Private Yacht Charter Chica Fun 6 waterslides in Puerto Vallarta

The best part of Chica Locca’s private yacht charter is the freedom to make the day fit your group. You can cruise Puerto Vallarta’s coast, stop for water activities, and choose a relaxed party atmosphere or a family birthday outing. The boat also features six waterslides, plus kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, and a water tube.

I like the fact that the price covers your whole group of up to 15, not just one seat. I also like the unusually broad open bar, which includes soft drinks, beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, champagne, coffee, juices, and water. The main drawback is that the advertised charter lasts about four hours, so a more ambitious plan may require a longer booking.

Key points to know before booking

• Six waterslides add a playful edge: This is more than a quiet sightseeing cruise, especially for groups who want time in the water.
• Private space for up to 15 people: You share the boat only with your own group, which works well for birthdays, family outings, and reunions.
• The Bay of Banderas route is flexible: You can ask the crew to shape the cruise around the Puerto Vallarta coast and other bay stops.
• The all-inclusive setup is generous: Water toys, snorkel equipment, snacks, landing fees, and a brand-name open bar are included.
• The crew is part of the appeal: Alex received special praise as a guide, while Isaiah and Noah helped make a family birthday outing feel personal.
• Longer destinations need more time: A seven-hour day can include either the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls, but not both on the same day.

What the four-hour Chica Fun charter feels like

This is a private boat day built around choice rather than a fixed sightseeing script. You begin in Puerto Vallarta, then cruise along the coast and around the Bay of Banderas while the crew handles the drinks, equipment, snacks, and practical details.

The four-hour duration is a useful middle ground. It gives you enough time to get out on the water, use the toys, stop for swimming or snorkeling, and enjoy the views without giving up an entire day. For families or groups with mixed energy levels, that shorter format can be easier than committing to a full-day cruise.

You should think of the experience as a floating activity base. The appeal is not only seeing the coast from the boat. It is having a private place where your group can use water slides, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and a water tube at its own pace.

The exact order of activities depends on what you ask for and what the captain recommends. The available information does not promise a fixed route or a specific number of swimming stops, so you should discuss your priorities before departure.

Cruising Puerto Vallarta and the Bay of Banderas

The first part of the experience takes place around Puerto Vallarta and the broad Bay of Banderas. From the water, you get a different view of the coast than you would from a hotel, restaurant, or city street.

The private format matters here. You are not being fitted into the schedule of a large shared group. If your party wants more time with the paddle boards, less time at a stop, or a livelier music-and-drinks session on board, you can raise those preferences with the crew.

The crew includes a captain with extensive experience, and the company says it can help plan a customized route. That makes the charter a good choice if your group has a clear idea of the day you want, but it also means you should not arrive expecting every detail to be automatic.

Ask about your meeting point before you submit the reservation. This is specifically required, and it can prevent a last-minute scramble. Pickup can be discussed, but hotel pickup and drop-off are not included in the stated price. Affordable luxury transportation to the meeting point may be arranged by request.

Six waterslides and a full kit of water toys

The six waterslides are the feature that gives Chica Fun its name and its strongest family appeal. They make the boat feel more like a private water-play platform than a simple sightseeing vessel.

You also have access to snorkeling equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and a water tube. That range is valuable because not everyone in a group wants the same sort of activity. One person can paddle, another can snorkel, and someone else can stay on board with a drink and snacks.

The available details do not specify the exact slide design, height, or age restrictions. If you are booking for young children, ask the operator about safe use, supervision, and suitability before you go. The same advice applies to anyone in your group who is not comfortable in open water.

Snorkeling can add a quieter change of pace to the day. One family outing had the unusual pleasure of seeing a spotted eagle ray while in the water. That sighting was not guaranteed, of course, but it shows why bringing the snorkel equipment can be worthwhile even if the slides are your main reason for booking.

The open bar and snacks: what all-inclusive means here

The food and drink setup is one of the strongest practical features. Included drinks range from water, coffee, juices, sodas, and mineral water to beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, champagne, and other requested choices.

That is more useful than a narrow beer-and-soda package. You can keep the day simple with water and soft drinks, or make it feel like a celebration with cocktails and sparkling wine. Since this is a private charter, the bar is suited to your group rather than a general crowd.

Fresh-made guacamole with blue corn chips and potato chips is included. These are snacks, not a full lunch, so plan your expectations accordingly. A fajita lunch is available as an optional addition, and one family specifically found it outstanding. The supplied details do not give the extra price or confirm its availability on every departure, so ask about it when arranging the charter.

The open bar can make the price feel better for a group that would otherwise spend heavily on separate drinks. It is less important for a group that does not drink alcohol or plans to spend most of the time in the water. Either way, the inclusion of coffee, juices, soft drinks, and water keeps the package useful for non-drinkers and children.

How the private group size changes the value

The listed price is $1,940 per group, with up to 15 people included. At full capacity, that works out to about $129 per person before gratuity. A group of 10 would pay about $194 per person, while a smaller party pays more per head.

That calculation helps explain who gets the best value. A full family group, wedding party, birthday gathering, or reunion can spread the cost across many people while keeping the boat private. A small couple or trio would be paying for space they do not need and may find a shared cruise more economical.

Still, price per person is not the whole story. The package includes activities, equipment, drinks, snacks, landing and facility fees, and a captain and crew for your private outing. You are also paying for control over the group setting, which can matter more than a small price difference when celebrating a special occasion.

Gratuities are not included. You can tip if you feel the crew earned it, especially if they help with children, organize the water equipment, or make a birthday or family event run smoothly.

The crew and the celebration factor

The human side of this outing receives strong praise. Alex was singled out as an excellent guide, and Isaiah and Noah were part of a crew that helped celebrate a sister’s 65th birthday. They danced with her, spent time with the children, and helped turn a boat trip into a family event.

That detail is useful if you are booking for a milestone. The crew seems comfortable with a festive group, but the boat can also work for people who prefer a calmer day. You should tell the operator what kind of atmosphere you want when you reserve.

A professional photographer was also on board during one outing. A picture package was available for an additional charge and was considered worth the extra spend by that group. It is not included in the charter price, so ask about the photographer and package before deciding.

The owner, Gil Drory, handles requests and can help with meeting points or transportation arrangements. For a customized private tour, direct communication matters. Give the company your group size, ages, celebration plans, preferred activities, and any transportation needs before the day.

Choosing between a short cruise and a seven-hour day

The experience described here lasts about four hours, but Chica Locca also offers a seven-hour full-day option. That longer format can be planned around either the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls.

You cannot visit both destinations on the same seven-hour day. That is an important planning point. Marietas Islands and Yelapa Falls are separate choices, not two stops that fit comfortably into one extended outing.

For a four-hour booking, staying around Puerto Vallarta and the Bay of Banderas makes more sense. You have less time in transit and more time for the boat’s water activities. If your main goal is the six waterslides, paddle boards, swimming, drinks, and a private party setting, the shorter charter may be the better match.

Choose the seven-hour option if a specific destination matters more than maximizing time with the onboard toys. You should confirm the duration, route, and price for that longer plan before booking, since the supplied price applies to the private charter described here and may not cover every custom arrangement.

Who will enjoy this charter most

I would put this near the top of the list for a group that wants its own boat and does not want to follow a shared-tour schedule. The format suits birthday groups, families, reunions, and friends who want a day that can shift between activity and relaxation.

Families may especially like the mix of slides, kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, and snacks. One family outing included several children, and the crew made a point of treating them kindly. You should still ask about age and safety rules for the waterslides, since those details are not provided.

The charter also works for adults who want an open bar and a festive setting. The drinks list is unusually broad, and the option to add a fajita lunch can make the day feel more complete.

This is less suited to anyone seeking a tightly structured history tour or a guaranteed visit to a famous destination during the four-hour booking. The charter is focused on the coast, time on the water, activities, and your group’s own plan.

Practical details worth handling early

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. The tour is booked an average of 38 days ahead, so I would not wait until the last minute if your dates are fixed or your group is large.

You must choose a meeting place before submitting the reservation. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, although you can request help with transportation to the meeting point.

The activity is offered in English. Service animals are allowed, public transportation is nearby, and most people can take part. Since this is a boat day with water activities, you should still tell the operator about any mobility, medical, or participation concerns before booking.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that 24-hour window, cancellations and changes are not accepted for a refund. The outing also depends on good weather. If poor weather causes cancellation, you can choose a different date or receive a full refund.

Should you book Chica Fun?

Book it if you have a group large enough to share the $1,940 cost and want a private, activity-filled day rather than a basic harbor cruise. The strongest reasons are the six waterslides, wide selection of water toys, open bar, flexible route, and crew members such as Alex, Isaiah, and Noah who appear well suited to family celebrations.

Before paying, settle three points: your meeting place, the exact route, and whether you want the optional fajita lunch or photography package. If you want Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls, ask about the seven-hour version instead of assuming the four-hour charter can include them.

For a full group of up to 15, this can be a strong value. For only a few people, the price is harder to justify. Choose it for private time, playful water activities, and a celebration-friendly crew, not for a formal sightseeing program.

FAQ

How much does the private yacht charter cost?

The listed price is $1,940 per group for up to 15 people.

How long does the charter last?

The charter lasts approximately four hours. A separate seven-hour full-day option is available for custom plans.

How many people can join the private boat?

Up to 15 people can participate, and only your group takes part in the private activity.

What is included in the price?

The package includes activities, snorkel equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, a water tube, landing and facility fees, snacks, and an open bar with alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks.

Are hotel pickup and drop-off included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, but you can request help arranging transportation to the meeting point.

What destinations can be included on a seven-hour tour?

You can choose either the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls. Both destinations cannot be visited on the same day.

Is lunch included?

Fresh guacamole with blue corn chips and potato chips is included. A fajita lunch is available as an optional addition, but it is not part of the standard inclusions.

Is gratuity included?

No. Gratuity is optional and is not included in the listed price.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you can select another date or receive a full refund. You can also cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.