Private Yacht Charter on ChicaFun 1 Waterslides all inclusive

Puerto Vallarta’s best boat days are often about choosing your own pace, and ChicaFun 1 gives you a private yacht, a flexible route, and a crew focused on keeping the day moving. You can cruise past the coast, swim near Los Arcos, visit a quiet beach, or build the outing around a birthday or family gathering.

I especially like the custom itinerary, since you are not locked into one beach or a fixed parade of stops. I also like the unusually broad all-inclusive setup: snorkel gear, kayaks, paddle boards, floating mats, fresh guacamole, and drinks ranging from coffee and soda to champagne and piña coladas.

The main thing to weigh is the four-hour limit. That is enough for a lively coastal outing, but not enough to spend serious time at every place listed. Also, the boat’s location may require a 40 to 50 minute drive from Puerto Vallarta, depending on where you are staying.

Key things to know before booking

• Private yacht for up to 15 people: Your group gets the boat to itself, which makes this a strong choice for birthdays, families, and small celebrations.
• Your route is flexible: You can choose from Los Arcos, Yelapa, Colomitos, Majahuitas, and Las Caletas, subject to the day’s plan and conditions.
• Food and drinks are included: Expect fresh guacamole with blue corn chips, potato chips, soft drinks, coffee, juices, beer, wine, margaritas, piña coladas, and champagne.
• Water equipment comes with the boat: Snorkels, kayaks, paddle boards, water tubes, and a water mattress are available.
• The crew adds a personal touch: Alex handles marina welcomes, while Luis, Joel, and other crew members have been praised for attentive service and special birthday touches.
• Budget for the full group: The listed price is $2,490 for up to 15 people, before gratuity and any optional transportation.

A private four-hour day on Banderas Bay

ChicaFun 1 is best understood as a private floating base for a short coastal adventure. Rather than boarding a large shared catamaran with a set schedule, you reserve the boat for your own group and decide how to use the time.

The yacht cruises along the Puerto Vallarta coast and around Banderas Bay. The route can be built around swimming, snorkeling, beach time, paddling, sightseeing, or simple relaxation with a cold drink in hand.

That flexibility matters. A family with younger children may want more time on the water mattress and tubes. A group celebrating a birthday may care more about music, drinks, and a swim stop. Strong swimmers may prefer Los Arcos and snorkeling, while a group after a pretty beach may choose Yelapa or Majahuitas.

You will want to choose your meeting place before submitting the reservation. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, but the operator can help arrange affordable luxury transportation to the meeting point if you request it. One practical warning is worth keeping in mind: the boat is not in central Puerto Vallarta, and one group reported a 40 to 50 minute drive to the departure location. That adds time and cost, but it may still be worthwhile for a private charter.

The boat is offered in English, and confirmation arrives within 48 hours, subject to availability. Since this is a private activity, only your own group participates.

What the $2,490 price really gets you

At first glance, $2,490 is a serious price for four hours. The calculation changes if you can fill the boat. Divided among 15 people, the base cost works out to about $166 per person. For a smaller group of six, it is about $415 per person, before gratuity and transportation.

The value here is not just the boat ride. You are also paying for a private captain and crew, a customizable route, drinks, snacks, beach and landing fees, and a full set of water equipment. If your group would otherwise pay separately for transportation, food, drinks, and several activities, the package becomes easier to justify.

I would consider it good value for a group that wants privacy and plans to use the boat actively. If you simply want a short sightseeing cruise and do not care about having the yacht to yourselves, a shared boat may cost less.

The all-inclusive wording covers a lot, but it does not include gratuity, hotel transfers, or souvenir photos. A photographer is available, and photos can be purchased at check-in or from the photographer on the boat. Keep those possible extras in mind when setting your budget.

Los Arcos: the best choice for rock formations and snorkeling

Los Arcos National Park is one of the most recognizable sights south of Puerto Vallarta. Large granite formations rise from the sea, creating arches and caves that give the stop its character.

This is the place to choose if you want the most memorable combination of scenery and water activity. You can float through the arches, explore the caves, and use the included snorkel gear in an area known for marine life above and below the surface.

Los Arcos can be a strong centerpiece for a four-hour charter because it offers several things at once: dramatic rock formations, a chance to swim, and a clear reason to get into the water. I would prioritize it if your group wants active sightseeing rather than a long beach stop.

The tradeoff is time. If you spend a large part of the outing at Los Arcos, you may have less time for Yelapa, Majahuitas, or Las Caletas. Ask the captain to help balance the route instead of trying to force every listed place into one short cruise.

Yelapa: a coastal village with room to play

Yelapa is a charming coastal village south of Puerto Vallarta, known for white sand and clear blue water. It suits groups that want a more traditional beach stop, with time for snorkeling, swimming, and play.

Compared with a rock-focused stop such as Los Arcos, Yelapa offers a softer change of pace. You can use the water equipment, spend time on the beach, and let the day feel less scheduled.

Yelapa is also the kind of place that benefits from time. If you choose it, I would avoid pairing it with too many other stops. A short visit can give you a taste of the beach, but a longer stay makes more sense if your group wants to settle in and enjoy the water.

The practical question is what your group values most. Yelapa is a good match for beach time and easygoing fun. Los Arcos is the sharper choice for scenery and snorkeling.

Colomitos and Majahuitas for a quieter beach day

Colomitos is a very small beach south of Puerto Vallarta, surrounded by the Sierra Madre. It is described as the smallest beach in Mexico, and its appeal comes from that intimate scale and the forested mountains around it.

The beach can be reached by boat or by a roughly one-and-a-half-hour hike from Boca de Tomatlán through jungle trails. Since you are arriving by yacht, you avoid that long walk and can approach from the water.

I would choose Colomitos for a short scenic stop, especially if your group wants a small cove rather than a broad beach. Its limited size also means it may not be the best choice if everyone wants lots of room for games or a long beach setup.

Playa Majahuitas is another major option and is often considered one of Puerto Vallarta’s best beaches. It is a natural pick for swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing away from the city.

Both Colomitos and Majahuitas work well when your group wants the coast to feel less urban. The important thing is to tell the crew what you want from the stop: a swim, a snorkel, a beach break, or simply a scenic cruise past the shore.

Las Caletas for a slower, more relaxed stop

Las Caletas is a private beach designed for relaxation. It is the choice I would put first for a group that wants a calm setting, less activity, and a pleasant place to enjoy the included drinks and snacks.

The boat’s equipment gives you plenty to do, but you do not have to use every item. Some people will want kayaks and paddle boards. Others will be happy with guacamole, a floating mat, and a few hours in the sun.

Las Caletas can also help balance a more active route. Pairing a snorkeling stop with a relaxed beach visit gives the day a better rhythm than spending all four hours rushing from one point to another.

Keep the timing in mind. The experience is approximately four hours, so Las Caletas works best when it is treated as a meaningful stop rather than one quick photo break squeezed between several other destinations.

Food, drinks, and water equipment on ChicaFun 1

The included refreshments are one of the strongest practical features of this charter. You get fresh guacamole with blue corn chips, potato chips, water, mineral water, coffee, juices, and sodas.

The alcohol selection includes margaritas, beer, wine, piña coladas, champagne, and more. That makes the setup useful for celebrations, but it also means you should decide in advance how much of the day you want to spend drinking versus swimming and paddling.

The equipment list is generous for a short private outing. Snorkel gear is included, along with paddle boards, kayaks, a water mattress, and water tubes. You do not need to organize separate rentals for the basic water activities.

The crew’s service can be part of the fun. Joel, identified as a bartender, was praised for swimming out to bring drinks during an ocean stop. That is a playful touch, though you should still tell the crew what your group needs rather than expecting constant attention without asking.

Birthdays, fishing, and family celebrations

ChicaFun 1 makes the most sense when the boat itself is part of the event. A birthday group received a cake for a 30th birthday, and another outing included a birthday celebration with attentive drink service and a crew that kept the atmosphere lively.

Fishing can also become part of the day. On one outing, the crew put fishing lines in the water, the children helped reel in three fish, and one fish was cooked on board for the group to try. That detail suggests the crew may add spontaneous activities when conditions and timing allow, but fishing is not listed as a guaranteed inclusion, so do not book solely for that feature.

The crew names connected with the operation include Alex, who has welcomed groups at the marina, Luis, who has led outings, and Joel, who has handled bar service. Gil, the owner, can help with meeting points and transportation requests.

For families, the private format is a real advantage. You can keep the day focused on your own children and avoid worrying about strangers on the boat. For a rowdy party, the crew has shown it can handle a lively mood, but your group should still discuss expectations before departure.

Wildlife and the chance to see whales

The waters around Banderas Bay can offer wildlife sightings, and one outing included extensive whale watching. The coast, Los Arcos, and the open bay all add visual interest beyond the beaches.

Whale sightings are not guaranteed, so I would treat them as a bonus rather than the main reason to reserve this specific charter. The core value remains the private boat, flexible route, water equipment, and all-inclusive refreshments.

If you hope to see whales, mention that preference when planning the route. The captain can help shape the outing around current conditions and the time available.

Who should book this private charter?

I would recommend ChicaFun 1 most strongly to:

• Groups of up to 15 people that want a boat to themselves
• Families seeking flexible swimming and beach time
• Birthday groups and other celebrations
• Friends who value included drinks and water activities
• People who want to choose between Los Arcos, Yelapa, Colomitos, Majahuitas, and Las Caletas
• Groups willing to arrange their own way to the meeting point

I would think twice if you are traveling alone, as a couple, or with only a few people and do not care about privacy. The per-person cost rises quickly when the boat is not close to full.

I would also reconsider it if your main goal is a full-day visit to Yelapa or several long beach stops. Four hours gives you a lively taste of the bay, not an unhurried tour of every destination.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refundable, and changes in that period are not accepted.

My call: book it for privacy, not for a checklist

I would book ChicaFun 1 when I had a group large enough to share the cost and a clear idea of how we wanted to spend the day. The best plan is to choose one main goal, such as snorkeling at Los Arcos, a beach stop at Majahuitas, or a relaxed celebration at Las Caletas, then let the captain shape the rest.

The strongest features are the private setting, broad drinks and snack package, included water equipment, and crew members who add personal touches for celebrations. The main cautions are the price for small groups, the possible 40 to 50 minute transfer to the boat, and the fact that four hours will not cover every stop at a leisurely pace.

If those limits fit your plans, this is a practical way to turn a birthday, family day, or friends’ outing into a private Puerto Vallarta boat adventure.

FAQ

How much does the private ChicaFun 1 charter cost?

The listed price is $2,490 per group of up to 15 people. Gratuities, hotel pickup and drop-off, and optional souvenir photos are not included.

How long is the boat charter?

The experience lasts approximately four hours.

How many people can join the private charter?

The private boat option is for groups of up to 15 people.

Which destinations can I visit?

You can customize the route around Banderas Bay. Possible stops include Los Arcos National Park, Yelapa, Colomitos, Playa Majahuitas, and Las Caletas.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. Snorkel gear is included, along with paddle boards, kayaks, a water mattress, and water tubes.

What food and drinks are included?

Included refreshments include fresh guacamole with blue corn chips, potato chips, water, mineral water, coffee, juices, and sodas. Alcoholic options include margaritas, beer, wine, piña coladas, champagne, and more.

Is hotel transportation included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You must choose a meeting place before submitting the reservation, and you can request help arranging transportation to the meeting point.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted and are not refundable.