Private Luxury Yacht Chica 55′ VIP All Inclusive + Jet Ski

The bay is your playground. This private Chica 55 yacht trip gives your group a polished four-hour outing around Puerto Vallarta, with a captain and crew, an open bar, fresh ceviche and guacamole, plus water gear ranging from kayaks to a jet ski. I especially like the private format, since your group controls the feel of the day, and the all-inclusive drinks and activities, which remove much of the usual nickel-and-diming on a boat trip.

The main thing to consider is the price: $3,275 per group, up to 15 people, is a serious spend for four hours. It can make good sense for a large family or celebration, but a small group may find the per-person cost harder to justify. You also need to choose your meeting point before finalizing the reservation.

Chica 55 at a glance

• Private yacht for up to 15 guests: The boat is designed for groups up to 20, but the listed booking price covers up to 15 people.
• Four hours on Banderas Bay: You can plan a custom route rather than follow a rigid sightseeing schedule.
• Open bar included: Drinks range from water, coffee, juices, and sodas to beer, wine, tequila, cocktails, and Champagne.
• Fresh food on board: The crew serves ceviche, guacamole, blue corn chips, and potato chips.
• Jet ski and water gear included: You can use the supervised jet ski, snorkel equipment, kayaks, paddleboards, a water mattress, and a tube.
• Los Arcos is a leading option: The rock formations south of Puerto Vallarta offer caves, arches, wildlife, and one of the bay’s best-known snorkeling areas.

A private boat day instead of a fixed tour

The Chica 55 is most appealing when you want your own boat day, not a seat on a standard group cruise. Your group has the yacht to itself, and the route can be planned around the places you want to see in Bahia de Banderas.

That flexibility matters. A family with children may care more about swimming and the jet ski than a long coastal cruise. A birthday group may want time for drinks, music, and food on board. A group interested in scenery can spend more time moving along the Puerto Vallarta coast and taking in the bay from the water.

The listed duration is about four hours. That is long enough to create a full half-day outing, but short enough to fit around other plans in Puerto Vallarta. You should still think carefully about how much you want to pack into the trip. Los Arcos, snorkeling, a jet ski session, paddleboards, food, and a custom cruise can fill four hours quickly.

The yacht is designed for up to 20 people, while the advertised group price covers up to 15. That makes this a particularly interesting choice for a sizable private group. At the full price divided among 15 people, the cost is about $218 per person before gratuity. At 10 people, it is about $328 each, and at five people, roughly $655 each. The more people in your group, the stronger the value becomes.

Cruising Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay

The basic plan is simple: leave the meeting point, cruise along the Puerto Vallarta coastline, and make your way around part of Banderas Bay according to your group’s interests. You are not locked into one fixed list of stops.

From the water, Puerto Vallarta gives you a different view of the city and coast. The point of this trip is not just transportation to one attraction. It is the feeling of having a private base on the water, with drinks, snacks, and water equipment ready when you want a break from cruising.

The crew and captain are an important part of that setup. Chica Locca Tours describes its captain as highly experienced, and the crew handles the practical side of the day while you enjoy the boat. A published account of the experience praised the crew for keeping the group entertained and safe, as well as for helping with whale watching. Whale watching is not presented as a guaranteed part of every itinerary, so treat it as a possible bonus rather than the main reason to book.

The custom route is a strength, but it also means you should communicate clearly before departure. If Los Arcos is your priority, say so. If you want more time for the jet ski, snorkeling, or paddleboards, mention that as well. Your meeting place must be selected before you submit the reservation, and you can contact Gil, the owner, if you need help with another meeting point or affordable transportation.

Los Arcos, caves, arches, and snorkeling

Los Arcos National Park is the most clearly defined sightseeing option connected with this trip. Located south of Puerto Vallarta, Los Arcos consists of large rock formations rising from the sea. The formations create caves and natural arches, with wildlife both above and below the water.

This is the place to choose if you want the day to include scenery and snorkeling, not just open-water cruising. You can float near the arches, explore the water around the rock formations, and use the included snorkel equipment. The setting gives the stop a strong sense of place because it is tied to one of the best-known coastal sights in the Puerto Vallarta area.

There is a practical tradeoff. Los Arcos is only one possible part of a customized route, and the tour lasts about four hours. If you spend a large part of the outing getting to the park and back, you may have less time for the jet ski and other water toys. Ask the crew to help shape the timing around your top priorities.

The water activities also depend on conditions and supervision. The jet ski is described as having supervised unlimited use, which is useful for groups that want repeated turns rather than one quick ride. The information provided does not state age rules or operating requirements, so ask the provider directly if that matters for your group.

An open bar with fresh snacks

The food and drink plan is one of the clearest advantages of this yacht trip. The open bar includes basic nonalcoholic drinks along with beer, wine, tequila, cocktails, margaritas, piña coladas, and Champagne. You can also request water, coffee, juices, sodas, and mineral water.

That range works well for mixed groups. One person can stick with soft drinks while another orders a margarita or beer. A private open bar also makes the boat feel more like a relaxed gathering than a sightseeing transfer.

Food is kept casual and suited to a day on the water. Fresh ceviche comes with guacamole, blue corn chips, and potato chips. This is not a formal meal, so I would not book the trip expecting a full lunch. It is better understood as fresh, filling boat food that keeps the group going between swims and rides.

The strongest practical point is that the food and drinks are included in the group price. You do not need to keep cash ready for each round or wonder how much a snack will add. Gratuities are optional and not included, so budget for a tip if the crew gives you the attentive service described in the experience details.

Jet ski, snorkeling, kayaks, and paddleboards

The Chica 55 includes a broad mix of water activities. Along with the supervised jet ski, you have snorkel equipment, kayaks, paddleboards, a water mattress, and a water tube.

This variety is valuable because groups rarely want the same thing at the same time. One person can snorkel while another uses a paddleboard. Someone who prefers not to get in the water can stay aboard with a drink and watch the activity. The tube and water mattress offer a slower option for people who want to float rather than work at paddling.

The jet ski is the biggest draw for many groups. Its supervised, unlimited use suggests that guests can take turns throughout the outing instead of treating it as a single short add-on. Since the provided information does not spell out the exact operating rules, confirm any restrictions before booking if your group includes younger participants.

You should also be realistic about the four-hour time limit. The activities are included, but you cannot use all of them at length and still expect a leisurely cruise to Los Arcos. I would choose two or three priorities before leaving the dock. That simple plan helps prevent the day from becoming a rushed attempt to try every toy.

What the $3,275 price really buys

At $3,275 per group, this is not a budget boat ride. The price includes the private yacht, crew, captain, open bar, snacks, water equipment, jet ski use, landing fees, and facility fees. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and souvenir photos cost extra.

For 15 people, the arithmetic works in the tour’s favor. A large group receives a private boat, food, drinks, and several activities for about $218 per person before gratuity. For a couple or a small family, the same fixed cost feels much heavier.

I see the value in three areas. First, you get privacy, which can matter a great deal for a birthday, reunion, or family day. Second, the open bar and equipment package cover expenses that can quickly add up on a custom charter. Third, you can shape the route instead of accepting a standard schedule.

I would compare this with the cost of separate boat rental, food, drinks, water equipment, and transportation before deciding. If your group mainly wants a short ride and a look at the coast, a less expensive shared cruise may be enough. If you want a private day with a full service crew and lots of activity choices, the Chica 55 makes a stronger case.

Meeting points, confirmation, and cancellation

Pickup is offered in the sense that the provider can help arrange a meeting point or transportation, but hotel pickup and drop-off are not included in the standard package. The meeting location is important, and you must choose it before submitting the reservation.

If you need a different meeting place or help finding affordable luxury transportation, the provider asks you to contact Gil, the owner. The tour is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. It is also near public transportation.

Confirmation arrives within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. The tour is private, so only your group participates. Most people can take part, though the available information does not give detailed accessibility rules or specific requirements for the water activities.

Cancellation is flexible if you act early. You can receive a full refund by canceling at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund.

Who will enjoy this yacht most

I would recommend the Chica 55 to a group that values privacy and wants a lot packed into one outing. It fits families, birthday groups, wedding parties, reunions, and friends who want a private base for swimming, drinks, and coastal sightseeing.

It is also a good match for a group with different energy levels. Active people have the jet ski, snorkeling, kayaks, paddleboards, and tube. Anyone who wants a quiet ride can stay aboard, enjoy the snacks, and watch the bay.

I would be more cautious for a very small group on a tight budget. The fixed price is easier to justify when divided among many people. I would also think twice if your main goal is a long, focused whale-watching trip, since the experience is built around a custom private boat day and does not promise whale sightings.

The high rating of 4.9 from 35 ratings and a 100 percent recommendation rate support the impression of a well-run experience. The most useful praise focuses on the crew, safety, entertainment, food, drinks, and whale-watching support. Those are the parts that can make or break a private charter, so they deserve more weight than the simple promise of a luxury yacht.

Should you book the Chica 55?

Book it if you can fill much of the boat and want a private, flexible day with drinks, fresh snacks, a jet ski, and several ways to get in the water. Make Los Arcos a priority if caves, rock arches, wildlife, and snorkeling are high on your list.

Skip it if your group is small, cost-sensitive, or interested in only one narrow activity. Before paying, settle the meeting point, tell the provider your top two or three activities, and confirm any questions about jet ski use. For the right group, the Chica 55 is less about checking off sights and more about having your own well-stocked day on Banderas Bay.

FAQ

How much does the private Chica 55 yacht tour cost?

The price is $3,275 per group, with the booking covering up to 15 people.

How long is the yacht experience?

The experience lasts approximately four hours.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private boat activity.

How many people can the yacht accommodate?

The yacht is designed for groups of up to 20 people, while the listed group price covers up to 15.

What drinks are included?

The open bar includes water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, Champagne, and other selected drinks.

What food is served?

The crew provides fresh ceviche, guacamole, blue corn chips, and potato chips.

Is the jet ski included?

Yes. Supervised unlimited use of the jet ski is included, along with snorkel equipment, kayaks, paddleboards, a water mattress, and a water tube.

Can the route include Los Arcos National Park?

Yes. Los Arcos is one of the popular attractions that can be included in a customized route around Bahia de Banderas.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You must choose a meeting place before submitting the reservation, and you can contact Gil for help with another meeting point or transportation.

What is the cancellation policy?

You receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded or accepted.