DEPARTURES
Puerto Vallarta · Nuevo Vallarta · La Cruz de Huanacaxtle · Punta de Mita · Mismaloya
HALF-DAY
From 4 hours
GROUP SIZE
Up to 35 guests
DEC-MAR
Whales in the bay
THE ARRIVAL
The bay goes
quiet here
The engines slow. Three formations rise sixty feet from the water. For a few seconds, no one speaks. That pause is the point — the one thing a crowded tour boat is not built to give you.
WHY A PRIVATE CHARTER
Different on a private deck
The deck is yours. Gear fitted before you arrive, food and drink on your schedule, and a partner captain who knows the light, the anchorage, and when the water asks for a change of plan.
THE MARINE PARK
What lies beneath
the arches
A protected reef just north of Mismaloya. On a calm morning,
visibility reaches thirty feet.
Sea turtles · Moorish idols · Parrotfish · Manta rays · Winter whales
AFTER DARK
Some nights, the water glows
On warm, moonless nights, the sea lights up blue where you move through it. We can never promise bioluminescence — but when it appears, there is nothing else like it.
PLANNING YOUR VISIT
How long you'll need
4 hrs
FROM MARINA PUERTO VALLARTA
5 hrs
FROM LA CRUZ DE HUANACAXTLE
6 hrs
FROM PUNTA DE MITA
Minimums — round trip, anchoring and snorkeling included. Most guests wish they had booked longer.
THE SCENIC SOUTHERN ROUTE
The coastline is part of the day
1
Malecón & Los Muertos Pier
2
Conchas Chinas & Garza Blanca
3
Los Arcos — anchor, swim, snorkel
4
Lunch in a cove: Majahuitas or Quimixto
5
The offshore return, mountains all the way
GOOD TO KNOW
Before you go
WHEN TO GO
Calm, clear mornings are best for snorkeling. Sea turtles year-round; whales December through March.
A PROTECTED PLACE
Life jackets required, no climbing the arches, engines quiet near the rocks. Jet skis five minutes away at Playa Paredón.
HANDLED / BRING
We bring the crew, gear, life jackets, food and drink. You bring swimwear, a hat, and reef-safe sunscreen.
NOT SWIMMING?
Anchor at Playa Paredón — a floating mat, a cold drink, and cliff jumpers in view. The day unwinds your way.
THE BOAT & BAY DIFFERENCE
One point of contact
Bilingual, from your first message to the dock.
One accountable person,
inquiry to dock
A curator, not a charter operator. Vetted partner vessels, our own chef and photography, one bilingual point of contact — and a registered business with written terms before any deposit.
Prepared before you board
A 60-minute inspection; a partner crew briefed in their language.
A registered business
Proper invoicing, written terms, no hidden fees.
GUEST STORIES
In our
guests' words
"The crew was friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed snorkeling and the stunning views from the yacht."
A villa guest · Puerto Vallarta · June 2024 · TripAdvisor
"An excellent day was had. Great hosts. The whale watching and dolphins were remarkable."
Sarah B. · April 2025 · Google
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TripAdvisor & Google
"They provided more than we asked for — so much food and drink, and they took our pictures for us."
Opeyemi · birthday charter · October 2024 · Google
QUESTIONS
Questions we are
happy to answer
Can you visit Los Arcos on a day trip from Puerto Vallarta?
Yes. A half-day charter — from four hours out of Marina Puerto Vallarta — comfortably includes cruising, snorkeling at Los Arcos, and time at anchor.
How much does a private Los Arcos charter cost?
Private charters begin at 1,500 USD for a half day. The figure depends on vessel, group size, and season — you receive one clear quote with written terms, and no hidden fees.
When is the best time to go?
Calm, clear mornings are best for snorkeling. Sea turtles are here year-round; whales visit December through March.
Do you need experience or a licence?
None. A partner captain and crew handle the vessel. You arrive, and the day is prepared around you.
Is it safe?
Life jackets are provided and required in the marine park. A briefed partner crew, a registered business, and written terms — the details are handled before you board.
