Voyager of the Seas • Royal Caribbean International

7-night Mexican Riviera Loop via Ensenada & Cabo San Lucas

Feb 19, 2027 → Feb 26, 2027 • Los Angeles ↔

Lowest in 180 days $289 below typical ↘
$457 · $65/night · great deal · ↓39% below typical
Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Panorama • Carnival Cruise Line

7-night Mexican Riviera Loop via Puerto Vallarta & Mazatlan

Sep 6, 2026 → Sep 13, 2026 • Long Beach ↔

$387 below typical ↘
$402 · $57/night · great deal · ↓49% below typical

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Mazatlan is busiest from Dec-Mar, with multiple ships per day. Jul, May are significantly quieter.

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Best time to visit Mazatlan on a cruise

This monthly view combines ship traffic and pricing so you can spot quieter windows, busier stretches, and the months where cruises visiting Mazatlan still look attractively priced.

July
Priciest
Median price/night
$220
3 visits
Traffic
↑58% vs typical
2 ships • 3 priced sailings tracked
August
Median price/night
$136
7 visits
Traffic
↑9% vs typical
2 ships • 7 priced sailings tracked
September
Cheapest
Median price/night
$64
9 visits
Traffic
↓41% vs typical
3 ships • 9 priced sailings tracked
October
Median price/night
$101
20 visits
Traffic
↓7% vs typical
10 ships • 20 priced sailings tracked
November
Median price/night
$91
18 visits
Traffic
↓14% vs typical
7 ships • 18 priced sailings tracked
December
Median price/night
$95
30 visits
Traffic
↓34% vs typical
9 ships • 29 priced sailings tracked
January
Median price/night
$93
23 visits
Traffic
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9 ships • 23 priced sailings tracked
February
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$95
16 visits
Traffic
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6 ships • 15 priced sailings tracked
March
Median price/night
$101
31 visits
Traffic
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7 ships • 24 priced sailings tracked
April
Median price/night
$100
17 visits
Traffic
↓9% vs typical
7 ships • 17 priced sailings tracked
May
Median price/night
$109
2 visits
Traffic
↑13% vs typical
2 ships • 2 priced sailings tracked
June
Median price/night
$125
6 visits
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Near typical
2 ships • 6 priced sailings tracked

Cruise itineraries that include Mazatlan

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11 Night Mexican Riviera & Sea Of Cortez

Mexican Riviera • Next: Oct 20

Best upcoming departure is a great deal 2 of 2 sailings below typical Typical range: $119-$151 / night
$884 · 2 upcoming sailings · 1 ship

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Mexican Riviera Loop via Catalina Island & Cabo San Lucas (Best Balance)

Mexican Riviera • Next: Oct 22

Best upcoming departure is a great deal 1 of 2 sailings below typical Typical range: $74-$150 / night
$465 · 2 upcoming sailings · 1 ship

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Mexican Riviera Loop via Ensenada & Cabo San Lucas (Best Balance)

Mexican Riviera • Next: Jul 24

Best upcoming departure is a great deal 8 of 15 sailings below typical Typical range: $67-$90 / night
$400 · 15 upcoming sailings · 3 ships

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Mexican Riviera Loop via Puerto Vallarta & Mazatlan (Best Balance)

Mexican Riviera • Next: Sep 6

Best upcoming departure is a great deal 2 of 4 sailings below typical Typical range: $91-$128 / night
$402 · 4 upcoming sailings · 3 ships

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Mexican Riviera Loop via Cabo San Lucas & La Paz (Best Balance)

Mexican Riviera • Next: Nov 28

Best upcoming departure is a great deal 1 of 1 sailings below typical Typical range: $114-$140 / night
$899 · 1 upcoming sailing · 1 ship

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Mexican Riviera Loop via Cabo San Lucas & Loreto (Port-Heavy)

Mexican Riviera • Next: Dec 7

Best upcoming departure is a great deal 1 of 1 sailings below typical Typical range: $123-$163 / night
$1,119 · 1 upcoming sailing · 1 ship

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How to visit Mazatlan on a cruise

Most cruises that stop in Mazatlan depart from:

Los Angeles
7-16 nights
San Diego
7-30 nights
Long Beach
7-11 nights

Upcoming port calls in Mazatlan

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Date Ship Line
Jul 20, 2026 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International
Jul 22, 2026 Carnival Panorama Carnival Cruise Line
Jul 28, 2026 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International
Aug 3, 2026 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International
Aug 5, 2026 Carnival Panorama Carnival Cruise Line
Aug 10, 2026 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International
Aug 17, 2026 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International
Aug 19, 2026 Carnival Panorama Carnival Cruise Line
Aug 25, 2026 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International
Aug 31, 2026 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International
Sep 8, 2026 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International
Sep 9, 2026 Carnival Panorama Carnival Cruise Line
Sep 14, 2026 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International
Sep 16, 2026 Carnival Panorama Carnival Cruise Line
Sep 22, 2026 Brilliant Lady Virgin Voyages
Sep 22, 2026 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International
Sep 29, 2026 Brilliant Lady Virgin Voyages
Sep 29, 2026 Navigator of the Seas Royal Caribbean International
Sep 30, 2026 Carnival Panorama Carnival Cruise Line
Oct 6, 2026 Brilliant Lady Virgin Voyages

FAQ about cruises visiting Mazatlan

Short answers for common search intent around the best time to visit, itinerary patterns, and how to compare cruises that include Mazatlan.

What is the best time to visit Mazatlan on a cruise?
September currently looks strongest on value for cruises visiting Mazatlan, based on Jibhop's tracked median nightly fares. Use the port-call calendar above to compare exact ship dates because pricing can vary a lot within the month.
When is Mazatlan busiest for cruise traffic?
March currently shows the most upcoming cruise visits to Mazatlan. Busier months usually mean more ship choice, but also more crowding and less pricing flexibility.
Which cruise itineraries usually include Mazatlan?
Common upcoming itinerary families that include Mazatlan include 11 Night Mexican Riviera & Sea Of Cortez, Mexican Riviera Loop via Catalina Island & Cabo San Lucas (Best Balance), and Mexican Riviera Loop via Ensenada & Cabo San Lucas (Best Balance). Open any itinerary card to compare route mix, next departures, and which sailings look strongest on price.
How should I compare cruises that visit Mazatlan?
Start with the best cruises section to see today's strongest pricing signals, then use the port-call calendar to find the exact visit dates that fit your trip. Once you narrow the timing, compare itineraries and ships rather than choosing on this stop alone.
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