Luxury Yacht Charter Explore Banderas Bay

This is a private yacht charter on Banderas Bay aboard a 48-foot Beneteau Gran Turismo, for up to 10 guests. A captain and a crew member come with the boat, and the outing lasts about four hours. It suits groups who want a relaxed day on the water with swimming, snorkeling and time to sunbathe.

The itinerary starts with a cruise along the Malecón, where you see the Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, and continues along the coast with views of the Malecón and Los Muertos Beach. From there the boat heads to Los Arcos National Park, with a stop of about 30 minutes.

Next comes Las Animas beach, which can be reached only by boat. You spend around 90 minutes there and can eat at one of its restaurants. Afterwards the yacht anchors off a secluded beach for about 60 minutes of swimming, snorkeling and relaxing in the sun. Snorkeling equipment is provided, and the listing also mentions paddle boarding as an activity.

The boat has an open sun roof and an air-conditioned area, spacious lounge areas, a hydraulic swim platform and an electric grill. The price covers fuel, towels, snacks such as guacamole or ceviche, ice, bottled water, soda, and alcoholic drinks including beer, wine and margaritas, and the listing also mentions sunscreen. Alcohol is served only to guests aged 18 and over, and minors receive non-alcoholic drinks.

Suitable for all fitness levels, the trip allows service animals and small children in a stroller, while infants sit on an adult's lap. One note in the listing says travelers must be 18 or over to use the Jet Ski, but a jet ski does not appear among the listed activities, so confirm with the operator whether one is available. No meeting point is given in the listing, so ask for it when you book.