Private Yacht Charter ChicaFUN 5 Waterslides All Inclusive

The big draw here is simple: you get the boat to yourselves, with room for up to 15 people and a crew focused on keeping the day moving. ChicaFUN 5 combines five waterslides with kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, a water tube, drinks, and food, so you can switch from active play to quiet cruising without joining a larger group.

I especially like the custom route around Banderas Bay and the all-inclusive setup, which includes name-brand drinks, fresh guacamole, blue corn chips, and other snacks. The main consideration is the meeting point: hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and you must choose where to meet before submitting your reservation.

Key points to know before booking

• Five waterslides and several water toys: You can use kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, a water mattress, and a tube.
• Private boat for up to 15 people: Your group does not share the yacht with strangers.
• Custom Banderas Bay route: You can work with the crew to decide what kind of day fits your group.
• Open bar with a broad drink list: Options include water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, champagne, piña coladas, and margaritas.
• Fresh food is part of the package: Guacamole with blue corn chips and potato chips are included, with ceviche praised as a highlight by one party.
• A four-hour outing with longer options: Seven-hour tours can visit either the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls, but not both on the same day.

A private yacht day built around your group

ChicaFUN 5 is best understood as a private floating base for a half-day on Banderas Bay. Rather than following one fixed sightseeing route, you can discuss what your group wants to do with the crew and captain.

That flexibility matters. One group might want to spend most of the time on the waterslides and paddle boards. Another might care more about cruising the Puerto Vallarta coastline, stopping for a swim, or finding a quiet beach setting. The supplied details do not promise a specific beach or swimming stop on every four-hour booking, so ask about your preferred route before you pay.

The boat holds up to 15 people, which makes the price easier to understand for families, birthday groups, bachelor parties, and friends traveling together. At $1,940 per group, the maximum group price works out to about $129 per person if all 15 places are filled. A smaller party pays more per person, but you are paying for private use of the boat, crew service, activities, food, and drinks rather than buying a basic seat on a shared cruise.

That distinction is the heart of the value. If your group wants privacy and plans to make full use of the water equipment and open bar, the package can make sense. If you are traveling alone or as a couple and mainly want a short scenic cruise, a shared boat may be a better fit.

Getting onto the water in Puerto Vallarta

The experience includes a mobile ticket, and pickup is offered in the sense that the operator can help arrange a meeting place or affordable luxury transportation. However, hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so do not assume someone will collect you from your accommodation.

You must choose your meeting point before submitting the reservation. This is a small but important planning step. Contact the operator if you need help selecting a location or arranging transportation, and speak with Gil, the owner, about the details.

The tour is offered in English, and confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. It is also near public transportation, which may help if you are not arranging a private transfer.

I would confirm four things before the day arrives:

• The exact meeting point
• The departure time
• The route you want for the four-hour charter
• Whether your preferred water activities will be available during the sailing conditions that day

The operator says most people can participate, but the supplied details do not provide specific information about mobility access, boat boarding, or water conditions. If anyone in your group has a mobility concern, ask before booking.

Cruising the Puerto Vallarta coastline

The standard outing lasts about four hours and includes a cruise along Puerto Vallarta’s coastline and around Banderas Bay. This gives you a mix of open-water views and time for the boat’s activities.

The coastline is not just filler between stops. A private boat lets your group enjoy the bay at its own pace, with the crew handling the practical side while you choose when to sit, swim, paddle, snack, or take a drink. The exact sightseeing route is customizable, so the quality of the day depends partly on how clearly you explain your priorities.

For a short charter, I would avoid trying to force too many separate plans into the schedule. Five waterslides, snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding, food, and a long scenic cruise can fill four hours quickly. A simple plan usually works better: choose one main water activity, one secondary activity, and enough time to enjoy the boat itself.

The crew is a major part of the experience. Names connected with the service include Alex, Angel, Jared, Emiliano, Eloy, Ramses, and Eduardo. The strongest praise centers on attentive service, upbeat energy, and careful attention to safety. Those qualities matter on a boat packed with active equipment, especially when your group includes different ages or different comfort levels in the water.

Five waterslides and a full kit of water toys

The title promises five waterslides, making them the main attraction for many groups. They give ChicaFUN 5 a party-boat feel, but the package is not limited to slides.

You also have access to:

• Snorkeling equipment
• Kayaks
• Paddle boards
• A water mattress
• A water tube

This mix is useful because it lets people choose their own pace. Someone who wants a thrill can use the slides. Someone who prefers a calmer activity can sit on the water mattress, paddle, or stay aboard with a drink. A private charter works particularly well for groups with mixed interests because nobody has to follow one fixed activity schedule.

The available details do not specify the exact slide layout, water depth, or how long each activity runs. Ask the operator if those points matter to your group. You should also pay attention to the crew’s instructions and safety guidance, especially when moving between the boat, floating equipment, and the water.

The water activities are an important part of the value, but they are not the entire experience. The best use of the charter is to balance activity with time spent cruising, eating, and enjoying the scenery. Otherwise, four hours can feel rushed.

Drinks, snacks, and the all-inclusive setup

The open bar includes a wide selection: water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, champagne, piña coladas, and margaritas. You can also request other drink preferences, subject to what the operator can provide.

This is more useful than it may sound. On a private boat, drinks are part of the rhythm of the day. You can have coffee or juice early, switch to water during the active portion, and order a beer, wine, tequila drink, or cocktail later. Because the drinks are included, you do not have to keep track of a growing tab for every person in the group.

Food includes fresh guacamole with blue corn chips and potato chips. Ceviche was also singled out as excellent during one outing, so you may want to ask whether it is available for your date or can be included in your food plan. Do not assume every extra dish is part of the standard package unless the operator confirms it.

The food offering is best treated as snacks rather than a full formal meal. If your group has a large appetite or dietary needs, ask what can be prepared before departure. The supplied information does not give a full menu or list of dietary substitutions.

Choosing a longer trip to Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls

The four-hour charter is the shorter option, but the operator also offers a seven-hour full-day outing. For that longer trip, you can choose either the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls. You cannot visit both in one day.

That limit is practical. The destinations are different kinds of outings, and trying to combine them would leave little time for the water equipment, meals, or relaxed cruising. Make the choice based on the type of day you want rather than trying to collect both places.

The Marietas Islands option may suit you if your priority is a boat-focused day around offshore scenery and water activities. Yelapa Falls may appeal more if you want a destination with a waterfall setting and a change of pace from the open bay. The provided details do not specify which exact sites or stops are included at either destination, so confirm the route and any landing arrangements before booking.

If you only have a morning or afternoon available, the four-hour ChicaFUN 5 charter is the more practical choice. If reaching a specific destination matters more than having a leisurely short cruise, the seven-hour version deserves consideration.

What the crew adds to the day

The strongest part of the service is the crew’s personal attention. Alex and the other named crew members are repeatedly associated with friendly, attentive handling of groups, including a bachelor party and private celebrations.

That matters more on a private yacht than it does on a simple sightseeing boat. Your group may have different requests, from drink preferences to activity choices, and the crew has to keep the day organized without making it feel rigid. Good service also matters when people are moving between slides, boards, kayaks, and the water.

Safety is another point to take seriously. The crew receives praise for keeping safety first while still maintaining a lively mood. I like that balance. A party boat should be fun, but the fun depends on clear instructions and a crew that is paying attention.

The service can also be tailored beyond the name ChicaFUN 5. A sunset cruise, a private beach outing, a celebration, or an active afternoon can all fit the private charter format. Tell the operator what your group actually wants instead of assuming the boat follows one unchangeable party plan.

Is $1,940 a fair price?

At first glance, $1,940 is a large amount. For 15 people, though, it comes to roughly $129 per person. That includes the yacht, captain and crew, water equipment, open bar, snacks, landing and facility fees, and a private setting.

The value improves if your group is close to the 15-person limit and intends to use the activities. It is also easier to justify for a special occasion, when sharing a boat with strangers would take away from the point of the day.

The value is weaker for a small group that mainly wants a scenic ride. Four hours passes quickly, and you could be paying for equipment and drinks that you barely use. Ask for the exact cost of any transportation, special food, or requested additions before you finalize the plan.

Tips are not included, but gratuities are optional. Souvenir photos are also extra and can be purchased at check-in or on the boat.

Who should book ChicaFUN 5?

I would recommend this charter for a group that wants a private, active, social day on the water. It fits:

• Bachelor and bachelorette parties
• Families or friend groups who want their own boat
• Birthday and celebration groups
• People who want an open bar and water activities in one package
• Groups with mixed interests, since some people can play while others relax

I would be more cautious if you want a quiet, highly structured sightseeing tour or a guaranteed visit to one particular destination during the four-hour version. The route is customizable, which is a strength, but it also means you need to discuss the plan ahead of time.

Book at least a few weeks ahead if your dates are fixed. This experience averages 74 days of advance booking, which suggests popular dates can fill well before arrival.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted or refunded, based on local time.

FAQ

How long is the ChicaFUN 5 yacht charter?

The listed charter lasts approximately four hours. A seven-hour full-day option is also available for groups choosing the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls.

How many people can join the private boat?

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

What activities are included?

The package includes five waterslides, snorkeling equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and a water tube.

What drinks and food are included?

The open bar includes water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, champagne, piña coladas, and margaritas. Snacks include fresh guacamole with blue corn chips and potato chips.

Is hotel transportation included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You must choose a meeting point before submitting the reservation, and you can ask Gil, the owner, about transportation assistance.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted.

Should you book ChicaFUN 5?

Book it if you have a group large enough to share the cost and want privacy, water toys, drinks, and a flexible route in one package. The crew’s attentive service, strong safety focus, fresh snacks, and willingness to shape the outing are the best reasons to choose it.

Before paying, settle the meeting point, ask about your preferred route, and confirm any food or drink requests. If you do that planning in advance, ChicaFUN 5 gives you a lively and flexible way to spend four hours on Banderas Bay without sharing your boat with strangers.