Private boat charter near Los Arcos, Puerto Vallarta

Private Adventure Tours & Charters

Three private boats available for custom ocean adventures around Banderas Bay — snorkeling, sunsets, wildlife, and hidden beaches.

At Ecotours we have three boats available for you at any time for all sorts of ocean trips. Enjoy a short trip along the coast, relax while watching a beautiful sunset, or discover Banderas Bay’s vast snorkeling spots and abundant marine life.

Our trips are designed around your specific interests — travel dates, activities, length of stay, and budget. Plan an adventure for a special anniversary, honeymoon, family reunion, bachelor party, or a trip with friends.

Our vessels

24 ft Zodiac inflatable boat — the safest way to discover boating, very stable, comfortable water access, great visibility. Fits up to 10 people plus expedition leader and captain. Two Suzuki 90 HP motors, stereo system and canopy.
30 ft Panga boat — designed for family or friend groups, 12–14 people plus crew. WC, wide seating with cushions, easy ladder access, stereo system, two Suzuki 140 HP motors and canopy. Two fishing lines available by request.
40 ft sailing boat — fits up to 12 people plus crew, bathroom and stereo on board. Sailboats travel slowly, not fast boats.

Suggested routes

4-hour tours (mornings or afternoons):

Los Arcos with a short panoramic sightseeing cruise of Puerto Vallarta
Beauties of the North Coast (Ameca River, Nuevo Vallarta, Bucerias, a secluded white-sand beach)
Sunset by the Bay (3.5 hours)

5-hour tours: Los Arcos snorkeling plus Las Animas or Quimixto; Majahuitas.

6-hour tours: Yelapa, with optional snorkeling stop at Colimilla.

What’s included

Private charter, naturalist guide, ice, water, snorkeling equipment, life jacket, and insurance. Bring your own food and drinks, or add the optional snack plan ($10 USD per person: sandwich, 2 beers, chips). Not included: port fee ($100 MXN per person), crew gratuities, food.