Pura Vida Yacht 42 FT with all inclusive service in Cabo

Cabo’s Pura Vida Yacht gives you a private boat, a three-hour route, an open bar, fresh food, and enough water gear to turn a sightseeing cruise into a swim stop. The boat carries groups of up to eight, so you get a more personal outing than a large shared catamaran.

I like the freedom to choose your stops, and I like that the crew handles the practical details, from clean snorkel gear to drinks and lunch. The main consideration is price: at $2,000 per group, this makes the most sense for a full group or a special celebration, not a casual boat ride for two.

Key points to know before booking

• Private 42-foot yacht: Your group has the boat to itself, with a maximum listed group size of eight.
• Three flexible hours on the water: You can follow the suggested route or ask the captain for different stops.
• Water toys included: Kayaks, paddleboards, a floating mat, and snorkeling equipment are available.
• Food and drinks are part of the package: Expect quesadillas, guacamole, pico de gallo, chips, fruit, charcuterie, sashimi, ceviche, beer, spirits, mixers, juices, soda, and bottled water.
• Strong choice for celebrations: Engagements, bachelorette parties, family outings, and sunset cruises fit the setup well.
• Plan around the price: Eight people works out to about $250 each, while four people pay about $500 each before any upgrades.

What the Pura Vida Yacht experience is really like

This is less a fixed sightseeing excursion and more a private Cabo outing with a boat, crew, kitchen, bar, and water toys. You meet at Lorenzillo’s on Boulevard Lázaro Cárdenas in central Cabo San Lucas, then return to the same point at the end.

The yacht is 42 feet long, large enough to provide space for sitting, eating, taking photos, and moving between cruising and water activities. Since only your group participates, you can set the tone. You might want a relaxed afternoon with fruit and a swim, or you might prefer music, drinks, and a celebration on the water.

The listed duration is about three hours. That is long enough for a few scenic stops, but you should not expect a full-day charter with time to explore every part of the coast. The suggested plan divides the outing into roughly one hour near El Arco, one hour around Medano Beach, and one hour along the Pacific Coast. Your captain can adjust the route, subject to conditions and practical timing.

The crew names vary by departure. Past guests specifically praised people including Marco, Adan, Adalid, Miguel, Jose, Denise, Moses, Alexis, Edgar, Allan, Moises, and Captain Manuel. Do not book expecting a particular person unless the company confirms it, but the repeated pattern is clear: attentive service is a major part of this experience.

El Arco: Cabo’s essential photo stop

The cruise begins or includes time around El Arco de Cabo San Lucas, the famous rock formation at the tip of the Baja California peninsula. This is the classic Cabo view, where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean.

The yacht gives you a comfortable platform for photos. You can take pictures from the deck, frame the arch behind the group, or use the boat’s position for wider shots of the coastline. This is one of the strongest reasons to choose a private yacht. You are not tied to a large group’s schedule when you want to pause for photos.

The water around the arch is also the main setting for the included water toys. Kayaks, paddleboards, a floating mat, and full snorkel equipment are available. If conditions are calm, you can get off the yacht and spend time on the water rather than simply looking at it.

I would keep expectations sensible about snorkeling. The package includes equipment, but the information does not promise a specific reef, marine-life sighting, or guided snorkel lesson. Water conditions and the captain’s judgment will affect how much time you spend in the water. The gear is a useful inclusion, especially for a group that wants options, but it should not be the sole reason you book.

Medano Beach and the freedom to choose

Medano Beach is Cabo’s main swimmable beach and a lively coastal reference point. From the yacht, you get a different view of the beach, the hotels, and the surrounding bay than you would from shore.

This part of the trip is flexible. You can ask to spend time in the bay, use the paddleboards or kayaks, float, or simply remain aboard with a drink. If your group includes people with different energy levels, that flexibility matters. One person can get in the water while another stays dry and enjoys the food.

The private format also helps with celebrations. Several past outings were for bachelorette parties, and the crew decorated the boat or arranged extra touches for the occasion. Engagement groups also used the yacht for a sunset setting, dinner, photos, and drinks. These extras should be requested in advance rather than assumed, but the company appears comfortable working with celebration plans.

Medano Beach can also be the least secluded-feeling portion of the route. You are still in one of Cabo’s main coastal areas, not on an empty private beach. If your ideal boat day means complete quiet and isolation, tell the captain that privacy and a calmer route matter more than staying near the busiest part of the bay.

The Pacific Coast and the best photo light

The Pacific Coast section adds a broader coastal view and another chance for photographs near the arch. The supplied route description refers to getting photos by El Arco aboard the luxury yacht Papillon 6, while the experience itself is presented as the Pura Vida Yacht. Either way, confirm the exact yacht name and vessel before departure if that distinction matters to you.

A sunset cruise is especially appealing here. The crew has prepared fresh food and drinks for evening outings, and several people specifically enjoyed the changing light, views, and photo opportunities. Cabo sunsets are a natural fit for the three-hour schedule, but a sunset departure is not explicitly included in every booking. Confirm the departure time you are reserving.

This stretch is primarily about scenery and atmosphere. You may spend the hour cruising, taking photos, eating, and watching the coast rather than stopping for another active excursion. Bring a phone or camera with enough battery, but also make room for simply sitting down. A yacht trip can become a surprisingly busy rotation of swimming, eating, drinking, and photographing if you try to do everything.

Food: much more than basic boat snacks

The included food is one of the better features of this charter. Snacks include cheese quesadillas, guacamole, pico de gallo, and chips. The lunch selection adds fresh fruit, a charcuterie board, steak and chicken quesadillas, sashimi, and ceviche.

That spread gives the outing more substance than a boat stocked only with packaged snacks. It also works well for groups with different appetites. You can pick at fruit and chips, build a small plate from the charcuterie, or make a meal of the quesadillas and seafood.

There is an optional food upgrade for chicken or meat fajitas and ceviche at $19.90 per person. You need to confirm this ahead of time. Since the standard package already includes several filling choices, I would ask exactly what the upgrade adds before paying for it.

The information does not provide a full list of allergy, vegetarian, vegan, or seafood alternatives. If anyone in your group has dietary restrictions, ask before booking and get the answer confirmed. Do not assume that the standard menu can be changed on board.

Open bar and the practical limits of all-inclusive

The open bar includes rum, tequila, vodka, beer, orange juice, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, soda, bottled water, and mixers. The crew can prepare drinks such as margaritas, and the setup supports both alcoholic and non-alcoholic choices.

This is useful for a private group because you do not need to plan separate drinks for each person. A bachelorette group can order cocktails, while someone else sticks with juice or soda. Past celebrations placed strong emphasis on the drinks, and the crew was repeatedly praised for keeping the service attentive.

Alcohol is only allowed for people age 18 and older. The price includes standard spirits, while upgraded top-shelf bottles cost extra and can be purchased in advance or on board.

I would treat the open bar as a convenience, not a challenge. Cabo’s sun, motion, and water activities can catch up with you quickly. Alternate alcoholic drinks with water, eat before swimming, and tell the crew what you want rather than waiting until you feel unwell.

How much value do you get for $2,000?

The listed price is $2,000 for the group, up to eight people. At maximum capacity, that is $250 per person. For four people, it becomes $500 per person. Those numbers make the group size the key value question.

At eight people, you are paying for a private yacht, captain and crew service, food, an open bar, snorkeling equipment, kayaks, paddleboards, a floating mat, parking fees, and private transportation. Compared with booking separate meals, drinks, water activities, and a private boat, the package can make sense for a celebration.

For two people, the price is harder to justify unless privacy, a special occasion, or the yacht setting is the main goal. A less expensive shared cruise may offer similar scenery, though it will not offer the same control over the route or the same private atmosphere.

I would also compare the cost against what your group actually plans to use. If no one wants to snorkel, kayak, or paddleboard, some of the package value may go untouched. If you have a full group that wants food, drinks, photos, and time in the water, the inclusions become much more useful.

Who should book this private Cabo cruise?

I would recommend it most strongly to:

• Groups of six to eight who can share the fixed price.
• Couples celebrating an engagement or another major occasion.
• Bachelorette groups wanting food, drinks, music, and a private setting.
• Families who want some people in the water and others relaxing on board.
• Visitors who prefer a flexible route instead of a fixed group schedule.
• Anyone who values service and convenience as much as sightseeing.

It may not be the right choice if you want a long excursion, a serious fishing trip, a guaranteed wildlife sighting, or a low-cost way to see the arch. It is also not ideal for someone who dislikes boat motion, sun, or spending several hours around an open bar.

The experience is private, and most people can participate. Service animals are allowed, and the meeting point is near public transportation. The booking information says confirmation arrives within 48 hours, subject to availability.

Smart questions to ask before you go

Ask which yacht will operate your departure, especially because the supplied information uses both Pura Vida Yacht and Papillon 6. Confirm the pickup details, departure time, and whether private transportation means a transfer to the marina or another part of the meeting arrangement.

If you want a birthday decoration, special meal, sunset timing, or top-shelf bottle, arrange it in advance. The crew has handled celebration touches before, but extras should not be treated as automatic.

The weather policy is straightforward. The experience requires good weather, and if poor conditions cause cancellation, you can receive a different date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Within 24 hours, you will not receive a refund, and changes are not accepted.

Should you book the Pura Vida Yacht?

Book it if you have a nearly full group and want a private Cabo day built around food, drinks, photos, and flexible time in the water. The combination of a 42-foot yacht, open bar, fresh food, and water toys gives you more to do than a simple sightseeing cruise.

I would be more cautious for a small group because the fixed $2,000 price rises quickly per person. For a full group, particularly one celebrating an engagement, bachelorette party, birthday, or family occasion, the private setting and attentive crew service make the cost easier to defend.

FAQ

How long is the Pura Vida Yacht tour?

The cruise lasts approximately three hours.

How many people can join the private yacht?

The listed capacity is up to eight people per group.

What activities are included on the yacht?

You can use kayaks, paddleboards, a floating mat, and snorkeling equipment. The captain can also recommend destinations or adjust the route based on your group’s preferences.

What food and drinks are included?

Food includes cheese quesadillas, guacamole, pico de gallo, chips, fresh fruit, a charcuterie board, steak and chicken quesadillas, sashimi, and ceviche. Drinks include beer, rum, tequila, vodka, juices, soda, bottled water, and mixers.

Where does the tour start and finish?

The tour starts at Lorenzillo’s, Boulevard Lázaro Cárdenas S/N, Centro, Cabo San Lucas, and ends back at the meeting point.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded. If poor weather causes the company to cancel, you will be offered another date or a full refund.