Mega Yacht Limousine of the Sea 1: Puerto Vallarta

The main attraction here is freedom: you and your group get a private yacht, a flexible route around the Bay of Banderas, and a crew that handles the food, drinks, music, and water toys. You can cruise the Puerto Vallarta coast, stop for a swim, or spend two hours at Playa Chica Locca, a boat-access-only beach.

I like the brand-name open bar and the fresh ceviche and guacamole, which make this feel more like a floating celebration than a basic boat ride. I also like the easy party setup, with kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, a water mattress, and a tube ready for use. The main drawback is the price: at $6,455 for up to 15 people, this makes the most sense for a well-filled group, not a couple or small family.

Key points to know before booking

• Private four-hour yacht: Only your group takes part, so you can shape the pace and route around Banderas Bay.
• Playa Chica Locca stop: Plan on about two hours at a secluded beach reached only by boat.
• Open bar included: Drinks range from water, coffee, juices, and soda to beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, and champagne.
• Water activities included: Use the snorkeling equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, water mattress, and tube without paying extra.
• Best for celebrations: Weddings, pre-wedding parties, anniversaries, and large family gatherings fit the format especially well.
• Confirm the meeting point first: You must choose your meeting place before submitting the reservation, and hotel pickup is not included.

A private yacht built around your group

The Limousine of the Sea 1 experience is less a fixed sightseeing cruise than a private charter in Puerto Vallarta. Chica Locca Tours gives you a yacht, captain, crew, food, drinks, and activity equipment, then lets your group decide how to use the four hours.

That flexibility matters. A standard boat excursion often follows a set schedule, but this outing can be adjusted around your priorities. You might want a lively party with music and cocktails, a relaxed afternoon of swimming, a family day with paddle boards, or a wedding-related celebration with everyone together.

The advertised capacity is up to 15 people for this option. That is a comfortable size for a private group because nobody is lost in a huge crowd, and your party can make decisions without negotiating with strangers. Some of the supplied experiences describe larger Chica Locca yacht options, including boats used for groups of 38 and 65 people. If your party is larger than 15, ask the company about the correct yacht rather than assuming this specific option will accommodate you.

The captain and crew are an important part of the experience. The owner, Gil, handles planning questions and is available to help arrange transportation or a different meeting point. Ricky is mentioned as a lively host and music leader on some outings, so you may find a strong party atmosphere, especially if you tell the company that is what you want.

Cruising Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay

Your time on the water begins with a cruise along the Puerto Vallarta coastline and around the Bay of Banderas. The route is not locked to one named attraction. Instead, you discuss the plan with Chica Locca Tours and customize the day around the bay.

That could mean placing more emphasis on open-water cruising, swimming, a beach stop, or one of the area’s popular coastal attractions. The key point is to communicate your priorities before departure. If half your group wants water sports and the other half wants a quiet ride with drinks, the private format lets the crew balance both.

The yacht has sun decks and luxury amenities, giving you several ways to spend the time between stops. You can sit in the sun, find a more shaded place to relax, or stay near the activity area. The supplied experiences also mention clean boats and available bathrooms, useful details on a four-hour outing where you are eating, drinking, and spending most of the day away from shore.

You may also see marine life during the cruise. Whale sightings are specifically described on some Puerto Vallarta outings, particularly during whale season, and guides have stopped to let people watch. This is a welcome possibility, not a promise, so do not book the tour solely for whales. The bay itself is the reliable attraction.

Playa Chica Locca, a two-hour beach escape

The main scheduled stop is Playa Chica Locca, where you spend about two hours. This beach is accessible only by boat, which gives the stop a more private feel than a beach reached by road or a busy public promenade.

The setting is designed for two kinds of afternoons. You can stretch out, eat, and sip drinks in a quiet coastal setting, or use the water equipment for a more active break. Kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling equipment, a water mattress, and a water tube are included.

I like this balance. A group does not have to agree on one activity. Some people can stay on the beach while others paddle or swim. Families can split up by age and energy level, while a wedding group can turn the stop into a shared swim and photo opportunity.

Keep your expectations sensible. The attraction is the beach setting and the private access, not a long list of shops or a developed town. If you want shopping, restaurants, or independent sightseeing, this is not that kind of stop. It is a place to relax, eat, swim, and enjoy being away from the road.

The two-hour length is also useful. It gives you enough time to settle in without using the entire charter at one location. Since the boat tour lasts about four hours, the beach stop takes roughly half the outing, leaving the rest for cruising and water time.

Food that works well after swimming

The included snacks are freshly made ceviche, guacamole, and blue corn chips. These are simple foods, but they suit a boat day perfectly. Ceviche and guacamole are easy to share, and the salty chips help after swimming or spending time in the sun.

Several group outings also included fruit, muffins, and fajitas, with food served at different points during the day. Because the exact meal plan can vary by yacht or charter arrangement, ask what is planned for your booking if you expect a full lunch rather than snacks.

The food adds real value for a private group. Without it, you would need to bring supplies or arrange food before boarding. Here, the crew keeps the service moving while you stay on the water. That is especially helpful for celebrations, when the point is to spend time together rather than organize a picnic.

If anyone in your group has dietary needs, contact the company before booking. The supplied information confirms ceviche, guacamole, chips, and, on some outings, fajitas and other food, but it does not provide a full allergy or dietary menu.

The open bar and the practical meaning of all-inclusive

The open bar covers a wide range of drinks. You can request water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, champagne, or other choices named by the operator.

For a celebration, this is a major convenience. You are not counting each drink or stopping to find a shop at the beach. The crew can also bring drinks to people in the water. One reported outing even had staff swimming drink orders out to people near the boat, although you should treat that as a service detail that may vary by crew and conditions.

The open bar also affects the value calculation. The $6,455 group price initially looks steep, but it includes the private yacht, crew, food, drinks, water equipment, facility fees, and landing fees. For a full group of 15, the price works out to about $430 per person before gratuity. That is still a luxury splurge, but it can be reasonable for a wedding activity or major family celebration where a private boat and open bar would otherwise require separate planning.

For two people, the numbers are hard to justify. For 10 to 15 people sharing the cost, the charter becomes much more practical. Before paying, ask for the current food plan, yacht details, meeting point, and what happens if your group wants a route different from the suggested beach visit.

Water sports without extra charges

The included equipment gives the four-hour outing some structure. You are not limited to sitting on deck and watching the coast pass by.

You can use:

• Snorkeling equipment
• Kayaks
• Paddle boards
• A water mattress
• A water tube

The equipment is valuable because it lets your group switch activities without arranging rentals at the beach. You can swim first, paddle later, and then return to the boat for food and drinks.

The activity list does not promise a guided snorkeling session or a particular reef. It promises use of the equipment, so think of snorkeling as a self-directed water activity unless the crew tells you otherwise. Conditions, route, and water safety will affect what is possible on the day.

The boat also works well for people who do not want to get wet. Sun decks and onboard seating let some of your party relax while others use the toys. That mixed-use setup is one of the strongest reasons to choose a private yacht instead of an activity focused entirely on snorkeling or beach time.

Why this suits wedding groups so well

The strongest use case is a special occasion. A private boat gives a wedding group a shared event without the formality of another dinner or the logistics of a land-based party.

The supplied experiences describe pre-wedding cruises, post-wedding thank-you outings, sunset trips, and anniversary plans. Food, margaritas, ceviche, swimming, slides on certain yacht options, music, and photos all helped turn the charter into a social event rather than simple transport.

You can also connect your phone to the yacht’s sound system on some outings and choose the music yourself. That is worth confirming in advance, especially if your group has a specific playlist or wants a party host such as Ricky to handle the atmosphere.

Photography may be available for purchase. A photographer has been present on some cruises, with images offered for viewing at the end. This is not included in the listed price, so treat it as an optional add-on rather than part of the package.

For a wedding group, schedule the boat on a day when everyone can handle four hours in the sun and on the water. This is a celebration with movement, drinks, and swimming, not a quiet formal reception. It works best when the group wants to relax together and does not mind a little splash and noise.

Meeting points, timing, and small details that matter

Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You must choose your meeting place before submitting the reservation, so do not leave this until the morning of the cruise. If you need a different meeting point or affordable transportation, contact Gil and request help.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. Since the outing is often booked well in advance, with an average lead time of about 93 days, reserve early if you are planning a wedding event or traveling during a busy period.

The tour is offered in English, and the activity is private. Most people can participate, but the supplied information does not give detailed accessibility specifications. If anyone in your party has mobility, medical, or swimming concerns, ask the operator for practical advice before paying.

The price is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. That makes trip planning especially important. Confirm the date, group size, meeting point, yacht option, food plan, and route before booking.

Is Limousine of the Sea 1 worth it?

Book this yacht if you have a group willing to share the cost and you want a private celebration with an open bar, fresh food, swimming, and flexible time around Banderas Bay. It is particularly well suited to weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and family reunions where the boat itself becomes the event.

I would think twice if you are a couple, a very small group, or mainly interested in a specific sightseeing stop. The price is built for group use, and the route is customizable rather than centered on one guaranteed landmark.

The best value comes from filling most of the 15 available places and agreeing on the mood beforehand. Tell Chica Locca Tours whether you want a lively party, a relaxed beach day, or a mix of both. If your group wants private space, generous drinks, food, and water activities in one package, this is a strong Puerto Vallarta splurge. If you simply want to see the coast, a smaller and less expensive cruise will likely serve you better.

FAQ

How long is the Mega Yacht Limousine of the Sea 1 tour?

The tour lasts approximately four hours.

How many people can join the private yacht option?

This private option is priced for a group of up to 15 people. Chica Locca Tours also operates other yacht options for larger groups, so ask about those if your party is bigger.

Is the boat private?

Yes. Only your group participates in this private activity.

What is included in the open bar?

The bar includes water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, margaritas, piña coladas, champagne, and other drink choices listed by the operator.

Is food included?

Yes. Fresh ceviche, guacamole, and blue corn chips are included. Some yacht outings have also included fruit, muffins, and fajitas, so confirm the food plan for your specific booking.

What water activities are included?

Snorkeling equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and a water tube are included.

How long is the stop at Playa Chica Locca?

The Playa Chica Locca stop lasts about two hours and is included in the tour.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You must choose a meeting place before submitting the reservation.

Is transportation to the meeting point available?

You can request help with a different meeting point or affordable luxury transportation by contacting Gil, the owner.

Can I cancel the booking for a refund?

No. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason after booking.