Catamaran – Luxury Private Tour

The best part of this private Cabo cruise is the mix of sightseeing and easygoing water time. You get close to the Arch for photos, hear why Lover’s Beach and Divorce Beach have such memorable names, then anchor in the bay for snorkeling, fajitas, cocktails, and a giant floating mat. The private setting means your group sets the mood. I also like that food and drinks are built into the price, rather than added one by one at sea.

I especially like the Arch photo stop and the fact that you are not rushed straight from sightseeing into a formal meal. The crew can keep the outing lively for swimmers, children, and adults who would rather sit with a drink and enjoy the view. The main consideration is price: $2,200 is a serious outlay for a three-hour cruise, so it makes the most sense when shared among a full group.

Key points at a glance

• Private catamaran for up to 14 people: Your group has the boat to itself, with no unrelated passengers joining.
• Arch photo stop included: Plan on about 30 minutes near Cabo’s famous rock formation.
• Lover’s Beach and Divorce Beach stories: The captain or sailor explains the names and points out local rock formations.
• Two hours anchored in Cabo Bay: Use the snorkeling gear, try the large floating mat, eat fajitas, or simply relax.
• Cocktails, beer, soft drinks, and water included: You can choose cocktails rather than paying separately for each drink.
• Strong group appeal: The setup works for mixed ages, though the stated capacity is up to 14 people.

Why this cruise works for a private group

A private boat changes the feel of a short cruise. You are not trying to match the pace of strangers, and the captain can keep the day flexible within the roughly three-hour schedule. One person may want to swim, another may want a margarita, and a child may prefer the floating mat. This boat gives everyone room to choose.

The activity is operated by Dejavu Yachts Cabo. No individual captain or crew names are provided, but the plan puts the crew in an active role. They guide the boat toward the Arch, explain the names of the beaches, and share information about Cabo’s rock formations while you take in the bay.

The cruise suits a family gathering, birthday, reunion, wedding group, or a small group of friends. It is also useful when people in your party have different ideas about a perfect afternoon. Strong swimmers can use the water gear. Non-swimmers can stay aboard, eat, and enjoy the scenery. The boat has a restroom, which matters during a meal and an alcohol-inclusive outing.

The current score is 5 out of 5 from 23 ratings, with 100 percent recommending the experience. That is a small sample, so I would not treat it as a guarantee. Still, the praise points to the same practical strengths: a helpful crew, a relaxed mood, and food and drinks that keep the outing simple.

From the marina to Lover’s Beach

You meet at Blvd. Paseo de la Marina 15 in Cabo San Lucas. The activity ends back at this same meeting point, and private transportation is not included, so you need to arrange your own way to the marina.

The first part is a sightseeing cruise past Lover’s Beach. The captain or sailor explains how the beach got its name and gives context for the rock formations around Cabo San Lucas. This is more than a quick pass by a sandy cove, because the crew connects the names and scenery to what you are seeing from the boat.

The pace matters here. You are not spending the whole outing rushing from one landmark to another. You have time to look toward the shore, take pictures, and settle into the boat before the water activities begin. Bring a phone or camera you can protect around spray, since the central appeal of this section is the view from the water.

Lover’s Beach also helps set up the contrast with the next stop. The names are easy to remember, and the captain’s explanation gives the cruise a little more character than a simple ride around the bay.

The Arch photo stop, with about 30 minutes to use it

The boat then heads toward the Arch of Cabo San Lucas, the most recognizable rock formation in the area. The captain guides the group close enough for photos and points out the surrounding formations.

The scheduled stop lasts about 30 minutes. That is a useful amount of time for a group, since people can take turns with photos without turning the entire cruise into a camera session. You can focus on the Arch, but also look at the shapes and cliffs around it. The views are the reason to keep your camera ready even after the first picture.

This is an especially good feature for a private group because you can take photos without worrying about a large crowd from your own boat. The activity does not promise a professional photo package, although one group had a photographer onboard taking pictures. Treat that as something that may happen, not as a listed inclusion.

The Arch stop is scenic rather than a land visit. You do not disembark for a walk around the formation. Your experience is from the catamaran, with the water and the boat providing the viewing platform.

Divorce Beach and Cabo’s rock formations

After the Arch, the boat passes Divorce Beach. The captain or sailor explains the name and shares more about the rock formations in Cabo San Lucas. This section gives you another chance to enjoy the coastline without adding a complicated transfer or shore stop.

The names of Lover’s Beach and Divorce Beach are a memorable storytelling device, but the real value is the chance to see how the beaches and rock formations fit together from the water. You get a broader view than you would from a single beach visit, and you do not have to leave the boat to continue the tour.

This part can also be a calmer stretch between the main photo stop and the two-hour bay session. You can listen to the commentary, take more photos, or enjoy the views. Since the total outing lasts only about three hours, the balance is sensible: scenic cruising first, then a longer period for food and water activities.

Two hours anchored in Cabo Bay

The cruise anchors in Cabo San Lucas Bay for about two hours. This is the longest part of the activity, and it is where the private charter earns much of its value.

Snorkeling equipment is included, so you can use the time to look for marine life in the bay. The information does not promise a particular animal sighting or a guaranteed snorkeling site, so keep expectations reasonable. You are getting the chance to use the water, not a specialist wildlife expedition.

A large floating lily pad is also included. It gives swimmers a place to stretch out, rest, or play, and it offers a good middle option for people who do not want to swim continuously. One mixed-age group, including seniors, adults, teenagers, and toddlers, used the boat in different ways: some people jumped from the boat, while others sat on the floating mat. That is a useful clue about the outing’s flexibility.

You should note that the boat is listed for up to 14 people, but one account describes a group of 33. Since those figures do not match, confirm the permitted capacity directly with Dejavu Yachts Cabo before booking if your party is larger than 14. The stated tour details point to 14 as the normal maximum.

The bay portion is also where the private format makes the most difference. On a shared cruise, your group might need to follow a fixed schedule or compete for space on a floating mat. Here, the crew can focus on your party’s mix of swimmers and non-swimmers, within the limits of the boat and safety rules.

Fajitas, Mexican sides, and drinks included

The meal is beef and chicken fajitas with beans, Mexican rice, flour and corn tortillas, and hot green sauce. This is a practical boat meal: familiar, filling, and easy to share while the catamaran is anchored.

I like that the menu gives you both beef and chicken rather than forcing the whole group into one choice. The supplied information does not list vegetarian, vegan, allergy-friendly, or other special menus, so ask before booking if anyone in your party has dietary needs.

Alcoholic drinks are included, with the option to choose a cocktail. Beer is also mentioned in the experience details from a group outing, along with margaritas. Soft drinks and bottled water are included too. This removes the awkward running tab that can make a private charter more expensive than expected.

Still, included alcohol is valuable only if your group will use it. If most of your party does not drink, the $2,200 price may feel less attractive. If several adults want cocktails and beer, and you would otherwise buy a meal and drinks separately, the package becomes easier to justify.

Drink responsibly, particularly if you plan to snorkel or use the floating mat. The cruise is meant to be fun, but the water activities should come before heavy drinking.

What $2,200 means per person

The price is $2,200 per group, with up to 14 people stated as the capacity. At a full group of 14, that works out to about $157 per person. For 10 people, it is $220 each. For a smaller group of six, it rises to about $367 per person.

That calculation tells you who should book. A full family group, wedding party, or large circle of friends can split the cost and gain a private boat, meal, drinks, snorkeling equipment, and a floating mat. A couple or small party may find a shared sailing trip better value, especially if privacy is not important.

The three-hour length also matters. You are paying for a compact outing rather than a full-day charter. That makes it easier to fit around other Cabo plans, but it gives the cruise less time to wander, swim, and linger than a longer private sailing.

I would compare the cost against what your group actually wants. If everyone values private space, simple catering, and a flexible water stop, the price can make sense. If you mainly want a quick photo at the Arch, you are paying for more than you need.

Who will enjoy this most

I would recommend this cruise most strongly for groups with mixed interests. It allows active people to snorkel or use the floating mat, while others can remain on deck with a drink and watch the scenery.

Families may appreciate the range of activities, especially since one group included toddlers, teenagers, adults, and seniors. The presence of a restroom, bottled water, food, and a private setting also makes the outing easier to manage than an independent beach plan.

Friends looking for a social afternoon will get the most from the cocktail service and the floating mat. The crew’s role in keeping the mood enjoyable was praised, and the boat can feel like a small private party without requiring your group to organize food and drinks separately.

The cruise may be less suitable for someone seeking a quiet sailing lesson, a long snorkeling session, or a specialist marine-life tour. The emphasis is on sightseeing, food, drinks, swimming, and group fun. It is not presented as an advanced sailing or naturalist program.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The activity is near public transportation. Exact boat-access details are not provided, so anyone with specific mobility needs should confirm the arrangements before booking.

Timing, booking, and cancellation details

Confirmation is received at the time of booking, and the mobile ticket makes it easy to keep the reservation on your phone. The experience is offered in English.

It is booked an average of 62 days ahead, which suggests that popular dates can fill well before arrival. If your group has fixed vacation dates, I would not leave this until the last minute.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the experience are not accepted for a refund, and the cut-off uses Cabo San Lucas local time. That is a fair policy, but make sure your whole group agrees before the deadline passes.

Should you book this Cabo catamaran?

Book it if you can fill most of the boat and want a private outing that combines the Arch, local beach stories, snorkeling, a floating mat, fajitas, and included drinks. The strongest reason to choose it is not any single stop. It is the easy blend of sightseeing, swimming, food, and private group time.

Think twice if your party is small, if you do not drink, or if you want a longer and more specialized snorkeling trip. Also confirm capacity if your group exceeds 14, since the stated limit conflicts with one account describing 33 people.

For a full group that wants a relaxed celebration on the water, this is a practical Cabo splurge. For everyone else, calculate the per-person cost first, then decide if privacy and convenience are worth it.

FAQ

How much does the private catamaran tour cost?

The price is $2,200 per group, for up to 14 people.

How long does the experience last?

The cruise lasts approximately three hours.

Where does the tour begin?

It begins at Blvd. Paseo de la Marina 15, 23400 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

Is transportation included?

No. Private transportation is not included.

Is the Arch of Cabo San Lucas included?

Yes. The boat makes a stop near the Arch, with about 30 minutes for photos, and admission is included.

Are food and drinks included?

Yes. The package includes beef and chicken fajitas, beans, Mexican rice, flour and corn tortillas, hot green sauce, cocktails, soft drinks, and bottled water.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Use of snorkeling equipment is included.

Is the floating mat included?

Yes. A large lily pad, or floating mat, is included for use during the bay stop.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.