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Private boat tours in Banderas Bay: Marietas, Yelapa, Quimixto, sunsets and more.
- 100% private, just your group
- Bilingual local guide
- Fast reply on WhatsApp
- Free cancellation with 48h notice
- No upfront payment to get a quote
- 100% private, just your group
- Bilingual local guide
- Fast reply on WhatsApp
- Free cancellation with 48h notice
- No upfront payment to get a quote
- 100% private, just your group
- Bilingual local guide
- Fast reply on WhatsApp
- Free cancellation with 48h notice
- No upfront payment to get a quote
- 100% private, just your group
- Bilingual local guide
- Fast reply on WhatsApp
- Free cancellation with 48h notice
- No upfront payment to get a quote
Featured experiences
Ways to spend a day
on Banderas Bay.
Every tour below is private. We start with what you want (the vibe, the group, the timing) and build the day around that. Message us with whatever you're picturing.
Group price, not per person. Final quote depends on boat and group size, confirmed on WhatsApp.
Private by defaultPrivate Boat Tours
Your boat, your group, your day. We plan the route around what you actually want to see. Hidden coves, snorkel stops, or just slow time on the water.
- Duration
- 4 hours min. · up to full day
- Best for
- Couples, families, groups
Built around your group and timingBase$399USDPer group, not per person
Private by defaultSunset Cruises
Golden hour on Banderas Bay with drinks, music and the colors that make Vallarta unforgettable. Built for anniversaries, birthdays, or a quiet end to the day.
- Duration
- 3 hours · sunset window
- Best for
- Couples, anniversaries, small groups
Built around your group and timingBase$329USDPer group, not per person
Private by defaultMarietas Islands
Snorkeling, wildlife and one of the most photographed bays in Mexico. A protected national park about an hour from Vallarta. Worth every minute.
- Duration
- Mornings only · 8am to 2pm (4pm max)
- Best for
- Adventure, snorkelers, families
Built around your group and timingBase$499USDPer group, not per person
Private by defaultYelapa & Waterfalls
A small fishing village you can only reach by boat. Beach, jungle waterfall hike, fresh pies at the shoreline, no crowds. One of our favorite days.
- Duration
- 5 hours min. · for the hike, beach and lunch
- Best for
- Slow travelers, couples, friends
Built around your group and timingBase$499USDPer group, not per person
Private by defaultQuimixto & Waterfalls
A short ride south of Vallarta to a quiet village with a hidden waterfall in the jungle. Walk or ride a horse up the trail. Cool off in the pool below.
- Duration
- 5 hours min. · for the hike, swim and lunch
- Best for
- Families, light adventure
Built around your group and timingBase$449USDPer group, not per person
Private by defaultLas Ánimas Beach
One of the most loved beaches in the bay. Clear water, palapas in the sand, and the fresh-seafood restaurants Vallarta is known for. A perfect lazy day.
- Duration
- 5 hours min. · for the beach and lunch
- Best for
- Families, foodies, easy days
Built around your group and timingBase$399USDPer group, not per person
Private by defaultFishing Tour
Banderas Bay is one of the best sport-fishing waters in the Pacific. Sailfish, dorado, tuna, marlin in season. Our captains know the depths and the season. All gear and bait included, bring your group and your nerve.
- Duration
- 4 hours min. · half or full day
- Best for
- Anglers, friends, family trips
Built around your group and timingBase$589USDPer group, not per person
Private by defaultSnorkel Adventure
A snorkel-first day across the clearest spots in the bay. Los Arcos, Las Caletas, the Quimixto cove, hidden reefs the locals know by heart. Gear included, captain reads the currents, perfect for first-timers and kids.
- Duration
- 4 hours min. · up to full day
- Best for
- Snorkel lovers, families, first-timers
Built around your group and timingBase$399USDPer group, not per person
Private by defaultBioluminescence Night Tour
The bay glows in the dark. From summer through fall, a tide of tiny plankton turns Banderas Bay into something out of a movie. Push your hand through the water and watch it light up. Quiet, magical, the kind of night that makes the trip.
- Duration
- Night tour · 2 to 3 hours
- Best for
- Couples, special nights, photographers
Built around your group and timingBase$329USDPer group, not per person
Custom day
Don't see exactly what you want?
Bachelorette, proposal, family reunion, full island hop. Tell us what you're picturing and we'll build the day around your group.
Plan by vibe
Choose the kind of day
you actually want.
The best tour sites make the day feel easy before you even book. Start with the mood, not the boat model. We'll narrow the right route, timing and setup from there.
Slow day, swim, lunch
Best when you want clear water, an easy beach stop and enough time to eat well without rushing.
- Best fit
- Families, couples, mixed-age groups
- Typical timing
- Usually 5 to 6 hours
- Suggested routes
- Las Ánimas, Yelapa, Quimixto
Iconic Vallarta water day
Built for snorkeling, dramatic coastline, blue water and the classic places people fly here to see.
- Best fit
- First-timers, friend groups, active travelers
- Typical timing
- Usually 4 to 6 hours
- Suggested routes
- Los Arcos, Marietas, hidden coves
Celebrate something properly
For proposals, birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette trips, sunset toasts or the day everyone remembers most.
- Best fit
- Celebrations, couples, private events
- Typical timing
- Usually 3 hours to full day
- Suggested routes
- Sunset routes, custom beach stops, private setups
Not sure which one fits? Message us your hotel, dates and group size. We'll tell you the best match first, then the boat.
Departures board
Your day on the bay, ready to board.
Group price, not per person. Final quote depends on boat and group size, confirmed on WhatsApp.
Our fleet
Pick the boat.
We handle the day.
Seven real boats, from a panga to the 60-foot Rà. Every base price covers 4 hours on the water and includes safety equipment, snorkel gear and a cooler — and your guide shoots photos and video on their phone at no extra cost and sends you the link afterwards.
Pangas & SpeedboatsPanga (speedboat style)
- Length
- Panga
- Up to
- Up to 8 guests
Includes safety equipment, snorkel gear and a cooler. Bring your own drinks or ask for them on board. Your guide takes phone photos and videos for free and sends them to you on a Dropbox link.
Couples and small groups
Base$329USDBase covers 4h and 4 guests
USD · per group, not per person
Book on WhatsApp
Pangas & SpeedboatsPanga XL
- Length
- Panga XL
- Up to
- Up to 14 guests
Includes safety equipment, snorkel gear and a cooler. Bring your own drinks or ask for them on board. Your guide takes phone photos and videos for free and sends them to you on a Dropbox link.
Mid-size groups
Base$439USDBase covers 4h and 4 guests
USD · per group, not per person
Book on WhatsApp- Yachts
Hipocampos
- Length
- 30 ft
- Up to
- Up to 8 guests
Includes safety equipment, snorkel gear and a cooler. Bring your own drinks or ask for them on board. Your guide takes phone photos and videos for free and sends them to you on a Dropbox link.
Small groups who want a yacht
Base$719USDBase covers 4h and 6 guests
USD · per group, not per person
Book on WhatsApp 
YachtsDog House
- Length
- 44 ft
- Up to
- Up to 14 guests
Gorgeous 44ft charter, perfect for a luxury day out at sea with smaller groups (under 15).
Luxury days with groups under 15
Base$879USDBase covers 4h and 8 guests
USD · per group, not per person
Book on WhatsApp
Luxury YachtsHappy Hour
- Length
- 50 ft
- Up to
- Up to 25 guests
Extra spacious, extra comfortable and an amazing crew. If you're looking to party, relax, or just have a great day out at sea and enjoy the extra comfort, this is your perfect boat. With incomparable space, designed to sit back and enjoy the breathtaking views from the front of the boat or the back.
Parties and large groups (up to 25)
Base$1,099USDBase covers 4h and 10 guests
USD · per group, not per person
Book on WhatsApp
YachtsLa Victoria
- Length
- 40 ft
- Up to
- Up to 12 guests
Includes safety equipment, snorkel gear and a cooler. Bring your own drinks or ask for them on board. Your guide takes phone photos and videos for free and sends them to you on a Dropbox link.
Mid-size groups, premium day
Base$1,319USDBase covers 4h and 6 guests
USD · per group, not per person
Book on WhatsApp
Luxury YachtsRà
- Length
- 60 ft
- Up to
- Up to 20 guests
Gorgeous 60ft Yacht, perfect for a day out at sea, with amazing lounge areas in the front and back of the boat. Amazing option for anyone looking to have a Luxury Charter without breaking the wallet.
Luxury charter for large groups
Base$1,429USDBase covers 4h and 6 guests
USD · per group, not per person
Book on WhatsApp
Our fleet
Price your exact day
Panga (speedboat style)
- Base price
- $329
- Your total
- $329USD
Base covers 4h and 4 guests
Exact price, no surprises. Confirmed by WhatsApp before you pay.
Make it yours
Add-ons.
Yours to mix.
All-Inclusive Food & Open Bar
From $40 per person
Open bar with fresh margaritas, local beer and mixers, plus a chef-made menu. Your group eats and drinks all day.
Ask about thisPremium Bottles
From $35
Upgrade the bar with bottle service. Moet, Don Julio, Grey Goose, Casamigos and more.
Ask about thisProfessional Photos
From $148
Gold, Silver and Bronze photo packages, with optional drone shots to capture the whole day.
Ask about thisJet Ski Rental
From $494
Bring a jet ski along for 4 to 6 hours and zip around the bay whenever you want.
Ask about thisPersonal Chef Onboard
From $152
A private chef prepares a custom menu for your group, up to 20 guests.
Ask about thisSnacks & Celebration Cakes
From $22
Charcuterie, cheese boards, bar snacks and cakes for birthdays and special days.
Ask about thisExtend Your Day
Ask on WhatsApp
Go from a 4 hour half day to a full 8 hour day on the water. Pricing varies by boat.
Ask about thisTransfer & Pier Choice
Ask on WhatsApp
Depart from your preferred marina and add round-trip transfer between your hotel and the dock.
Ask about thisKids Menu
From $9 per child
Juices, sodas and snacks made for kids ages 5 to 15. Under 5 ride free.
Ask about this
Weddings & special events
Bachelorettes. Proposals.
Once-in-a-life days.
We run private bachelorettes, wedding proposals, anniversaries, milestone birthdays, and corporate retreats on the water. Custom catering, photographer, decor, music. Tell us the vibe and we plan it.
- Bachelorettes
- Proposals
- Anniversaries
- Corporate
Up to 150 guests on a single vessel.
Catamarans for big groups. Luxury yachts for small, exclusive ones. Open bar, chef, photographer and decor available.
Plan your event on WhatsAppPlan your day
Ready to plan your
Puerto Vallarta experience?
Message us on WhatsApp with your date, group size and the kind of experience you want. We confirm details by chat before treating any price, route or availability as final.
Prefer to write us an email?
todochidotours@gmail.comMain WhatsApp: +52 322 262 0758
Details confirmed directly by chat.