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    Puerto Vallarta 42' Catamaran Charter

    Sail Banderas Bay with water toys, snacks, and a bilingual crew

    5.0 stars• 104 reviews
    From$1,929incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    4 - 8 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 20 people

    Includes

    Crew, water toys, snacks

    Highlights

    Explore Banderas Bay aboard a 42-foot Lagoon catamaran designed for laid-back time on the water. Swim, paddle, fish, and relax between coastal stops with your private group.
    • Discover Banderas Bay from the deck of a spacious catamaran
    • Snorkel, paddleboard, fish, or float on the lilypad island
    • Relax with two onboard bathrooms and a Bluetooth audio system
    • Enjoy time on the water with a professional captain and bilingual crew

    What's Included

    • Professional captain and bilingual crew
    • Safety equipment and life jackets
    • Welcome margarita
    • Seasonal fruit platter
    • Fresh guacamole and chips
    • Water, ice, and towels
    • Snorkeling gear, paddleboards, fishing rods, and floating lilypad
    • Bluetooth audio system and two bathrooms
    • Marina La Cruz port tax

    Know before you go

    • Allow at least 6 hours for Las Animas or Quimixto and 7 hours for Yelapa
    • Alternate pickup port taxes are not included in the listed price and require cash: Marina Vallarta $150 MXN per person
    • Los Muertos Pier tax is not included in the listed price and requires cash: $100 MXN per person
    • Punta de Mita Pier tax is not included in the listed price and requires cash: $200 MXN per person, with a $1,500 MXN minimum
    • Crew gratuity is not included in the listed price; 15–20% is recommended
    Split the cost with your group

    This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 20 guests.

    From$96per person
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    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel 30+ days before departure for a full refund minus applicable processing and administrative fees. Cancel 29–7 days before departure and your deposit is forfeited. No refunds within 7 days or for no-shows. Full refund or rescheduling if the operator cancels due to weather, safety, or operational conditions.

    FAQs

    Bring eco-friendly, oil-free sunblock, swimwear, slip-on shoes or sandals, and waterproof protection for phones and cameras. Alternate-port taxes require cash; cash is also recommended for crew gratuity.

    Arrive at your scheduled departure time. A 15-minute grace period applies when operationally feasible; arrivals more than 15 minutes late may shorten your charter without a refund.

    Share dietary needs, allergies, or mobility considerations in advance so the crew can prepare accordingly.

    Experience provided by Vallarta Yacht Rentals
    Experience provided by Vallarta Yacht Rentals

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    Fits up to 20 guests

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