Private Yacht Charter ChicaFUN 2 Waterslides All Inclusive

The sea day starts with your own boat. ChicaFUN 2 gives your group a private yacht, an open bar, waterslides, and room to shape the route around Banderas Bay. I like the freedom to choose your meeting point and the pile of included water gear. I also like that your group does not share the boat with strangers. The main consideration is the price: $1,940 is good value for a full group, but expensive for a small party.

At about four hours, this is best viewed as a lively half-day on the water, not a full sightseeing cruise. Also, the details mention seven-hour trips to either the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls, so confirm the exact length and route before booking. The private format, brand-name drinks, and helpful crew are the strongest reasons to consider it.

Key points to know before booking

• Private boat for up to 15 people: You get the yacht and crew for your group alone, with no unrelated passengers sharing the outing.
• A flexible Banderas Bay route: You can help decide where to go along the Puerto Vallarta coast and around the bay.
• Two waterslides and plenty of gear: Snorkels, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and a water tube are included.
• A genuine all-inclusive setup: Drinks range from coffee, juices, sodas, and mineral water to beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, and champagne.
• Food is simple and useful: Guacamole, chips, and potato chips are provided for a casual snack between swims.
• Meeting point matters: You must choose your meeting place before submitting the reservation, and hotel pickup is not included.

What ChicaFUN 2 is really selling

The appeal here is not a tightly scheduled tour with a long list of stops. It is a private boat day where your group can set the mood. You can spend more time cruising, swimming, snorkeling, or using the water toys, depending on what suits your party.

That flexibility is especially useful for families, birthday groups, wedding parties, and friends who do not all want the same kind of day. One person can paddle board while another rests with a drink. Kids and active adults can use the waterslides and water toys, while anyone wanting a slower pace can enjoy the coast from the boat.

I like this format because it removes one common problem with shared boat tours: the group does not have to follow strangers’ energy. You can make the day social and loud, or keep it relaxed. The crew and captain handle the boat while you decide how much activity you want.

The yacht is described as ChicaFUN 2 and includes two waterslides. That feature gives the boat a playful edge. It is not just transportation to a beach or snorkeling site. The boat itself is part of the entertainment.

Leaving Puerto Vallarta for Banderas Bay

Your day begins in Puerto Vallarta, with several possible meeting points available. You must select one before completing the reservation. That is not a minor detail. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you need to plan your own way to the dock unless you request help arranging affordable luxury transportation.

The company says it can assist with a different meeting point or transportation request, and Gil, the owner, is listed as the person to call for help. I would settle this before booking rather than assume your hotel is covered.

Once aboard, the route can be customized around the bay. The cruise includes the Puerto Vallarta coastline and Banderas Bay, giving you a broad coastal setting rather than one fixed attraction. Since the charter is private, your group can discuss how to use the available time with the crew.

The exact route matters because four hours passes quickly. If you want a long cruise plus plenty of time for water sports, you may need to keep the itinerary close to Puerto Vallarta. If your priority is a particular distant destination, ask how much time remains for swimming and onboard activities.

Four hours of coast, water toys, and open sea

The advertised experience lasts approximately four hours. That is enough time for a satisfying boat outing, but it is not enough to treat every included activity as a separate major event. I would choose your top priorities before departure.

The water equipment includes:

• Snorkel equipment
• Kayaks
• Paddle boards
• A water mattress
• A water tube
• The yacht’s two waterslides

This is a generous selection for a half-day charter. You can use the boat as a floating activity center, switching between swimming and lounging. The inclusion of kayaks and paddle boards also means you are not limited to sitting on the yacht or wearing a snorkel mask.

Still, the available equipment does not guarantee that every activity will suit the conditions on your particular day. Water conditions, timing, and the route will affect what you can use and for how long. The supplied information does not promise a specific snorkeling location or a guaranteed wildlife sighting, so I would book this for the private boat experience and water fun, not for a particular animal encounter.

The water mattress and tube are good choices for a less demanding afternoon. You can take part without needing to paddle or swim far. The slides add a more energetic option, especially for groups with children or adults who want a bit of silly fun on the water.

The Puerto Vallarta coastline and a custom route

The first part of the outing centers on Puerto Vallarta and the nearby bay. You cruise along the coast while the crew works with your group on the day’s plan. The value here is choice. You are not simply dropped at one site and collected later.

The company describes this as a private boat tour that can be customized to places around Banderas Bay. That could mean giving more attention to cruising, water activities, or a chosen coastal area, depending on the agreed plan. Since no fixed four-hour list of stops is supplied, you should ask exactly where the boat will go before you board.

This is an important difference from a standard sightseeing trip. If you want a guaranteed visit to a named attraction, the private charter may need more planning. If you prefer to decide as you go, the arrangement gives you much more control.

The bay is also a practical setting for a private charter because the trip can serve different kinds of groups. A family may want easy swimming and snacks. A group of friends may care more about the slides, drinks, and water tube. A celebration group may value having the entire boat to itself.

Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls for longer trips

The information also describes a seven-hour full-day option that can visit either the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls. These destinations cannot both be visited on the same day. That choice is worth understanding before you reserve.

The Marietas Islands are the better fit if your group wants an island-focused outing and time on the water. Yelapa Falls suits a group interested in a destination connected with a waterfall visit. The supplied details do not specify the exact activities or stop length at either place, so ask the company what is included in the seven-hour plan.

Do not assume the four-hour ChicaFUN 2 booking automatically includes one of these full-day destinations. The product is described as approximately four hours, while the destination choices are listed under a seven-hour option. This is the clearest point to confirm with Chica Locca Tours before paying.

The company says both destinations cannot be visited in one day. That makes sense for a bay outing, but it also means you should choose based on your group’s interests instead of trying to squeeze in everything. A rushed route would work against the relaxed private-charter idea.

An open bar that changes the value calculation

The included drinks are one of the strongest financial benefits for a large group. The open bar includes water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, champagne, and other drinks you choose from the available service.

This is more than a basic cooler of bottled water. For a group that plans to drink on the boat, the all-inclusive arrangement can make the $1,940 price easier to justify. At the full capacity of 15 people, the base cost works out to about $129 per person. That is before any optional tip, but it includes the boat, crew, activities, snacks, drinks, and landing and facility fees.

For a group of six, the cost is about $323 per person. For two people, it is $970 each. The private format may still be worth that price for a special occasion, but this is clearly designed to make financial sense when shared by a larger party.

The brand-name open bar can also simplify the day. You do not need to keep buying drinks at each stop or work out separate beverage costs. Just remember that gratuities are optional but not included.

Snacks and the easygoing onboard rhythm

The food provided is modest: guacamole, chips, and potato chips. I would treat this as boat-day snacking, not lunch. If your group expects a full meal, ask what can be arranged before departure.

The snack selection works well with the casual nature of the trip. You can grab something between swims without interrupting the day. It also gives the drinks and water activities a little structure, especially during a four-hour outing.

Because the tour is private, you can keep the pace comfortable for your group. You do not need to rush through a snack while another party waits. That small convenience is part of the private-tour value, even though the food itself is simple.

Crew service and the private-group advantage

The crew is a major part of the experience. The tour description emphasizes an experienced captain and accommodating crew, and the strongest praise centers on the boat crew being kind, fun, and attentive. The rating is 5 out of 5 from 124 reviews, with 99 percent of customers recommending the experience.

That praise matters because a private charter depends heavily on service. A yacht, drinks, and water toys are useful, but the crew sets the tone and helps turn a loose plan into a good day. The available feedback points to a crew that handles groups well and makes people feel looked after.

Gil, the owner, is also available for meeting-point and transportation questions. If your logistics are unusual, contacting him before the reservation may save you confusion. You can ask about the dock, transportation, the four-hour route, and whether your preferred destination fits the charter length.

The private format also means the crew is serving only your group. That does not mean every request is automatically possible, but it gives you a direct conversation about timing, activities, and priorities.

Who gets the most value from the $1,940 price

This charter is strongest for groups of eight to 15 people. At that size, you are dividing the fixed price across enough people to make the private yacht, open bar, snacks, and equipment feel worthwhile.

I would especially consider it for:

• Families who want a private boat and several activity choices
• Friend groups celebrating a birthday or special event
• Couples traveling with a larger group of friends
• People who dislike crowded shared excursions
• Groups that want drinks and water sports bundled into one price

It is less compelling for a small party unless privacy is your main goal. Two or three people would pay a steep per-person cost for the same four-hour booking. You should also think about whether everyone in your party will use the water toys or drink from the open bar. If not, part of the package may go unused.

The free cancellation policy gives you some protection. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund, so watch the deadline closely.

Practical details that can make or break the day

The experience is offered in English, uses a mobile ticket, and confirmation arrives within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. It is near public transportation, and most people can participate.

The meeting point deserves the most attention. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and you must choose a meeting location before submitting the reservation. If you need another location, ask in advance rather than arriving at the wrong dock.

Bring a clear idea of your priorities. You might tell the crew that your group wants more time on the slides, a relaxed cruise, snorkeling, or paddle boards. With only about four hours, a short list helps.

You should also confirm these points before booking:

• Is your reservation for the four-hour ChicaFUN 2 outing?
• Which meeting point should you use?
• Is your preferred route realistic within four hours?
• What food is available beyond guacamole, chips, and potato chips?
• If you want Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls, are you booking the seven-hour option?

These questions are practical, not fussy. A private charter works best when expectations are clear.

Should you book ChicaFUN 2?

Book it if you have a medium or large group, want a private boat, and value choices more than a rigid sightseeing schedule. The waterslides, broad selection of water gear, open bar, snacks, and private crew create a fun package for a group day in Banderas Bay.

Think twice if you have only two or three people, want a full meal, or need a guaranteed four-hour visit to a specific named attraction. In that case, the price may feel heavy and the flexible route may require more planning than you want.

For most groups, the best move is to contact Chica Locca Tours before submitting the reservation. Confirm the meeting point and the exact duration, then choose your top water activity or destination. If those details line up, ChicaFUN 2 offers a lively, personal way to spend time off Puerto Vallarta.

FAQ

How much does the private yacht charter cost?

The price is $1,940 per group, with up to 15 people included.

How long is the ChicaFUN 2 experience?

The experience lasts approximately four hours. A separate seven-hour full-day option is also described for visits to either the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls.

Is the boat private?

Yes. Only your group participates in this private tour.

Where does the tour operate?

The trip begins in Puerto Vallarta and cruises along the Puerto Vallarta coastline and around Banderas Bay.

Can the route be customized?

Yes. You can customize the private boat tour and discuss where you would like to visit around Banderas Bay.

Are drinks included?

Yes. The all-inclusive drinks include water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, champagne, and other selected drinks.

What water equipment is provided?

Snorkel equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and a water tube are included. The yacht also has two waterslides.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You must choose a meeting point before submitting the reservation, though transportation assistance can be requested.

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 for a refund.