Private Yacht Charter ChicaFUN 3 Waterslides All Inclusive

A yacht day with a built-in water park. ChicaFUN 3 turns a four-hour cruise on Banderas Bay into a private party on the water, with three waterslides, kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, floating toys, an open bar, and fresh snacks. I like the privacy and the freedom to shape the route around your group. I also like that the crew can adjust plans when conditions change, as they did for one group dealing with high winds.

The main catch is the price: $1,940 per group of up to 15, before gratuities. That can be good value when you fill the boat, but it is a steep bill for a small party. You also need to choose your meeting point before submitting the reservation, and hotel transportation is not included.

Key points to know before booking

• Three waterslides make the yacht the attraction: You do not need a busy schedule of shore stops to keep an active group entertained.
• The boat is private for your group: Up to 15 people can share the yacht without strangers joining the cruise.
• The four-hour route is flexible: You can discuss where to go around Banderas Bay, though a full-day visit to the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls requires seven hours.
• The open bar is unusually broad: Drinks include water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, champagne, pina coladas, margaritas, and other requested choices.
• Water equipment is included: Snorkel gear, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and water tubes are available.
• Plan your meeting point early: Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, although assistance with another meeting point or affordable transportation can be requested.

What the ChicaFUN 3 experience is really about

I would think of ChicaFUN 3 less as a sightseeing boat and more as a private floating recreation club. The central attraction is the yacht itself, especially the three waterslides and the easy access to the bay for swimming and water play.

That distinction matters. If your main goal is to reach one famous attraction and spend most of the day on land, a different excursion may fit better. If your group wants a relaxed boat day where people can swim, snack, drink, paddle, slide, and talk without sharing the space with strangers, this setup makes much more sense.

The four-hour charter gives you enough time to settle into the boat and enjoy the activities without committing to a full day. You can customize where you would like to visit around beautiful Banderas Bay, but the exact route depends on your discussion with the operator and the conditions on the day.

For families, couples traveling together, birthday groups, and extended families, the private format is a major advantage. One family of 17 reported enjoying the experience across ages from 10 to 82, though the advertised capacity for this booking is up to 15 people. That age range gives you a useful clue: the boat can work for mixed groups, not just young adults looking for a party.

Cruising Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay

The main four-hour route takes you along the Puerto Vallarta coastline and around Banderas Bay. There is no fixed sightseeing checklist presented for this shorter charter, so you should see the route as a conversation with the crew rather than a rigid point-to-point tour.

I like that approach for a private boat. You can tell the captain what kind of day you want, then let the crew handle the practical details. Some groups will care most about swimming and the waterslides. Others may prefer a gentle cruise, coastal views, drinks, and time together. The private setup gives you room to set that tone.

The bay is also a useful setting because it lets the boat day feel varied without forcing a long transfer to a single distant site. You can cruise the coast, stop for water activities, and use the boat as your base. The crew’s ability to adapt is important here. One group had its plans adjusted because of high winds, yet still spent time in the water and described the day as the highlight of its trip.

That is a good sign, but it is also a reminder that a boat charter is affected by wind and sea conditions. You should arrive with an open mind about the exact route. The crew can work around conditions, but no captain can promise every planned stop or activity in every kind of weather.

Three waterslides and a full set of water toys

The waterslides are the feature that gives ChicaFUN 3 its personality. They offer a simple form of fun that works well for groups because people can take turns without needing a formal activity schedule. You can slide into the bay, climb back aboard, and repeat the process whenever you like.

The included equipment adds variety:

• Snorkel equipment
• Kayaks
• Paddle boards
• Water mattress
• Water tubes

I appreciate this mix because it gives your group several speeds of fun. An energetic child can use the slide or a tube. Someone who wants a calmer activity can paddle or rest on the water mattress. Another person can stay aboard with a drink and watch the action.

The equipment also helps avoid the common problem of a private boat day becoming hours of sitting in the same seat. You have choices, but you are not required to use any of them. That makes the outing suitable for mixed-age groups and people with different ideas of relaxation.

The information provided does not give exact details about the yacht layout, slide size, or age restrictions. If those details matter to you, ask before booking. You should also follow the crew’s instructions about using the equipment and entering the water.

Food and drinks keep the day easy

The all-inclusive setup covers more than a basic cooler of drinks. The open bar includes water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, champagne, pina coladas, margaritas, and other choices you may request.

That variety is valuable on a private charter because you do not need to organize a separate drink plan for a large group. Adults can choose cocktails or beer, while children and non-drinkers have soft drinks, juice, coffee, and water. The brand-name open bar also makes the package feel more polished than a basic bring-your-own outing.

Fresh guacamole and ceviche with blue corn chips are included, along with potato chips. These are snacks rather than a full meal, so I would not book this expecting lunch. For a four-hour trip, they should help keep people comfortable, but you may want to clarify the food plan if anyone in your group needs a substantial meal or has dietary restrictions.

A private group also makes the food and drink arrangement more pleasant. You can snack when you want, rather than waiting for a scheduled serving. The crew’s willingness to help was especially clear in one account of staff swimming drinks out to people in the water and holding jewelry for them. That kind of hands-on service can make a wet, active afternoon much easier.

The crew and Captain are a big part of the value

A boat with slides and an open bar gets attention, but the crew determines how comfortable the day feels. Chica Locca Tours describes its team as experienced, with a professional Captain handling the boat while crew members manage service and activities.

The names that come through most clearly are Gil, the owner, and a crew member called Sexy Dave. The playful nickname tells you something about the tone: this is not meant to be a stiff, formal yacht cruise. The atmosphere leans social, warm, and fun.

At the same time, the crew appears willing to put safety ahead of a fixed plan. When high winds affected one outing, the staff accommodated the group rather than forcing the original schedule. That matters more to me than a promise of perfect weather or a packed route.

You should still remember that personal service varies with group size, sea conditions, and the needs of your party. The strongest value here comes when your group enjoys interacting with the crew and making use of their help. If you prefer a quiet, self-directed boat ride with very little attention, the lively service style may feel like more than you need.

Why the private format changes the day

The yacht is reserved for your group only. That is important in Puerto Vallarta, where many water excursions place unrelated parties together and follow a set timetable.

With a private charter, you can keep your own rhythm. You might spend extra time in the water, let younger members use the slides while older relatives relax, or ask for a slower cruise along the coast. You do not have to fit every activity into a schedule designed for dozens of people.

The group limit is up to 15, which makes the price easier to judge. At the full capacity, $1,940 works out to about $129 per person before gratuities. For 10 people, it is about $194 each. For four people, it becomes about $485 per person.

That calculation is the key to the value question. A full family group or group of friends can get a lot from the private boat, open bar, equipment, snacks, and crew service. A small group may find a shared cruise or a shorter activity more economical.

Gratuities are optional and not included. If the crew handles drinks, equipment, route changes, and personal requests throughout the day, you may want to budget for a tip.

Four hours compared with the seven-hour options

This booking lasts about four hours. That is enough time for a focused boat outing, but it is not the full-day version.

For a seven-hour tour, you can choose either the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls. You cannot visit both destinations on the same day. Those options may suit you if reaching a particular attraction matters more than spending the whole time using the yacht’s water features.

Do not assume the four-hour charter includes either destination. The available information specifically connects the Marietas Islands and Yelapa Falls choices with the seven-hour full-day tour. If you have your heart set on one of them, ask Chica Locca Tours to confirm the correct duration and route before paying.

The shorter charter may be the better choice if you have other plans in Puerto Vallarta, young children with limited stamina, or a group that mainly wants the waterslides and swimming time. The longer option makes more sense when you want a full day on the bay and a destination-based itinerary.

Meeting points and getting to the boat

You must choose your meeting place before submitting the reservation. Treat this as an important planning step, not a minor formality.

Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. The tour does offer pickup in the sense that a meeting point can be arranged, and you can request help with another meeting location or affordable luxury transportation. Gil, the owner, is the contact for those requests.

Because the boat charter is private, sorting out the meeting point early is especially sensible. Your group may be spread across different hotels or neighborhoods, and transport costs can affect the total price. Confirm where you need to be, how you will reach it, and what time you should arrive.

The meeting area is near public transportation, and the experience is described as suitable for most people. Still, the available information does not provide detailed accessibility specifications. If anyone in your group has mobility concerns, ask about boarding and moving around the yacht before reserving.

Who will enjoy ChicaFUN 3 most

I would recommend this charter most strongly for:

• Families with children and older relatives
• Friend groups celebrating a special occasion
• Groups that want privacy rather than a shared boat
• People who enjoy swimming and active water play
• Adults who value a generous open bar
• Large groups that can divide the cost

The mixed-age appeal is one of the strongest points. A family ranging from age 10 to age 82 had a good time, with the slide and water toys keeping active people busy while drinks and the boat itself gave older family members a comfortable way to participate.

I would be more cautious if your group is small and price-sensitive. The total cost does not shrink when only a few people book. I would also think twice if your main goal is a carefully scheduled sightseeing tour with guaranteed stops, since the four-hour route is designed to be customized.

Booking timing, confirmation, and cancellation

This experience is often booked about 100 days ahead, so I would not leave it until the last week if your dates are fixed. Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted. The cut-off follows local Puerto Vallarta time.

That policy is reasonable, but the meeting point requirement makes early planning worthwhile. Confirm your group size, preferred route, transportation needs, and any food or activity questions before the final reservation.

Should you book ChicaFUN 3?

Book it if you want a private, activity-filled boat day and can bring enough people to make the price work. The combination of three waterslides, water toys, snacks, a broad open bar, and attentive crew service gives you more than a basic coastal cruise.

I would choose it for a family reunion, birthday, or group of friends who want the boat itself to be the main event. I would choose the seven-hour version only if the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls is a priority. For a smaller group, compare the per-person cost carefully before committing.

The best reason to book is flexibility. The crew can adjust around conditions, your group can set the mood, and everyone gets a private place to enjoy Banderas Bay. Just confirm the meeting point, ask exactly what route fits four hours, and remember that snacks are not the same as a full meal.

FAQ

How much does the private ChicaFUN 3 charter cost?

The price is $1,940 per group of up to 15 people. Gratuities are not included.

How long does the yacht charter last?

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

Is the boat private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private tour, with a listed capacity of up to 15 people.

What activities are included?

Included activities and equipment include three waterslides, snorkeling equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and water tubes.

What drinks are included?

The open bar includes water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, pina coladas, margaritas, beer, wine, tequila, champagne, and other requested drinks.

Is food included?

Yes. Fresh guacamole and ceviche with blue corn chips, along with potato chips, are included. The information does not describe a full meal.

Is hotel pickup included?

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

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted, and the amount paid is not refunded.