Private Yacht Charter on ChicaFun 1 Waterslides all inclusive

ChicaFun 1 turns a Puerto Vallarta boat day into a private floating party, complete with waterslides, snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddle boards, and an open bar. You can shape the route around Banderas Bay, stopping at Los Arcos, Yelapa, Colomitos, Majahuitas, or Las Caletas instead of following a fixed group schedule.

I like two things right away: the all-inclusive setup means you are not counting every beer or snack, and a private charter lets your group set the pace. The main caution is travel time to the marina, since one party reported a 40 to 50 minute drive before boarding, and hotel pickup is not included in the listed price.

Key points at a glance

• Private ChicaFun 1 charter: The boat is reserved for your group, with space for up to 15 people.
• Flexible Bay of Banderas route: You can choose among Los Arcos, Yelapa, Colomitos, Majahuitas, and Las Caletas.
• Water play included: Snorkel gear, paddle boards, kayaks, a water mattress, tubes, and waterslides are part of the fun.
• Food and drinks are covered: Expect guacamole, blue corn chips, potato chips, beer, wine, margaritas, piña coladas, champagne, soft drinks, coffee, juices, and water.
• A strong choice for celebrations: The crew has arranged birthday cakes, kept drinks flowing, and even cooked freshly caught fish on board.
• Plan the meeting point carefully: Hotel transfers are not included, but affordable transportation help may be available by request.

Why ChicaFun 1 works for a private group

The best reason to book this charter is control. Instead of joining a boat with strangers and accepting its timetable, you reserve the activity for your own party. That matters if you are celebrating a birthday, bringing children, planning a family outing, or simply want a relaxed day where nobody has to negotiate the music, swimming stops, or lunch hour with another group.

The listed price is $2,490 per group of up to 15 people. At the full group size, that works out to about $166 per person before gratuity. For a smaller group, the per-person cost rises quickly, so this is most attractive when you can fill much of the boat.

The four-hour length is enough for a taste of the southern bay and a few hours of water time, but it is not a full-day expedition. You will need to choose your priorities. Los Arcos plus a swim stop may fit comfortably. Trying to visit every named beach in four hours would leave little time at each one.

This is also a practical party boat. Drinks and snacks are included, and you do not have to keep ordering food from a restaurant or beach vendor. The crew can focus on service while you swim, float, snorkel, or simply sit back and watch the coast pass by.

Leaving Puerto Vallarta for Banderas Bay

The cruise follows Puerto Vallarta’s coastline and the wider Bay of Banderas. The bay gives you a mix of open-water views, jungle-backed beaches, rocky formations, and small coastal settlements. Your exact route is flexible, so the day should be planned around the sea conditions and what your group wants most.

Do not treat the advertised stops as a rigid checklist. They are options for your private route. Ask the crew at the start how much time each choice requires, especially if you want both snorkeling and a beach visit.

A private boat also makes it easier to adjust the mood of the day. A group with children might want more time on the water mattress and tubes. A birthday group may care more about music, drinks, and swimming. A snorkel-focused group should give Los Arcos or Majahuitas priority.

Los Arcos: the best short stop for snorkeling

Los Arcos National Park is one of the most recognizable sights south of Puerto Vallarta. Granite rock formations rise from the sea, with arches and caves that create a dramatic setting for swimming and snorkeling.

This is likely the strongest choice if your group wants scenery and water activity without spending the whole trip traveling farther south. You can explore around the rock formations, float through the arches, and look for marine life below the surface.

The drawback is simple: Los Arcos can be a popular boating area. A private charter gives you more freedom than a shared excursion, but it does not make the national park private. If you want a quieter feel, ask about timing and consider spending part of the trip at a less crowded beach.

Bring realistic expectations about snorkeling. The equipment is included, which is convenient, but the experience depends on water clarity, weather, and sea conditions on the day. Los Arcos is a scenic and worthwhile stop even if the underwater view is not perfect.

Yelapa for a longer beach outing

Yelapa is a coastal village south of Puerto Vallarta, known for its white sand and clear blue water. It is the most village-oriented choice on the route, and it suits a group that wants to spend more time ashore rather than only stopping for a quick swim.

A visit here takes more planning during a four-hour charter. The farther south you go, the more of your available time goes toward cruising. If Yelapa is your priority, tell the crew before departure and keep the rest of the route simple.

Yelapa works well for a group that wants a scenic beach setting and time to play in the water. It is less ideal for anyone hoping to visit several different locations in one short outing. The private format helps, since you can decide that one good beach stop is better than a rushed tour of three.

Colomitos and Majahuitas for small-beach scenery

Colomitos is described as one of Mexico’s smallest beaches, tucked between the Sierra Madre mountains and the sea. Its size is part of the appeal. You get a compact, scenic cove rather than a long developed beach.

The beach can be reached by boat or by a roughly one-and-a-half-hour hike from Boca de Tomatlán through the jungle. Since this charter is by boat, you can enjoy the setting without taking that hike. Still, the small size means Colomitos may not suit a large group that wants lots of room to spread out.

Majahuitas is another strong choice for a beach-and-water day. It is often regarded as one of Puerto Vallarta’s best beaches, and its setting is well suited to swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and paddle boarding.

If your party wants to use the included equipment, Majahuitas may offer the right balance. You can spend time in the water without needing to turn the outing into a long shore visit. Ask the crew which stop makes the most sense on the day, since conditions matter.

Las Caletas for a quiet beach break

Las Caletas is described as a private beach designed for relaxation. It is the natural pick for a group that wants less activity and more time sitting, swimming, and enjoying the scenery.

This is worth keeping in mind if your party includes people with different energy levels. The children or active adults can use the tubes, kayaks, paddle boards, and water mattress, while others can treat the beach and boat as a place to rest.

The word private can be easy to overread. The charter is private for your group, while the beach experience may depend on local access and conditions. Confirm with the crew what is practical for your visit and how much time you will have there.

Waterslides, kayaks, and the all-inclusive bar

ChicaFun 1 is not just a transport boat. The experience is built around getting into the water. Snorkel gear, paddle boards, kayaks, a water mattress, water tubes, and waterslides are included, so your group has several ways to play without paying separate rental fees.

That range is valuable for mixed groups. You can float quietly, paddle along the coast, snorkel near rocky formations, or take a more active turn on the slides. Nobody has to enjoy the same activity at the same time.

The food is simple but useful for a half-day on the water: freshly made guacamole with blue corn chips and potato chips. It is snack food, not a formal meal, so plan your expectations accordingly. If your party needs a substantial lunch, ask what can be arranged before departure.

The drink list is generous. Alcoholic options include margaritas, beer, wine, piña coladas, and champagne. Nonalcoholic choices include water, coffee, juices, sodas, and mineral water. This is one of the clearest ways the package earns its all-inclusive label, especially for a birthday or reunion where repeated drink orders could otherwise add up.

The crew’s service is part of the appeal. On past outings, Luis has led the crew, while Joel has worked as a bartender. One birthday group even had a bartender swim out with drinks, and another group had freshly caught fish cooked on board. Those details are not guaranteed on every departure, but they show the kind of hands-on service the company aims to provide.

Celebrations get special attention

This charter makes sense for birthdays, anniversaries, bachelor or bachelorette groups, and family reunions. The crew has arranged a cake for a 30th birthday, helped children reel in fish, and cooked one of the catches for the group to taste.

That personal touch is more useful than it sounds. A private boat gives the crew room to respond to your plans rather than follow a standard script. If you are celebrating, tell Chica Locca Tours before the day and ask what can be arranged.

A photographer is also available, with souvenir photos sold at check-in or through the photographer on the boat. These are optional purchases, so include them in your budget only if you want a record of the day.

Gratuities are not included. Since the crew handles drinks, equipment, food, and activities, I would plan a tip if the service meets your expectations.

The price, meeting point, and practical tradeoffs

At $2,490 for up to 15 people, the price is easiest to justify with a nearly full group. Twelve people would put the base cost at about $208 each, while six people would pay about $415 each before gratuity. The included drinks, snacks, equipment, and private setting soften the cost, but this is still a premium outing.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You must choose your meeting place before submitting the reservation. The company says it can help with affordable luxury transportation to the meeting point by request, so contact Gil, the owner, if your group needs assistance.

One past group reported a 40 to 50 minute drive to the boat’s location outside Puerto Vallarta. Build that into your day, especially if you have a morning flight, a dinner reservation, or plans immediately after the charter.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. The activity is offered in English, mobile tickets are accepted, and it is a private experience for your group only. Most people can participate, but the supplied information does not give specific details about mobility equipment or boat access, so ask directly if anyone in your party has special needs.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted.

Who should book ChicaFun 1

I would recommend this for a group that values privacy, water activities, and easygoing service more than the lowest possible price. It is especially well suited to a full group of friends or family members who want the boat to themselves and can agree on a short list of priorities.

It is also a good fit for a celebration. The crew has experience with birthday details, drinks, fishing, and onboard food, and the flexible route lets you build the day around the person being celebrated.

I would think twice if your group is small, highly budget-conscious, or wants a long full-day trip. Four hours passes quickly, and the drive to the meeting point may take a noticeable part of your day. You should also choose one or two main stops rather than expecting to see every beach named in the route.

Should you book this Puerto Vallarta charter?

Book it if you can fill most of the 15-person capacity and want a private boat with plenty of included food, drinks, and water equipment. Los Arcos gives you the strongest scenic and snorkeling option, while Majahuitas, Colomitos, Yelapa, and Las Caletas let you shape the day around beaches and swimming.

Before paying, settle three things: your meeting point, your preferred route, and your transportation plan. If those details work, ChicaFun 1 offers a lively and flexible way to experience Banderas Bay without sharing your boat with another group.

FAQ

How much does the private ChicaFun 1 charter cost?

The listed price is $2,490 per group of up to 15 people.

How long is the boat trip?

The experience lasts approximately four hours.

Is the boat private?

Yes. This is a private activity, and only your group participates.

How many people can join?

The listed capacity is up to 15 people per group.

What locations can the boat 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.

Are waterslides included?

The experience is described as a ChicaFun 1 waterslide charter, and waterslides are included among the water activities.

What food and drinks are included?

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

Is hotel transportation included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, but transportation assistance can be requested for the trip to the meeting point.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted.