Private Yacht Charter ChicaFUN 3 Waterslides All Inclusive

The best part of ChicaFUN 3 is simple: your group gets the boat to itself, so the day can feel like a private floating party rather than a fixed sightseeing run. You can cruise the Puerto Vallarta coast, stop for water play, and let the captain and crew adjust the outing to your group.

I especially like the large drinks-and-snacks setup and the crew’s hands-on service. Staff have swum drinks out to people in the water, held jewelry for swimmers, and adjusted plans around high winds. The main drawback is that the advertised four-hour trip is not long enough for every major destination in Banderas Bay, and hotel transport is not included.

Key points to know before booking

• Private boat for up to 15: Your group shares the yacht only with the crew, which makes the price more attractive for a family or friend group.
• Three waterslides and water toys: Expect a playful setup with snorkel gear, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and tubes.
• A true open bar: Drinks include water, coffee, juices, soda, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, champagne, margaritas, and piña coladas.
• Custom Bay of Banderas route: You can discuss where you want to go, but the four-hour schedule limits how far you can reach.
• Fresh food on board: Guacamole and ceviche arrive with blue corn chips and potato chips.
• Plan your meeting point first: You must choose a meeting place before submitting the reservation, and hotel pickup is not included.

A private yacht day built around your group

ChicaFUN 3 works best when you want freedom, space, and water time more than a tightly scripted sightseeing program. The stated route is the Bay of Banderas, with a cruise along the Puerto Vallarta coastline and around the bay. From there, you can shape the day with the crew.

That flexibility matters. One group may want a relaxed coastal cruise with drinks and snacks. Another may spend most of the trip swimming, using the slide, and trying the paddle boards. A family might care more about easy water toys and food, while a group of friends may treat the yacht as a private floating celebration.

The boat is designed for up to 15 people. At the full capacity, the cost works out to about $129 per person for four hours, before gratuity. That is not a cheap short cruise, but the calculation changes when you compare it with booking several smaller activities, buying drinks separately, and paying for water equipment. If you have only four or five people, the per-person price becomes much harder to justify.

You are not buying a standard point-to-point excursion here. You are paying for exclusive use of the boat, crew service, food, drinks, and a collection of water activities. That makes the tour a better fit for a full group than for a couple or small family.

The Bay of Banderas from the water

The four-hour experience centers on the Bay of Banderas. You cruise the Puerto Vallarta coastline and can ask the crew to customize the outing around the bay. The value is in seeing the coast from offshore, where the rhythm is slower and the city becomes part of the view rather than the place you are walking through.

The route is not fixed in the information provided, so you should discuss your priorities before departure. If you want more time for swimming and slides, say so. If you prefer to spend more time cruising, make that clear. A private boat is useful only when the crew knows how you want to use it.

Keep the timing in mind. Four hours sounds generous until you account for leaving the meeting point, cruising, stopping, eating, drinking, and getting back. You cannot reasonably expect a short trip to include every corner of Banderas Bay.

The longer seven-hour option allows a choice between the Marietas Islands and Yelapa Falls. Those two destinations cannot both be visited in the same day. That detail is important because it sets a clear limit: if Marietas or Yelapa is your main goal, ask about the full-day option rather than assuming the four-hour ChicaFUN trip covers both.

Waterslides, swimming, and a boat full of toys

The water activities are the heart of this outing. ChicaFUN 3 is described with three waterslides, and the experience also includes snorkel equipment, kayaks, paddle boards, a water mattress, and water tubes. The supplied details do not give exact slide dimensions or operating instructions, so ask the crew about the setup when you arrive.

You should expect the water portion to be active and informal. You can move between the slide, floating equipment, and the boat instead of following a strict activity schedule. That suits families and friend groups with mixed interests. Some people can swim and play while others stay on deck with a drink.

A useful detail from the experience is the crew’s attention once people are in the water. Staff have swum drinks out to swimmers and helped hold personal items such as jewelry. That kind of service matters on a boat, because it keeps you from having to climb out every few minutes for a drink or worry about small valuables while you play.

Still, water access is not the same as a supervised swim lesson. The supplied information does not promise lifeguard service, medical staff, or specific swimming conditions. If someone in your group is not comfortable in open water, ask the crew about the day’s plan and stay within your own limits.

An all-inclusive setup that actually changes the day

The food and drink package is one of the strongest reasons to consider this yacht. The open bar includes water, coffee, juices, sodas, mineral water, beer, wine, tequila, champagne, piña coladas, and margaritas. The phrase brand-name open bar is used in the tour details, but specific brands are not listed.

Food is casual and well suited to a boat day: fresh guacamole and ceviche with blue corn chips, plus potato chips. This is not presented as a full formal meal, so plan your expectations accordingly. It is snack food that keeps the day moving while you swim and cruise.

I like this arrangement because you do not have to build your own supply list or stop the outing to find a restaurant. It also makes the price easier to assess for a group. Drinks, snacks, equipment, and a private boat are bundled together.

The alcohol package calls for sensible planning. If your group wants to use the waterslides, paddle boards, kayaks, or snorkel equipment, pace yourself and follow the crew’s instructions. The boat gives you plenty to do, but four hours can pass quickly when the bar is open and the water is calling.

Crew service and the value of a private boat

The crew is a major part of the experience. Gil is the owner, and Sexy Dave is one of the crew members praised in the supplied material. The captain is described as highly experienced, and the staff are expected to handle the practical side of the day while you enjoy the boat.

The strongest example of that service is the response to high winds. The crew adjusted the plan so the group could still enjoy the outing safely. That is exactly the kind of flexibility you want on the coast. Weather and water conditions can change, and a captain who is willing to alter the plan is more valuable than a rigid promise to follow one route.

The private format also gives you more control over the mood. You do not need to match the pace or music preferences of a boatload of strangers. Your group can decide how much time to spend swimming, cruising, eating, and relaxing.

There is a practical limit, though. Private service works best when your group communicates clearly. Before you board, agree on what matters most. If half the group expects a nonstop party and the other half wants quiet sightseeing, the crew can help, but they cannot create two separate tours at once.

Who will get the most from ChicaFUN 3?

This is a strong choice for a family reunion, birthday, wedding-related outing, or group of friends who want one private activity for everyone. The supplied experience includes a family group ranging from age 10 to 82, with people enjoying the water toys, slide, drinks, and crew service. That suggests the format can work across several age groups, provided each person is comfortable with the boat and water activities.

It is also a good match for people who value convenience. The crew handles the drinks, snacks, equipment, and route planning. You can show up with your group and focus on the day instead of arranging each piece separately.

You may want another option if you are traveling alone, as a couple, or with only a few people. The $1,940 group price does not shrink just because your party is small. You should also look elsewhere if your main goal is a long sightseeing route or a guaranteed visit to a specific destination during the four-hour trip.

The experience is offered in English, and most people can participate. It is near public transportation, but hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Pickup assistance or affordable luxury transportation to the meeting point may be requested, so make that arrangement before booking rather than assuming it is part of the price.

Meeting point, timing, and booking details

The most important practical instruction is also the easiest to miss: choose your meeting place before submitting the reservation. The tour details make this a requirement.

The summary says pickup is offered, while the inclusions state that hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. The safest reading is that you need to select or arrange a meeting point, with assistance available if you request it. Confirm the exact location and any transport cost with Chica Locca Tours before finalizing the booking.

The experience lasts about four hours. Confirmation is sent within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. Since the tour is private and often booked well ahead, with an average booking lead time of about 100 days, I would not leave a large family or celebration reservation until the last minute.

Free cancellation applies if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes made within 24 hours are not accepted, and the amount paid is not refunded for a late cancellation. Cutoff times use local Puerto Vallarta time.

Is $1,940 a fair price?

The price is easiest to defend when you fill most of the boat. At 15 people, you pay roughly $129 per person for a private yacht, captain and crew, an open bar, snacks, water equipment, and a customized four-hour route. That is a substantial amount, but it covers far more than a basic harbor cruise.

The value drops with a small party. At eight people, the cost is about $242.50 each. At four people, it is $485 each. Those figures do not include gratuity, and gratuities are optional rather than included.

For a group already planning to spend on drinks, food, water activities, and transportation, the package may compare well. For a small group that mainly wants coastal views, a less expensive shared boat could make more sense.

Think of this as a private event on the water, not simply a sightseeing ticket. If that is what you want, the bundled setup is practical. If you only want to see the coast, you are paying for extras you may not use.

Final verdict: book it for the group experience

I would book ChicaFUN 3 for a group of roughly 10 to 15 people that wants a private, active, food-and-drink day on Banderas Bay. The strongest features are the exclusive boat, the waterslides and floating equipment, the open bar, and a crew willing to adjust the plan when conditions change.

Before paying, confirm the meeting point, ask how you want to use the four hours, and decide if your priority is water play or cruising. If you need Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls, ask about the seven-hour version and choose one destination, not both.

For a small party or a sightseeing-focused trip, the price is harder to defend. For a family gathering or friend group that will use the boat fully, ChicaFUN 3 offers a lively and flexible day with plenty included.

FAQ

How long is the ChicaFUN 3 private yacht charter?

The experience lasts approximately four hours.

How many people can join the private yacht?

The yacht is priced for a private group of up to 15 people.

What can I do during the boat tour?

Included activities and equipment include 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, beer, wine, tequila, champagne, piña coladas, margaritas, and other requested drink choices.

Is food included?

Yes. The tour includes fresh guacamole and ceviche with blue corn chips, along with potato chips.

Is hotel pickup included?

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

Can I visit both the Marietas Islands and Yelapa Falls?

No. The seven-hour full-day option allows you to choose either the Marietas Islands or Yelapa Falls. Both destinations cannot be visited on the same day.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund.