Private 38ft Boat Charter: Fishing & Snorkeling Cruise
Overview
Set sail across Banderas Bay aboard "Nicolle", a legendary 38ft Bertram yacht known for its stable, comfortable ride. Perfect for family getaways or anglers, this private charter takes up to 8 passengers and is 100% customizable to your perfect day at sea!
✨ WHY WE STAND OUT:
• FISHING: Fully equipped for fishermen with rods, bait, hooks, and fishing licenses included.
• SNORKELING: Gear onboard to explore Los Arcos Marine Park or cruise to secluded beaches.
• ️ CATCH & CEVICHE: If you catch a fish, our bilingual crew will clean it and prepare fresh traditional ceviche on board!
• DUAL DOCKS: Flexible boarding from Marina Los Peines (PV) or Paradise Village Pier (Nuevo Vallarta).
What's Included
- Lunch Fresh ingredients and seasonings provided so our crew can prepare a delicious ceviche with your catch!
- Snacks A refreshing seasonal chopped fruit platter served as a courtesy during your private cruise.
- Bottled water Chilled bottled water provided throughout the charter, stored in an onboard cooler with fresh ice.
- Fishing gear: rods, bait, hooks, and official fishing licenses for all anglers onboard.
- Masks and snorkels are provided for all passengers to explore the vibrant marine life at Los Arcos.
- Crew gratuities are optional but highly appreciated for our dedicated maritime and service staff.
- Ground transportation is not included. Guests must arrive on their own to their selected pier location.
- Beach towels are not provided onboard. Please bring your own for snorkeling activities.
- Local pier access fees must be paid in cash at the gate (price varies depending on the assigned dock).
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free
Bay of Banderas (pass by)
Los Arcos de Mismaloya
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Puerto Vallarta
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Dress code is beach casual. Soft shoes, no heels, swimsuit for those who swim/snorkel
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Private 38ft Boat Charter: Fishing & Snorkeling Cruise?
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Activity code: C-8187P15
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Average 4.76 out of 5 stars based on 42 traveler reviews collected by Cool Puerto Vallarta and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Puerto Vallarta customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Lunch. Fresh ingredients and seasonings provided so our crew can prepare a delicious ceviche with your catch!.
- Snacks. A refreshing seasonal chopped fruit platter served as a courtesy during your private cruise.
- Bottled water. Chilled bottled water provided throughout the charter, stored in an onboard cooler with fresh ice.
- Fishing gear: rods, bait, hooks, and official fishing licenses for all anglers onboard.
- Masks and snorkels are provided for all passengers to explore the vibrant marine life at Los Arcos.
- Crew gratuities are optional but highly appreciated for our dedicated maritime and service staff.
- Ground transportation is not included. Guests must arrive on their own to their selected pier location.
- Beach towels are not provided onboard. Please bring your own for snorkeling activities.
- Local pier access fees must be paid in cash at the gate (price varies depending on the assigned dock).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private 38ft Boat Charter: Fishing & Snorkeling Cruise is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private 38ft Boat Charter: Fishing & Snorkeling Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Puerto Vallarta. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchFresh ingredients and seasonings provided so our crew can prepare a delicious ceviche with your catch!
- SnacksA refreshing seasonal chopped fruit platter served as a courtesy during your private cruise.
- Bottled waterChilled bottled water provided throughout the charter, stored in an onboard cooler with fresh ice.
- Fishing gear: rods, bait, hooks, and official fishing licenses for all anglers onboard.
- Masks and snorkels are provided for all passengers to explore the vibrant marine life at Los Arcos.
- Crew gratuities are optional but highly appreciated for our dedicated maritime and service staff.
- Ground transportation is not included. Guests must arrive on their own to their selected pier location.
- Beach towels are not provided onboard. Please bring your own for snorkeling activities.
- Local pier access fees must be paid in cash at the gate (price varies depending on the assigned dock).
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Dress code is beach casual. Soft shoes, no heels, swimsuit for those who swim/snorkel
