Private Yacht Charter ChicaFUN 2 Waterslides All Inclusive

A private yacht, two waterslides, and a fully stocked bar make this a strong choice for a group that wants its own day on the water. With ChicaFUN 2, you can shape a four-hour outing around Puerto Vallarta and the Bay of Banderas instead of following a fixed group schedule.

I like the freedom to choose your meeting point and the mix of gear provided, from snorkels and kayaks to paddle boards and a water tube. I also like the crew focus: owner Gil can help arrange a different meeting point or affordable transportation if the standard options do not suit you.

The main catch is the time limit. Four hours gives you a pleasant coastal cruise and time for water activities, but the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls are tied to the separate seven-hour full-day option, and you cannot visit both in one day.

Key points to know before booking

• Private boat for up to 15 people: You share the yacht only with your own group, which makes the fixed group price easier to justify for families and friends.
• Two waterslides plus water gear: You can use snorkel equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and a water tube during the outing.
• Custom Bay of Banderas route: You can discuss where you want to go instead of accepting a preset four-hour path.
• Brand-name open bar included: Drinks range from coffee, juices, sodas, and mineral water to beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, and champagne.
• Snacks are simple but useful: Guacamole, chips, and potato chips help keep the all-inclusive setup moving between swims.
• Meeting point matters: You must select your meeting place before submitting the reservation, so do not leave that step until the last minute.

A private yacht day built around your group

The biggest appeal here is not simply having a boat. It is having control over the day.

ChicaFUN 2 is reserved for your group, with room for up to 15 people. That changes the feel of the outing. You do not need to match another group’s pace, wait for strangers to finish a swim, or spend the afternoon following a route that does not fit your interests.

You can ask for a coastal cruise, time in the Bay of Banderas, or a mix of water activities and sightseeing. The exact route depends on what you arrange with Chica Locca Tours, so treat the four hours as a flexible block on the water rather than a rigid sightseeing program.

That flexibility works especially well for groups with mixed interests. Some people can use the kayaks or paddle boards while others relax with a drink. Children and active adults may head for the waterslides, while anyone who prefers a quieter hour can enjoy the views from the yacht.

The private format also helps if you are celebrating a birthday, planning a family outing, or simply want a boat day without a large shared group. You pay $1,940 for the yacht, not a per-person fare. At the full capacity of 15, that works out to about $129 per person. For a smaller group of 10, it is about $194 each, and for six people it is roughly $323 each.

That is not a bargain for a small party. For a large group, though, the math becomes much more appealing because the boat, activities, drinks, snacks, and facility fees are bundled into one price.

Setting out from Puerto Vallarta

Your first practical task is choosing the meeting point. Several meeting points are available, and Chica Locca Tours says it can help if you need a different location or assistance with transportation.

Do not assume hotel pickup is included. It is not. Hotel pickup and drop-off are listed as extra, although owner Gil can be contacted about other meeting arrangements and affordable luxury transportation to the meeting point.

The meeting-point rule is important because your reservation requires this choice before submission. Confirm the exact location, arrival instructions, and any transport plan before you pay. The tour is near public transportation, which may help if you are staying in an area with a convenient connection.

Once aboard, the experience centers on Puerto Vallarta and the Bay of Banderas. You will cruise along the coastline and can shape the outing around your group’s priorities. The supplied information does not give a fixed route, named beaches, or guaranteed wildlife sightings, so keep your expectations focused on a private coastal boat day rather than a promise of specific attractions.

The captain and crew handle the boating while you decide how much of the time to spend moving, swimming, or using the equipment. The crew’s accommodating and friendly service is one of the strongest themes attached to this experience, so the human side of the outing matters as much as the yacht itself.

The Bay of Banderas in a four-hour window

Four hours is long enough to make the boat feel like the main event, but short enough that you need to choose your priorities.

If your group wants a relaxed cruise with a few swims, drinks, snacks, and water sports, the duration should work well. You can spend less time getting from place to place and more time enjoying the yacht. A private boat also means you can discuss the pace with the captain rather than losing time to a large group schedule.

If your first goal is a famous destination, ask careful questions before booking. Chica Locca Tours lists the Marietas Islands and Yelapa Falls as popular choices for a seven-hour full-day tour. Those two destinations cannot both be visited on the same day, and the supplied details do not promise either one during this four-hour charter.

That distinction is easy to miss. The private boat can be customized, but customization does not erase travel time. If you specifically want the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls, ask if the seven-hour option is the better fit. If you mainly want time on the water near Puerto Vallarta, the four-hour booking is more suitable.

The Bay of Banderas itself gives you a broad setting for the outing. You can cruise the Puerto Vallarta coast, stop for water activities where arranged, and use the yacht as a comfortable base between swims. The exact stop order is flexible, which is useful if your group has a clear plan but less helpful if you want a tightly scripted sightseeing tour.

Waterslides and equipment for an active afternoon

The activity list is unusually broad for a four-hour private charter. ChicaFUN 2 includes two waterslides along with snorkel equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and a water tube.

That range lets you build your own rhythm. You might start with a cruise, switch to a swim, then rotate through the equipment while the crew serves drinks and snacks. The waterslides add a playful edge that you will not get from a basic sightseeing cruise.

You should still think of the gear as a shared supply for the group, not a promise that every person can use everything at once. With 15 people aboard, your group may need to take turns. A smaller party will have more freedom to move between activities without waiting.

The details do not specify exact swim locations, water conditions, age rules, or a detailed schedule for the equipment. Ask the operator about current conditions and any restrictions if those points matter to your group. Most people can participate, but a private charter does not remove the need to consider individual comfort in the water.

For a family, the waterslides may be the main attraction. For adults, the paddle boards, kayaks, water tube, and open bar may matter more. The value comes from having several options, not from one guaranteed sport or stop.

An all-inclusive setup with a real open bar

The drink package is more generous than the usual soft-drink-only boat trip. It includes water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, and champagne, with brand-name alcoholic beverages available.

You can choose what fits your group. That is useful for a long afternoon when nobody wants to arrange separate drinks or keep track of a running tab. Nonalcoholic options also mean the charter is not built only around drinking.

The phrase all-inclusive does not mean every possible cost is covered. Snacks consist of guacamole, chips, and potato chips, which are practical between swims but not a full meal. If you need lunch, have dietary restrictions, or are planning a celebration with special food, ask what can be arranged before departure.

Landing and facility fees are included, which keeps the quoted yacht price clearer. Souvenir photos cost extra, and gratuities are optional rather than included. The package covers the central boat-day expenses, but you should still budget for those add-ons if you want them.

I would also plan your drinks sensibly. The boat includes alcoholic beverages, but the main purpose is still a water outing. You will want to stay comfortable and ready to enjoy the kayaks, paddle boards, and slides.

Crew service and the feel of the day

The crew is a major part of the appeal. The captain is described as highly experienced, and the crew is presented as accommodating, kind, and fun. One highly positive account specifically praised the boat crew and their willingness to help, which fits the private format well.

You are not booking a self-service rental. The crew operates the boat and delivers the included drinks, snacks, and equipment. That matters when your group includes people who want a social afternoon without having to manage every practical detail.

Owner Gil is the named contact for special meeting-point requests and transportation help. He is the person to contact if the standard arrangements do not fit your location or group needs. No individual crew roster is provided, so I would not book expecting a particular guide by name.

The overall rating is 5 out of 5 from 124 ratings, with 99 percent recommending the experience. That is a strong signal about satisfaction, especially for an outing where crew attitude can make or break the day. Still, a high rating cannot guarantee identical service on every departure, and your own experience will depend partly on the route and expectations you agree on in advance.

Price, group size, and who gets the best value

At $1,940 per group of up to 15, this charter is best judged as a private event rather than a standard four-hour excursion.

For 15 people, the per-person cost is reasonable given the private boat, crew, open bar, snacks, waterslides, water equipment, and included facility fees. At 12 people, it is about $162 per person. At eight people, it rises to about $243 per person, and at four people it becomes about $485 each.

That makes group size the key value question. A large family reunion, bachelor or bachelorette group, or gathering of friends can get good use from the fixed price. A couple or small family may find a shared boat trip more economical, unless privacy and control are worth the extra cost.

You also need to value the freedom to set the pace. If you want a private yacht, a personal route, and an open bar without sharing the boat, the price becomes easier to defend. If you mainly want to reach one major attraction, compare the four-hour charter with the seven-hour option before paying.

The package also saves you from renting water equipment separately. Since kayaks, paddle boards, snorkels, a water mattress, a water tube, and the slides are part of the charter, active groups do not need to organize each item on their own.

What to confirm before you reserve

Confirmation arrives within 48 hours, subject to availability. That means you should avoid treating the booking as final until the operator confirms it.

Before submitting your reservation, choose the meeting place. Then confirm how you will get there, since hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. If you need a different meeting point, contact Gil before booking rather than hoping it can be changed later.

I would also confirm the route in plain terms. Ask what is realistic within four hours, especially if your group is considering the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls. Those destinations are associated with the seven-hour full-day option, and the two cannot be combined in one day.

Ask about food if guacamole and chips will not be enough. The included snacks are clearly stated, but a full meal is not. You should also mention any special needs when discussing the reservation, even though most people can participate.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund. That policy is fairly simple, but the meeting point and route questions deserve attention before the 24-hour cutoff.

Is ChicaFUN 2 the right Puerto Vallarta boat trip?

Book it if you have a medium or large group, want a private yacht, and care more about freedom and water activities than a fixed sightseeing route. The waterslides, broad equipment selection, open bar, snacks, and friendly crew setup give you plenty to do during four hours.

Think twice if your group is small or if the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls is the central goal. In that case, the price per person can climb quickly, and the seven-hour option may fit better.

For a group of 10 to 15, I see the strongest value. Choose your meeting point carefully, confirm the route, and make sure everyone understands that hotel transportation and souvenir photos cost extra. If you want a private afternoon where the boat, drinks, and activities all revolve around your group, ChicaFUN 2 is a practical and fun choice in Puerto Vallarta.

FAQ

How much does the private yacht charter cost?

The charter costs $1,940 per group, with up to 15 people included.

How long is the ChicaFUN 2 experience?

The private charter lasts approximately four hours.

Is the boat private?

Yes. Only your group participates in this private tour or activity.

What drinks are included?

The open bar includes water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, and champagne, along with brand-name alcoholic beverages.

What water equipment can I use?

The charter includes snorkel equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and a water tube. The experience is also described as having two waterslides.

Are meals included?

Snacks are included: guacamole, chips, and potato chips. A full meal is not listed as included.

Can I visit the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls?

Those destinations are listed for the seven-hour full-day option. The same day cannot include both destinations.

Is hotel transportation included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, but you can request help with another meeting point or transportation by contacting Gil, the owner.