Private Yacht Charter ChicaFUN 3 Waterslides All Inclusive

The best part of ChicaFUN 3 is simple: you get a private yacht with three waterslides, a full bar, and the freedom to shape your time around the Bay of Banderas. You can cruise the Puerto Vallarta coast, stop to swim, and turn the boat into your own floating beach club.

I like the generous drink and snack setup, especially the fresh guacamole and ceviche. I also like the crew’s practical touch. On one outing, the staff adjusted plans for high winds and even swam drinks out to people in the water. The main catch is the price: $1,940 per group is a serious spend for four hours, and hotel pickup is not included.

Key things to know before you book

• Three waterslides on a private yacht: The boat is built around play, with slides, a water mattress, tubes, kayaks, and paddle boards.
• A real all-inclusive setup: Drinks range from coffee, juice, and soda to beer, wine, tequila, champagne, piña coladas, and margaritas.
• Your route is flexible: The four-hour outing focuses on the Bay of Banderas, while a seven-hour trip can include either Yelapa Falls or the Marietas Islands.
• Food is casual but useful: Fresh guacamole, ceviche, blue corn chips, and potato chips keep the afternoon moving.
• Good for mixed-age groups: Families can swim and play while adults use the open bar, and the crew helps with small details.
• Plan the meeting point early: You must choose your meeting place before submitting the reservation, and transportation to it costs extra.

A private yacht built for play

ChicaFUN 3 is not a quiet sightseeing cruise. The boat’s main draw is its collection of water toys and slides, so the day works best when your group wants to get wet, move around, and spend time in the water.

You can use snorkel gear, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and water tubes. The three waterslides give the yacht its party-boat feel, but you are not locked into nonstop activity. You can also sit back with a drink while the boat cruises along the Puerto Vallarta coastline.

That mix matters for a private group. One person may want to slide into the bay, another may prefer a paddle board, and someone else may simply want a cold beer and a view. You do not have to follow the pace of a large shared excursion.

The yacht accommodates groups of up to 15 people. That size makes the $1,940 price easier to understand, but only if you fill much of the boat. At the full capacity, the cost works out to about $129 per person before gratuity and any transportation expenses. For a smaller group of six, the same boat costs about $323 per person. The value changes sharply with group size.

Cruising the Bay of Banderas

The four-hour route centers on the Bay of Banderas, with the exact plan left to your group. You can cruise along the Puerto Vallarta coast and choose how much time to spend moving, swimming, and using the equipment.

This flexibility is more useful than it may sound. A private boat lets you avoid spending the entire outing at a stop that does not suit your group. If the water toys are the priority, you can ask for more swim time. If your group wants to see more of the coast, you can keep cruising.

The crew and captain handle the details, while you decide the general shape of the day. The company describes its captain as highly experienced, and the crew is responsible for delivering the planned route while helping with activities, drinks, and safety.

You should keep your expectations realistic about the four-hour length. This is enough time for a good coastal outing, but it is not a full-day trip to a distant destination. The shorter charter is best for a taste of the bay, a relaxed celebration, or a family afternoon that does not take over the whole day.

If you want to visit the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls, you need the seven-hour option. You cannot visit both destinations in one day. That limitation is worth knowing before you book, especially if one of those places is the main reason you want to get on the water.

Three slides and a full rack of water toys

The slides are the headline attraction for children, teenagers, and adults who still enjoy launching themselves into the sea. They give the boat a playful edge that you will not get from a standard sightseeing vessel.

The rest of the equipment helps spread the fun around. Snorkel gear lets you look below the surface, while paddle boards and kayaks offer a slower way to spend time on the water. Tubes and a water mattress are better for relaxing than racing.

The equipment also makes the boat work for a mixed-age family. A family outing described for ages 10 through 82 included time in the water for everyone, with the slide serving as the main hit. The adults had access to beer and cocktails, while younger family members could focus on the water activities.

Still, you should ask about the day’s exact water conditions and activity plan when you make contact. High winds can change what is practical and safe. The crew has shown a willingness to adjust plans around wind, which is reassuring, but weather can still affect how much use you get from the slides, boards, and kayaks.

The private format helps here. If the crew needs to change the order of activities, you are not trying to keep up with a fixed schedule shared by several unrelated groups.

What comes with the open bar

The drinks package is broad. You can request water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, champagne, piña coladas, margaritas, or other selected drinks. The description refers to brand-name alcohol and an open bar, which makes this more substantial than a basic cooler of beer.

The crew’s hands-on service is one of the better details. During a swim, staff members have taken drinks out to people in the water and helped hold jewelry while people played. Those small acts matter on a boat, where you may not want to leave valuables unattended or climb in and out every few minutes.

You should still drink sensibly. Alcohol, sun, swimming, and moving water can be a poor combination if you race through the bar early in the afternoon. The boat offers plenty of nonalcoholic choices, so you can alternate drinks and stay comfortable.

The food is simple and suited to the setting. You get fresh-made guacamole and ceviche with blue corn chips, along with potato chips. This is snack food, not a formal lunch. It should keep you going during a four-hour charter, but you should not book it expecting a restaurant-style meal.

For a special occasion, the combination works well. Champagne, tequila, cocktails, and a private boat can make a birthday, reunion, or holiday feel distinct without requiring you to plan separate meals and drinks.

How the crew shapes the day

The crew is a major part of this type of outing. You are not just renting equipment and steering yourself around the bay. The captain manages the boat, while the staff helps with drinks, water toys, and the changing conditions.

One crew member singled out in the booking feedback is Sexy Dave, who was praised along with the rest of the team after a Christmas Eve outing. That trip included whale sightings and plenty of time in the water. Whale sightings are not guaranteed, and the four-hour schedule does not promise a dedicated whale-watching trip, but the bay can bring wildlife surprises depending on the season and conditions.

The owner, Gil Drory, is also directly involved with the company and invites people to call for help with meeting points or transportation. That personal contact can be useful if your group has an unusual pickup need or wants affordable luxury transportation to the dock.

The best crew service is not always flashy. Adjusting plans for high winds, helping with jewelry, and bringing a drink to someone in the water show attention to comfort and safety. Those details can make a private charter feel much easier than managing everything on your own.

At the same time, the atmosphere may not suit every group. The boat is designed for fun, drinks, slides, and social energy. If you want a quiet, low-key sail with long stretches of silence, this is probably not the right match.

The value of $1,940 for up to 15 people

The headline price is $1,940 per group, with up to 15 people included. That is expensive for a four-hour activity, but the private format changes the calculation.

At 15 people, the base cost is roughly $129 each. At 10 people, it is about $194 each. At four people, it is about $485 each. Those figures do not include gratuity or transportation to the meeting point, so you should calculate the full amount before committing.

For a large family or friend group, the price covers more than a boat ride. You are paying for a private yacht, captain, crew, open bar, snacks, water equipment, and a flexible plan. You also avoid sharing the boat with strangers and can keep the day centered on your own group.

For a small party, the value is harder to defend unless privacy is the main goal. A shared cruise may cost less, but it will not give you the same control over the route or activities. ChicaFUN 3 makes the most financial sense when the boat is close to full.

The four-hour duration also affects the calculation. You get a focused half-day rather than a full-day charter. That can be a plus if you have dinner plans, young children, or limited time in Puerto Vallarta. If you want a longer outing, the company offers a seven-hour option with a choice of Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls.

Meeting points, transport, and timing

Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You must choose your meeting point before submitting the reservation, so do not leave that decision until the last minute.

If you need a different meeting point or help arranging transportation, you can request assistance through Gil, the owner. Affordable luxury transportation is available by request, but the supplied details do not give a fixed cost.

The activity is available in English and includes a mobile ticket. Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. Since the charter is often reserved about 100 days ahead, I would not wait until the week of your trip if your schedule is fixed or you need a particular date.

The area has access to public transportation, but the information does not specify the exact dock or the best route from your hotel. Confirm the meeting location, arrival time, parking details, and transport cost before you finalize the booking.

Cancellation is flexible up to a point. You receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Inside that 24-hour window, you receive no refund, and changes are not accepted. Weather and wind can affect the plan, so it is sensible to ask how the operator handles a major weather issue before departure.

Who will enjoy ChicaFUN 3 most

I would choose this charter for a group that values privacy and wants the boat itself to be the attraction. It fits families, friend groups, birthday parties, reunions, and adults who want an open bar with active water time.

It is especially good for groups with different energy levels. Some people can use the slides and kayaks, while others enjoy the views and drinks. The crew’s willingness to help with small needs makes the day easier for a family with a wide age range.

The boat is also a strong choice for people who dislike fixed group tours. You can customize your route around the bay instead of following a standard sequence of stops. That said, the description does not promise a particular beach, snorkeling site, or wildlife encounter during the four-hour outing. You should discuss your priorities when booking.

I would think twice if your group is very small, wants a quiet sailing experience, or mainly hopes to visit the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls. Those destinations require the longer seven-hour option, and a small party may find the private price steep.

Should you book this private yacht?

Book ChicaFUN 3 if you can fill most of the 15-person capacity and want a private, active afternoon on the Bay of Banderas. The three slides, water toys, flexible route, broad open bar, and attentive crew create a strong package for a celebration or large family day.

Before paying, confirm the meeting point, transport plan, weather terms, and the exact activities you want. If your group has only a few people, compare the per-person cost with a shared cruise. If the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls is your main target, choose the seven-hour version instead.

For the right group, the value is not just the time on the water. It is having the boat, crew, drinks, snacks, and schedule arranged around you.

FAQ

How long is the ChicaFUN 3 private yacht charter?

The listed private yacht experience lasts about four hours. A separate seven-hour option is available for visits to either the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls.

How many people can join the private charter?

The price is for a private group of up to 15 people. Only your group participates in the activity.

What drinks are included?

The open bar includes water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, champagne, piña coladas, margaritas, and other requested drink options.

What food is included?

You receive fresh-made guacamole and ceviche with blue corn chips, plus potato chips.

Are water activities included?

Yes. Snorkel equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, water tubes, and the yacht’s three waterslides are included.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You must choose a meeting place before submitting your reservation, and transportation assistance can be requested separately.