Luxury Mega Yacht 100′ Limousine of the Sea 2: Puerto Vallarta

The best part of this Puerto Vallarta charter is the freedom to shape the day. You can point the 100-foot Limousine of the Sea 2 toward Marietas Islands, Yelapa, Los Arcos, or a private beach outing at Playa Chica Locca, rather than follow a fixed sightseeing script. I like the built-in variety: you can swim, snorkel, paddle, eat, or simply enjoy the Bay of Banderas from the deck.

I also like that the price covers a generous spread of food, drinks, and water gear for a private group of up to 15. The main thing to consider is the atmosphere. This operator can run a lively, music-heavy day, so it is worth discussing your preferred pace and meeting point before you pay.

Key points at a glance

• Choose your route: Visit Marietas Islands, Yelapa, Los Arcos, or Playa Chica Locca, depending on your group’s interests and available time.
• Private yacht for up to 15: Your group has the boat to itself, which works well for birthdays, wedding events, reunions, and family outings.
• Food and drinks included: Expect ceviche, guacamole, blue corn chips, fresh fruit and pastries on morning tours, plus a wide selection of drinks.
• Water toys supplied: Snorkeling gear, paddle boards, a kayak, water mattress, and water tube are included.
• Wildlife season: Humpback whales visit from December through April. Dolphins, turtles, and rays may also appear.
• Plan the details early: Choose your meeting place before submitting the reservation, and ask about transportation if you need help reaching the pier.

A private yacht day with several possible personalities

This is not one tightly scripted excursion. It is a private boat charter built around your group’s wishes, which makes it quite different from a standard Puerto Vallarta cruise.

The Bay of Banderas gives you plenty of possible directions. Marietas Islands bring protected marine scenery and the chance to use the water gear. Yelapa offers a remote boat-access town and a change from the resort side of Puerto Vallarta. Los Arcos is the natural choice if your group wants a shorter run toward a famous marine park and time in the water.

Playa Chica Locca is the more packaged option. The day there can include food, drinks, and a waterfall hike, with swimming and water activities back at the boat. If your group wants a little of everything, this plan may be the easiest choice. If you want quiet sightseeing, ask for a calmer route and a lower music level.

The listed duration is about four hours, but some versions of the experience, especially beach and waterfall plans, can run much longer. One account describes a 7.5-hour day. Confirm the exact schedule, route, and return time before booking, especially if you have dinner plans or a flight later that day.

What the 100-foot yacht means for your group

The boat’s size gives you room to spread out and makes the outing feel like a private event rather than a simple transfer to a beach. You can move between the water, the deck, and the food and drink service without having to share the trip with strangers.

That privacy matters most for groups with a clear reason to celebrate. The boat has been used for wedding meet-and-greets, birthday-style gatherings, and private music cruises. It also suits a family or friend group that wants to control the pace instead of being tied to a public tour’s timetable.

The group limit is up to 15 people for this charter. That is large enough for a close-knit celebration but small enough for everyone to take part in the same conversation and activities. If you have a much larger gathering, do not assume this particular booking covers it. Ask Chica Locca Tours what boat and arrangement would apply.

The yacht experience can be social and energetic. Music may be part of the day, and the company’s style often leans toward a party atmosphere. That is good news if your group wants dancing, drinks, and a festive boat ride. It is less ideal if you picture a quiet yacht cruise with only the sound of the water.

Choosing between Marietas, Yelapa, Los Arcos, and Playa Chica Locca

Marietas Islands

Marietas Islands are part of a National Marine Park and are one of the strongest choices for a group interested in marine scenery and water time. The exact activities and access depend on conditions and the day’s plan, but the included snorkeling equipment and paddle boards give you ways to enjoy the stop beyond simply looking at the islands.

This choice makes sense for an active group that wants the boat to function as a base for swimming and exploring. Pack sun protection and a dry change of clothes. The boat provides gear, but you will still want personal items that help you stay comfortable between activities.

Yelapa

Yelapa is a remote town reached by boat, and its isolation is part of its appeal. You get a change of setting from Puerto Vallarta’s developed waterfront and a chance to see a smaller coastal community.

The trip can also include a waterfall hike, depending on the route you arrange. One account singled out the hike as a favorite part of the day, along with the clean boat and ocean views. If you choose this plan, wear shoes suited to a walk and expect the day to involve more than sitting on the yacht.

Los Arcos Marine Park

Los Arcos is a practical choice if your group wants marine scenery and water activities without making the outing about a remote town. The rock formations and protected marine setting provide a natural backdrop for snorkeling and swimming.

Because this is a private charter, you can ask how much time will be spent at Los Arcos and how it fits with food, drinks, and other stops. Four hours passes quickly once you add cruising, anchoring, swimming, and eating.

Playa Chica Locca

Playa Chica Locca is the most all-inclusive sounding option in the program. A day here can include food, drinks, and a waterfall hike, along with the boat’s water toys and paddle boards.

This is the right pick if your group wants a simple structure with plenty built in. It is also the option most likely to become a full-day outing, so confirm the length. The beach may be shared with other people, and the size and sound of the yacht can affect the atmosphere around the shore. If you want to be considerate of other beach users, ask the crew about anchoring and music levels.

Food, drinks, and the practical value of the package

The food service is more substantial than a basic boat snack. The standard offering includes fresh-made ceviche, guacamole, and blue corn chips. Morning tours add fresh seasonal fruit, pastries, coffee, and juices.

The drink list is broad. You can expect water, coffee, juices, sodas, and mineral water, along with alcoholic choices such as margaritas, beer, wine, piña coladas, and champagne. The description also says the crew can accommodate whatever you choose to drink, but it is still sensible to confirm special requests before departure.

For a private group, this included catering can make the price easier to understand. You are not paying only for transportation. You are paying for the yacht, crew, guide, landing and facility fees, food, drinks, and water equipment.

The price is $6,455 per group of up to 15. At full capacity, that works out to roughly $430 per person before any tip or optional transportation. That is a serious amount of money, but the per-person cost becomes more reasonable for a celebration where you would otherwise pay separately for a private boat, drinks, meals, and activities.

The value is weaker if only a few people are using the yacht. A group of four would be paying more than $1,600 per person, making this a special-occasion splurge rather than a routine half-day activity. Fill the boat with people who will actually enjoy the route, food, water toys, and social setting.

Water activities and wildlife on the bay

The charter includes snorkeling equipment, paddle boards, a kayak, a water mattress, and a water tube. That gives your group several ways to use the boat, even if some people do not want to snorkel.

You can split the day naturally. Some people can take the paddle boards or kayak while others stay on the boat with a drink. The water mattress and tube are better for relaxed play than serious exploration. The gear makes the charter especially useful for mixed groups with different energy levels.

Wildlife is another reason to consider the timing. Humpback whale season runs from December through April. Whales are not guaranteed, but the season gives you a better chance of seeing them in the bay. Dolphins, turtles, and rays are also common sightings, though nature does not follow the itinerary.

Do not book this only for a promised animal encounter. Treat wildlife as a possible bonus. The route, conditions, and time of year will shape what you see.

The crew, guide, and tone of the day

The experience includes a licensed guide, and the crew has been praised for attentive service. One crew member specifically noted in the trip accounts is Ricky, who helped make a waterfall outing more enjoyable. Another recurring name is Baby David, associated with the boat crew.

The owner, Gil Drory, is also directly involved in arranging details. That can be useful for a private charter, since your questions about meeting points, transportation, food, music, and the route may need a more personal answer than a standard online booking provides.

Service appears to be a major strength. The crew has helped arrange transportation to the pier for large groups, and the boat is described as spotless. Safety also receives attention. During a lively cruise, a crew member watched the front area while people danced near the railing. That is the sort of quiet supervision you want on a large boat where people are moving around, drinking, and using the deck.

The tone is not formal luxury in the silent, white-glove sense. It is closer to friendly, high-service yacht hosting with room for music and fun. Tell the operator what kind of day you want. A private charter gives you more ability to shape the atmosphere, but only if you make your preferences clear.

Music, beach etiquette, and the main drawback

The biggest caution is sound. A loud, continuous soundtrack may suit a group celebrating together, but it can wear thin during a long outing. One account praised the waterfall and water sports but found seven and a half hours of loud music too much, especially with no quiet area.

There has also been concern about the yacht’s presence at a small beach, where its size and music affected people already there. The operator says the boat follows maritime and environmental rules and does not dump trash. Still, the practical point for you is simple: ask where the boat will anchor, how music is handled near shore, and if there will be quieter periods.

This is especially important for mixed-age groups. If half your party wants to dance and the other half wants to read, swim, or enjoy the view in peace, agree on expectations before booking. You might request lower music during cruising and meals, with louder music reserved for a short party period.

That conversation can make the difference between a fun private yacht day and an exhausting one.

Meeting points, transportation, and booking details

You must choose your meeting place before submitting the reservation. Ground transportation to the check-in location is not included, though the operator can discuss affordable luxury transportation if you need help.

This is worth sorting out early. A private boat charter can feel expensive enough without adding a last-minute transfer problem for 10 or 15 people. Ask for the exact pier or check-in location, pickup options, parking information if relevant, and the expected return point.

Confirmation arrives within 48 hours, subject to availability. The experience is offered in English, and service animals are allowed. It is near public transportation, and the activity is described as suitable for most people, but water activities and a possible waterfall hike require you to judge your own comfort and fitness.

The booking is non-refundable and cannot be changed for personal reasons. If poor weather causes the operator to cancel, you will be offered another date or a full refund. Because of the strict cancellation rule, confirm your group size, date, meeting place, route, and preferred atmosphere before you commit.

Who should book the Limousine of the Sea 2

I would recommend this charter for a group that values privacy more than a low price. It is particularly well suited to:

• Wedding weekend meet-and-greets
• Birthday and anniversary celebrations
• Friend groups that want music and drinks
• Families who want their own boat and flexible activities
• Small corporate or reunion groups
• Active groups interested in snorkeling, paddle boards, and a waterfall hike

I would be more cautious if your top priority is silence, a fixed four-hour schedule, or a low-cost introduction to Puerto Vallarta. A standard shared boat may fit better. You should also think twice if your group has no interest in water activities or a social atmosphere, since much of the value comes from using the yacht as a private base for play and celebration.

Should you book this private Puerto Vallarta yacht?

Book it if you can fill most of the 15-person capacity and want the boat itself to be part of the celebration. The included food, drinks, guide, water toys, and private setting give the price real value for a full group, especially for a wedding event or milestone gathering.

Before paying, settle three points with Gil or the Chica Locca Tours team: your meeting place, your exact route and duration, and your music preference. If you want Marietas or Los Arcos, ask how much water time is planned. If you want Yelapa or Playa Chica Locca, confirm whether the outing becomes a longer beach and waterfall day.

With those details clear, this can be a polished, flexible day on the Bay of Banderas. Just make sure your idea of luxury includes a lively crew and the possibility of loud music, not only quiet views and champagne.

FAQ

How long is the Limousine of the Sea 2 charter?

The listed duration is approximately four hours. Some beach and waterfall versions can last much longer, so confirm the exact length and return time before booking.

How many people can join the private yacht charter?

The private charter accommodates up to 15 people, and only your group participates.

What destinations can the yacht visit?

You can request Marietas Islands, Yelapa, Los Arcos Marine Park, or Playa Chica Locca, depending on the plan arranged for your group.

What food and drinks are included?

Included food includes fresh-made ceviche, guacamole, and blue corn chips. Morning tours also include seasonal fruit, pastries, coffee, and juices. Drinks include water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, margaritas, beer, wine, piña coladas, and champagne.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

Yes. The charter includes snorkeling gear, paddle boards, a kayak, a water mattress, and a water tube.

Can I arrange pickup or transportation to the boat?

Pickup may be offered, but ground transportation to the check-in location is not included in the standard package. You can ask Gil, the owner, about a different meeting point or affordable luxury transportation.